Texas teacher resigns after experiment sends student to ER
A teacher is out of a job and a student has serious burns after an in-class science experiment goes awry in North Texas.
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A teacher is out of a job and a student has serious burns after an in-class science experiment goes awry in North Texas.
On Monday morning students and staff will walk through the doors of Grace Hardeman Elementary School in Watauga for the first time in weeks.
Jacksboro ISD students returned to the classroom Tuesday following last week's tornado. Parents said they felt a range of emotions as they dropped off their kids.
Officials said they will make plans to have water delivered to each campus if the notice is not lifted by Wednesday.
Like several other North Texas school districts, Fort Worth ISD is dealing with a teacher shortage, and to combat the problem the district is now taking its recruiting efforts beyond state lines.
She had been serving as Plano ISD's Deputy Superintendent and will replace retiring Superintendent Sara Bosner who has led the school district since 2018.
The DeSoto Independent School District is implementing some major changes as students return to the classroom today.
Following its first meeting, task force members recommended expanding membership to more classroom teachers across the state.
Spring Break is a time when kids can celebrate a recess from the classroom but it can also be a time when powerful lessons are learned.
Campuses are closed for the week, but people are still able to go and pick up meals for their Dallas Independent School District students if they need them.
When 28 educators from across the state meet this year to study the critical shortage of teachers Texas school districts are face, there will be few teachers among them.
The changes come as the district responds to a disturbing video that went viral this week, showing a DeSoto West Middle School student throwing a chair at a substitute teacher.
An appeals court has thrown out an order that has kept the Fort Worth Independent School District from enforcing a mask requirement.
Some major changes coming to DeSoto ISD after students and a substitute teacher were recorded on video throwing chairs at each other in a classroom.
Dallas ISD's Kimball High School is once again making a run for a boys' state basketball title, but they'll do so without Kyron Henderson.
The victim was bitten on both arms, her leg and side.
Ryan Niblett's 75-yard punt return sealed the win as Arch Manning and the Longhorns bounced back from a tough loss to Florida, reclaiming the Golden Hat and reviving playoff hopes.
According to police, no students were involved in the incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
An unexpected call led to a swift decision on a highly anticipated Friday night matchup.
Stephen Puzio is accused of choking a 15-year-old until he lost consciousness, then stepping on his face.
They are small and cheap, and they are turning legal rifles into illegal machine guns.
ICEBlock, a crowdsourced app with 1.4 million users, was removed from the App Store following pressure from federal officials and criticism after a shooting at an ICE facility.
Even officers fired for drugs or excessive force can win their jobs back under Texas' civil service system — and many do.
Federal officials say the apps pose a threat to law enforcement.
The CBS News Texas I-Team first reported in April that many veterans were receiving fewer approved hours through the Department of Veterans Affairs' Homemaker Home Health Aide (H/HHA) Program.
The Ukrainian leader wrote in a social media post that if a war can be stopped in one region, "surely other wars can be stopped as well."
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
Jack Fink speaks with Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate James Talarico at a campaign event in Fort Worth. He tells Jack how he plans to turn his message into action if elected for the position.
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson discusses the GOP primary in the race for U.S. Senate with the addition of Congressman Wesley Hunt. "I think that the Hunt entry is a bit of a wild card that they'll have to figure out and calibrate what they want to do in response," Wilson tells Jack Fink.
"For us, it's a lifestyle," said Joe Chavez. "It's not just a weekend of cruising. It's a whole culture, it's a whole thing."
"We would love for them to feel as if they are performing with us, that's our goal."
You can't talk about impactful Texas musicians without mentioning Jose De Leon Hernandez—better known as Little Joe from "Little Joe y la Familia."
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
Chef Rambo Saucedo, from Cantina Laredo shares how food plays a role in the celebration and preservation of culture.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Lineman Brian Abalos is used to danger. Every day, he is up in the air working on power lines.
A 70-year-old Dallas County man has died from the West Nile virus, DCHHS said Monday, marking the first reported West Nile death in the county this season.
Pfizer is the first of many drug makers President Trump claimed has agreed to offer steep drug discounts to all Americans through TrumpRx, in line with the lowest prices paid by Europeans.
Shep, 11, has the fatal disease, but isn't letting it stop him from living his life.
President Trump's announcement this week about an alleged link between Tylenol and autism has drawn pushback from medical experts.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Plano store will close in early 2027 after the company sold the property to the mall's developer.
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
A'ja Wilson scored 31 points, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both added 18 and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.
Schumaker was named National League Manager of the Year in 2023 when he was with the Miami Marlins.
Mikko Rantanen scored the first goal and had two assists and the Dallas Stars won in coach Glen Gulutzan's return, overcoming Kyle Connor's hat trick to hold off the Winnipeg Jets 5-4 on Thursday night in the opener for both teams.
The Savannah Bananas will make their Globe Life Field debut in September 2026, when they'll take on the Texas Tailgaters for three games. But that's not the only Texas games they will play.
With rumors and reports swirling that Bill Belichick's time at the University of North Carolina could be coming to an abrupt end, the head coach and the school released a joint statement saying they remain committed to each other.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have been beefing for years, with the two rappers releasing several diss tracks about one another.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
The Grammy-winning artist was honored on Tuesday with sign-toppers in the neighborhood where his debut album was recorded.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
