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Governor Abbott unveils $1.4m grants for veterans in East Texas
AUSTIN, Texas – Today, Governor Greg Abbott revealed eight Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants…
Texas man set to be executed for killing infant son in 2008
HUNTSVILLE — A Texas man who had waived his right to appeal his death sentence…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott offers $5,000 bounty for information on Tren…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is offering up as much as $5,000 for information that leads…
Texas man set to be executed for killing his infant son
HOUSTON (AP) — A Texas man with a long history of mental illness who has…
Latest effort to block school ratings cracks Texas districts’ once-united front
Dozens of districts sued Texas saying the ratings painted an unfair picture of their schools.…
Inaccessible or secure? Debate over Texas election laws highlights tension among parties
The Texas Election Code – dictating when, where and how Texans can vote – stretches…
Massive water main break causes road closure in northwest Austin
Drivers should avoid the area near Texas Loop 360 and Spicewood Springs Road. AUSTIN, Texas…
Suspect dead after police chase that ended in Mansfield, police say
After the man crashed into another vehicle, police approached on foot and the man shot…
After a tornado nixed plans, the Valley View marching band to raise funds for field trip
After an EF3 tornado tore through the community this summer, Valley View High School Band…
Latest effort to block school ratings cracks Texas districts’ once-united front
“Latest effort to block school ratings cracks Texas districts’ once-united front” was first published by…
Ted Cruz, Colin Allred virtually tied in race for U.S. Senate, according to new poll
Cruz is at 48% while Allred is at 45%, TxHPF reported. The margin of error…
12-year-old dies in fall from balcony on cruise ship headed to Texas
Authorities are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who fell from a balcony to…
Cinnaholic in Tyler announces closing of Cumberland Park location
In a Facebook post, the owner, Jessica Gandy, said the store would be closing due…
Texas generosity shines as North Texas Giving Day surpasses goal
North Texas Giving Day Texas generosity shines as North Texas Giving Day surpasses goal North…
3 drownings reported in Lewisville Lake within a week, officials say
The body of a 14-year-old boy was recovered Saturday from Lewisville Lake, marking the third…
More than 100 killed or missing as Sinaloa Cartel war rages in Mexico
MEXICO CITY — Some 53 people have been killed and 51 others are missing in…
Arch Manning rebounds from rocky start with impressive aerial show in…
Arch Manning’s first game as Texas’ starting quarterback got off to a rocky start. But…
North Texas, your vote is your voice. ‘Back to the Ballot’ helps you vote with confidence
When the first week of football officially begins at our area high schools and colleges,…
Races for president, Senate are at the top of the ballot for Texas voters in November
North Texas voters will make several important decisions in a November election to determine who…
I-635 westbound in Irving shut down after deadly crash
Local News By Matthew Davisson Updated on: September 21, 2024 / 7:53 PM CDT /…
Jury awards over $21 million to former East Texas police officer for wrongful termination, retaliation claims
Documents show Terry Bevill was terminated from his position as Quitman police captain in 2017…
Bus carrying Texas City football team crashes on way to game; three victims taken to hospital
TEXAS CITY – A bus carrying Texas City football players to a game Friday night…
Texas defeats Rainbow Wahine volleyball team in 4 sets
1/3 Swipe or click to see more BILLY HULL / BHULL@STARADVERTISER.COM The Hawaii women’s volleyball…
Paxton to appeal Dallas judge’s ruling on State Fair of Texas gun ban policy
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton plans to appeal to a higher court after a Dallas…
7 defining moments from Chief Eddie García’s career with Dallas police
Police leaders say Chief Eddie García’s impact can’t be reduced to a single event in…
Man turns himself in, faces murder charge in shooting of Lincoln High student
A man is accused of fatally shooting a 17-year-old last week in South Dallas as…
North Texas Giving Day Raises a Record-Breaking $68.3 Million
North Texas Giving Day 2024 Raises a Record-Breaking $68.3 Million Every year, the team at…
Hot weekend ahead for North Texas before cool front drops temperatures
Local News By Scott Padgett Updated on: September 20, 2024 / 11:31 AM CDT /…
Armed individual arrested at Shoemaker High School football game; district officer injured breaking up fight
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) – A Killeen Independent School District Police Department officer on Sept. 19…
Fair Park operators warn Dallas Park Board of potential $3M budget shortfall
The entities responsible for running Fair Park say the cost of maintaining the 277-acre historic…
Big Tex says ‘Howdy folks’ for 72nd year
With only one week to go until the State Fair of Texas opens, it was…
Illegal dump disappearing from Fort Worth, along with massive tax break for the property owners, after CBS News Texas investigation
Local News By Andrea Lucia, Kelsy Mittauer September 19, 2024 / 10:37 PM CDT /…
Texas voter turnout for 2020 presidential election was 66.7% of registered voters
When it comes to voting, citizens do not always go to the polls with the…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major delays after fatal crash on W Loop 820, fiery crash on I-35E
traffic Semi driver intoxicated in fatal Fort Worth crash, police say Two separate crashes on…
More than 3,000 charities participating in North Texas Giving Day on Thursday
More than 3,000 local nonprofits are seeking donations Thursday during the 16th annual North Texas…
State Fair of Texas new gun policy goes before judge on Thursday
State Fair of Texas State Fair of Texas gun ban to remain, judge denies Ken…
Crunch Time: Breaking down Texas’ third-down and red-zone performance vs. UTSA
In another resounding victory, the then-No.2 Texas Longhorns defeated the UTSA Roadrunners 56-7 in Austin…
ITYT: Deep Dive – Breaking Down Every Arch Manning Touchdown
Let’s take a look at each Arch Manning touchdown and learn more about his ability.…
Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools
“Texas education commissioner calls for student cellphone ban in schools” was first published by The…
What to know about Dallas Police Chief Eddie García
After more than three and a half years with the city, Dallas police Chief Eddie…
Human remains found inside SUV that officials say caused pipeline fire in suburban Houston
DEER PARK, Texas — A pipeline fire that burned in a Houston suburb for four…
Texas Gulf Coast gets endangered sea corals from South Florida
DANIA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South…
Texas THC controversy and young woman unjustly jailed for legal delta-8 fire up readers
I can’t recall a topic sparking so swift a flood of responses as my recent…
What you need to know about immigration law and the 2024 election
An increase in the number of undocumented migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border since President Joe…
Where to go glamping in North Texas this fall
For campers who want to enjoy the great outdoors, but also enjoy air conditioning and…
Major crash involving three 18-wheelers on U.S 59 S in Lufkin, lanes closed
One of the vehicles lost its load of 25-foot steel pipes, according to a spokesperson…
OFFICIALS: East Texas man arrested after provoking, beating neighbor’s dog with baseball bat
Jason Washington was booked into the Panola County Jail. TATUM, Texas — An East Texas…
Gladewater water main break interrupts service, GISD students released early
The district told CBS19 they will be releasing students at 1 p.m. due to a…
Ex-Tyler ISD teacher’s aide indicted by grand jury for improper relationship with students
He was booked into the Smith County Jail in May on several charges relating to…
Former Overton city clerk arrested, accused of using city funds to purchase fuel
Pool said from June 5, 2024 to Aug. 9, 2024, a total of 20 unauthorized…
Curveball or slider? Texas Rangers’ Kumar Rocker explains dominant breaking ball
ARLINGTON — Here’s the deal: Statcast classifies Kumar Rocker’s nasty breaking pitch as a slider.…
Travis County sues top Texas officials, accusing them of violating Na…
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Dallas County commissioners affirm support for LGBTQ+ rights
The Dallas County Commissioners Court unanimously passed a resolution at its Tuesday meeting affirming the…
UT-Austin tightens automatic admission threshold to 5% of Texas’ top high schoolers
The current threshold is 6%. The change comes after the university received a record-breaking 73,000…
Texas officials declare Venezuelan gang a terrorist group, back Trump claims about migrants
Politics Updated on: September 17, 2024 / 7:40 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Lies amplified by…
Major crash blocking portion of Eastman Rd. in Longview
Drivers are asked to avoid the area LONGVIEW, Texas — A major crash is blocking…
OFFICIALS: East Texas teen arrested for making threat against school
Adriana Orona, 19, was arrested for terroristic threat. TITUS COUNTY, Texas — An East Texas…
East Texas man seeks clemency as execution date in ‘shaken baby syndrome’ case approaches
Exactly one month before the impending execution of a Texas man at the center of…
East Texas man set to be executed in October asks governor to overturn death sentence
Robert Roberson III, 57, has been on death row since February 2003 after he was…
A pipeline has exploded and is on fire in a Houston suburb, forcing evacuations
LA PORTE, Texas — A massive pipeline fire sent a pillar of flame towering over…
BREAKING NEWS MiniPod: La Porte Texas Pipeline Explosion
Harris County residents are coping with evacuations, road closures, and shelter in place orders today…
UT-Austin tightens automatic admission threshold to 5% of Texas’ top …
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Texas hospitals, following Florida, will ask immigrants about their legal status
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — For three days, the staff of an Orlando medical clinic encouraged…
Magnitude 5.1 earthquake strikes near Midland, Texas
A rare strong earthquake struck near Midland, Texas, on Monday evening, triggering more than 1,000…
LIVE COVERAGE: Large pipeline fire near Spencer Highway in La Porte area
Natural gas liquid is burning from a pipeline owned by Energy Transfer and is impacting…
Heavy flames coming from La Porte pipeline, road closures and major evacuations underway
DEER PARK, Texas – Firefighters in Deer Park are working a frightening situation as heavy…
PHOTOS: Sky 2 aerials show large pipeline fire in La Porte
DEER PARK, Texas – Sky 2 visuals show an up-close look at how large this…
La Porte pipeline fire jumps Spencer Highway, sets off smaller grass fires, officials say
LA PORTE, Texas (KTRK) — Authorities have been responding since 10 a.m. Monday to a…
Evacuations ordered after Texas chemical plant pipeline breach
By Joe Hutchison For Dailymail.Com Published: 12:13 EDT, 16 September 2024 | Updated: 15:09 EDT,…
Texas chemical plant explosion: Evacuations ordered in La Porte amid roaring pipeline fire
AP | | Posted by Shweta Kukreti Sep 16, 2024 10:02 PM IST Share Via…
Shelter-in-place, evacuations issued for THESE areas due to pipeline fire in Deer Park
DEER PARK, Texas – A large pipeline fire has impacted surrounding areas in Deer Park,…
Texas on top! Longhorns take over at No. 1 in AP Top 25 for first time in 16 years, jumping Georgia
article Texas is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll for…
Texas jumps over Georgia to No. 1 in Top 25 for first time in 16 years
Texas is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll for the…
What Are the Hot Topics Being Discussed at This Week’s Texas Cannabis Policy Conference?
Speakers at a past Texas Cannabis Policy Conference (Photo Courtesy of Texans for Responsible Marijuana…
Teenager injured in Longview shooting after verbal altercation
Officers discovered a teenage victim with gunshot wounds, and determined a “verbal altercation” had escalated…
East Texas lawyer Keith Miller dies after 30 years of practicing law
Miller’s law office on 100 Ferguson St. in Tyler will remain open, and is under…
KRGV CHANNEL 5 NEWS – The Rio Grande Valley’s News Channel
KRGV CHANNEL 5 NEWS – The Rio Grande Valley’s News Channel WATCH LIVE: 5th Quarter Powered…
Desperate Gators host Texas A&M as underdogs in SEC opener
College Sports | Billy Napier walks the sideline during the Gators’ 45-7 rout of Samford…
Texas man dies after crashing his car into electrical poles in Plaquemines Parish, LSP says
The accident claimed the life of 22-year-old Chance Dickerson of Lubbock, Texas. BELLE CHASSE, La.…
A spooktacular opening: Six Flags over Texas unveils Fright Fest
The sun set over Six Flags Over Texas. The air thickened with suspense and excitement.…
Walgreens settles lawsuits filed in Texas, 2 other state
WASHINGTON — Walgreens has agreed to pay $106 million to settle lawsuits that alleged the…
Investigation underway at NW Houston park where at least 2 were fatally shot, HPD says
fatal shooting Friday, September 13, 2024 3:15AM Neighbors who said they witnessed a person with…
Unlucky number 13: Francine the latest hurricane to strike the Louisiana coastline since 2000
A state renowned for its cultural and natural scenery is once again picking up the…
Q&A on THC in Texas: What you need to know about the controversy
No wonder you’re confused by the proliferation of stores across North Texas marketing gummies, oils…
California man charged in fentanyl overdose death of East Texas college student
Gamal allegedly sold fentanyl over the internet to Collin Walker, 28, of Tyler, who was…
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denies East Texas death row inmate’s appeal for stay of execution
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied a stay of execution Wednesday after his case…
Leverett’s Chapel ISD student accused of making threat removed from campus
Superintendent Matthew L. Everett said that at “no time were students or staff in immediate…
‘Misinformation’: Dallas elections office rebuffs illegal voter registration allegations
After a video was shared online purporting to show Dallas County election workers using “illegal”…
Injuries reported following crash involving Tatum school bus
The crash occurred around 7:15 a.m. TATUM, Texas — Injuries have been reported following a…
Lucky Texan wins $800 million Mega Millions jackpot, 7th-largest prize in game history
Someone who purchased a Mega Millions lottery ticket in Sugar Land is about to really…
Mega Millions player wins $800 million jackpot with ticket bought at Texas gas station
U.S. By Updated on: September 11, 2024 / 12:58 PM EDT / CBS News The…
North Texas’ first LGBTQ-affirming affordable senior housing opens its doors
Jack McCroskey marveled at the affordable senior housing center that became his new home. At…
Texas husband fatally shoots wife and her 2 kids months after he was…
A Texas father shot dead his wife and her two children — and then turned…
Hatchet-wielding, hard-partying migrants take over Texas hotel —…
The violent Venezuelan migrant gang Tren de Aragua has taken over a hotel in the…
Breaking down the ‘Boys: Prescott’s payday, defense shines in Week 1 win
Local News By Bill Jones, Jett Beachum Updated on: September 10, 2024 / 5:24 AM…
Francine expected to be Cat. 2 hurricane with landfall expected in Louisiana, watches issued for Texas coast
Tracking Francine: HOUSTON – Hurricane Francine finally became a hurricane at 7pm Tuesday. With the…
Man fatally shot by police during attempted apartment break-in had replica gun, was in U.S. illegally, Dallas police say
Local News By Updated on: September 10, 2024 / 5:25 PM CDT / CBS Texas…
Where to celebrate International Observe the Moon Night in North Texas
This Saturday, join millions worldwide as they turn their faces toward the night sky in…
Texas Senate race is not a top priority, national Dem group says
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Man accused of murder in Louisiana arrested in Smith County
CBS19 will update this article as more information becomes available. SMITH COUNTY, Texas — A…
How much lottery revenue goes toward schools in Texas?
People know how to play the lottery, but often don’t know where the money goes.…
Have you seen this man? Search on for escaped Huntsville prisoner
HUNTSVILLE, TX – Officials with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) said an inmate…
UPDATE: TDCJ escape apprehended in Calallen
Texas Department of Criminal Justice inmate Jesus Villarreal was taken into custody in Calallen,…
Amber Alert issued for two North Texas children
Local News By Updated on: September 8, 2024 / 11:43 AM CDT / CBS Texas…
Texas Lottery: 3 Texans recently claim prizes each worth $1 million or more
In the last week, three Texans claimed prizes worth at least $1 million playing different…
Officer-involved shooting being investigated in Northwest Dallas
Local News Updated on: September 8, 2024 / 12:34 AM CDT / CBS Texas Police…
Mega Millions jackpot rises to $800 million. How much is the cash option?
The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $800 million with a cash option…
Texas Fortnite players part of clash in this weekend’s Fort Worth tournament
Esports and online content creation are big moneymakers for some young people. Platforms like Twitch…
Texas Avenue, Ohio Avenue reconstruction expected to last 3 weeks
All work is weather permitted. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Reconstruction work has begun on Texas…
‘It’s really putting a pinch on homebuyers’: Progressive stops offering homeowners new insurance policies in Texas
HOUSTON – It’s a move that seems to benefit the insurance giant, but the realtor…
Person dead after being struck by train in Jacksonville
According to Jacksonville police, a train crash near the 100 bock of North Gillespie Avenue…
Texas would need about $81.5 billion a year to end property taxes, officials say
“Texas would need about $81.5 billion a year to end property taxes, officials say” was…
Latest Drought Update with the Recent Record Rainfall in West Texas
The recent rainfall left West Texas in much of a flood zone which rain is…
CBS7 | Permian Basin, West Texas News
In an exclusive First Alert 7 Special Report, Mary Kate Hamilton sits down with advocates…
Breaking down the match-ups – Can Michigan keep up with Texas?
Breaking down the match-ups – Can Michigan keep up with Texas? Subscribe to read more.…
OFFICIALS: East Texas teen arrested after loaded gun found in vehicle on school grounds
The 17-year-old student was taken into custody for possession of a firearm in a prohibited…
Blue Skies of Texas, Top Honors From Newsweek
There are plenty of options for retirement communities, but there’s only one in San Antonio…
Texas Railroad Commission seeks feedback on waste management rule updates
AUSTIN – The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is gathering public feedback on proposed revisions…
In South Texas, SpaceX faces skepticism over environmental damage
“In South Texas, SpaceX faces skepticism over environmental damage” was first published by The Texas…