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"Hand of God" ball up for auction
Forty years ago, Diego Maradona scored the goal against England off what looked like a header. It was declared a goal by the ref, but what he missed, other saw, a short time later it was determined maradona used his hand. Just four minutes later, using the same ball, Maradona came back and s...
Crash on northbound Highway 67 involving police squad car
An accident involving a Dallas police squad car has shut down the northbound Highway 67 near Red Bird Lane in Dallas.
Fort Worth city leaders propose tighter restrictions on data centers
Data centers aren't new in Fort Worth: there are 4. The first one was built in 2000. The city leaders' recommendations are expected to go before a full council vote on Aug. 11.
High heat, humidity continues after DFW records first official 100-degree day; storms possible over weekend
North Texas has a slight chance of an isolated shower or thunderstorm this afternoon, with rain chances around 20%. Most activity will remain along and east of the I-35 corridor, with the best chances across East Texas. While coverage will be limited, a few storms could produce gusty winds, frequ...
Plano elementary teacher arrested on child sex abuse charge, officials say
An elementary school teacher for the Plano Independent School District has been arrested on a charge of continuous abuse of a child, according to a statement from the district. Plano Police Department Plano police said they arrested 64-year-...
Salvation Army, Reliant Energy help provide heat relief for North Texans
Volunteers gave fans and supplies to Dallas residents at one of the Salvation Army's cooling stations. Those cooling stations are open across North Texas daily now, and provide food, water, and cool shelter to anyone who needs it.
Plano ISD teacher arrested for sexually abusing a child, officials say
An elementary school teacher for the Plano Independent School District has been arrested on a charge of continuous abuse of a child, according to a statement from the district.
Houston man calls for transparency after ICE agents shot and kill his father
A Mexican national fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston had no criminal convictions during his decades living in the U.S. and was driving a crew to a homebuilding site when he was killed, his family and a Texas congresswoman said Wednesday.
Victim has throat slashed by unknown suspect in East Dallas
Police are looking for an unknown suspect who slashed the throat of a man in East Dallas early Wednesday morning.
World Cup 2026: Dozens arrested during matches in Arlington
Nearly 70,000 fans have descended upon Dallas Stadium in Arlington for each of the 2026 World Cup matches, but only a handful have found themselves on the wrong side of the law.
104-year-old's tips for life: "I eat whatever I want."
"I eat whatever I want, I have no rules, I eat when I'm ready," said 104-year-old Dorris Hill.
Cantina Laredo chef shares cochinita pibil recipe, Tex-Mex tips
Why do World Cup visitors keep falling in love with Tex-Mex? Chef Rambo Salcido of Cantina Laredo shares the story behind authentic cochinita pibil, plus his tips for making the slow-cooked yucatán favorite at home.
North Texas woman pleads guilty in unlicensed German Shepherd breeding facility case
Kristine Hicks of Cumby pleaded guilty to wire fraud for running an unlicensed North Texas breeding facility where she sold unhealthy German Shepherds using falsified papers, leaving dozens of animals in deplorable conditions.
U.S.-Iran Latest: U.S. launches more strikes against Iran after Trump says ceasefire is "over"
The U.S. began a second night of strikes against Iranian targets late Wednesday, following Iranian attacks on commercial oil tankers.
Dallas nonprofit works to bring "good manners" back
Once upon a time, dinner was an event: no paper bags or phones in sight. Now, a Dallas-based nonprofit is working to bring back manners
Crowley water main break leads to boil water notice
There is a boil water notice in place in Crowley because of a water main break that caused the water supply to residents to drop to critical levels.
Affordable home upgrades when selling your house
Real estate advisor Devyn Kern says it doesn't have to be as complex or as expensive as having the most updated kitchen or the most modern renovation.
Hot, dry conditions continue in North Texas
Overnight, skies will become mostly clear with warm conditions continuing. Temperatures will fall into the middle 70s with light southerly winds.
CBS Texas Meteorologist rides Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags is ready to unleash Tormenta, the tallest, longest and first-ever giga dive coaster.
Toyota to shift production of Tacoma from Mexico to Texas
The Japanese automaker plans to invest $3.6 billion to double the size of its San Antonio plant.
Former Bucknell University coach charged with hazing in student's death
Prosecutors allege the coach overworked the athlete, despite knowing he had a medical condition that put him at risk.
Mavs announce multi-year partnership with JPMorgan Chase
The bank's logo will be prominently featured as the "official" patch on the team jersey.
Texas Stock Exchange comes into focus
Systems testing started earlier this week and will continue until Friday when the exchange in Dallas starts live trading.
U.S. military begins another round of strikes on Iran, CENTCOM says
The U.S. has launched a new round of strikes on Iran, U.S. Central Command announced late Wednesday night local time.
Plano ISD elementary school teacher charged with sexual assault of a child
Police say a Plano ISD teacher was arrested on Wednesday after continuously sexually abusing a child at the elementary school he worked at.
Fort Worth considers data center zoning rules in response to residents' concerns
The Fort Worth Zoning Commission is moving to regulate data centers near neighborhoods, proposing strict noise and distance barriers to protect residents' quality of life.
Trackdown: 3 masked men murder innocent bystander in Pleasant Grove after targeting someone else
Dallas Police are searching for three suspects from a June 9 shooting in Pleasant Grove who killed an innocent man while initially targeting someone else.
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Book Bingo Is Back — and This Summer’s Board Is Our Best Yet
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How Dave Kielich Builds Teamwork Through Strong Leadership
Parks Supervisor Dave Kielich has been honored with the Community Services Director’s Award for his leadership, teamwork and dedication to Southlake’s parks. Source
Stocks slump, oil surges after Trump says Iran ceasefire is over
Stocks tumbled on Wednesday after President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is "over" and that it is "a waste of time dealing with them." Oil prices jumped 6% on concerns that a re-escalation of hostilities would jeopardize the flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz.Mr. Trump's remarks come ...
How the trial of Johnson County Sheriff Adam King ended in a mistrial after weeks of testimony
After nearly three weeks of testimony, the trial of Johnson County Sheriff Adam King ended in a mistrial Tuesday night after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict following two days of deliberations.On Tuesday afternoon, the judge issued an Allen charge, supplemental instructions encour...
Gangs may be using rideshare apps to smuggle people into country, Border Patrol says
Gangs might be using rideshare apps to help smuggle people into the country, according to officials.
Sons of Mexican man killed by ICE officer in Houston demand independent investigation
A Mexican national fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston had no criminal convictions during his decades living in the U.S. and was driving a crew to a homebuilding site when he was killed, his family and a Texas congresswoman said Wednesday.Lorenzo Salgado Arau...
Teacher-led commission aims to move Texas to head of the class
A newly launched commission aims to see Texas move to the head of the class when it comes to education.
Salvation Army opens cooling stations across North Texas as heat index spikes
The Salvation Army of North Texas has activated 13 cooling and hydration stations across five counties to protect vulnerable residents from dangerous triple-digit temperatures.
Study ranks Frisco as the luckiest lottery city in Texas ahead of National Lottery Day
A new study ranks Frisco as the luckiest city in Texas for July 17 lottery wins, with a local Circle K named the luckiest retail location in the United States.
Man shot multiple times at Arlington GM plant parking lot; suspect arrested after calling 911, police say
A man was transported to the hospital after being shot multiple times in the parking lot of a GM plant in Arlington early Tuesday morning, the police department confirmed.According to Arlington Police, at about 6:35 a.m., officers were called to the parking lot of the GM plant in the 2500 block o...
Houston ICE shooting: Family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, activists call for transparency
Family and activists are speaking out following the deadly shooting of a man in Houston by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
19-year-old suspect wanted for February shooting, killing of woman in Dallas, police say
The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a 19-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a February shooting that left a 24-year-old woman dead. DPD said Jordan Hooker is the third suspect wanted for murder in the shooting and killing of Kayli Lopez. He's described...