J.D. Miles

Dallas, Fort Worth

News Reporter at KTVT-TV (Ft. Worth, TX)

News Reporter at KTXA-TV (Ft Worth, TX)

CBS 11 News Reporter born in Dallas, raised in Plano, schooled at SMU, lived in Tennessee and Oklahoma. Please send your news story tips to [email protected]

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Texas Legislature passes landmark alcohol ID law inspired by grieving mother

4 days ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

Texas bill would mandate electronic ID scanners for alcohol sales to curb underage drinking A bill requiring electronic ID readers at grocery and convenience stores that sell alcohol is now just a signature away from becoming law in Texas – a move being hailed as one of the most transformational changes to the state's liquor laws in three decades.
Fort Worth organization raises awareness and support for veteran suicide prevention

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

An estimated 22 men and women who have served in our military are dying in battle each day. It's not from a battle in a combat zone, but rather a battle going on inside their own minds. Preventing suicide among US veterans is one of the missions that a Fort Worth-based organization is focused on addressing and bringing to the public's attention. When she joined the Marine Corps as a teenager, Kara Martin thought she had her career and future planned out.
Federal lawsuit could delay McKinney airport expansion indefinitely

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | S.E. Jenkins |Aarhus Universitet |J.D. Miles

A federal lawsuit has been filed to stop the expansion of the McKinney National Airport over environmental concerns. The North Texas Conservation Association is challenging the environmental study conducted by the City of McKinney related to the airport expansion, which promises to attract commercial passenger service. "We believe the environmental assessment done on the McKinney airport expansion is seriously flawed," NTCA's President, Dr. Paul Chabot, said.
North Texas grandfather organizes fundraiser for his 3-year-old granddaughter

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

The grandfather of a North Texas girl who is fighting a deadly disease is doing what he does best to help her get the treatment she needs. A fundraiser called 'Mudbugs for Mabel', scheduled for Saturday, May 24, in Lewisville, will hopefully raise money for medical expenses that the 3-year-old girl's family needs. "It's kind of hard to explain leukemia to a 3-year-old so we're using the term the big sick," said Mabel's mother Sarah Manchey.
Retailers brace as hemp-derived THC products ban nears law in Texas

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

Texas lawmakers near ban on THC hemp products, sparking concern among small businesses A sweeping ban on hemp-derived THC products is on the verge of becoming law in Texas, with Senate Bill 3 now awaiting only the governor's signature after clearing both legislative chambers.
Experts warn against anti-sunscreen misinformation campaign on social media

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

Experts warn against sunscreen misinformation campaign on social media May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. We have all been told that wearing sunscreen is one of the best ways to prevent it. But doctors and skin care experts are warning about a dangerous misinformation campaign on social media that's encouraging young people not to use sunscreen.
North Texas beekeeper turns to politics to save bees, launching campaign for Texas Agriculture Commissioner

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

Beekeeper turns to politics to save bees, launches campaign for Texas Agriculture Commissioner A North Texas man who has made a fortune off of honey is turning to politics to save the creatures that made him rich. This could be the worst year in recorded history for honey bees, which are dying at an alarming rate. It has the McKinney man who started what's become the most popular brand of honey in America now running to become the next Texas Agriculture Commissioner.
Fort Worth parents continue fight against fentanyl after tragedy, but law comes too late for son

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | J.D. Miles

Fort Worth parents continue fight against fentanyl after tragedy A Fort Worth couple has devoted their lives to raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl since the death of their son. But Ofie and Frank Moreno, who helped push for a new law that makes supplying fentanyl to people who die face a murder charge, ironically, won't see the kind of justice they were hoping for in their son's case.
Austin Metcalf's father seeks answers after learning Karmelo Anthony may still graduate high school

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | S.E. Jenkins |Aarhus Universitet |J.D. Miles

Frisco stabbing victim's dad wants answers on accused teen's diploma The father of a Frisco teen fatally stabbed during an April track meet is demanding answers after learning his son's accused killer will graduate high school — despite facing a murder charge. Tuesday night, an advocacy group announced that Karmelo Anthony, the teen accused of fatally stabbing Frisco Memorial High School athlete Austin Metcalf during a track meet in early April, will get his diploma.
Family keeps hope alive for North Texas student on life support after “Senior Assassin” game injury

3 weeks ago | kwtx.com | J.D. Miles

(CBS News Texas) - The South Grand Prairie High School baseball team is honoring the 17-year-old student fighting for his life after playing a controversial water gun game popular among graduating seniors. His family reports encouraging signs of responsiveness, fueling hope for his recovery.