Debate over SB4's legality plays out in lower Court of Appeals
Governor Abbott said he believes SB4 mirrors federal policy and Texas would just enforce what is already on the books.
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Governor Abbott said he believes SB4 mirrors federal policy and Texas would just enforce what is already on the books.
Gov. Abbott told CBS News Texas that the Supreme Court's ruling on SB4 is "consequential," and acknowledged the ruling isn't conclusive.
The 40-hour workweek has been standard in the U.S. for more than eight decades.
Mike Rawlings is now the National Convention Chair of No Labels, a centrist organization and movement that hopes to be on the ballot in Texas and 30 states in two months.
Governor Kristi Noem is now facing a lawsuit over her viral social media video promoting a cosmetic dental office in Texas.
President Biden and former President Donald Trump have amassed enough delegates to secure their party nominations, CBS News estimates.
The Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos raised questions and alarm across the country, including Texas.
Two different special counsels investigated President Biden and former President Donald Trump's handling of sensitive government documents.
Five Texas businesses are being sued by the Attorney General's Office.
SB4 is set to take effect on Wednesday.
President Biden used his State of the Union remarks on Thursday to forcefully call on Republican lawmakers in Congress to pass a bipartisan immigration compromise that stalled last month.
Law enforcement took more than an hour to get inside the classroom and kill the gunman, even as children inside the classrooms called 911, begging police to rescue them.
"Last year the Center for Missing and Exploited Children received 32 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation," Cornyn said.
Former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley's decision leaves Donald Trump as the last remaining major candidate for the 2024 Republican nomination.
The third most powerful Republican leader in the Texas Capitol is in a fight to save his political career.
There were hundreds of delegates up for grabs for both Democrats and Republicans on Super Tuesday.
Several party nominations are advancing to runoffs on May 28.
Depressed about a Biden-Trump rematch? Clashing with loved ones over politics? You're not alone. Here's how a happiness expert suggests navigating with less stress.
The ballot includes candidates for the U.S. Senate, the State Board of Education, the Railroad Commission, judicial seats, congressional and legislative offices, and, of course, the next president.
"We want our voters to be secure in the fact that their elections are not tampered with, that there's no fraud occurring."
The state law known as SB4 would empower Texas officials to stop, jail and prosecute migrants on state criminal charges of illegal entry or reentry.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
A senior U.S. official says Israel has essentially endorsed a framework of a proposed Gaza cease-fire and hostage release deal, and it is now up to Hamas to agree to it.
The former president toured Eagle Pass with Gov. Abbott on Thursday, meeting with border patrol agents and law enforcement, and was briefed on the state's operations.
The former president has said he would crack down on illegal immigration on his first day if elected and ramp up mass deportation efforts.
Texas voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 4, a $20 billion plan that would fund long-term water projects aimed at preventing future shortages.
The Watauga Police Department said a theft call from a Target store led them to more than $37,000 of stolen goods.
A ridge of high pressure will bring clear skies and above-average temperatures to North Texas all week long.
President Trump and both parties are drawing negative ratings for their handling of the government shutdown.
A majority of Americans think Trump's policies are bringing migrant crossings at U.S-Mexico border down.
Texas voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 4, a $20 billion plan that would fund long-term water projects aimed at preventing future shortages.
The Watauga Police Department said a theft call from a Target store led them to more than $37,000 of stolen goods.
A ridge of high pressure will bring clear skies and above-average temperatures to North Texas all week long.
President Trump and both parties are drawing negative ratings for their handling of the government shutdown.
A majority of Americans think Trump's policies are bringing migrant crossings at U.S-Mexico border down.
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.
Earlier this year, the department found that 55 cases filed from 2019 to 2022 were sitting open and unworked.
They are small and cheap, and they are turning legal rifles into illegal machine guns.
President Trump and both parties are drawing negative ratings for their handling of the government shutdown.
A majority of Americans think Trump's policies are bringing migrant crossings at U.S-Mexico border down.
With the change of clocks on Sunday comes renewed debate on whether to keep Daylight Saving Time. Also, Jack looks at efforts to close the Texas GOP primaries and the future of DART as cities consider pulling out.
Jack Fink speaks with both state Rep. James Talarico and former Rep. Colin Allred about the Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Rep. Jasmine Crockett may join the race as well.
The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) president called on Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government as soon as possible. Jack Fink spoke with TSA officer and local AFGE president Johnny Jones about the impact. Also, people who rely on SNAP to buy groceries may struggle to put enough food on the table this month as funding remains in dispute amid the shutdown.
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.
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.
It's the viral video seen across the country showing a 10-year-old Lavon girl saving her choking brother.
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.
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
A late penalty and missed field goal opened the door for SMU's comeback in a chaotic fourth quarter
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis will miss Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City due to a left leg injury.
Anthony Cirelli scored in overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 2-1 win over the Dallas Stars.
Cole Koeninger, an 18-year-old senior at Keller High School, will play baseball at the University of Tennessee, with dreams of MLB stardom.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Kim Kardashian revealed she was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm and appeared to blame stress. Doctors say stress isn't usually a direct cause, but can influence risk factors.
Another Taylor Sheridan show is filming in Downtown Fort Worth this week, prompting road closures. Here's when.
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.
