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North Texas city leaders accuse developers of demanding 100% tax exemptions
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Grapevine High School junior earns perfect scores on both SAT and ACT
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Trump says he would "love to" send "homegrown criminals" to foreign prisons
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Biden says "we can't go on like this as a divided nation"
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How the fatal Frisco stabbing sparked a surge in fake news
In the wake of the fatal stabbing at a Frisco high school track meet, a surge of misinformation has swept through social media platforms, causing confusion and fear.
Suspect in fatal Frisco track meet stabbing released on bond
He will be required to wear an ankle monitor and to stay inside his parents' home.
At least 24 homes damaged, 6 injured after Austin house explosion
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Before school choice vote in Texas House, a plan for a voter referendum emerges
There's talk a Republican lawmaker will propose an amendment that would require a voter referendum.
City leaders accuse developers of demanding 100% tax exemptions
For decades, local governments have used HFCs to create affordable housing. But recently, developers have found some small towns willing to go far beyond their limits to broker deals all across the state.
Trump floats idea of sending U.S. citizens convicted of violent crimes to El Salvador
"Home-growns are next. The home-grown's," President Trump said during a meeting with the President of El Salvador.
Wilmer-Hutchins High School shooting: Four hospitalized, suspect at large
Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said classes at Wilmer-Hutchins are canceled for the rest of the week. Elizalde said mental health clinicians will be available.
Grapevine student nails perfect scores on ACT, SAT
"I was honestly euphoric. I was pretty happy when I saw the score."
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Rain, storms head for North Texas Easter weekend
By Friday, the Frist Alert Weather Team will be watching a longwave trough moving south toward the Four Corners region, with a surface low and cold front setting up near the Texas/Oklahoma Panhandles.
Enjoy sunny skies ahead of possible rain, storms Easter weekend in DFW
The First Alert Weather Team is monitoring the potential of First Alert Weather days for Saturday and Sunday.
Mostly sunny skies for North Texas as rain chances increase Easter weekend
Rain chances increase to over 40% by Good Friday, the First Alert Weather Team says.
Rain chances in North Texas by end of week
It is too early to give more than just generalities in regard to when these storms hit, but storm chances start late Friday and run into Sunday.
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Some local, state law enforcement to be deputized as immigration agents
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Law enforcement officials at the border anticipate Trump policy changes
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Eagle Pass and Del Rio residents share hopes, fears ahead of Trump inauguration
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Venezuelan immigrant living in DFW worries about deportations with Trump reelection
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New U.S. citizens share why they plan to vote in November
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Dallas Mavs GM Nico Harrison has "no regrets" trading Luka Doncic
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Detroit Red Wings beat Dallas Stars 6-4
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Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dies in apparent suicide during police pursuit
The sheriff's office in Harrison County, Texas, says former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after a vehicle pursuit.
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Before school choice vote in Texas House, a plan for a voter referendum emerges
There's talk a Republican lawmaker will propose an amendment that would require a voter referendum.
Texas judge strikes down rule capping credit card late fees
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
North Texas city leaders accuse developers of demanding 100% tax exemptions
For decades, local governments have used HFCs to create affordable housing. But recently, developers have found some small towns willing to go far beyond their limits to broker deals all across the state.
Grapevine High School junior earns perfect scores on both SAT and ACT
"I was honestly euphoric. I was pretty happy when I saw the score," Malik said.
Dallas FBI Special Agent-in-Charge reflects on first 100 Days, upcoming World Cup security
Special Agent-in-Charge Joseph Rothrock said the public may not be aware of the results, but criminals are.
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North Texas city leaders accuse developers of demanding 100% tax exemptions
For decades, local governments have used HFCs to create affordable housing. But recently, developers have found some small towns willing to go far beyond their limits to broker deals all across the state.
How the fatal Frisco stabbing sparked a surge in fake news
In the wake of the fatal stabbing at a Frisco high school track meet, a surge of misinformation has swept through social media platforms, causing confusion and fear.
Behind the scenes of a prostitution sting in Tarrant County
The I-Team followed the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office's human trafficking unit as it offered help to the women and men caught in prostitution stings.
Texas car dealerships warned about fake customer's dangerous joyrides
Dozens of videos are posted to an account under the name Ahmer Saeed, featuring frightened sales staff along for the ride.
Texas measles outbreak could spread as vaccine opt-outs rise, doctors warn
As Texas' measles outbreak grows, many North Texas doctors fear this is just the beginning, thanks to the increased vaccine hesitancy.
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Before school choice vote in Texas House, a plan for a voter referendum emerges
There's talk a Republican lawmaker will propose an amendment that would require a voter referendum.
Texas judge strikes down rule capping credit card late fees
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Trump says he would "love to" send "homegrown criminals" to foreign prisons
President Trump says "we are looking into" how to send Americans to foreign prisons.
Biden says "we can't go on like this as a divided nation"
Former President Joe Biden spoke at the Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled conference in Chicago about Social Security.
Fewer women left their states to get abortions in 2024, survey finds
Fewer people crossed state lines to obtain abortions in 2024 than a year earlier, a Guttmacher Institute survey has found. The number of abortions in clinics rose slightly, the survey shows.
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Mariachi music fills the stands at North Side High School's homecoming game
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North Texas non-profit aims to increase the number of Latinas in technology careers
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A taste of Cuban coffee with Ken Molestina
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Golf professional Pablo Del Olmo works to grow the game among Hispanic communities
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Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
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Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
With paper tags going away in Texas, officials fear toll dodgers will use fake metal plates
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Activists call for boycott of Target following rollback of DEI initiatives
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Target is ending its diversity goals
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FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
North Texas mother highlights Black maternal health after daughter's death
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Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
CDC redeploys to Texas measles outbreak as RFK Jr. backs vaccine
The redeployment comes after another unvaccinated child died in the measles outbreak in Texas.
Second child dies from measles-related causes in West Texas
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
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Texas judge strikes down rule capping credit card late fees
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Nvidia unveils plans to invest in two new chip factories in Texas
Nvidia announced Monday morning that it wants to build two factories in Texas — one in Houston and one in Dallas.
Businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth expect big impact as Wings draft Paige Bueckers
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Black Texas Farmers' group reserved, waiting for cash crop from Trump's tariffs
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Creators of DRAFTED focused on changing narrative for Latina women in sports
DRAFTED, the first culture-driven media company focusing on Latina sports, was officially launched in 2023.
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Dallas Mavs GM Nico Harrison has "no regrets" trading Luka Doncic
"There's no regrets on the trade," Harrison said during a round table discussion. "Part of it is doing the best thing for the Mavs."
Detroit Red Wings beat Dallas Stars 6-4
Moritz Seider had a tiebreaking, power-play goal early in the third, Lucas Raymond scored midway through the period and Vladimir Tarasenko added an empty-net goal to lift the Detroit Red Wings to a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars.
Businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth expect big impact as Wings draft Paige Bueckers
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Paige Bueckers selected No. 1 by the Dallas Wings in WNBA draft
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Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dies in apparent suicide during police pursuit
The sheriff's office in Harrison County, Texas, says former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after a vehicle pursuit.
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"Landman" Season 2 films in Fort Worth, prompting road closures
Filming has been canceled for Tuesday but will resume Wednesday.
Jay North, star of original "Dennis the Menace" TV series, dies at 73
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Galapagos tortoises at Philly zoo become first-time parents at nearly 100
A pair of critically endangered, nearly 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo have become first-time parents.
How to watch March Madness championship games for the 2025 NCAA tournament
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Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
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Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Your North Texas snow day photos
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
Fans cheer on runners at the 2024 BMW Dallas Marathon Festival
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Fort Worth kicks off the Holidays with the Parade of Lights
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
