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During a lightning round of questions with podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, Obama was asked, "Are aliens real?" https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/obama-aliens-odds-real-no-evidence-contact-president/ 

Obama: Odds are aliens are real but I saw no evidence of contact while president
After setting social media abuzz by saying aliens were real, former President Barack Obama said he didn't see evidence that aliens "have made contact with us."
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February 16, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Meet, Pim 😄🍪! The 6-year-old girl has shattered the Pennsylvania state record by selling more than 81,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies, the most ever sold in a single season. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/6-year-old-girl-scout-breaks-record-for-most-cookies-sold-after-tiktok-video-goes-viral/ 
6-year-old Girl Scout breaks record for most cookies sold after TikTok video goes viral
Pim Neill, a 6-year-old girl from Pittsburgh, shattered the Pennsylvania state record by selling more than 81,000 boxes of cookies, the most ever sold in a single season.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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U.S. military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon said. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/u-s-military-another-oil-tanker-boards-tracking-caribbean/ 
U.S. military boards another oil tanker after tracking it from Caribbean
U.S. military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker​ in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon says.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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No. 1 in the Big 12 👏🏀!! TCU has won 40 straight games at Schollmaier Arena, tying No. 4 Texas for the longest active streak. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/womens-college-basketball-tcu-horned-frogs-west-virginia-game-big-12-conference/?fd 
No. 17 TCU women take top spot in Big 12 Conference after beating No. 19 West Virginia 59-50
TCU, which won the regular-season and conference tournament titles last season, is tied with No. 12 Baylor, but the Horned Frogs have the tiebreaker advantage.
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February 16, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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From growing up in New Orleans to raising a 5-year-old son today, for Carmen Blackwell, it's about passing on the teachings of those who made space before her. It’s the profound power of choosing love, over hate!
#BlackHistoryMonth #CBSTexas #Legacy #Resilience #LoveOverHate
February 16, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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You may need a jacket this morning, but by afternoon, temps will warm into the 70s 😎! https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/presidents-day-weather-dallas-tx-fort-worth-temperatures-forecast/
President's Day looks sunny with temperatures in the 70s; fire danger returns midweek for North Texas
Once the fog moves out, expect plenty of sunshine in the afternoon.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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While most grocery stores and food establishments will remain open, some businesses will be closed and services suspended on Presidents Day, which is one of 12 federal holidays. See what's open and closed: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/whats-open-closed-presidents-day-2026/
What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2026? Here's what to expect on the federal holiday.
Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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Developing story: A suspected wrong-way driver is dead, and others were injured following a head-on crash on the DNT early Monday. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/dallas-north-tollway-royal-lane-wrong-way-fatal-crash-road-closure/ 
1 killed, injuries reported following wrong-way crash on Dallas North Tollway, DPS says
At about 2:10 a.m., DPS troopers responded to a reported two-vehicle crash in the southbound lanes of the DNT near Royal Lane.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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The sheriff told CBS News that investigators searching for Nancy Guthrie believe the clothing and face mask worn by the suspect in the chilling doorbell video released last week were purchased at Walmart. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/nancy-guthrie-suspect-mask-clothing-walmart/ 
Mask, clothing worn by suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance believed to be from Walmart, sheriff says
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Sexual assaults on airplanes are up, and likely underreported, a CBS News investigation finds
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/sexual-assaults-on-airplanes-cbs-news-investigation/
Sexual assaults on airplanes are up, and likely underreported, a CBS News investigation finds
A CBS News investigation found the FBI investigated more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was likely fatally poisoned in prison with frog toxin, European leaders say https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/alexei-navalny-death-poison-russia-opposition-europe/
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was likely fatally poisoned in prison with frog toxin, European leaders say
European leaders said they are confident Navalny was poisoned with a toxin found in South American poison dart frogs.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:36 AM
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Luxury steamer that sunk in Lake Michigan more than 150 years ago has been found https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/lac-la-belle-luxury-steamer-lake-michigan-found-discovery/
Luxury steamer that sunk in Lake Michigan more than 150 years ago has been found
The Lac La Belle was one of the most popular steamers on Lake Michigan. It went down in 1872.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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"Frankenstein," "Wuthering Heights" star Jacob Elordi: "My dream was to play in the movies"

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"Frankenstein," "Wuthering Heights" star Jacob Elordi: "My dream was to play in the movies"
At 28, Australian actor Jacob Elordi has earned his first Academy Award nomination for his haunting portrayal of the Creature in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein." He talks about his love of acting, and why he has no relationship with social media.
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February 16, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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Paul Anka: Still doing it his way

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Paul Anka: Still doing it his way
The singer-songwriter who's remained on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart for seven straight decades has just released his latest album, "Inspirations of Life and Love." A youthful 84, he talks about his artistic longevity.
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February 16, 2026 at 8:09 AM
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Homeland Security at center of partial shutdown as immigration enforcement clash grows

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Homeland Security at center of partial shutdown as immigration enforcement clash grows
The shutdown has halted pay for key federal workers and stirred concern among travelers and frontline staff.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:09 AM
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An all‑new INDYCAR street race is coming to Arlington — and we’re giving away FREE tickets. 🏎💨
Enter to win seats at the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington:https://cbsloc.al/3Oelqvc
February 16, 2026 at 5:03 AM
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Trooper and deputy wounded, suspect killed in East Texas warrant shooting, authorities say

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Trooper and deputy wounded, suspect killed in East Texas warrant shooting, authorities say
Authorities say the confrontation began during a late‑night arrest attempt and remains under active investigation.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:03 AM
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Two rescued after boat fire on Lake Ray Hubbard, authorities say

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/lake-ray-hubbard-boat-fire-rescue-dallas-fire-rescue/ 
Two rescued after boat fire on Lake Ray Hubbard, authorities say
Dallas Fire‑Rescue says a nearby boater pulled the occupants to safety.
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February 16, 2026 at 3:03 AM
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He wanted a "meet-cute" story but met a matchmaker instead. The rest of Gen Z might not be far behind.

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He wanted a "meet-cute" story but met a matchmaker instead. The rest of Gen Z might not be far behind.
Interest in matchmakers is rising as Gen Z disenchantment with dating apps grows, experts say.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:03 AM
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Ben Shelton defeats Taylor Fritz in three‑set classic to win 2026 Nexo Dallas Open

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/fritz-shelton-three-set-classic-nexo-dallas-open-2026/ 
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February 16, 2026 at 1:03 AM
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Trump's EPA revokes the "endangerment finding" on greenhouse gases, a major reversal in climate policy. Here's what to know.

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Trump's EPA revokes the "endangerment finding" on greenhouse gases, a major reversal in climate policy. Here's what to know.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer be regulated by the federal government.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:03 PM
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All of it comes as the Trump administration pursues negotiations with Tehran over its nuclear program. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/trump-netanyahu-israeli-strikes-iran-ballistic-missiles/
Trump told Netanyahu he would support Israeli strikes on Iran's ballistic missile program, sources say
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in December at Mar-a-Lago with Mr. Trump saying the U.S. would support strikes if no deal was made with Iran.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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A black glove found near the Arizona home of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie appears to match those worn by the suspect seen in a doorbell camera video, according to the FBI. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/nancy-guthrie-disappearance-arizona-fbi-glove-update/ 

Glove found near Nancy Guthrie's home appears to match what suspect in surveillance video was wearing, FBI says
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was last seen on Jan. 31 and was reported missing the following day, Feb. 1.
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February 15, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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White House border czar Tom Homan said assaults against Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have increased by 1,500% while threats against them have increased by 8,000%. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/border-czar-tom-homan-ice-masks/ 
Border czar Tom Homan says "I don't like the masks" on ICE officers, but they "have to protect themselves"
Democrats have demanded reforms to immigration enforcement, including barring officers from wearing masks.
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February 15, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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Through the rest of the weekend, clouds are expected for the first half of Sunday, but sunshine returns Sunday afternoon. It will be a bit breezy, with highs in the upper 60s. https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/dallas-tx-weather-fort-worth-temperatures-clima-february-15-forecast/ 

Warm, breezy Sunday on deck as dry stretch expected for North Texas
Even with that record rain, though, the region is still well below normal for rainfall this winter season, with a deficit of 4.3".
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February 15, 2026 at 4:36 PM