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Possible drowning under investigation at River Legacy Park in Arlington
A possible drowning is under investigation after kayakers discovered the body of an adult male Friday afternoon at River Legacy Park in Arlington. CBS News Texas After receiving the report, the Arlington Fire Department responded to the scene around 1:45 p.m. Fire officials said the man was unresponsive in the water. The cause of death has not been determined. The Arlington Police Department is now leading the investigation. CBS News Texas will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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2 days ago
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School discipline bill passes Texas House, heads to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk
The 89th Texas legislative session ends in less than a week. Here are outstanding bills The 89th Texas legislative session ends in less than a week. Here are outstanding bills The 89th Texas legislative session ends in less than a week. Here are outstanding bills A bill that would allow suspensions for students from pre-K to second grade passed in the Texas House late Wednesday night and is off to the governor's desk. House Bill 6 details how to discipline students in pre-K through second grade and homeless students when there is a repeated and significant disruption. It would overturn Texas laws that previously protected those students. Senators have previously softened those guidelines, which gives individual schools more autonomy to discipline students. The latest version allows in-student suspensions for as long as the school sees fit, as long as principals review placements every 10 days. Under HB 6, students can be suspended if there's an offense related to weapons; if students threaten the immediate health and safety of others; or if they repeatedly or significantly disrupt the classroom, as determined by the campus administrator. "It's common sense to give teachers the authority to remove disruptive students from classrooms," Gov. Greg Abbott posted on social media after the bill was passed. "We must restore discipline in our schools." Two Kennedale ISD educators recently told CBS News Texas their pros and cons of the bill. "I watched a 5-year-old tear up a kindergarten classroom, and when I say tear it up, I mean destroy it. It's real," said. Kennedale ISD superintendent Dr. Chad Gee. "And how are those teachers supposed to educate all the students in their classrooms with that going on?"
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2 days ago
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The suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash are in the U.S. illegally. What's next in the investigation?
What could happen to the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash? What could happen to the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash? What could happen to the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash? Since the suspects in the deadly Grapevine Lake jet ski crash were confirmed to be in the country illegally, federal immigration officials are now involved in the investigation. The investigation into the watercraft death of Ava Moore is ongoing, according to investigators. The current criminal charges for Daikerlyn Gonzalez and Maikel Perozo do not reflect capital murder. Contrasting statements from authorities on the severity of charges and immigration proceedings highlight the complex legal and immigration issues surrounding the case. What we know about the legal hierarchy in the Grapevine Lake jet ski crash: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott revved up criminal responsibility in the death of Moore. He posted on social media, "Welcome to Texas. Here's your death penalty." CBS News Texas pressed Abbott for clarity because the suspects' charges and the facts, as written by investigators, have not reflected a capital crime. In response to the inquiry, Abbott's press office shared the following statement: "The State of Texas has no tolerance for heinous criminals who kill Texans. The victim's family deserves swift justice, and the criminal illegal immigrants should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. All Texans deserve protection from unchecked criminal activity." Moore was killed, according to the Grapevine Police Department and Texas Game Wardens, on May 25. Investigators said Daikerlyn Gonzalez and a passenger, who does not face criminal charges, were riding on a jet ski. Witnesses, police said, told them Gonzalez was speeding and driving recklessly. Investigators said she hit a kayak with Moore in it. Police said Perozo helped Gonzalez flee the area, allegedly crashing into two vehicles to escape. A joint investigation led to the arrests of the two Venezuelan nationals, who were in the country unlawfully. Gonzalez faces a charge of manslaughter. Perozo faces charges of collision involving a vehicle and hindering an arrest. Dallas ICE agents said the two had been in the country illegally since 2023. They were caught and released, according to ICE's leader in Dallas. "They were arrested at the time of entry, processed for a notice to appear, and then released on their own recognizance," said Joshua Johnson, the acting field office director for ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Dallas. But federal involvement doesn't mean agents have taken over. Grapevine PD is the lead investigative agency with layers of support from the state and federal government. Nor does it mean the suspects' immigration issues will outweigh what they currently face in state court, especially Gonzalez. "[When] there sort of like a loophole where folks are charged with serious state crimes, they bond out, get put into immigration custody, and then are whisked away back to their country as a means to avoid the state charges," Daniel Stewart said. The Carrollton-based immigration attorney spoke with CBS News Texas about what happens next in a high-stakes criminal case involving a felony, a death, immigration, and a joint investigation. "In my experience, while there are some gaps in communication between the state and federal immigration, typically, especially with charges this serious, that doesn't happen," Johnson said. ICE said that it has immigration detainers and has initiated removal proceedings for Perozo and Gonzalez, but that does not mean that agents can take over. ICE's scope is limited to immigration, not manslaughter or other criminal charges. He said the case could provide perspective to an immigration judge eventually. ICE was open about its stance, which Johnson spoke about in a news conference on Wednesday. "Once the State of Texas goes through the process and the criminal charges, we'll take custody of them," Johnson said. A victim's advocate for Grapevine PD read a statement from Ava Moore's family. It snuffed the fire of Abbott's statement with a note of mercy:
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3 days ago
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Burgers, nostalgia and tradition: Keller's Drive-In serves up a slice of Dallas history
Celebrating burgers and tradition at Keller's Drive-In in Dallas Celebrating burgers and tradition at Keller's Drive-In in Dallas Celebrating burgers and tradition at Keller's Drive-In in Dallas On National Hamburger Day, there's no better place to celebrate than Keller's Drive-In, a Dallas institution that's been flipping patties and serving customers straight to their cars for decades. Some even call it the longest-running drive-in in North Texas — and its burgers speak for themselves. A bite of burger history CBS News Texas If you've never been to Keller's, you're missing out on more than just a meal. You're stepping into a slice of Dallas history. Owner Jack Keller has been part of the family business since he was just six years old. "The whole world has changed," Keller said. "The inside of Keller's hasn't changed, OK?" In a world of gourmet burger joints and trendy toppings, Keller's keeps it simple — and affordable. A double meat cheeseburger, fries, and a drink still come in under $10. And yes, you can still get a cold beer for $2.75, tax included. Behind the grill I tried my hand at working the grill, but let's just say I'll leave the cooking to the pros. "This spatula is balanced just right," Keller told me, comparing it to a samurai sword. My technique? Not quite up to par. "Not a professional, clearly," he joked. But what I lacked in cooking skills, I made up for in appetite. "Yeah, I could eat 10 or 12 of these," I said after my first bite — and I meant it. More than a meal For Keller, the drive-in is about more than burgers. It's about community and accessibility. "It's weirdly enough connected to freedom," he said. "Where anybody can come and not worry about how much they spend here and really enjoy the experience." So if you're looking for a place to celebrate National Hamburger Day — or just want a taste of nostalgia — Keller's Drive-In is ready to serve you, carhop style.
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3 days ago
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Hail, gusty winds possible with Wednesday morning storms in North Texas
The Wednesday morning commute could be stormy for some North Texans. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Wednesday due to the slight risk of severe storms bringing hail and damaging winds to the western and southwestern sides of North Texas. The National Weather Service highlighted the severe threat over parts of Denton and Cooke counties, as well as Tarrant, Wise, Dallas, Parker and Johnson counties. The biggest severe threat is further west. Just before 6 a.m., the storms were over Parker County and headed towards Tarrant County. CBS News Texas Severe storms could also return by the Wednesday afternoon hours, with large hail, damaging winds and lightning possible. By Thursday, the NWS Storm Prediction Center has highlighted a marginal threat, level 1 out of 5, for severe storms across North Texas. The threat does not include Red River counties. CBS News Texas A cold front will dip across the region, providing enough lift and tapping into enough instability to produce damaging winds and large hail. Just in time for the weekend, the skies should clear and the temperatures will climb. CBS News Texas The warmth continues into the start of the next week with temperatures reaching in the 90s and winds gusting around 20 to 30 mph.
