Re-elected Mansfield mayor says "People are tired of the uber partisanship"
Evans said voters like the direction of the city and pushed back against partisan politics being a part of the campaign.
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Evans said voters like the direction of the city and pushed back against partisan politics being a part of the campaign.
It's been five years since state lawmakers increased the per-student funding for public schools.
The Texas Democratic Party chairman told CBS News Texas that Democrats are considering taking legal action against the state to keep the education savings account bill from taking effect.
Texas lawmakers passed the legislation on April 24 with a vote of 19-12.
The controversial school choice bill allows for taxpayer money to be used to help qualifying students pay for private school tuition.
It was approved nearly one week ago by the House in a historic vote.
CBS News Texas followed various lawmakers throughout the day of the vote for SB2, including nearly 11 hours of debate over the bill.
Democrats in the House are now looking to the next election, where they hope Republicans will pay a political price.
The school choice bill was passed in an 85-62 vote early Thursday morning. The vote took place just after 2 a.m. Thursday, after the House heard 44 amendment proposals to the bill.
The House will take a final vote later on Thursday. The bill will then go to the Texas Senate.
Abbott told CBS News Texas what his message was to the House GOP Caucus.
Texas lawmakers are slated to vote on the proposed school choice bill on Wednesday. Gov. Greg Abbott spoke to CBS News Texas' Jack Fink before heading into the legislative session.
There's talk a Republican lawmaker will propose an amendment that would require a voter referendum.
Mark Terry, deputy executive director of the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association, talks with Lacey Beasley about the potential impact Texas' school choice bill will have on public schools.
If Texas's school choice bill is passed, it could send shockwaves through both public and private schools. Lacey Beasley learned that not all private schools in North Texas are 100% on board.
A bill that would spend $1 billion in tax dollars to send students to private schools in Texas is headed to the full House.
A bill that would spend $1 billion in tax dollars to send students to private schools in Texas is headed to the full House.
The bills will now head to the full House for consideration.
"The people who have shown up here represent thousands of people who don't want our tax dollars subsidizing, affluent private schools."
A group of Carrollton-Farmers Branch parents are calling for others to get out and vote after they say they were blindsided by the decision to close four schools within their district.
The House is adding language that the program will be capped for the first year to $1 billion.
A Texas House committee meeting on school choice scheduled for Tuesday was abruptly canceled and moved to Thursday.
Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and a Speaker of the Texas House held a joint news conference for the first time since 2019.
Gov. Abbott said he is proud the Texas House has the votes to pass the $1 billion plan to spend public tax money for students to attend private school.
Democrats at the state Capitol and other school choice opponents are raising concerns about the potential long-term cost of the program.
On Friday, the nonprofit learned its NEA grant is being terminated for not aligning with the Trump administration's priorities.
May is National Bike Month, and if you're a cyclist, a few events are coming up that you might want to know about.
The singer-songwriter always had a love and passion for music.
They were supposed to fly back to Texas on April 29, but extended their stay to see the white smoke — a gamble that paid off.
If the suspect isn't found within 10 months, the bail bond company will be liable for over $2 million.
On Friday, the nonprofit learned its NEA grant is being terminated for not aligning with the Trump administration's priorities.
May is National Bike Month, and if you're a cyclist, a few events are coming up that you might want to know about.
The singer-songwriter always had a love and passion for music.
They were supposed to fly back to Texas on April 29, but extended their stay to see the white smoke — a gamble that paid off.
If the suspect isn't found within 10 months, the bail bond company will be liable for over $2 million.
A Euless woman is advocating for a bill in the Texas Legislature after her husband's death.
Weber worries about who will carry on the fight for the next child.
The CBS News Texas I-Team has uncovered a pattern of complaints within the industry, and now the problem has caught the attention of Texas state lawmakers.
In exchange for tax breaks, nonprofit hospitals are supposed to help patients who can't afford their bills.
The CBS News Texas I-Team first discovered what's now known as a "traveling HFC" in 2023.
Jack Fink talks with TX Rep. Chris Turner and finds out why he thinks the Texas Lottery should be saved, and his opposition to a bill that could change how DART is funded.
DART leaders respond after Republican Texas Rep. Matt Shaheen of Prosper files a bill that would redistribute funding for DART.
Republican Texas Senator Paul Bettencourt of Houston tells Jack Fink about the property tax relief deal for homeowners and businesses in the state.
Republican Texas Rep. Matt Shaheen of Prosper tells Jack Fink how his bill would redistribute funding for DART. They also discuss why he supports abolishing the Texas Lottery.
Acting FEMA Administrator David Richardson warns FEMA personnel in first all-hands meeting, saying "I and I alone speak for FEMA."
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.
"It starts with a single step and it starts with a single workout."
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
At least 94,000 Texans have been impacted to date.
The SharkNinja pressure cookers, sold at retailers including Walmart and Amazon, have sparked 26 lawsuits after reports of burn injuries.
A Denton County adult has been diagnosed with the measles, officials announced Wednesday.
The airport is projected to handle 100 million passengers by the end of this decade.
A Texas judge has thrown out a federal rule that would have capped credit card late fees.
Nvidia announced Monday morning that it wants to build two factories in Texas — one in Houston and one in Dallas.
Economic impact anticipated as Paige Bueckers joins the Wings, Boosting Local DFW Economy
P. Wade Ross leads a group of Black farmers and ranchers who are used to losing some---and, then, losing some. Now, they are hoping for a win.
Tarik Skubal struck out a season-high 12 and carried a perfect game into the sixth inning as the Detroit Tigers extended their winning streak to five games with a 2-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in two runs, and five Boston pitchers combined for a five-hit shutout as the Red Sox defeated the Texas Rangers 5-0 on Thursday afternoon.
The Dallas Stars beat the Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series. Game 2 is Friday.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Texas Rangers 6-4 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Pickens ranked in the top 10 for yards per reception each year since he was drafted in 2022.
Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards for a second year in a row. Here is a list of all the winners.
The Academy of Country Music Awards 60th anniversary show will be held Thursday night at The Star in Frisco.
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing trial on sex-trafficking charges. Here's what to know.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
