Former anesthesiologist found guilty of tampering with IV bags sentenced to prison

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/20 6:08A Sophia Beausoleil and Frank Hein

A former Dallas anesthesiologist found guilty earlier this year of tampering with IV bags has been sentenced to 190 years behind bars. Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz was accused of injecting heart-stopping drugs...

Blown-over 18-wheelers close two major highways in North Texas

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/18 9:00A Steven Rosenbaum

DENTON Severe storms on Monday morning closed two major highways in North Texas. The southbound lanes of I-35 are shut down at Milam Road in Denton after two 18-wheeler trucks were blown over. The...

Civil trial for Amber Guyger set to begin Monday for her role in Botham Jean's death

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/17 11:52P NBCDFW Staff

The civil trial for former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger who was convicted of shooting and killing Botham Jean in his own apartment begins on Monday morning. It’s been more than six years since  Botham Jean was shot and killed in his Dallas...

Texas lawmakers file a slew of new bills proposing education funding changes, school choice

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/16 11:00P Jack Fink

Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath tells CBS News Texas he opposes changing a model of how schools are funded in the state. The European Union Ambassador to the United States says Texas could soon benefit from additional sales of...

Holiday happenenings and family fun events across North Texas in 2024

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/14 9:49A Laura Harris and NBCDFW Staff

Thanksgiving marks the traditional kickoff of the holiday season but many North Texas cities start their Christmas and holiday events in November. We’ve compiled a list of all the events where you can...

Collin County elections administrator retires after 44 years of service

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/14 7:01A Sara Diaz-Maldonado

Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbert says he s ready to retire after 44 years of service in elections. Sherbert s long election career began in 1980 as a voter registration supervisor. He then became the elections administrator...

More than two dozen DFW restaurants honored at first-ever Michelin Ceremony

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/12 3:28A Candace Sweat

It’s a first for Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants. The Michelin Guide Texas was released , highlighting the best dining experiences in the metroplex and beyond. To receive a coveted mention in its annual series of restaurant guides is an honor many...

Dallas Children's Advocacy Center kicks off ‘Holiday of Hope' toy drive

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/12 3:11A Alanna Quillen

It s that time of year for giving back. You can help spread a little cheer this holiday season for children who need something to brighten their days. The Dallas Children s Advocacy Center has launched its annual Holiday of Hope toy drive. For...

A look at what's next after Trump, Cruz win big for GOP in Texas

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/9 11:00P Jack Fink

Big Republican victories send former President Donald Trump back to the White House and Senator Ted Cruz back to the U.S. Capitol for a third six-year term. A look at the historic margin of victory for Trump in Texas. Jack Fink speaks with two of...

3 candidates in Texas vie for Colin Allred's 32nd congressional district seat in 2024 election

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/4 11:00P Doug Myers

NORTH TEXAS Three candidates are vying in a high-stakes battle for Texas' 32nd congressional district seat. The House seat became open when Rep. Colin Allred elected to run against U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz for Cruz' seat in the 2024 election. Democrat...

Voters decide on 3 Texas House seats that could impact Gov. Abbott's school voucher program

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/4 11:00P ShaCamree Gowdy

DALLAS Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's 2023 School Choice Plan is an issue voters in the state are considering as they cast their ballots in the 2024 election . The plan's outcome could heavily depend on who wins three Texas House seats for districts...

When do Texas polls open and close for Election Day 2024?

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 11/4 2:23A Julia Falcon

Texas voters are casting their ballots on Tuesday to choose a president, a senator , state representatives and more. Here's a look at when polls open and close on Election Day in Texas. What time do Texas polls open on Election Day? Polls in...

‘Pillows, blankets, air mattress': Teacher accused of ‘grooming' teen, having sleepover at school

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 11/1 12:23A Maria Guerrero

Disturbing accusations have been leveled against a middle school coach accused of carrying on an inappropriate relationship with a student in Balch Springs. Balch Springs police say ‘disturbing’ surveillance video inside A.C. New Middle School in...

Collin County man ticketed for honking horn at deputy

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 10/30 3:21A Kelsy Mittauer

A Collin County man is facing an extremely rare traffic citation after an encounter that was caught on video. Marshall Petre said when he merged onto Highway 75 near McKinney, he did not see any signs of traffic, trouble, emergencies - or a...

History made as Dallas County appoints new chief medical examiner

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 10/29 10:05A Lauren Harper

Dallas County has appointed Dr. Jessica Dwyer to lead the Dallas County Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences (SWIFS) . SWIFS comprises the Dallas County Medical Examiner s Office and Criminal Investigation Laboratory. Dwyer will be the...