An inside look at "Operation Lone Star"
CBS News' Lilia Luciano rides along with controversial program "Operation Lone Star" at the Texas border.
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Inside Operation Lone Star
The Texas-Mexico border is seeing record numbers of migrants attempting to cross into the U.S. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano joins CBS News' Nikki Battiste to discuss a controversial program in Texas designed to mitigate the growing numbers of migrants entering the country.
$29B plan to protect Texas from storms
Coastal cities across the U.S. are facing the threat of rising sea levels due to climate change. Ben Tracy takes a look at a massive project that could save Texas' coastline from storms.
The $29 billion plan to save Texas' coast from rising tides
The plan would be the largest infrastructure project in the nation and take up to 20 years to complete.
Gov. Abbott eases truck inspections
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott partially reversed a commercial truck inspection strategy that had gridlocked trucks entering the U.S. and shut down some of the world's busiest trade bridges. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Stranded dolphin dies after beachgoers try to "ride" it, rescuers say
"This type of harassment causes undue stress to wild dolphins, is dangerous for the people who interact with them and is illegal," rescuers said.
Storms to hit Midwest, East Coast
Multiple people were injured after several tornadoes touched down in Central Texas. Meanwhile, a spring blizzard hit Bismarck, North Dakota. The same system is expected to bring more storms to the Midwest and East Coast. Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar is not the target of FBI investigation, attorney says
Cuellar's home and campaign office were raided in January, but he denied any wrongdoing.
"48 Hours" investigates murder of Dallas man
In October 2020, Jamie Faith was attacked and murdered outside of his home on an early morning walk with his wife and dog. "48 Hours" reports on how text messages led investigators to Faith's killer.
Inflation, bird flu drive up egg prices
With Easter less than a week away, the price of eggs is skyrocketing. Costs are being driven up by several factors, including an outbreak of bird flu and record inflation. Omar Villafranca visited a Texas egg farm to learn more.
Texas DA drops murder charge against woman for self-induced abortion
Starr County District Attorney Gocha Allen Ramirez said that "it is clear that Ms. Herrera cannot and should not be prosecuted for the allegation against her."
Woman facing execution gets support from lawmakers, Kim Kardashian
Melissa Lucio, 53, would be the first Latina executed by Texas and the first woman since 2014.
Abbott says Texas will send charter buses with migrants to D.C.
The governor said the buses would bring migrants to "the steps of the United States Capitol."
Texas teacher resigns after student burned during science experiment
Authorities said a teacher put hand sanitizer in a student's hands and lit the flammable solution on fire.
Texas election officials rejected one out of eight mail ballots cast in primary
Over 24,000 voters' ballots were not counted in the final results.
Tornado confirmed in Texas
Sever weather in Texas has left at least one person dead. Tornadoes have led to reports of property damage and injuries throughout the state as the severe weather continues to move across the South. Jason Allen and Brooke Rogers have more with CBS News Dallas / Fort Worth.
Blue Origin completes fourth crewed mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin carried out its fourth manned trip to space, blasting off and landing in the West Texas desert. The 10-minute ride took the crew more than 60 miles up, where they enjoyed a few minutes of weightlessness.
Video shows powerful tornado destroying Texas school's gym
Video footage from a surveillance camera shows what it was like inside a Texas elementary school's gymnasium as it was being destroyed by a powerful tornado.
Videos show tornado striking Texas schools
Surveillance videos from a Texas school district show the moments a tornado struck schools last week in Jacksboro, northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Doug Dunbar of CBS News Dallas-Fort Worth has more.
Parts of Texas under severe storm watches while others threatened by wildfires
The weather warnings come as officials continue battling a series of wildfires in central Texas.
Flamingo that escaped Kansas zoo in 2005 spotted in Texas
Wildlife officials were able to make out the bird's leg band on a video, which they posted on Facebook.
Millions of women lack access to maternity care
Fewer than half of rural Texas hospitals have maternity wards, meaning some women in rural areas have to travel further to give birth or get medical care. The issue is not unique to Texas. Janet Shamlian takes a look.
Ukrainian flag sales surge at Texas shop
After hearing about the war in Ukraine, a flag store in Irving, Texas, decided to start producing Ukrainian flags in solidarity. Since then, sales of Ukrainian flags have soared, outpacing even the Texas flag. CBS DFW's Brooke Rogers has more.
Texas teen talks surviving tornado in truck
A viral video of a truck that got caught in a Texas tornado has a happy ending. The teenager who was driving the truck was heading home from a job interview when his vehicle was tossed and turned. The teen, who was able to drive away from the incident, got the job and starts soon.
New Orleans in state of emergency after tornadoes
A state of emergency is in effect for New Orleans and the surrounding areas after a series of tornadoes devastated the region. David Begnaud has the latest on the damage.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Timeline of the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
Timeline of the deadly shooting of Charlie Kirk, according to information gathered by the CBS News Confirmed team.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Trump admin. asks appeals court to allow firing of Lisa Cook before Fed meeting
The Trump administration wants an appeals court to lift a ruling that blocked President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook before an interest rate meeting next week.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Suspect in Trump assassination attempt forfeits opening statement at trial
Ryan Routh, who is representing himself, was warned by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to stay on topic.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.