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What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike software update has caused the return of a familiar — and dreaded — screen for many Windows users: what has come to be known informally as the "blue screen of death," indicating that their computer systems are down. The outage has affected consumers and businesses across the globe, including airlines, banks, health care providers, telecoms, retailers and even billboards in New York City's Times Square. The blue screens were visible on computer screens at multiple airports Friday, according to images shared on social media. The screens, have been around for decades, were designed for early...
More Democrats join wave of lawmakers calling on Biden to drop out
Washington — Nine more House Democrats and two Democratic senators have joined the growing ranks of their colleagues urging President Biden to drop his reelection bid, as the pressure campaign against the president shows no sign of subsiding weeks after his disastrous performance in last month's presidential debate.Four House members — Reps. Jared Huffman of California, Marc Veasey of Texas, Chuy Garcia of Illinois and Mark Pocan of Wisconsin — issued a joint statement Friday calling on Mr. Biden to "pass the torch to a new generation of Democratic leaders." Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio, who is expected to face a...
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, is linked to the Microsoft outage affecting airlines, banks and other businesses worldwide on Friday.The company provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices, and many industries globally — from banking to retail to health care — use the company's software to protect against breaches and hackers.The outages Friday, which caused the return of what is informally known as the "blue screen of death," were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement. The issue was "not a security incident...
FedEx, UPS warn deliveries may be delayed due to Microsoft outage
Shippers FedEx and UPS on Friday said the Microsoft outage caused by a software glitch could lead to delayed package deliveries. FedEx acknowledged the interruption in a statement on its website Friday, saying "FedEx has experienced disruptions throughout our networks due to a global IT outage experienced by a third party software vendor.""Contingency plans have been activated to mitigate impacts but potential delays are possible for package deliveries with a delivery commitment of July 19, 2024," FedEx added. Shipping and logistics company UPS also said the software outage was affecting some of the company's systems, leading to potential delivery delays."A third-party...
Some North Texas cities, businesses experiencing disruptions related to Microsoft outage
Some North Texas cities, businesses and health systems were experiencing outages Friday related to a global Microsoft outage.The issue was caused by a technical problem that global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said it had identified in its software. CrowdStrike, which provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices, said a fix was deployed.Here's where there are outages and closures:Texas Department of Public SafetyDPS Driver License Offices across Texas were closed Friday due to a technical issue. DPS said customers with appointments should have been notified. They said there was no estimate as to when the offices will reopen but to...
North Texas' work week ends with cooler weather, rain chances coming
NORTH TEXAS – Friday's weather wraps the work week with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 90s, which is below average for this time of the year.Friday's sunshine and clear skies make for a less humid day. Saturday will be hotter and more humid, so plan to hit an area pool or a movie to cool down. By Sunday, there will be a chance of showers and storms, which are expected to carry into Monday.Monday could be the wettest day ahead with about 70% coverage. With the cloud cover and rain on Monday, temperatures might not reach the upper 80s. The trough that brings cooler temperatures and rain to North Texas will lift northeast toward the end of next week, and as a result, temperatures in Dallas-Fort Worth will warm back to the 90s and rain chances will go down.Total rainfall potential between Saturday night and Tuesday morning ranges from 1 to 3 inches.
Global Microsoft outage impacts North Texas airports
NORTH TEXAS – A global outage impacted North Texas travelers Friday morning. Banks, airlines, TV stations and health systems in countries around the world that rely on Microsoft's 365 apps reported widespread outages Friday that were linked to the company CrowdStrike.According to FlightAware, as of 1 p.m., there were a total of 472 delays at DFW International Airport and 130 cancellations. There were 75 delays at Dallas Love Field Airport and seven cancellations.At 7:30 a.m., DFW Airport said it anticipated significant delays and cancellations throughout the day, adding, "We ask customers to verify your flight status with your airline prior to...
Highlights from the 2024 Republican National Convention
Former President Donald Trump was crowned as the GOP nominee — for a third time — at this week's Republican National Convention, which began two days after he survived an assassination attempt. The convention also gave valuable airtime to Republicans, who sought to project unity, as Democrats implode over whether President Biden is the best candidate to represent their party against Trump in November. Here are the top moments from this year's RNC. Trump announces his VP pick Trump waited until Monday afternoon to announce his running mate, JD Vance, calling the senator from Ohio to ask him to be on the ticket just...
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
Banks, airlines, television networks and health systems around the world that rely on Microsoft 365 apps were hit by widespread outages early Friday linked to the company CrowdStrike. Thousands of flights and train services were canceled globally, including more than 1,800 in the U.S., and there were disruptions to many other public and retail services. Here's what we know about the outages:What caused the global Microsoft outages?The issue was caused by a technical problem that global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said it had identified in its software and was working to resolve. CrowdStrike provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices."Earlier...
Trump on assassination attempt: "I'm not supposed to be here"
Washington — Former President Donald Trump on Thursday recounted for the first time the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania and said he initially believed he was under attack but survived because of the "grace of almighty God.""So many people have asked me what happened, 'tell us what happened please,' and therefore, I'll tell you exactly what happened, and you'll never hear it from me a second time, because it's actually too painful to tell," Trump told the crowd gathered for the final day of the Republican National Convention in a speech formally accepting the party's presidential nomination.The former...
Fact check of Trump, others on Day 4 of the Republican National Convention
CBS News is fact checking some of the statements made by speakers during the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On Thursday, the fourth and final night of the RNC, GOP presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump is addressing the convention. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, Hulk Hogan and Trump's son, Eric Trump, were among the other speakers. CBS News is covering the RNC live. Former President Donald Trump says he oversaw the "best economy in the history of our country, in the history of the world:" FalseWhat we know: It is not...
Dallas judge's proposed "neutral third party" review of Juvenile Justice Center rejected
DALLAS COUNTY — So who's telling the truth about conditions inside Dallas County's Juvenile Justice Center?It is the question of the moment following new accusations from community activists who claim that the children being held there are subjected to "inhumane" conditions.Now, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is suggesting a new path to transparency, saying "all the information that comes out is negative. And then the juvenile director will have a press conference and say it's all untrue. Get the data to a neutral party so that everybody knows what is actually happening."Jenkins suggests allowing a neutral third party, such as representatives of...
Hot and dry weather briefly return to North Texas before cooler weather and storms
NORTH TEXAS — A little bit of rain hit the DFW airport Thursday, keeping temperatures below normal for the second day in a row. Just a couple of days ago DFW logged the hottest day of the year so far.Friday and Saturday look dry and hot, not so much on Sunday.Sunday we start to reap the benefit of an unusual weather pattern for mid-July. A deep trough is parked over the Great Lakes, it'll bring a northwest flow aloft for North Texas. This is a pattern that brings in storms and cooler weather.There are decent rain chances on Sunday and better rain chances on Monday and Tuesday.Saturday will be very much a July day, hot and sunny. From Sunday and next week? Very much like late May.No one is going to miss the hot, dry conditions that July normally brings. What relief in water and cooling bills. Here is your 7-day forecast.
Woman who lives near Trump rally site says "this is not what Butler should be known for"
BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) -- Two sisters from Butler, Pennsylvania, say they're still in shock nearly a week after witnessing the Trump rally shooting firsthand. The scary event all unfolded feet from one sister's home. "[I] can still hear the shots being fired and not knowing what's going on," Valerie Fennell admits to KDKA-TV News, as memories of last weekend keep flooding back of the Trump rally turned nightmare in her neighborhood.For Fennel and her sister Debbie Kuminkoski, the event last Saturday started in high spirits. "When I heard he was coming, I'm like, 'This is going to be awesome,' like this is...
FAA working overtime for busiest summer travel season in years: Dealing with delays
NORTH TEXAS – The FAA is working overtime to handle one of the busiest summer travel seasons in the past 15 years.Airlines can add new destinations and more flights to meet the growing demand, but the buck ultimately stops with the FAA. Air traffic controllers will slow down traffic for a variety of safety reasons.Anyone flying dreads a delay, which is why the FAA wants to explain what causes them."A knowledgeable passenger is going to be a happier passenger," said Ernie Snyder, an Integration and Efficiency Specialist with the FAA. "You know, at least I understand why - I may...
Fort Worth suburb on edge after multiple cars broken into 2 days in a row
FORT WORTH — Residents at the Aura apartment complex in the Fort Worth suburb of Benbrook are on edge tonight after multiple cars in the community were broken into, two days in a row."Shocked, it's been a very peaceful neighborhood," said resident Bill Mundy. "We've never had any issues or problems like this."Benbrook Police say on Tuesday morning between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. at least 12 cars were broken into. Some of the cars were locked but had their windows broken. Police say while car break-ins are not unusual around North Texas it is unusual that this community was hit on...
Lou Dobbs, conservative political commentator, dies at 78
Lou Dobbs, the conservative political pundit and cable TV host who was a nightly presence on Fox Business Network for more than a decade, has died. He was 78.His death was announced Thursday in a post on his official social media account, which called him a "fighter till the very end – fighting for what mattered to him the most, God, his family and the country.""Lou's legacy will forever live on as a patriot and a great American. We ask for your prayers for Lou's wonderful wife Debi, children and grandchildren," the post said.He hosted "Lou Dobbs Tonight" on Fox...
Is DeSoto's investment in ShotSpotter paying off?
DESOTO — It's been called a "gimmick" by some and credited with saving lives by others. Police use of gunshot detection technology has drawn plenty of criticism in recent years. But while some cities across the country are now choosing not to use it, one North Texas police department is pleased with the results it's seen using ShotSpotter.In 2023, the City of DeSoto signed a three-year contract with SoundThinking, ShotSpotter's parent company. The $300,000 contract was paid for with money from the American Rescue Plan Act — a legislative package created to help cities recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The DeSoto Police Department...
Bob Newhart, star of "The Bob Newhart Show," dies at age 94
Bob Newhart, the actor and comedian who starred in "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died, his publicist confirmed to CBS News. He was 94.In a statement posted on his Facebook page, the Newhart family wrote: "Our father passed away this morning surrounded by all our family. We feel blessed that he is reunited with our mom and all of his friends waiting for him. Thank you for all of your well wishes. He was deeply loved by all, but especially by his children and grandchildren."Newhart, who was from the Chicago area, worked as an accountant until his career in...
Dollar Days return to the Dallas Zoo. Here's when and how to get $1 tickets.
DALLAS – Dollar Days at the Dallas Zoo are back. Every summer, for two days, the Dallas Zoo drops admission price to $1 for anyone ages 3 and older. This summer, those days are July 18 and Aug. 6. Tickets for July 18 sold out quickly but they are still available for Aug. 6.The zoo said the Dollar Days are to show appreciation for the community's support and to make the zoo accessible to anyone.In addition to the discounted admission, snacks are available for $1, $2 or $3.To combat the Texas heat, the zoo has permanently added misting fans throughout the property. They also implemented summer hours from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Dollar Days, zoo hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.The zoo suggests using a rideshare service or taking the DART Red Line straight to the entrance to avoid the busy parking lot. If you do park at the zoo, it's $12 per vehicle. Admission to the zoo ranges from $18 to $24 on a regular day. Kids under the age of 2 are free everyday.
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