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Residents push for safety fix at crash-prone Dallas intersection

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Residents push for safety fix at crash-prone Dallas intersection

Neighbors near the intersection say speeding and poor visibility have led to dozens of crashes — and they're voting on a redesign.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 1h

Multiple airports refuse to play DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown
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Multiple airports refuse to play DHS video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

The partisan message in the video, featuring DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, goes against policies and regulations, some airports say.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 2h

Trump administration revokes 6 visas over comments about Charlie Kirk

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/trump-administration-revokes-visas-charlie-kirk/

Trump administration revokes 6 visas over comments about Charlie Kirk

The State Department said Tuesday it has revoked six people's visas for making incendiary social media comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 4h

Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead and other metals, Consumer Reports finds https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/protein-powders-shakes-lead-consumer-reports/

Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead and other metals, Consumer Reports finds

Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 5h

Keller detective left 55 cases unworked, including child sex assault, internal probe reveals

Earlier this year, the department found that 55 cases filed from 2019 to 2022 were sitting open and unworked.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 5h

Former North Texas coach sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation involving over 100 minors, authorities say

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Former North Texas coach sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation involving over 100 minors, authorities say

Authorities say the former coach used threats, encryption, and social media to coerce minors into producing explicit content.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 6h

Dallas police exceed hiring goals as city weighs crime response, helicopter purchase
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Dallas police exceed hiring goals as city weighs crime response, helicopter purchase

DPD reports drop in violent crime and improved response times; recruitment efforts praised during public safety meeting.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 7h

President Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom — the government's highest civilian honor — to conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on Tuesday, over a month after he was fatally shot on a Utah college campus. https://cbsloc.al/42EZmOL

cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 8h

Freedman's Cemetery vandalized in Dallas; city adds security, limits access hours

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/freedmans-cemetery-vandalism-dallas-security-access-hours/

Freedman's Cemetery vandalized in Dallas; city adds security, limits access hours

City officials confirm handcrafted plaques were stolen from Freedman's Memorial Cemetery, prompting overnight closures and new surveillance measures.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 9h

After rocky season, Mavericks double down on Jason Kidd with multi-year contract extension

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 9h

Collin County teacher charged with felony assault after alleged classroom incident with 5-year-old, report states

The teacher claims in an arrest report that she didn't cause the injuries that the school district and the child's parents reported to authorities.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 9h

Two men charged with capital murder after triple homicide in Dallas, police say

Two men found in Houston have been charged with murder after three people were found dead outside a home on Bernal Drive in Dallas earlier this month.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 11h

Lancaster High School assistant band director arrested on felony child sex charge, district says

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Lancaster High School assistant band director arrested on felony child sex charge, district says

The educator was placed on leave after being charged with indecency with a child. The district says it is cooperating with police and offering support to families.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 13h

A Princeton man was sentenced to life in prison after he was convicted of indecency with a child, according to Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis.

Collin County man sentenced to life in prison for indecency with a child

David Sanchez, 66, was found guilty of two counts of indecency with a child by sexual contact.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 15h

R&B legend D'Angelo has died, his family confirmed to CBS News on Tuesday. The singer, whose real name was Michael D'Angelo Archer, was 51.

D'Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer, dies of cancer at 51

D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 16h

"The families who lost their precious daughters deserve answers, as do all Texans, on exactly what happened on July 4th," Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said.

Texas lawmakers appointed to investigate Hill Country floods that killed 130 people

The Texas Senate and House committees will examine the facts and circumstances surrounding the deadly flooding.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 17h

The Supreme Court turned away an appeal by Alex Jones over a $1.4 billion defamation judgment for his false claims that a 2012 school shooting was a hoax.

Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' appeal of $1.4 billion defamation judgment in Sandy Hook case

The Supreme Court turned away an appeal by Alex Jones over a $1.4 billion defamation judgment for his false claims that a 2012 school shooting was a hoax.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 18h

Winds will remain light today, with sunny skies, and highs in the upper 80s.

Dry conditions, above average temperatures stick around North Texas through the weekend

Winds will remain light today, with sunny skies, and highs in the upper 80s.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 18h

A new report says more people are concerned about the price of gifts this holiday season and expect to take on debt for those gifts.

Survey says shoppers are concerned about the price of holiday gifts

Bankrate says more people are concerned about the price of gifts and expect to take on debt for gifts.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 20h

October is Menopause Awareness Month, bringing awareness to women going through its challenges.

October is Menopause Awareness Month: What to know

Menopause Awareness Month is in October. Here's what women need to know about menopause and its phases.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 21h

Dallas' home opener Tuesday night against Minnesota will be Gulutzan's first behind the Stars bench at American Airlines Center since the 2012-13 season finale.

Dallas Stars go into home opener 2-0 with Glen Gulutzan as he returns to the American Airlines Center

Dallas' home opener Tuesday night against Minnesota will be Gulutzan's first behind the Stars bench at American Airlines Center since the 2012-13 season finale.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 22h

As Israel and Hamas implement the first phase of a Gaza peace plan, questions remain unanswered over what comes next.

What's next in the Gaza peace plan after Israeli hostages released, Palestinian prisoners freed

As Israel and Hamas implement the first phase of a Gaza peace plan, questions remain unanswered over what comes next.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 23h

Daikerlyn Gonzalez is accused of colliding with 18-year-old Ava Moore while riding erratically on a personal watercraft on Lake Grapevine back in May. The Air Force cadet died.

Undocumented woman charged in kayaker's death expected in Texas court Tuesday

Daikerlyn Gonzalez, 21, is accused of colliding with 18-year-old Ava Moore while riding erratically on a personal watercraft on Lake Grapevine back in May. The Air Force cadet died. Gonzalez faces up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 1d

TxDOT displaying "walking billboards" at dangerous intersections

Statistics from the Texas Department of Transportation show that pedestrian deaths make up 1 in 6 traffic deaths in Texas.

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cbstexas.bsky.social @cbstexas.bsky.social · 1d

Cowboys fans are once again grappling with frustration after a devastating loss to former teammate Rico Dowdle and the Panthers on Sunday.

Cowboys fans wish Jerry Jones a happy birthday — and for a better defense | Armchair Quarterback

Cowboys fans are once again grappling with frustration after a devastating loss to former teammate Rico Dowdle and the Panthers on Sunday.

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