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• American Airlines Says In-Flight Drinks Will Cost More

  29-09-2018 23:33
  
  A week after American Airlines raised its checked bag fees, the world's largest carrier announced it will also hike the cost of beer, wine and spirits by $1.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• 2 Mississippi Police Officers Killed In Shooting; Suspect In Custody

  29-09-2018 22:58
  BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (AP) — Two police officers were shot and killed following an early Saturday morning confrontation in Mississippi, authorities said.
  Warren Strain of the Mississippi Department of Public Safety said at a news conference that the officers were called to a house in the city of Brookhaven at about 5 a.m. for a report of shots fired.
  Amid an exchange of gunfire, both officers were “mortally wounded” and then pronounced dead at a local hospital, Strain said. He iden
  
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• Drought Conditions Significantly Improve for North Texas

  29-09-2018 22:16
  
  Small areas in West Texas remain abnormally dry, but conditions have still improved since August.This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.
  
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• Police: Man Admits to Murdering Woman

  29-09-2018 22:15
  
  Lin Wang was stabbed to death after she was followed by Meeks last Saturday.Photo Credit: Dallas County Jail
  
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• Gov. Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration For Ellis, Sutton, Tarrant Counties

  29-09-2018 22:09
  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has declared a state disaster for three counties recently affected by severe weather and flooding.
  Abbott on Friday issued the disaster declaration for Ellis, Sutton and Tarrant counties, where he says severe weather and flooding that began on Sept. 21 has caused widespread and severe property damage.
  Abbott’s disaster declaration says that any regulatory statute prescribing procedures for conduct of state business or any state agency rule
  
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• Man Arrested In Stabbing Death Of Dallas College Student

  29-09-2018 21:38
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Police have arrested a 38-year-old man for the murder of a college student who was fatally stabbed at her Dallas apartment last week.
  Jeremy Todd Meeks was arrested and charged with capital murder in the death of University of Texas at Dallas student Lin Wang.
  Police say on September 21, the suspect followed Wang back to her home at the Churchill on the Parks Apartments complex as she was walking her dog. Wang and her roommate were found inside the apartment with stab
  
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• Police Identify Suspect in Double Homicide

  29-09-2018 19:46
  
  The homicide happened in early September and police are still searching for the gunman.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Low Rain Chances This Weekend

  29-09-2018 09:37
  
  It feels like fall for the opening of the great State Fair of Texas. Low rain chances return for the weekend.This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.
  
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• Top Moments in Texas Governor's Debate

  29-09-2018 06:30
  
  Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and his underdog Democratic challenger, Lupe Valdez, met in their only debate Friday night, an opportunity Valdez needed badly to try to make a dent in Abbott’s commanding lead...
  
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• FW Stormwater Drainage Crews Work to Stay Ahead of Flooding

  29-09-2018 05:39
  
  Over the past month, flash flooding has killed three people in Fort Worth, raising new questions about the effectiveness of the city's aging stormwater drainage system.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• One Critically Injured in Shooting Outside HS Football Game

  29-09-2018 05:33
  
  A 31-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot during a junior varsity football game in Carrollton Thursday night.
  
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• Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration Following Flash Flooding

  29-09-2018 05:21
  
  Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for two North Texas counties on Friday after severe weather and flooding hit the area last week.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Highlights From First, Only Texas Governor’s Debate

  29-09-2018 05:20
  AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM/AP) — Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday defended more security on the U.S.-Mexico border while Democratic challenger Lupe Valdez sought to breathe life into her campaign at their only debate of a race overshadowed by the state’s unexpectedly intense U.S. Senate contest at the top of the ballot.
  Abbott is heavily favored to win a second term against Valdez, the former Dallas County Sheriff who is the daughter of migrant farmworkers and would become
  
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• State Fair of Texas for Beginners

  29-09-2018 04:54
  
  The State Fair of Texas has been around for 132 years, but for many, the fair is a new experience. Here are some tips on the first things you will want to do if you're new to the state fair.Photo Credit: Laura Harris / NBC 5
  
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• Dallas Police Arrive At Shooting Scene 55 Minutes After Multiple 911 Calls: What Went Wrong?

  29-09-2018 04:50
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Nine people from a North Dallas apartment complex called 911 to report a shooting in May 2018.
  Dallas police officers arrived on scene 55 minutes later.
  “Somebody could have a gunshot wound and time is of the essence in that situation,” said Adam Keill, who called 911.
  When Keill called from his apartment, he told the 911 call taker he heard multiple gunshots, people screaming, and saw people running from the scene.
  Keill said he overheard one woman saying
  
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• Man Brutally Attacked By Pair Of Pit Bulls; Dogs Killed By Police

  29-09-2018 04:42
  ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Arlington Police are searching for the owner or owners of two dogs that mauled a man Wednesday.
  It happened in the 2300 block of Cripple Creek Drive.
  When officers arrived, they found the victim, 58-year-old Milton Sturges, on the street as the dogs were attacking him.
  Police in Arlington need your help finding the dog owners responsible for this Milton Sturges’ suffering. (photo courtesy: Facebook)
  “He lost both of his ears,” Omar Sturges,
  
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• Tariffs Add to Soaring North Texas New Home Prices

  29-09-2018 03:59
  
  The price of new homes in North Texas is up by an average of $6,000 because of tariffs on Canadian lumber according to the Homebuilders Association of Greater Dallas. The Homebuilders fear another round...Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Infant Safe, Driver Arrested After Police Chase

  29-09-2018 02:19
  TERRELL, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A police chase ensued Friday afternoon when Terrell Police Narcotics Investigators and K9 Unit were attempting to serve felony warrants for 23-year-old KaNoddrick Turner.
  The Terrell man was at the Villager Inn on W. US Hwy 80 when police approached.
  KaNoddrick Turner
  Police said Turner was seen leaving the area in a vehicle and officers attempted to make a traffic stop.
  Turner took off and police chased until Turner stopped and surrendered at the Exxon at FM
  
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• North Texas Crossing Guard Back On Job Day After Struck By Lightning

  29-09-2018 01:52
  ROANOKE, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A community is rallying around a beloved crossing guard who was struck by lightning in Roanoke.
  “Miss Sharon” is no ordinary crossing guard. Parents and kids consider her family.
  There is no missing her, either. From the hats, sparkles and bright clothing, the community at Cox Elementary where she’s worked for three years say she’s pure sunshine.
  “It’s important to show that being different is okay,” said Sharon S
  
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• Parents Rally Around Crossing Guard Hit by Lightning Strike

  29-09-2018 01:44
  
  Being struck by lightning was only the latest problem for a North Texas school crossing guard. Despite it all, "Miss Sharon" remains cheerful. And now, she's thankful for the goodwill of parents whose...Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Slavery Exhibit Debuts At Fair Park

  29-09-2018 01:43
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – A new exhibit at the African American Museum at the State Fair of Texas offers a taste of history.  It’s called, Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty.
  No one said the taste wouldn’t be bittersweet.
  “When I walk through this exhibit, I am filled with joy. Pride. Some pain, because I know that these people suffered,” says Gayle Jessup White. “Mostly, I’m filled with a sense of belonging.”
  Because this
  
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• Dallas’ Dueling Abortion Billboards: What Happened Next?

  29-09-2018 01:25
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – In Dallas, it was the billboard battle about abortion in the black community that became national news. Pastor Stephen Broden, backed by the National Black Pro-Life Coalition, launched the first volley this summer: putting up a billboard in the Pleasant Grove community calling abortion murder, not healthcare.
  “It is the number one killer of life in our community,” insists Pastor Broden, “above all over pathologies put together.”
  According to Pa
  
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• Man Shot By Mesquite Officer Opens Up After Mistrial

  29-09-2018 01:20
  
  One day after a mistrial was declared in the trial of former Mesquite Police Officer Derick Wiley, the man he shot says he still believes justice will be served.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Stunt Dog Show Team Runs Into Trouble On Way To State Fair Of Texas

  29-09-2018 01:15
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – The All-Star Stunt Dog Show at the State Fair of Texas experienced a near tragedy on the way to the fair.
  They said their RV caught fire and burned to the ground.
  The handlers got all the dogs out safely but lost all their clothing and a place to stay.
  CBS 11 Chief Meteorologist interviewed handler Chris Perondi about what happened during the 5:00 p.m. newscast Friday.
  Chris Perondi and stunt dog (Scott Padgett – CBS11)
  The All-Star Stunt Dog Show bills itself a
  
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• North Texas Woman Thanks Bowie HS Football Coach Who Helped Save Her From Flood

  29-09-2018 00:59
  
  When rising flood waters left Eden Russom stranded on her way to bible study, two heroes came to her rescue, including Bowie High School's head football coach.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• UT Arlington Looking To Become Health Research Power

  29-09-2018 00:56
  ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – After years of planning and construction, UT Arlington celebrated the opening of a new Science & Engineering Innovation & Research building on Friday.
  The main focus of the $125 million facility is to provide a state-of-the-art space for health research.
  The 229,000 square foot facility features labs, other work spaces and 900 seats for students.
  UT Arlington lecture hall (CBS11)
  Dr. Duane Dimos, UTA’s Vice President of research said, “It
  
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• Police: Shooting At Hebron High School Was Self Defense

  29-09-2018 00:52
  PLANO (CBSDFW.COM) – No charges were filed in a shooting at a Hebron High School football game Thursday night. That’s because police say it may have been self-defense.
  It was the 3rd quarter of a JV football game between Hebron and Irving Nimitz when the 911 calls came in about a fight in the stands. Minutes later, a gunshot rang out in the parking lot.
  “It’s crazy that something like this would take place during a football game. It’s family time,” says Rubi V
  
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• A Preview Of First And Only Debate In Texas Governor’s Race

  29-09-2018 00:38
  DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott and former Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez are set to square off in their first and only debate Friday evening.
  Unlike the Texas Senate race, which is very close in the polls, the Governor’s race is anything but close.
  Our CBS-11/Dixie Strategies poll earlier this month showed Governor Greg Abbott leading former Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez by 19 points.
  Part of the problem for Valdez, a Democrat, is that she is not a house
  
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• 50-Yard Line Logos Appearing On North Texas Lawns

  29-09-2018 00:37
  NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) – The team jersey, hat, a flag – for the loyal football fan this weekend though, that may not be enough anymore.
  Logos usually only seen on the 50-yard line, are starting to show up on front lawns all over North Texas.
  Blaine Isbell and a couple business partners have spent September taking logos you usually only see on the gridiron, and laying them down on any piece of ground where a fan wants to see it.
  “And that business started with just the idea of
  
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• NICU Care Packages Honor Little Elm Preemie

  29-09-2018 00:31
  
  When the McDonalds lost their son Winston, they made it their mission to create a legacy that honors him while helping others.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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• Dallas Police Locate Missing 71-Year-Old Woman

  29-09-2018 00:25
  
  The Dallas Police Department has located Doris Jean Wilson, a 71-year-old woman last seen at about 6 a.m. Thursday.
  
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• CPS Worker Among 20 Nabbed in Online Sex Sting

  29-09-2018 00:24
  
  A worker of Texas Child Protective Services was arrested Tuesday for online solicitation of a minor, authorities said.Photo Credit: NBC 5 NewsThis story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.
  
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• Fracking: How Close is Too Close?

  29-09-2018 00:11
  
  Denton woman shares her thoughts on living across the street from a natural gas well.Photo Credit: NBC 5 News
  
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