Why some lawmakers want the Texas Lottery abolished
The Lottery Commission is under a number of state investigations by the Texas Rangers, requested by Governor Greg Abbott and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick.
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The Lottery Commission is under a number of state investigations by the Texas Rangers, requested by Governor Greg Abbott and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick.
The bill will allow cities to take back up to 25% of their sales tax money sent to DART to spend on their own road projects, sidewalks, and hiking and biking trails among other things.
Under the deal, the House will approve the Senate's bill that raises the homestead exemption on school property taxes from $100,000 to $140,000 this year. The homestead exemption for those over 65 and the disabled will increase by an additional $60,000 this year, up from $10,000.
The Texas Democratic Party chairman told CBS News Texas that Democrats are considering taking legal action against the state to keep the education savings account bill from taking effect.
Gov. Abbott is pushing another one of his "emergency items": a constitutional amendment on bail reform.
Those over 65 and the disabled would receive an additional $60,000 this year, up from $10,000.
Texas lawmakers passed the legislation on April 24 with a vote of 19-12.
Evans said voters like the direction of the city and pushed back against partisan politics being a part of the campaign.
Democrats and Republicans from North Texas tell CBS News Texas how they feel about President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office.
Democrats across North Texas protested President Trump's first 100 days in office during his second term. Demonstrations took place in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin and Denton counties.
Republicans say they are giving priority to disabled students and those from low-income families. However, Democrats say they believe most students who will enroll in the program will be from wealthy families and already attend private school.
With about a month left in the Texas legislative session, Governor Greg Abbott is pushing another one of his "emergency items": a constitutional amendment on bail reform.
Texas lawmakers advanced a bill to change the language in the state's abortion laws in an effort to clarify when doctors are allowed to perform an abortion during a medical emergency.
When it comes to controversial tariffs, Sen. Cruz said President Trump could go down two very different paths.
Sen. Cornyn has vowed he will push for President Trump's agenda just as he did during his first term in office.
Jack Fink spoke with Democratic Rep. Julie Johnson and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz for "Eye On Politics."
The controversial school choice bill allows for taxpayer money to be used to help qualifying students pay for private school tuition.
After a roundtable discussion with small business owners in Dallas, CBS News Texas asked Cornyn how important his efforts are to his campaign and in winning President Trump's endorsement. Cornyn said, "President Trump is the most influential person in politics in the nation, and that includes Texas."
Governor Greg Abbott signed the first bill of the legislative session at the Capitol. He said while lawmakers want to make the government more efficient and less costly, the primary focus will be on reducing regulations on Texas businesses.
Rep. Julie Johnson, a Democrat representing part of Dallas County, said the tariffs are reckless and irresponsible. Republican Sen. Ted Cruz told Jack that he supports Mr. Trump using the tariffs as leverage to strike trade deals around the world.
It was approved nearly one week ago by the House in a historic vote.
Democrats in the House are now looking to the next election, where they hope Republicans will pay a political price.
CBS News Texas followed various lawmakers throughout the day of the vote for SB2, including nearly 11 hours of debate over the bill.
Republicans say the legislature is not defunding public schools, and instead, is on its way to approving billions of dollars of new money for public schools.
Under the SB2, students will receive $10,000 each year if they attend a private school. Disabled students would receive up to $30,000 a year and home-schooled students would get $2,000.
Thousands of Dallas families received free school supplies, shoes, and more at For Oak Cliff's annual back-to-school event ahead of the new school year.
Brian Schottenheimer's first game as Cowboys head coach ended in a loss.
After Minnesota nurse Alex Pennig was found dead in her bathroom, her friend Matthew Ecker told investigators she shot herself. But evidence at the scene left detectives with some big questions about how Pennig died.
The Phillies are 30-13 when scoring at least two runs in road games.
The early morning standoff was triggered by a suspicious person report that drew police to the scene.
Authorities said both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Thousands of Dallas families received free school supplies, shoes, and more at For Oak Cliff's annual back-to-school event ahead of the new school year.
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition is standing with Texas Democratic lawmakers who fled their state to halt a redistricting vote.
Brian Schottenheimer's first game as Cowboys head coach ended in a loss.
Texas AG Ken Paxton accused Beto O'Rourke's Powered by People of deceptive fundraising. O'Rourke vowed to keep fighting and plans a Fort Worth rally.
The VA in North Texas is using a new algorithm to calculate the hours of in-home care that veterans receive.
The nonprofit employs men and women who have had past run-ins with the law to work as mentors for at-risk teens and young men.
Sidhartha "Sammy" Mukherjee and his wife Sunita became known for their Bollywood-style performances, became local celebrities, hosting parties and headlining music and cultural events.
On Thursday, the Texas House and Senate announced the creation of committees on disaster preparedness and flooding.
In what experts call "Flash Flood Alley," the terrain reacts quickly to rainfall steep slopes, rocky ground, and narrow riverbeds leave little time for warning.
Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson discusses the battle over the newly drawn Congressional maps in Texas. Her district would change dramatically and become a Republican-dominated one.
Legal historian Dr. Bill Chriss discusses what the Texas Constitution says about quorum-breaking and quorum-enforcing by legislators.
Democratic Congressman Marc Veasey discusses the fight over Congressional maps in Texas. His is among those that would change under the proposed maps. He also tells Jack Fink what his plans are moving forward.
It would be the first face-to-face meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and an American leader since former President Joe Biden met with Putin in June 2021.
Texas House Democrats who have left the state to block a vote on redistricting were hosted by California leaders on Friday.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
For the first time in more than 30 years, a Fort Worth community long considered a "health care desert" now has nearby access to basic medical care.
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Pepsi hops on another nutritional bandwagon as more consumers opt for prebiotic beverages.
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
A truck had smashed through the front of Bruno's Place, destroying much of the inside.
Kroger said it intentionally decreased prices, but some customers said the financial drop at the register went in a different direction.
Could the solution to school shootings be drone first responders? An Austin-based tech company thinks so and is testing them at a private high school in Aurora.
Located off the Guadalupe River in Historic Old Ingram Loop, the shop was once filled floor to with lighting, decor and trinkets.
They were already concerned about tariffs, but construction businesses in North Texas said they have new fears with the president's immigration crackdown.
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
Dallas was without rookie Paige Bueckers due to a back injury that required treatment when the teams met Tuesday in New York.
Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris Jr. is in stable condition after suffering a serious injury during Friday night's preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, the team said.
Having dealt with Jerry Jones in multiple rounds of high-profile contract negotiations, Prescott has played the proverbial game and lived to tell about it.
Jen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire in Major League Baseball when she works games this weekend between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
An ICE spokesperson ICE Assistant Secretary confirmed that Dean Cain will be sworn in as an honorary ICE officer in the coming month.
Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for more than three years, his family said.
The 2.73-mile course will weave through Arlington's core sports and entertainment district.
Oasis said that its members are "shocked and saddened" after a man fell to his death during a concert by the band at London's Wembley Stadium.
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
