Fall arrives in North Texas as temperatures dip into the 60s
Grab a light jacket when heading out the door, but you won't need one in the afternoon. Highs Tuesday will reach into the middle 80s in the afternoon.
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Baby gets salmonella after pumpkin activity: what parents need to know
For families, October often means pumpkin carving and crafts, but one North Texas mom wants to warn parents about a risk that took her by surprise.
Video of Dallas police officer striking handcuffed suspect draws mixed reactions
It started as a scuffle between a Deep Ellum security guard and a known transient.
Fort Worth ISD students post open letter to district, governor
In an open letter on Change.org, a group called "The Students of Fort Worth ISD" is asking the superintendent and Gov. Greg Abbott to change how the district is handling the state takeover.
Dallas police officers are looking for jobs outside DPD, DPA president says
The head of the Dallas Police Association says he's never had so many officers tell him they're looking for jobs outside the department.
Video of Dallas police officer punching handcuffed suspect draws mixed reactions
It started as a scuffle between a Deep Ellum security guard and a known transient, who, Dallas police say, on Sunday evening was blocking traffic on Main Street.
President Trump approves death by firing squad for 2009 Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan
The Trump administration has approved a plan to execute former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan — who killed 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood — by firing squad, the Pentagon said.
Baby gets salmonella after pumpkin activity: what parents should know
A pumpkin activity at daycare turned into a terrifying health scare for one mom and her 4-month-old daughter.
Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan to be executed by firing squad, Pentagon says
The Trump administration has approved a plan to execute former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan — who killed 13 people in a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood — by firing squad, the Pentagon said.
Monster Jam rolls through Dallas with stars from new CBS comedy
Adrenaline took over AT&T Stadium this weekend as Monster Jam rolled through with Jaren Lewison and Helen J Shen, from the new CBS comedy "Eternally Yours," in tow.
State Fair of Texas celebrates Big Tex's 74th birthday
The iconic 55-foot cowboy was gifted a Texas historical marker right in Big Tex Circle.
Ad by state Sen. Angela Paxton in the Texas Senate race splitting some Republicans
State Senator Angela Paxton has a lot of people talking about the new TV ad she appeared in to help Republicans, including her soon-to-be ex-husband, Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
Cowboys keep fans on edge with "shocking," "amazing" win against Texans | Armchair Quarterback
The Cowboys keep delivering down-to-the-wire drama, but what did fans at H-E-B in Murphy say was the biggest surprise?
Trump to visit Texas again this week
This will be President Trump's third campaign trip to the Lone Star State in less than one month.
Dallas police, firefighters begin new fiscal year without a contract with the city
They still have some time to talk things out, but negotiations aren't going great, according to the Dallas Police Association.
Trump says his super PAC will start paying for controversial taxpayer-funded ads
President Trump says he'll start paying for the pro-Trump ads that have blanketed the airwaves in recent weeks, using money from his super PAC instead of taxpayer dollars.
Shock, concern at University of Texas at Arlington after 2 sexual assault reports
Police believe the alleged offender is a UTA student who lives in the residence hall, according to the safety bulletin.
Shock, concern on the University of Texas Arlington campus after 2 sexual assault reports
On Thursday, the University of Texas at Arlington Police Department sent a safety bulletin email to the university community, reporting two sexual assault incidents that allegedly happened about three weeks ago.
Dallas police arrest man in 32-year-old murder case
Gary Len Ross, 56, is charged with capital murder. If you're asking why it took so long to arrest Ross, an arrest warrant revealed he doesn't have a home address because he is currently homeless. Investigators say he was found at a DART station on the west end on Friday. Detectives also say he also went by the alias…
1 dead, 1 critical after crash with 18-wheeler in Dallas
Just before 12:30 p.m., Dallas police were called to Central and 635 for a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler.
Parents heartbroken after 13-year-old son killed in school bus crash in Denton County
“It's real hard accepting the reality that he's not here no more.”
Angela Paxton’s political ad draws attention amid Ken Paxton divorce
Republican state Sen. Angela Paxton has a lot of people talking about this TV ad as she is going through a very public divorce with Senate candidate and Attorney General Ken Paxton, on biblical grounds, she said. She advised Republicans to vote for their party's entire ticket, like she is, without mentioning his name.
Carrollton police search for Lewisville ISD educator accused in child grooming case
Carrollton police said warrants have been issued for indecency with a child by sexual contact and child grooming, and they are actively working to find the teacher.
Largest human tower competition
Competitors soared to new heights in Spain, striving to make the world's largest human tower.
"Bar Fairies" on a mission to end drunk driving
A grassroots effort is turning weekend mornings into an opportunity to reward safe choices.
AI boom comes at a cost for some college grads
The U.S. Census Bureau found that recent grads in majors most exposed to AI experienced a 5-percentage-point drop in employment, while those who did land a job earned 13% less than peers in other fields.
Leaf peeping: fall foliage is about to hit its peak
"Leaf peepers" can get their fix from coast to coast this fall.
Cancer is leading cause of death among Hispanic, Latino community in U.S.: report
Hispanic women have double the rates of liver and stomach cancers compared to white women , according to a new American Cancer Society Report. Cervical cancers are also much higher.
Suspected plague outbreak in Russia's eastern Siberian region
A State Department spokesperson tells CBS News that it is monitoring a potential outbreak of pneumonic plague in Russia's eastern Siberian region.
Commemorations begin in Israel marking 3 years since the Oct. 7th Hamas attacks
Flags were lowered to half-staff at the president's residence and the Israeli parliament building to honor the roughly 1,200 people killed in the attacks.
Passengers on FlyDubai flight speak out
The group includes four who stormed the cockpit and one who provided life-saving aid to the wounded captain.
Dallas County Elections Office hosts drive-thru voter registration
Dallas County alone has 1.4 million people registered to vote, according to elections officials.
Equifax agrees to $100 million settlement
Equifax has agreed to a proposed $100 million settlement over allegedly incorrect credit scores.
H-E-B coming to South Fort Worth
The grocer has bought more than 20 acres in the Edwards Ranch Community at Chisholm Trail Parkway and Oakmont Boulevard.
Frozen berry E. coli recall expanded
More frozen berries have been recalled because they may be contaminated with E. coli.
Fall has finally reached North Texas
Our temperatures stay right around average for most of the week, and will start to climb back above average as we look ahead to Thursday.
Supreme Court begins new term with climate change case
Protesters rallied outside the high court on Monday as the justices weighed whether to allow officials in Colorado to proceed with a lawsuit against energy companies, Suncor Energy and Exxon Mobil.
Protests on Cornell campus call for justice for suvivor's of sexual assault
"The whole system in general, like I feel like it's failed like so many different people and so many different women and young girls," one woman said.
Ex-"American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn gets life sentence
Caleb Flynn was found guilty of killing his wife, Ashley, and attempting to blame the murder on a break-in at their home.
President Trump continues midterms campaign in Nebraska
President Trump returns to the campaign trail Monday, heading to solidly red Nebraska to rally alongside Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts, who is in a tight race against Independent candidate Dan Osborn.
Caleb Flynn, former "American Idol" contestant and pastor, sentenced to life without parole in wife's murder
Caleb Flynn was found guilty of killing his wife, Ashley, and attempting to blame the murder on a break-in at their home.
North Texas teacher placed on leave amid criminal investigation, officials say
Carrollton police said warrants have been issued for indecency with a child by sexual contact and child grooming.
Driver's license renewal leads to Georgia cold case murder suspect's arrest in Texas, authorities say
A call about a driver's license renewal ended with a woman wanted for a deadly silicone injection in Georgia caught in Texas, investigators say.
1 dead, 1 critical after crash with 18-wheeler in Dallas, police say
Just before 12:30 p.m., Dallas police were called to Central and 635 for a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler.
Amber Guyger granted parole after serving 7 years for shooting, killing Botham Jean, officials confirm
Guyger, who faced anywhere from five years to up to life in prison, was sentenced to 10 years.
Great weather ongoing for North Texas on Monday
North Texas gets quiet weather to start the workweek, with highs in the low eighties this first full week of October!
How to get registered to vote in Texas on the deadline day
Monday, Oct. 5, is the deadline to get registered to vote in Texas. Trevor Sochocki shares what you need to know if you need to get registered.
PepsiCo recalls 122,000 cases of Gatorade due to undeclared dyes
Recalled Gatorade sold in 37 states could cause temporary "adverse health consequences," a federal regulatory agency says.
North Texas gets a quiet weather pattern this week
Some areas will wake up to temperatures in the 50s on Tuesday.
Quiet weather pattern for North Texas on Monday
The rain has rolled on, and a quiet weather pattern is in the cards!
A closer look at the tight Senate race in Texas
Trevor Sochocki shares how Ken Paxton and James Talarico are campaigning in the waning weeks of the election and when President Trump will return to Texas for another event.
Storms force a Fort Worth middle school to move campuses
Lacey Beasley shares what students and staff at Meacham Middle School can expect for the time being.
What you need to know about voter registration on the last day to do so in Texas
Trevor Sochocki details what you need before registering and what to keep in mind this midterm election cycle.
New details after teenage girl shot, killed in southern Dallas
DeNeeka Hill shares what we know now about Sunday afternoon's shooting.
What we know about a weekend Dallas shooting that left 6 people hurt
DeNeeka Hill shares the latest details about a shooting that wounded six people early Sunday morning.
Japanese leader calls woman's murder, allegedly by U.S. Marine in Okinawa, "heinous crime" as outrage spreads
A woman's murder allegedly committed by a U.S. Marine in Okinawa is a "heinous crime," Japan's premier said on Monday, as the new accusation of violence involving American forces sparked public outrage.
Another U.S. strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat kills 4, SOUTHCOM says
The U.S. military said it attacked a boat suspected of smuggling drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people, as the Trump administration continues its yearlong campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.
Gatorade recall over undeclared food coloring
The FDA is recalling more than 122,000 cases of Gatorade sold in 37 states, including Texas.
Dry skies and cooler mornings ahead for North Texas
The rain is moving out, making way for sunshine Monday and a stretch of dry weather. Cooler mornings in the low 60s are also on the way.
Juvenile shot and killed in Dallas, police say
Dallas police were called to the 600 block of Edgedale Drive just after 4 p.m. for a reported shooting, where responding officers found the minor with a gunshot wound.
Texas state Sen. Angela Paxton backs GOP slate in new midterm election campaign ad
Texas state Sen. Angela Paxton is taking a public position on the midterm election, but the new campaign ad leaves one name out.
Monday is the last day to register to vote ahead of midterm election
With elections coming up, voter education is top of mind.
Southbound Central Expressway closed after deadly crash
Investigators say a motorcycle and another vehicle were involved in the crash. The motorcyclist was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on Central Expressway in Dallas, police say
Dallas police say the crash happened around 7:20 p.m. on North Central Expressway near Forest Lane.
Dallas shooting leaves minor dead, police say
A child was fatally shot in a South Dallas neighborhood on Sunday afternoon, police said.
Brazil presidential election heads to runoff after Bolsonaro and Lula fail to win majority vote
Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, an ally of President Trump and the son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, and Brazil's veteran President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will face off in a runoff on Oct. 25.
AI is being taught how to do your job. Will artificial intelligence replace us, or just change the way we work?
It's become a booming industry: teaching artificial intelligence how to get better at doing all kinds of jobs. As AI advances, many fear what this tech means for the future of work.
Israeli investigators believe FlyDubai alleged hijacker was likely lone wolf, sources say
The FlyDubai alleged attempted hijacking was likely a lone wolf attack, an early investigation by Israel shows, according to people familiar with the matter.
What Dallas Cowboys can build on after 34-30 win over Houston Texans
After losing a heartbreaker in Rio, the Dallas Cowboys bounced back against the Houston Texans on the road, winning 34-30 on Sunday.
What the Cowboys can build on after 34-30 win over the Texans
CBS Sports Texas' Briana Aldridge speaks one-on-one with DLLS' Clarence Hill at NRG Stadium to discuss what the Cowboys defense can build on, how the offense came alive in the second half and what the upcoming schedule will look like for Dallas.
Sunny, dry week ahead for North Texas
Expect a beautiful start to the workweek on Monday. We'll have abundant sunshine, much lower humidity, and a light north/northeast breeze.
Beef price hike hits college classroom
Livestock economist David Anderson says the price spike is mainly driven by what's happening out in the pastures.
Muddy conditions at ACL Festival
A rainy weekend at Zilker Park has left fans slipping through extreme muddy conditions.
Mansfield fire engine struck while blocking traffic
The Mansfield Fire Department said a driver slammed into one of its fire engines early Sunday morning while crews were working another crash on a North Texas highway.
Bullet lodged in Venezuelan man's back removed after ICE shooting in Austin
It was two weeks ago Sunday that 28-year-old Wilber Garces Perez was shot after immigration enforcement agents claimed he attempted to flee a traffic stop.
Six shot in East Dallas overnight
Dallas Police said a shooting that unfolded in the early hours of Sunday morning left six people injured.
President Trump on the midterms campaign trail
The countdown to the midterm elections is on. President Trump was in Ohio this weekend to generate support for the Republican Party.
Last day to register to vote in midterms is Monday
You can fill out the registration form online.
U.S. military removes bombers from U.K. air base following security incident
All U.S. bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have been returned to their home stations in the United States, a Pentagon spokesperson confirmed to CBS News.
Trump and major AI executives sign "morally binding" voluntary controls
"I think I'm seeing tremendous self-policing, and they understand that they have to self-police," the president later said.
CeeDee Lamb's late TD lifts Cowboys over Texans 34-30
CeeDee Lamb had a career-high 17 catches for 189 yards and his 12-yard TD reception with 40 seconds left lifted the Dallas Cowboys to a 34-30 win over Houston to keep the Texans winless.
Driver hits Mansfield fire engine at crash scene along highway, department says
Three crew members who were inside the engine were okay, according to Mansfield Fire.
6 people shot, wounded in Dallas overnight, police say
The gunfire erupted around 3 a.m., the department said.
North Texas gets plenty of drizzle before breaking out of rainy pattern Sunday afternoon
Dry weather takes over Sunday night.
Beautiful weather ahead for North Texas after more Sunday showers
Expect the average high temperature for Monday to be around 83 degrees!
What you need to know to register to vote
Ashley Washington with the League of Women Voters' Dallas chapter shares how you can get registered before the deadline comes up for the 2026 midterm elections.
Dallas Mayor and City Manager discuss negotiations between police and fire association, city hall
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert sit down to discuss the latest about what's next for city hall and negotiating with the police and fire association.
Republicans, Democrats push to motivate voters in Texas Senate race between Talarico and Paxton
How are the two major parties in Texas working to get out the vote? Here's what they're doing.
Trump expresses concern in Texas midterms, pushes for Paxton in tight Senate race against Talarico
Following a visit to North Texas this week, we're taking a closer look at concerns President Trump may have in the Senate contest between James Talarico and Ken Paxton.
Republicans start campaign blitz, first ever joint interview with the Dallas Mayor and City Manager
This week on Eye on Politics, we get a closer look as Republicans in Texas start a campaign blitz. Plus, the mayor and city manager of Dallas sit down for a joint interview.
Trump expresses concern about midterms in Texas, pushes for Paxton in tight Senate race against Talarico
High food, gas, and diesel prices have helped turn Texas into a battleground state this year.
Cornell president says school "must do better" amid criticism of its investigation into rape allegations
Cornell's president said his school's administration "must do better" amid the criticism of its investigation into allegations made by a former student that she was gang-raped at a fraternity in 2024.
Cowboys prepare to face winless Texans with Joey Porter Jr. set to debut
The Cowboys face the 0-3 Texans on Sunday, with newly acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. expected to make his Dallas debut. Houston is also expected to get star receiver Nico Collins back after he missed two games with a hamstring injury.
Man arrested in 1993 Dallas murder cold case
Dallas police arrested a man in connection with the 1993 killing of a woman who was found dead inside her home. Investigators said blood from the scene matched the suspect, who is now charged with capital murder.
Lake Worth welfare check leads to gunfire, three-hour standoff
Police said a welfare check in Lake Worth escalated when a 40-year-old man opened fire at officers and barricaded himself inside a home. The incident led to a three-hour standoff involving SWAT and several other agencies.
Man accused of firing at officers in Lake Worth before hours-long barricade, police say
The 40-year-old was taken into custody after several hours and faces 13 felony counts.
Rain tapers off across North Texas as sunshine, 80s return
Clouds, drizzle, fog, and scattered showers will linger into Sunday morning across North Texas. Rain chances will then taper off, with sunshine and temperatures in the 80s returning over the next couple of days.
Rising grocery prices change how Americans shop
A new poll finds 67% of Americans believe grocery prices are unfair. Many shoppers say they are buying more store brands, using more coupons and loyalty programs, and cutting back on snacks.
States suspend fuel taxes as gas and diesel prices strain budgets
Several states are suspending gas and diesel taxes as fuel prices put pressure on consumers and businesses. Rising diesel costs are also hitting farmers and trucking companies, with some turning to electric vehicles to reduce expenses.
Latino Dems urge Democratic Governors Association to put money behind Gina Hinojosa as Texas governor's race tightens
Latino Democratic leaders are renewing calls for the Democratic Governors Association to invest more heavily in Texas after a new poll showed Gina Hinojosa narrowly leading Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.