Hidden Bond Conditions Putting Texas Domestic Violence Victims In Danger
While awaiting trial, Kevin Wilson was released on bond. The conditions of his bond included "do not contact the victim, Erica Wilson, in any manner."
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While awaiting trial, Kevin Wilson was released on bond. The conditions of his bond included "do not contact the victim, Erica Wilson, in any manner."
The device developed at UT Dallas works similar to a breathalyzer, but uses a person's saliva.
On Tuesday, the district announced it will not pursue any partnerships made possible under law recently passed by the Texas Legislature.
Among the new laws is one that allows licensed handgun holders to legally carry in places of worship.
"We are finally free of the chains that prohibited us from selling beer to go," said Brad Mall, owner of Oak Highlands Brewery in Dallas.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed a new secretary of state after his previous elections chief resigned amid backlash for wrongly questioning the U.S. citizenship of tens of thousands of voters.
Before 22 people were gunned down at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas Republicans went to the Capitol this year with their eyes on new, more lenient gun laws.
The law bans government entities from taking "adverse action" over an individual or organization's affiliation to a religious organization.
District attorneys in at least four Texas counties say they'll stop accepting misdemeanor marijuana cases until the problem is fixed.
The new Texas law legalizing hemp, distinguishes hemp from marijuana by defining it as cannabis with less than .3 percent THC. The problem is most crime labs can't tell how much THC is in a product.
Rep. Stickland posted on Facebook Monday he is leaving elected office after eight years to focus on his family, his church and his business.
Governor Abbott signed the bill in Houston, where the Category 4 hurricane dumped more than 50 inches of rain.
Lawmakers who worked on the overhaul say veteran educators will see an average pay hike of roughly $4,000.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick told CBS 11 the new legislation will increase training for teachers and other educators to identify students in need and then connect them to experts.
Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a bill aimed at eliminating the backlog of thousands of untested rape kits in Texas.
Governor Abbott will sign five bills passed by the Texas Legislature during the session that ended last week.
According to the new law banning the red light cameras, cities are allowed to keep using them until their current contract expires.
David Whitley's new job as a special adviser will reportedly pay him a salary of $205,000.
Gov. Greg Abbott tweeted "It's Gonna Happen! " after the legislation passed unanimously in the House. The measure also passed in the Senate back in April.
Texas lawmakers wrapped up the 86th Legislative Session Monday after approving a school finance reform bill that both parties described as "transformative."
"I built a bridge for opposing voices to engage in dialogue to improve election integrity and access," Whitley said in his resignation letter.
The proposal for a safe gun storage public service campaign came after the Santa Fe High School shooting.
Texas' embattled elections chief who wrongly questioned the U.S. citizenship of tens of thousands of voters was on the brink of losing his job Sunday.
The Texas Legislature approved a sweeping bipartisan school finance bill that brings an extra $4.5 billion into classrooms and pours $1.6 billion toward teacher raises, and they also passed a property tax reform package.
Teacher salaries in Texas are currently about $7,000 below the national average, according to the National Education Association.
Southwest Airlines will soon require travelers who don't fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance, part of a string of recent changes the carrier is making.
Sunday night, Newsom's press office posted on X that Dallas' murder rate is nearly twice that of LA.
Before Nicolasa Gomez Fernandez ever arrived in the U.S., her host family had a surprise in the works to make her "Sweet 16" birthday unforgettable.
The company that employed the driver in a crash that killed five people in Terrell has a history of violations.
Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot will be an estimated $815 million, the game's seventh biggest, with an approximate cash value of $367.9 million, after no one won Monday's $750 million grand prize.
Southwest Airlines will soon require travelers who don't fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance, part of a string of recent changes the carrier is making.
Sunday night, Newsom's press office posted on X that Dallas' murder rate is nearly twice that of LA.
Before Nicolasa Gomez Fernandez ever arrived in the U.S., her host family had a surprise in the works to make her "Sweet 16" birthday unforgettable.
The company that employed the driver in a crash that killed five people in Terrell has a history of violations.
Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot will be an estimated $815 million, the game's seventh biggest, with an approximate cash value of $367.9 million, after no one won Monday's $750 million grand prize.
The company that employed the driver in a crash that killed five people in Terrell has a history of violations.
Even though the project was first proposed 57 years ago, construction hasn't started on the Marvin Nichols Reservoir.
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.
Sunday night, Newsom's press office posted on X that Dallas' murder rate is nearly twice that of LA.
A recent poll shows the race is getting tighter between Paxton and Cornyn.
House Democrats who broke quorum are facing thousands of dollars in fines.
President Trump signed an executive order that seeks to go after people who burn the American flag.
Ex-Mexican cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada Garcia pleaded guilty Monday to federal charges related to his role as a co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel.
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.
Target CEO Brian Cornell, who helped reenergize the company but has struggled to turn around weak sales in a more competitive retail landscape since the COVID pandemic, plans to step down Feb. 1.
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.
Cooper Lutkenhaus, the 16-year-old record-breaking sensation in the 800 meters, became one of the youngest American runners to turn pro by signing with Nike on Monday.
The Dallas Cowboys have activated cornerback Trevon Diggs off the physically unable to perform list.
Veronica Burton had 25 points, 13 assists and a career-high four blocks and the Golden State Valkyries beat Dallas 90-81, sending the Wings to their fifth straight loss.
Rowdy Tellez and Joc Pederson homered as the Rangers beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-0 to sweep their three-game series.
Former NBA star Shawn Kemp has been sentenced in a 2023 shooting incident in a mall parking lot.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans — or businesses clamoring for a piece of the action.
Taylor Swift shared several details about her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," on a special episode of "New Heights," the podcast hosted by her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his brother, Jason Kelce.
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.
