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Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says

The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo have died after powerful twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said on Sunday. Trejo, who plays for Club Sport Maritimo La Guaira

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 30, 2026 · local

Iran calls Strait of Hormuz situation "sensitive and complex"

The United States says delegates will be in Qatar Tuesday to discuss terms of the tentative deal to end the war. But as soon as the announcement was made on Monday, Iran's foreign ministry denied tha

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 30, 2026 · local

Knockout match Tuesday at Dallas Stadium

Dallas Stadium will host a knockout match between the Ivory Coast and Norway on Tuesday.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 30, 2026 · local

Gracie the giraffe is finally home

The Real County sheriff confirmed Gracie was loaded onto a trailer and is now back at her home at Cedar Hollow Ranch. The missing giraffe was found about 4 miles from the ranch on Friday. It then took

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 30, 2026 · parks

Dusty May introduced as new Dallas Mavericks head coach, says he's ready for NBA challenge

Dusty May's only dream growing up was coaching high school basketball in his home state of Indiana.That's not to say he isn't ready for the jump from college to the NBA with the Dallas Mavericks after

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · schools

GOP Reps from AG Paxton's home turf originally campaigned against him, now they back him, here's why

Representatives Matt Shaheen of Prosper and Jeff Leach of Allen are from Collin County, Attorney General Ken Paxton's home turf. They both had butted heads with Paxton ever since they were among the 6

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · government

Arrest made in crash that killed two bicyclists in December 2025

Pilot Point police announce an arrest in the crash that killed two bicyclists in December 2025. Scott Mages and Andre Kocher, two members of the Frisco Triathlon Club, were killed in the crash while

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Two Texas law enforcement officers killed while directing traffic in a 24 hour span

Two Texas law enforcement officers were killed while directing traffic in a 24-hour span. In Mabank, Fire Chief and police officer Charlie Woodard, and in Houston, 24-year-old Montgomery County Sherif

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Mabank mourns loss of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard after a truck hit him while directing rodeo traffic

Police say Chief Charlie Woodard was directing traffic when a truck struck him Saturday night after the event. Woodard served many roles; he was a former police officer, a baseball coach to some and

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Machete-wielding man shot and killed by neighbor in Fort Worth

A Fort Worth ring camera captured the moments before a man wielding a machete was shot and killed by a resident. Police did not arrest the resident for the shooting.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Addison Kaboom Town 2026: what to know before you go

Heading to Addison's Kaboom Town this week? About 500,000 people are expected for one of the nation's top fireworks shows.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Staying hydrated on GLP1s as summer heats up

While the diabetes and weight-loss drugs don't directly cause dehydration, side effects like diarrhea and nausea cause the body to lose water and by not eating and drinking as much.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Heat and humidity build in North Texas throughout the week

A plume of Saharan Dust has arrived in North Texas, which will make for some lightly hazy skies and a colorful sunset.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

3 federal wildland firefighters killed battling Cottonwood fire

High heat, strong winds and low humidity are fueling deadly wildfires along the Colorado-Utah border

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Teams from around the world join search and rescue operations in Venezuela

Search crews and residents are combing through what's left of buildings leveled by powerful back-to-back earthquakes five days ago.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Supreme Court immigration rulings reshape asylum, birthright citizenship

Immigration attorneys say the rapid changes are creating uncertainty for families and legal advocates alike.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Supreme Court issues split rulings on Trump's firing power, mail ballots

The U.S. Supreme Court handed down a series of major rulings, delivering both wins and losses for President Trump. Justices limited his ability to immediately remove a Federal Reserve governor, allowe

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Memorial Highway sign honors fallen Fort Worth police officer

"Today is much more than a sign unveiling," said Eddie Garcia, Fort Worth Police Chief. "It's about ensuring that the name of a fallen Fort Worth police officer, who dedicated his life to serving othe

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Team Ivory Coast's travel suits turning heads

The Ivory Coast team is getting attention for their custom travel suits. Look at these tie-die orange jackets with an elephant sequined on the back. The elephant is the national animal of the Ivory Co

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Mavs introduce Dusty May, 11th head coach in team history

May says he has already spoken to the entire team, and with guys like Cooper Flagg and Morez Johnson, he says this team can contend sooner rather than later.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Son of official assassinated by infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar is named Colombia's next interior minister

Colombian hard-right president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella on Friday named a former lawmaker whose father was killed by infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar as his future interior minister. De la Espr

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Lo Celso, Messi lead Argentina past Jordan to complete perfect group stage

Giovani Lo Celso became the first Argentine player other than Lionel Messi to score in this World Cup as the defending champions completed a three‑game sweep of the group stage with a 3-1 win over Jor

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

No rain in the forecast as temperatures peak into triple-digits by end of week in North Texas

Expect the dry weather to continue through Friday, July 3, with just a slim 10% chance of a shower on July 4.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Memorial highway sign unveiled in honor of fallen Fort Police officer

Family and friends gathered along Northwest Loop 820, just east of the Marine Creek Parkway ramp, to see the sign honoring Hank Nava Jr. He died in 2005 after being shot while trying to serve a warran

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Search for missing man ends after body recovered at Benbrook Lake, officials say

In a statement, Texas Game Wardens said the man was recovered around 9 a.m. on Monday, June 29. Texas Parks and Wildlife said it would not release identifying information to respect the wishes of his

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · parks

Klyde Warren Park officials announce expansion plans

Officials said the expansion will feature a multi-use green space designed for festivals, markets and celebrations. During the winter months, the space will transform into an outdoor ice-skating rink,

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · parks

Hot, humid and windy conditions expected ahead and on Fourth of July

The above-average temperatures and feels-like temperatures in the triple digits continue this week. High pressure will continue to dominate the weather pattern, keeping the heat in place.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Klyde Warren Park to expand by nearly two acres

According to the park's website, the Klyde Warren will be expanded west over Woodall Rodgers Freeway. Plans include a two-story glass-and-steel pavilion with event space for concerts, festivals, marke

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · parks

CDC raising response to Ebola outbreak to the highest level

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is now the third-largest outbreak ever recorded globally. More than 1,000 cases have been confirmed, and nearly 300 people have died.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Uber announces stricter background check for drivers, couriers

Uber announced it’s expanding the list of criminal offenses that permanently disqualify someone from being a driver or a courier. This comes following an investigation published by the New York Times,

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

U.S. and Iran trade new strikes over weekend; no date set for peace talks to resume

Iran threatened a "complete halt" to negotiations with the U.S. and attacked Bahrain and Kuwait after being struck by U.S. missiles Sunday.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Venezuela death toll rises as search for earthquake survivors enters 3rd day

The situation is growing more desperate by the hour in Venezuela as people dig through the rubble of collapsed homes and apartment buildings three days after twin earthquakes struck the country. Jorge

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

AAA expected record holiday travel numbers as gas prices drop ahead of July Fourth

AAA is estimating that more than 60 million people will drive to their destinations to celebrate the Fourth of July.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Video shows U.S. rescue team pulling mother, 9-month-old baby from collapse building in Venezuela

A mother and her nine-month-old baby were pulled from the rubble of a collapsed building in Venezuela by a U.S. search and rescue team assisting in the aftermath of dual earthquakes that have killed m

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Neighbor fatally shoots man who was allegedly dragging woman, Fort Worth police say

Police said a man and a woman were having a verbal and physical argument. Witnesses said that the man was dragging the woman down the street with a machete in his hand. Neighbors heard the woman screa

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

Keller Central wins Texas State 7-on-7 Championship

Keller Central hasn't won a football playoff game, but they are now Texas 7-on-7 state champions.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

After devastating floods, Texas Hill Country Little League is back

With so much else to rebuild, a baseball season in 2026 seemed like more than a dream.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

North Texas could hit 100 degrees before Fourth of July

Triple-digit heat is on the way. See when North Texas could hit 100° and what to expect for July 4th.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

North Texans rally to help victims of Venezuela earthquake

Millions of Venezuelans have been affected by the earthquakes that struck the country earlier this week. The devastation is so extensive that Venezuelans in North Texas have stepped up to help.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

I-Team finds money meant to feed hungry kids paid for golf, jewelry, reality TV

Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Search for missing man at Benbrook Lake continues

Texas Game Wardens say the incident is one of several serious cases statewide this weekend and are urging boaters to review safety rules as summer activity increases.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · local

Mabank Fire Chief struck and killed while directing traffic at rodeo, officials say

Authorities are investigating after the Mabank Fire Chief was struck and killed while directing traffic at a community rodeo Saturday night, officials said.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 29, 2026 · safety

North Texas is hot and getting hotter

The hot, humid, and windy weather will continue through the end of the month. A ridge will continue to bring the heat through next weekend. This will allow conditions to stay mostly dry and temperatur

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

Fans celebrate as Messi sets another World Cup record

Argentina fans are riding high!

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

Dallas community gathers donations for Venezuela

North Texans are working to provide any kind of help for those hurt and harmed by powerful and deadly earthquakes that have ravaged parts of Venezuela. Dozens of volunteers gathered at Salsa Roja to

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

Trump vows more Iran strikes as tensions escalate in Middle East

President Trump said the U.S. military will "complete the job" if Iran fails to comply with a ceasefire agreement, as tensions in the Middle East continued to rise.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · safety

Search for missing man at Benbrook Lake

Search crews were back out on Benbrook Lake, looking for a man who’s been missing for more than 24 hours.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · local

2 shot outside South Dallas gas station

The Dallas Police Department is investigating another deadly shooting along Linfield Road that unfolded half a day after another similar incident.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · safety

Mabank Fire Chief struck and killed, officials say

Authorities are investigating after the Mabank Fire Chief was struck and killed while directing traffic at a community rodeo Saturday night, officials said.

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · safety

Trump delays signing housing bill, but it could still become law

A major bipartisan housing affordability bill is headed toward becoming law — even without President Trump's signature. The legislation would boost homebuilding, limit some corporate home buying, expa

CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW · Jun 28, 2026 · parks

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