Samsung to build a new semiconductor facility in Texas
The $17 billion chip factory is largest U.S. investment ever by the South Korean electronics giant, it said.
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Reimagining police departments
Scott Pelley reports on the ways American cities are reimagining their police departments, with Austin, Texas, leading the way.
Reimagining police departments with safety and justice in mind
Scott Pelley reports on the ways American cities are reimagining their police departments, with Austin, Texas, leading the way.
Houston community plagued by pollution
The cases of childhood leukemia in Houston's fifth ward, a low-income and predominantly Black community, are five times higher than the state average, according to the Texas Department of Health. Residents are blaming a toxic rail yard. Janet Shamlian takes a look.
What does reimagining police look like?
Scott Pelley went to Austin, Texas, where the city is reforming its police department. See the report on 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Texas mayor: Federal civil rights probe may be politically motivated
Southlake, Texas Mayor John Huffman noted that the Department of Education investigation of the city's Carroll school district follows the district's decision not to teach critical race theory.
Gerrymandering surges ahead of midterms
There is a surge in gerrymandering as several states work to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Beto O'Rourke running for Texas governor
Beto O'Rourke, the Democrat from El Paso who came close to unseating Senator Ted Cruz in 2018 before a failed bid for president, announced Monday that he is challenging incumbent Governor Greg Abbott in 2022. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green has details.
Discarded uniforms bring hope
Over two years ago, Donna Parker, of Lexington, Ky., found Army uniforms in the bottom of a dumpster, and began searching for their rightful owner. Her quest – an obsession, really – would lead her to a grieving Texas family. Steve Hartman reports on a uniform's journey home.
More lawsuits filed on behalf of Astroworld victims
Lawsuits against Astroworld Festival organizers are stacking up after nine people died. Travis Scott's spokesperson said the rapper was not aware of the deaths until hours after the show. Lilia Luciano shares the latest.
Judge overturns Texas mask mandate ban for schools
A federal judge ordered a halt to a ban on mask mandates in Texas, saying that it discriminated against students with disabilities. Mireya Villarreal has more.
Federal judge blocks Texas ban on school mask mandates
Judge said Governor Greg Abbott's ban violated a federal law protecting disabled students' access to public education. Texas AG Ken Paxton indicated the state is mulling an appeal.
Police told Astroworld to stop show, chief says
The Houston police chief says officers told organizers behind the Astroworld Festival to shut it down when people were being given CPR. On Saturday, he said he was concerned about possible riots, so he and others decided to let the concert continue beyond the declaration of a mass casualty event. Lilia Luciano reports.
"Positive leads" in girl's 1980 slaying after remains identified
Sherri Ann Jarvis' slaying remains unsolved, Walker County Sheriff Chief Deputy Tim Whitecotton said.
Astroworld security guard wasn't injected with drugs, police say
Authorities continue to investigate the music festival, where eight people were killed in a crowd surge.
Houston police update on Astroworld tragedy
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner gave an update on the investigation into the Astroworld Festival tragedy on Wednesday afternoon. He clarified several earlier reports, including that a security officer was hit in the head during the event, not injected with drugs, as authorities initially believed. Watch more of his news conference here.
2 in critical condition after Astroworld tragedy
A 22-year-old and a 9-year-old are among those who are still hospitalized after a crowd surge at rapper Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival. Lilia Luciano reports.
Security issues probed after Astroworld tragedy
At least eight people were killed and dozens of others injured at the Astroworld music festival as a massive crowd surged toward the stage. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano joins CBSN AM from Houston with the latest.
Will Texas secede? Ted Cruz says if "things become hopeless"
The Republican senator said that Texas is "keeping America from going off the cliff."
Vigils held for Astroworld concert victims
Vigils were held outside the Houston concert venue where eight people were killed in a stampede during a performance by Travis Scott on Friday night. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the incident. Lilia Luciano reports.
At least 8 people dead at Houston music festival
David Persse, the chief medical officer of the city of Houston, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the details and fallout after at least eight people died at Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival in Houston on Friday night.
8 dead after chaos at Houston music festival
Eight people are dead and several more injured after a crowd suddenly rushed towards the stage at the Astroworld music festival in Houston, Texas, on Friday night. Authorities are investigating the cause of the deadly incident. Lilia Luciano has more.
Houston officials give update on Astroworld deaths
Eight people died during Travis Scott's Astroworld music festival in Houston on Friday night. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, County Judge Lina Hidalgo and chief of police Troy Finner on Saturday afternoon give an update on the incident. Watch part of their remarks here.
SCOTUS hears arguments over Texas abortion law
A Texas law banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy — the most restrictive in the nation — was at the center of Supreme Court oral arguments Monday. Jan Crawford reports on the landmark legal battle and what it could mean for states nationwide.
Christian radio host gets 3 life prison terms for bilking listeners
"He ruthlessly stole from his clients who trusted him for almost a decade," said the chief of the Tarrant County DA's Elder Financial Fraud team.
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Charlie Kirk shooting suspect in custody after manhunt, officials announce
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials say a suspect is now in custody.
Suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk killing confessed to father, officials say
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
Poland rejects Trump's suggestion Russian drone raid a possible mistake
Responding to President Trump, Poland's leader said, "we would also wish that the drone attack on Poland was a mistake. But it wasn't."
ICE agent shoots, kills man in Franklin Park; agent also injured
An ICE agent shot and killed a man in Franklin Park, Illinois Friday morning after authorities say he attempted to drive into agents as they tried to make an arrest.
Secret Service puts agent on leave who wrote negative post about Charlie Kirk
A U.S. Secret Service agent who wrote a negative social media post about Charlie Kirk has been put on leave, U.S. officials said Friday.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect is in custody. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
Tariff-fueled price hikes have arrived — and hitting these items first
The Trump administration's tariffs are slowly rippling through the economy and starting to push up prices for some products, government data shows.
Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.
Supreme Court's upcoming term could be marked by disputes over Trump policies
Over 300 lawsuits challenging many of Trump's second-term plans have been winding through federal courts, and a handful may be poised for Supreme Court review.