CBS Texas - Breaking Local News, First Alert Weather & I-Team Investigations (2024)

1st day of spring starts off cold, frosty for some

Tuesday starts out cold before temperatures reach near 70 degrees.

• 27M ago

Presidents of North Texas realtors groups say settlement proposal likely not a bridge to cheaper homes

The presidents of two realty associations in North Texas said negotiating a commission with a real estate agent doesn't require a lawsuit in Texas. Commissions have always been up for hammering out.

• 7H ago

Flower Mound neighborhood says Oncor went too far with tree-trimming, causing "irreparable damage"

Residents in the Lost Canyon neighborhood say a more appropriate name for it now may be "Lost Trees."

• 7H ago

Experts say latest Census highlights trend that should concern Dallas city and county leaders

The Census numbers confirm that DFW is booming, but there's more to the story when it comes to Dallas.

• 9H ago

Texas' immigration law still under consideration after SCOTUS stay extended

"SCOTUS temporarily halted enforcement of SB 4 but Texas is still using its authority to arrest illegal immigrants for criminal trespass and other violations of law," Abbott said via X Monday night.

• 10H ago

I-Team finds rental scams targeting vacant homes in DFW

Mendi Cruson wanted a big backyard, with more room for her family, so she began looking for a new home to rent.

• Mar 14

I-Team: FWPD officer could face charges in deadly police chase

The city and the police department have not identified the officer.

• Mar 13

North Texas family out $20,000 after falling victim to gift card scam

Kelli and Michael Regan were looking for a new dog. The breeder they found online asked them to pay with gift cards.

• Mar 8

How will Tarrant County law enforcement leaders ensure election integrity?

"We want our voters to be secure in the fact that their elections are not tampered with, that there's no fraud occurring."

• Mar 4

I-Team: Thousands of Texas train crossings remain gateless despite collisions

A CBS News Texas I-Team investigation found that these safety gates are missing from more than 3,000 train crossings across the state.

• Mar 1

Alito extends order pausing new Texas immigration law for now

Justice Samuel Alito extended an order barring Texas officials from detaining and jailing migrants under a new state law as a court fight plays out.

• 11H ago

One-on-One with Jack Fink: Former Dallas mayor Mike Rawlings

A former Dallas mayor is involved with an organization focused on fielding candidates for the White House.

• Mar 17
• 10:59

Jack Fink interviews: Representatives Tony Tinderholt and Brian Harrison

There will likely be new Republican faces coming to the Texas House in January. We hear from conservative lawmakers, Tony Tinderholt of Arlington and Brian Harrison of Ellis County, about the potential impact.

• Mar 17
• 22:06

New look at the Texas Legislature

When the new legislative session at the Texas Capitol begins in January, there will be a new look in the Texas House. There could be as many as nine, possibly 10, new Republican lawmakers in North Texas alone. Jack spoke with two Republican House members from North Texas, Tony Tinderholt of Arlington and Brian Harrison of Ellis County, about the potential impacts the new Republicans will have at the Capitol.

• Mar 17
• 22:06

North Texas family out $20,000 after falling victim to gift card scam

Kelli and Michael Regan were looking for a new dog. The breeder they found online asked them to pay with gift cards.

• Mar 8

Target launches new paid membership program in a bid to drive increased sales

Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.

• Mar 5

Texas solar company accused of preying on elderly signs deal with federal government

Families across Texas are sharing similar stories of their experience with the solar company Sunnova.

• Feb 8

Solar panel company signed dying man to 25-year loan, leaving family to settle debt

A North Texas family is stuck dealing with debt they say their father was tricked into taking on.

• Feb 7

IIHS releases new booster seat ratings

If you're shopping for a child booster seat to put in your vehicle, there's good news.

• Jan 24

City of Fort Worth hosting PPE giveaway

The City said orders will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis

• 15H ago

U.S. measles cases so far this year now exceed all of 2023

Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.

• Mar 15

California could ban snacks like Flamin' Hot Cheetos in schools

Cheetos varieties, including the spicy Flamin' Hot version, and other chips like Doritos include red 40, yellow 5 and yellow 6 – all on the list of ingredients that would be banned if the bill is enacted. Here are other foods that include dyes.

• Mar 14

More than 63,000 infant swings recalled due to suffocation risk

Parents and caregivers should immediately stop using Jool Baby's Nova Baby swings to help infants sleep, recall notice states.

• Mar 8

Cheese recall due to listeria outbreak impacts Sargento

A nationwide food recall is causing headaches for some of the county's biggest cheese distributors.

• Mar 7

Presidents of North Texas realtors groups say settlement proposal likely not a bridge to cheaper homes

The presidents of two realty associations in North Texas said negotiating a commission with a real estate agent doesn't require a lawsuit in Texas. Commissions have always been up for hammering out.

• 7H ago

Bernie Sanders wants the US to adopt a 32-hour workweek. Could workers and companies benefit?

The 40-hour workweek has been standard in the U.S. for more than eight decades.

• Mar 16

Heim BBQ owners take a step back from duties, "Heim is still Heim BBQ"

In a post on social media, Emma and Travis Heim said that although they're taking a step back, they'll still be involved with the business.

• Mar 15

Southwest plans to reduce capacity, reevaluate 2024 financial outlook

Southwest Airlines said in a regulatory filing that Boeing expects to deliver 46 737-8 planes this year.

• Mar 12

Women becoming driving force in state's construction industry

Construction sites aren't hard to find in Colorado – whether it's a new neighborhood being built or roads getting much-needed repair. Yet, what is hard to find are women who work in construction.

• Mar 9

Former Dallas Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch announces retirement

Just a few days after being released by the Dallas Cowboys, linebacker Leighton Vander Esch has announced he is retiring from the NFL due to neck issues.

• 16H ago

Cowboys rework Dak Prescott's contract to reduce massive cap hit slightly, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the move says the Dallas Cowboys are slightly reducing quarterback Dak Prescott's massive salary cap hit by reworking his contract going into the final year of the deal.

• 19H ago

Kyrie Irving's running left-hander at the buzzer lifts Mavs over Nuggets 107-105

Kyrie Irving hit a running left-handed shot at the buzzer, capping a wild final 26 seconds and giving the Dallas Mavericks a 107-105 victory over the Denver Nuggets.

• Mar 18

Full list by conference of NCAA men's basketball teams in March Madness

Here is a breakdown of each March Madness men's basketball team by conference.

• 19H ago

Bill Jones: Cowboys' Tyron Smith tires of hometown discounts

Smith is headed to the NY Jets on a one-year contract that will reportedly pay him anywhere between $6.5 million and $20 million, based on how many games he plays.

• Mar 16

Toby Keith joins the Country Music Hall of Fame postumously

Keith, a hit country crafter of pro-American anthems who was loved by millions of fans, died Feb. 5. His posthumous induction did not violate the rules against inducting an artist in the year of their death because he was selected before he died.

• 15H ago

"The Notebook": Turning the bestselling romance into a Broadway musical

In 1996 Nicholas Sparks' romantic novel became a bestseller. Eight years later it was adapted to a classic movie starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams. And now, the love story that was "a song, a dream, a whisper," is a Broadway musical.

• Mar 17

Celine Dion shares health update in rare photo with sons

Celine Dion said in her post that March 15 was International Stiff-Person Syndrome Awareness Day.

• Mar 16

Alec Baldwin asks judge to dismiss charge in "Rust" shooting

Alec Baldwin's attorneys in a new court filing accused prosecutors of "unfairly stacking the deck" against him in grand jury proceedings.

• Mar 14

Neil Young returning to Spotify after leaving over Joe Rogan

Neil Young voluntarily removed his music from Spotify in 2022 after Joe Rogan, whose podcast was exclusively on Spotify, had a controversial infectious disease expert on as a guest during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Mar 14

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TxDOT hosting open house to discuss future of I-345

TxDOT has proposed tearing down the interstate and rebuilding an underground roadway.

• 20M ago
• 01:04

Texas' illegal immigration law on hold–again

For the second time this month, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito extended his stay on the new controversial Texas law that would make it a state crime for a migrant to cross into Texas illegally.

• 23M ago
• 01:50

Here's how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted weddings

More couples are getting married now that restrictions are lifted, while less are getting divorced.

• 33M ago
• 01:38

Cold start, mild finish to your Tuesday

We've started this Tuesday with temperatures in the 30s and 40s, cold enough for some patchy frost here and there.

• 38M ago
• 01:34

Eclipse to lessen solar power, but ERCOT says don't worry

The total solar eclipse will cause ERCOT to lose about 16% of solar energy supplies but it isn't asking Texans to conserve energy and doesn't expect any grid reliability concerns.

• 43M ago
• 00:43

Painting for peace: Texas artist joins Israel–Hamas war protests

Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.

• Nov 14, 2023
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Went And Took It: Texas Rangers 2023 World Series victory parade

On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!

• Nov 4, 2023
• 45 photos

Sweeter than candy: NICU babies too cute to spook!

Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.

• Oct 31, 2023
• 29 photos

Fried food & Ferris wheels: Colorful sights from the State Fair of Texas

Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!

• Oct 6, 2023
• 15 photos

Life in plastic — it's fantastic! NICU babies living the Barbie life

No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!

• Aug 3, 2023
• 5 photos