Former student fondly remembers fallen Dallas officer Darron Burks Burks taught at Texas Can Academies in Dallas until last year, a school dedicated to helping non-traditional students get the education they need. 8H ago Showers and thunderstorms expected through Labor Day in North Texas Expect scattered thunderstorms in North Texas on Sunday and Labor Day, mainly from midday through the evening. Morning showers and storms are possible but less likely. 8H ago Attack on three Dallas officers reopens wounds for mother of fallen 2016 officer The attack on three Dallas officers, which left one dead, has reopened old wounds for Valerie Zamarripa. Her son, Patrick, was one of five officers ambushed and killed in downtown Dallas in 2016. The attack has brought back painful memories and highlighted the ongoing issue of officer safety. 15H ago 01:48 Assist the Officer Foundation supports Dallas officers and families The Dallas-based nonprofit organization Assist the Officer Foundation is stepping in to help the officers, their families, and fellow DPD officers. 12H ago Dallas police officer Darron Burks "executed" in targeted attack, chief says Burks was killed in a shooting in Oak Cliff, and two other responding officers were injured late Thursday night, Dallas police said. Aug 30 More Latest News
Questions surround the handcuffing of a Texas 10-year-old with learning disabilities In an incident raising questions about school discipline and law enforcement practices, police handcuffed a 10-year-old girl with learning disorders following an incident at school. Aug 21 Pilot Point sues, settles with resident who tried to recall elected official The issue has been divisive in the small city near Lake Ray Roberts in Denton County. Aug 22 Texas lawmaker says it's time for the state to get involved in "phone free" schools Keeping students focused in class is a losing battle for Texas schools when there are cellphones around to distract them, says State Representative Ellen Troxclair. Aug 14 More North Texas school districts joining the phone-free movement The I-Team surveyed 50 school districts and found a growing number joining the phone-free movement. Aug 13 Woman watches backyard disappear after city says erosion is her problem Her neighborhood sits in the shadow of Arlington's stadiums, but one woman feels her backyard is no longer safe. Aug 6 More I-Team Investigations
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Politics The biggest Texas contest: U.S. Senate Race Recent polls show the change from President Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of their ticket has energized Democrats and is helping make the U.S. Senate race between Republican Ted Cruz and Democratic Congressman Colin Allred of Dallas more competitive. 3H ago 04:58 Texas Senate race between Allred and Cruz heats up as excitement for Harris grows The Labor Day holiday weekend starts the final sprint to the political finish line: Election Day, November 5. A closer look at the biggest prize in Texas this November: the U.S. Senate race between incumbent Ted Cruz and his challenger Colin Allred. Aug 1 21:00 North Texas Congressman Self is confident in the outcome of the November elections Congressman Keith Self, R-McKinney, is confident Republican voters will show up in full force to the polls this November. His certainty lies with both Cruz and Trump winning Collin County and re-election. Aug 30 17:31 Dallas Congresswoman Crockett's new high profile assignment Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, is a new National Co-Chair for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz's campaign. Aug 30 30:03 California advances bill banning food additives in school meals Food dyes in popular snacks have been linked to adverse health outcomes in kids, says state legislature. Aug 30 More Political News
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Viral Jolly Rancher TikTok recipe leaves boy with severe burns. Here's a doctor's warning. A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns. Aug 14 Crews continue cleanup of debris left from storms in Richardson Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes. Jun 3 Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15 What you need to know before investing in solar panels Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story. May 13 North Texas drivers express concerns over self-driving 18-wheelers Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe. Apr 5 More Consumer News
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California advances bill banning food additives in school meals Food dyes in popular snacks have been linked to adverse health outcomes in kids, says state legislature. Aug 30 Parental stress is an urgent public health issue, U.S. surgeon general says An advisory from the nation's top doctor draws attention to the importance of parents' mental health and well-being. Aug 28 Heat-related deaths are on the rise, according to new study From 1999-2023, the Journal of American Medical Association recorded 21,518 deaths where heat was either the underlying cause or the contributing cause of death, likely an underestimation, they say. Aug 26 Baby dies after being left in hot car for over 7 hours, officials say Local police said a preliminary investigation shows the child's grandmother left the baby in the rear seat of the car. Aug 22 Widow of UPS driver who collapsed on the job calls for better worker protections in extreme heat The widow of a UPS driver who died last year is calling for safer conditions for workers as temperatures spike. Aug 21 More Health News
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year. Aug 2 Olympic Committee sues Logan Paul's energy drink brand over trademark The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks. Jul 20 Elon Musk announces X, SpaceX headquarters relocating to Texas Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Jul 17 North Texas shoppers remain skeptical of Kroger-Albertsons merger as grocery giants make moves for federal approval Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds. Jul 10 First ammo vending machine in Texas makes its debut Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine. Jul 10 More Business News
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Cowboys aim to defend NFC East title against Eagles' "Dream Team" Dallas opens its season on Sunday, Sept. 8, against the Cleveland Browns. Aug 29 Expectations high at Cowboys kickoff party at The Star Dallas Cowboys fans had a rare chance Wednesday night to see the team practice before its season opener on Sept. 8. Aug 28 Rangers beat White Sox 3-1 in resumed game Marcus Semien hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the seventh inning. Aug 28 Dallas Wings beat Aces 93-90 Satou Sabally had 28 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and Natasha Howard added 24 points. Aug 28 CeeDee Lamb calls on the Dallas Cowboys to re-up with QB Dak Prescott Now that Lamb has a contract that could keep him with the Cowboys through 2028, he's ready for the peace of mind that Dak Prescott will be with him. Aug 28 More Sports News
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Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing during show Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said. 14H ago Mariah Carey reveals her mom, sister died on the same day Singer Mariah Carey said in a statement that both her mother and sister died on the same day this past weekend. Aug 27 Foo Fighters say they did not OK Trump using "My Hero" at Arizona rally Former President Donald Trump played the band's song "My Hero" when he welcomed former independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the stage at a rally in Arizona on Friday. Aug 24 Justin and Hailey Bieber welcome their first child The couple first confirmed the pregnancy back in May. Aug 23 Taylor Swift addresses Vienna shows canceled over alleged terror plot Taylor Swift was forced to cancel three shows in Vienna after an alleged planned terrorist attack against one of the shows was foiled. Aug 21 More Entertainment News
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Latest Videos The biggest Texas contest: U.S. Senate Race Recent polls show the change from President Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of their ticket has energized Democrats and is helping make the U.S. Senate race between Republican Ted Cruz and Democratic Congressman Colin Allred of Dallas more competitive. 3H ago 04:58 Texas Senate race between Allred and Cruz heats up as excitement for Harris grows The Labor Day holiday weekend starts the final sprint to the political finish line: Election Day, November 5. A closer look at the biggest prize in Texas this November: the U.S. Senate race between incumbent Ted Cruz and his challenger Colin Allred. Aug 1 21:00 Charter bus traveling from Atlanta to Dallas crashes in Mississippi: 7 dead, dozens injured A charter bus traveling from Atlanta to Dallas crashed in Mississippi due to tire failure, resulting in at least seven deaths and several dozen injuries. The 36 surviving passengers were taken to hospitals. 9H ago 00:30 Showers and thunderstorms expected through Labor Day in North Texas Expect scattered thunderstorms in North Texas on Sunday and Labor Day, mainly from midday through the evening. Morning showers and storms are possible but less likely. 9H ago 04:46 2 arrested after Dollar General burglary, car chase in Lake Worth Police arrested two suspects for a Dollar General burglary in Lake Worth after a two-mile car chase. 9H ago 00:40 More in Latest Videos
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Fort Worth celebrates Fourth at Panther Island Pavilion Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July. Jul 4 9 photos Spring storm damage across North Texas Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction. May 28 12 photos North Texas Tornado Damage Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25. May 27 21 photos Tornado destroys Texas home, storm chaser saves family of 4: PHOTOS A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it. May 3 8 photos 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 8 photos More in Latest Galleries
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