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Democrats accused Cruz of inciting the violence at the Capitol Wednesday as he led efforts by some Republican Senators to object to the certification of the 2020 election.
In a new video posted to Twitter on Thursday night, more than 24 hours after his supporters stormed the Capitol, President Trump said he is "outraged" by the "violence, lawlessness and mayhem" the day before.
There is a growing list of lawmakers who are asking for the vice president to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove President Donald Trump from office after the chaos seen at the U.S. Capitol.
The White House announced Thursday that President Donald Trump has withdrawn the nomination of North Texas native Chad Wolf as Secretary of Homeland Security.
Fort Worth-based American Airlines says it is taking new "precautionary" measures after rioting in the nation's capital -- including no longer serving alcohol on flights to and from Washington, DC.
Sen. Ted Cruz tweeted, "Those storming the Capitol need to stop NOW. The Constitution protects peaceful protest, but violence—from Left or Right— is ALWAYS wrong.
Supporters of President Donald Trump got into a angry shouting match with other passengers on a Washington-bound American Airlines plane after they projected a "Trump 2020" logo on the cabin ceiling.
President Bush was among the first high-profile Republicans to congratulate Joe Biden on his victory after multiple media organizations projected on Nov. 7, he would win the presidency.
Texas Senator Ted Cruz and ten Republican Senators are calling on Congress to appoint an Electoral Commission to conduct an emergency, ten-day audit of the disputed states' election returns.
"Through an incomplete response to my public information request, we have so far learned that the taxpayers of Texas are on the hook for about $12,000 in printing costs," said Rep. Turner of Grand Prairie.
Eleven Republican senators led by Ted Cruz announced they will challenge the outcome of the presidential election by voting to reject electors from some states when Congress meets to certify the Electoral College results.
President Trump signed the $900 billion COVID relief bill into law Sunday, clearing the way for another round of stimulus checks and additional unemployment benefits.
A second round of stimulus checks may soon land in the bank accounts of millions of Americans after President Donald Trump signed a $900 billion economic relief package on Sunday night.
Rebekah Charleston said receiving a full pardon from President Donald Trump is a gift.
"Rebekah Charleston's pardon is supported by her friends, family, and even the Special Agent who arrested her in 2006 for tax evasion," the statement from the president's press secretary said.
The fate of the coronavirus relief package passed by the House and Senate remains up in the air after President Donald Trump sharply criticized the bill.
Steve Stockman was found guilty of conspiring with two staffers to bilk conservative foundations out of at least $775,000 that was meant for charitable purposes and voter education.
A grand jury in Brownsville handed up sixteen counts against Pascale Ferrier, court records show.
Electors from 50 states and the District of Columbia will gather across the country to cast their votes on December 14 in the Electoral College and declare the winner of the 2020 presidential election.
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a lawsuit brought forth by Texas and backed by President Donald Trump to overturn Joe Biden's election victory.
The Dallas County Democratic Party is calling for an end to Attorney General Ken Paxton's legal attempts to invalidate President-elect Joe Biden's 2020 election victory.
President Trump is getting significant support from Republicans for a longshot lawsuit. More than 100 members of Congress and multiple state attorneys general have signed onto the Texas suit asking the U.S. Supreme Court to invalidate President-elect Joe Biden's victory.
Rep. Turner requests information regarding Paxton's lawsuit against four swing states that went for President-elect Joe Biden in the November election.
On the day West Virginia formally certified its November election results, state leaders backed a lawsuit to invalidate presidential race results in four battleground states that President Donald Trump lost.
The Dow Jones crossed the 30,000 threshold for the first time ever Tuesday, fueled by news that suggests a more stable economy in the near future.
A freeze warning is in effect until 9 a.m. for temperatures as low as 25 degrees.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
Tyler Seguin's goal in the closing seconds of the first period held up as the winner and Casey DeSmith stopped 30 of 31 shots as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 2-1 on Sunday night.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Sunday evening that he is running for a fourth term as governor of the Lone Star State.
A freeze warning is in effect until 9 a.m. for temperatures as low as 25 degrees.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
Tyler Seguin's goal in the closing seconds of the first period held up as the winner and Casey DeSmith stopped 30 of 31 shots as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 2-1 on Sunday night.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Sunday evening that he is running for a fourth term as governor of the Lone Star State.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
A Collin County jury has convicted a Frisco-area Uber driver of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
As the Texas Education Agency takes control of Fort Worth ISD, CBS News Texas' I-Team finds past state takeovers offer no guarantees—just a mixed bag of outcomes.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Sunday evening that he is running for a fourth term as governor of the Lone Star State.
Some fans booed as Mr. Trump read an oath for members of the military to recite as part of an on-field enlistment ceremony during the break in the game.
While GOP lawmakers and the Trump administration have downplayed the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, there are state efforts underway to ensure it's recorded for history.
Britain's public broadcaster has been criticized for editing a speech President Trump made on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland's death, Dr. Jaya Mathew said talking about suicide can help people who are struggling.
Children's Health specialists recommend adjusting bedtime routines and limiting electronics to ease the transition.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Plano store will close in early 2027 after the company sold the property to the mall's developer.
Tyler Seguin's goal in the closing seconds of the first period held up as the winner and Casey DeSmith stopped 30 of 31 shots as the Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 2-1 on Sunday night.
Some fans booed as Mr. Trump read an oath for members of the military to recite as part of an on-field enlistment ceremony during the break in the game.
During his tenure from 1989 to 2006, Paul Tagliabue oversaw the expansion of the NFL to 32 teams.
Naji Marshall scored a season-high 30 points and P.J. Washington Jr. had eight key points in the final five minutes.
Under a deal between the Commanders and D.C., the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion.
The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Lioness" and a "Yellowstone" spinoff need actors this month.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
