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Eye on Politics: Four North Texas Republicans weigh in on presidential race ahead of the Iowa caucus
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Jack is joined by UT Arlington political science professor Rebecca Deen and SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson to discuss the Republican presidential primaries, the race for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, whether Texas' abortion ban will impact this year's elections, and how Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment trial is impacting Texas House races.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
What exactly is the law that some say could disqualify Trump from running for office again? It's Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, and it was passed just after the Civil War ended.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
What exactly is the law that some say could disqualify Trump from running for office again? It's Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, and it was passed just after the Civil War ended.
2024 is a big election year. Here are the dates you need to save to make sure your voice is heard.
A look back at the rollercoaster that was Texas politics in 2023.
Texas. Sen. John Cornyn (R) speaks with Jack Fink about the federal spending, a possible government shutdown, the southern border and more.
The race for the White House is set to kick into high gear with the Iowa caucuses set for Monday. While voters get ready to decide in the Hawkeye State, we wanted to see how some people in North Texas are feeling about the top Republican candidates.
Democratic DeSoto Texas Rep. Carl Sherman tells Jack Fink why he's giving up his safe Texas House seat to run for U.S. Senate
Heider Garcia headed the Tarrant County Elections Department for five and a half years until he left earlier this year. Newly sworn in as the Dallas County Elections Administrator, Garcia speaks with Jack Fink about his goals for the department.
Jack Fink speaks with Patrick Svitek, the Texas Tribune's primary political correspondent, about the year in Texas politics and what to expect in 2024.
What can be done about the rising murder rate in Dallas? Jack Fink sits down with Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to discuss it.
In an exclusive sit-down with Jack Fink, Mayor Eric Johnson talks about his decision to become a Republican and responds to his critics who call it a betrayal of trust. He also weighs in on the sale of the Dallas Mavericks and property tax relief.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink speaks with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink speaks with Zach Wheeler from the North Central Texas Council of Governments about his organization's aims for the future of mass transit in the region.
Jack Fink chats one-on-one with Texas Tribune reporter Robert Downen about antisemitism and the Texas Republican Party.
In a sit-down interview with political reporter Jack Fink, Lt. Gov Dan Patrick had plenty to say about House Speaker Dade Phelan, casino gambling in Texas, school choice/vouchers, teacher pay raises & a potential 5th special session.
Jack Fink speaks with David Donatti, an attorney for the ACLU, about the organization's planned lawsuit against new Texas border legislation that Gov. Abbott is expected to sign. The bill creates state criminal penalties for illegally crossing the Southern border.
In a one-on-one with Jack Fink, Rep. Victoria Neave Criado, a Democrat from Mesquite, talks about why she believes some of the border bills that passed the legislature are "extreme" and "unconstitutional".
Republican and former Texas Education Agency Commissioner Michael Williams said Republicans should not give up their fight for their policy, but said it needs to be rethought.
Jack Fink discusses school choice with Texas Sen. Royce West, along with teacher pay raises and funding for schools.
Jack Fink interviews Republican Texas Rep. Justin Holland about why he opposes taxpayer-financed education savings accounts.
Jack Fink interview with Republican N. Texas Congressman Michael Burgess about his decision not to run for re-election.
Jack Fink sat down with Sen. John Cornyn to discuss the federal government running out of money, the Israel-Hamas war, Ukraine funding and border security.
Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro) talks about border security bills legislators look to pass in the fourth special session.
Regina Montoya, the co-chair of the Presidente Council, Biden-Harris Campaign talks about the the recent polls showing Biden trails Trump and the 2024 election.
Jack Fink speaks with state Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Waxahachie) about a new law protects employees from private business mandated COVID vaccines. They also discuss the chances of school choice passing during the next special session.
The congressman and candidate for Senate explains why he's challenging Ted Cruz. He also speaks with Jack Fink about the Israel-Hamas war and the border.
Jack Fink sits down with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett. to discuss the new Speaker of the House, funding the federal government, and the Israel-Hamas war.
Jack Fink sits down with U.S. Rep Jake Ellzey to talk about the new Speaker of the House, the looming government funding deadline, Israel, Ukraine and border security.
Some folks driving in north Dallas are in for a big inconvenience.
Texans waking up to bitter cold Tuesday morning set a new winter power demand record trying to warm up, but the power grid held strong.
"If places like this didn't exist, there are kids who could suffer without being at fault."
To see numbers grow locally, the bachelor bird will need to find a girlfriend.
This is the third fentanyl murder arrest in Denton since the new state law went into effect.
The CBS News Texas I-Team asked experts, on a scale 1-10, what their confidence level is in the Texas power grid holding up in the next severe winter storm.
Babb says his restaurant family is "so shaken" but also "so grateful!"
While Monday's explosion at a downtown Fort Worth hotel is still under investigation, fire officials said it was likely caused by a gas leak.
One plan to avoid another winter weather emergency, is the proposed $2 billion Southern Spirit Connection.
Fentanyl in Fort Worth: In Part II, we watch as detectives set up a drug deal at a popular park in the middle of the afternoon.
Texas. Sen. John Cornyn (R) speaks with Jack Fink about the federal spending, a possible government shutdown, the southern border and more.
The trial, which began Tuesday morning, is the second related to E. Jean Carroll's allegations and Trump's subsequent denials.
Vivek Ramaswamy said he's offered former President Donald Trump his full endorsement.
Former President Donald Trump clinched his first victory of the primary season Monday night at the Iowa caucuses.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finished second in the Iowa caucuses, CBS News projected.
For 22% of those with holiday debt, they say it will take them at least five months to pay it all off.
In January, many scammers switch from holiday deal scams to fraudulent exercise programs and products.
Pepperoni, a beloved family pet, got sick in December and had to be put down. The family was told they were still expected to pay for a pet wellness plan they no longer needed.
Reunion Tower, DART, and Deep Ellum businesses are all gearing up to ring in the new year with Dallas residents.
There are two main scams, according to researchers at Cisco Systems.
"I'm astounded at the depths the tobacco industry will go to pursue profits at the expense of countless lives," says the World Health Organization's director of health promotion, Ruediger Krech.
The nation's largest drugstore chain says closures to start next month and end in early April.
Purina is responding to unsubstantiated accounts on social media alleging its Pro Plan food had sickened dozens of pets.
"I know you're going to beat this battle," the teen's coach said.
The holiday season may be coming to an end, but there are plenty of illnesses still lingering.
Pennsylvania-based The Hershey Company is facing a lawsuit seeking $5 million in damages over the wrappers on Reese's peanut butter candies.
The deal was approved just shy of a month since the families of Miriam Adelson and Sivan and Patrick Dumont announced their intention to buy the club
Some of America's biggest retailers are working to increase their shipping speeds to please shoppers expecting faster and faster deliveries.
The company said the club will be "revitalized" and undergo "extensive renovations" before reopening in late 2024.
For customers of SmileDirectClub, they were greeted with a message that they had shut down when logging on to its website.
"I know how disappointed everyone is," Jones said after a 48-32 home wild-card defeat to the Packers on Sunday.
Dallas is the first team to win at least 12 games in three consecutive playoff seasons without making a conference title game.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said the game will be played on Monday at 4:30 p.m.
The New England Patriots have hired Jerod Mayo as their new head coach. He will be formally introduced at a news conference next week.
What was once unthinkable has actually happened in New England. The Patriots and Bill Belichick are parting ways.
Christina Applegate, who said in 2021 that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, got a standing ovation as she came out using a cane during the Emmy Awards.
The full list of who won and who was nominated at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh is the first active-duty service member to win the Miss America competition.
Randolph died on Saturday evening, her son Randolph Charles confirmed to CBS News.
"I really want to earn my stripes," the actress said, adding that "Celebrity Jeopardy!" is not what she's looking for.
Temperatures will gradually warm back up heading into the weekend, and by next week we'll actually have temps in the high 50s and low 60s! But it comes with rain…
Some folks in north Dallas are in for a big inconvenience in about a week. It's part of the construction of that new DART Silver Line.
Texans waking up to bitter cold Tuesday morning set a new winter power demand record trying to warm up, but the power grid held strong.
It will turn cold again Friday and Saturday.
For the past seven years, young expecting mothers-to-be struggling to find housing or leaving unsafe homes found the path to Mater Maria.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!