Heated debate erupts in Irving over proposed resort and casino
Gambling is currently illegal in Texas, meaning lawmakers would need to change state law before voters could weigh in on a constitutional amendment to legalize it.
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North Texas family pushes for highway safety one year after fatal crash
In March of 2024, a head-on collision killed young Molly Mullens and a driver, while severely injuring her parents and brothers.
Garland community holds emotional vigil for teen killed in hit-and-run
The vigil drew family, friends, and classmates, all mourning the sudden loss of Lakeview Centennial High School freshman Daisy Paredes.
Robert Morris released minutes after being booked, records show
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Weather-related fire warnings remain in place across North Texas
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Gateway Church leader addresses congregation after founding pastor's indictment
The accusations date back to the early 1980s in Oklahoma, but charges were only officially brought this week.
Plane passengers detail "surreal, exhausting" experience after fire, arriving in Dallas
One passenger said takeoff was fine, but once the plane was in the air, an engine was making a loud noise.
Hawk's nest halts hospital construction, delays new helipad in North Texas
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City of Irving takes next steps to build destination resort, casino-style gambling
Into the early Tuesday morning hours, the City of Irving Planning and Zoning Commission voted yes on the first two amendments to rezone land that could one day be a resort location.
North Texas school bus driver on leave after student was fatally hit
The Granbury Independent School District is mourning after the death of one of its pre-K students Monday morning, Superintendent Dr. Courtney Morawski confirmed in a letter to parents.
Fire warnings continue as windy conditions affect North Texas ahead of cold front
With warm temperatures in the mid-80s and dry conditions, any fire that sparks could spread rapidly, says First Alert Weather meteorologist McKenna King.
Park Cities family honors the death of their 9-year-old daughter 1 year later
On March 16, 2024, the Mullins family was involved in a head-on crash that severely injured everyone inside and killed their nine-year-old daughter. Pink ribbons still blanket the Park Cities community in Molly Mullin’s memory, and the family says they are now trying to heal from their tragedy and inspire change.
Irving officials and residents discuss resort and casino proposal in the city
City officials and residents discussed with the local planning and zoning commission what could happen to the city if the billion-dollar project moves forward. CBS News Texas reporter Marvin Hurst has the story.
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Fire warnings continue as windy conditions affect North Texas ahead of cold front
With warm temperatures in the mid-80s and dry conditions, any fire that sparks could spread rapidly, says First Alert Weather meteorologist McKenna King.
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Warm, windy, dry conditions in North Texas prompt more fire danger warnings
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Heated debate erupts in Irving over proposed resort and casino
Gambling is currently illegal in Texas, meaning lawmakers would need to change state law before voters could weigh in on a constitutional amendment to legalize it.
North Texas family pushes for highway safety one year after fatal crash
In March of 2024, a head-on collision killed young Molly Mullens and a driver, while severely injuring her parents and brothers.
Garland community holds emotional vigil for teen killed in hit-and-run
The vigil drew family, friends, and classmates, all mourning the sudden loss of Lakeview Centennial High School freshman Daisy Paredes.
Robert Morris released minutes after being booked, records show
Robert Morris resigned from Gateway Church in 2024 after a woman accused him of sexually abusing her in the 1980s.
Texas House Republicans tout school funding plan; advocates see shortfall
Education advocates argue that Texas schools need even more funding to keep up with inflation and rising costs.
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Texas House Republicans tout school funding plan; advocates see shortfall
Education advocates argue that Texas schools need even more funding to keep up with inflation and rising costs.
Texas House sets hearing naming Tomahawk Rib-Eye as state's official steak
The Texas House proposed a competing resolution to the Texas Senate, which has proposed renaming the "New York Strip" as the "Texas Strip" and proclaiming that cut of meat as the official steak of Texas.
JFK assassination files to be released Tuesday, Trump says
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