New Efforts In Dallas To Streamline COVID-19 Vaccination Process
The city of Dallas announced Friday the state had agreed to send it 5,000 doses to begin operating its own vaccination hub at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.
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The city of Dallas announced Friday the state had agreed to send it 5,000 doses to begin operating its own vaccination hub at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.
With the wait list in Dallas County as high as 300,000 people, the county is using various software programs to determine the most vulnerable.
A total of 1,975 Dallas County residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19 illness after 31 more deaths were reported Friday.
Newly elected congresswoman Beth Van Duyne visited three vaccination sites in North Texas on Friday to see what else the federal government can do.
The city of Dallas will be receiving a direct allotment of COVID-19 vaccines, which will be distributed to the public at the convention center next week.
Plano police said Bob Manus, who was with the city's crossing guard program for 16 years, "was very special to the Brinker Elementary community."
He's been holding socially distanced shows for months and comedian Dave Chappelle had brought his act to Texas... now he has the coronavirus.
More than 24,300,000 people in the U.S. have gotten the virus since then and more than 404,000 people have now died, according to the CDC.
Many Texans have found comfort in a Facebook page called "Covid Survivors from Texas."
Support for a third round of stimulus checks will likely be bipartisan but because it's a part of a larger $1.9 trillion relief plan, it could be weeks before Congress hammers out a deal.
There is a cumulative total of 213,600 confirmed cases in Dallas County, along with 28,061 probably cases as of Thursday.
In a statement Thursday about his COVID-19 diagnosis, Rep. Wright said he's been in quarantine since last Friday, Jan. 15 and so far is experiencing "minor symptoms."
The CDC says scientists are monitoring changes in the virus, including these spike proteins, which show how it spreads and what happens to those infected.
"Texas must avoid an additional surge in cases. Hospitals can't take much more. Fatalities are still increasing," the Department of State Health Services tweeted on its official account.
Dallas County on Wednesday reported 3,469 new COVID-19 cases, along with 30 more deaths.
Rapper Bow Wow apologized for taking the stage in a packed nightclub in Houston over the weekend.
There is a cumulative total of 208,991 confirmed cases (PCR test) in Dallas County since the pandemic began.
"Ii'm disappointed that there's not more of a balance between the larger counties," said Collin County Commissioner Darrell Hale.
Remarks expected at 12:15 p.m. Texas Governor Greg Abbott will hold a roundtable discussion and deliver remarks alongside healthcare professionals on Tuesday, January 19, at Houston Methodist Hospital. That according to a release from Abbott's office.
President-elect Joe Biden's inaugural committee will hold a memorial to remember and honor the nearly 400,000 people who've died as a result of COVID-19 and cities across North Texas are taking part.
"For the love of God boys, y'all don't want this. Stay safe out there," Chief Sam Greif told his firefighters.
Coronavirus hospitalizations remain near their record high and intensive-care units in several regions are at or near capacity, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
The new variant strain of COVID-19, first seen in the UK, is now in Dallas. But there is some good news -- more vaccines are on the way.
"The NCAA has to have the almighty dollar from the men's tournament. The almighty dollar is more important than the health and welfare of me, the players or anybody else," Baylor Lady Bears basketball coach Kim Mulkey said.
Dallas County on Sunday reported 1,377 new COVID-19 cases, along with 13 more deaths.
Adolis García, Joc Pederson and Kyle Higashioka each hit a three-run homer, Corey Seager went deep a team-leading 21st time and the Texas Rangers blew out the Los Angeles Angels 20-3.
Paul Benes says his 911 call for help during his younger brother's mental health crisis ended in tragedy.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot has an estimated cash value of $428.9 million.
Adam King was elected Johnson County sheriff in 2016 and is currently serving his third term.
"Today's attack at a Catholic school in Minnesota is horrific and heartbreaking," said Abbott.
Adolis García, Joc Pederson and Kyle Higashioka each hit a three-run homer, Corey Seager went deep a team-leading 21st time and the Texas Rangers blew out the Los Angeles Angels 20-3.
Paul Benes says his 911 call for help during his younger brother's mental health crisis ended in tragedy.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot has an estimated cash value of $428.9 million.
Adam King was elected Johnson County sheriff in 2016 and is currently serving his third term.
"Today's attack at a Catholic school in Minnesota is horrific and heartbreaking," said Abbott.
The company that employed the driver in a crash that killed five people in Terrell has a history of violations.
Even though the project was first proposed 57 years ago, construction hasn't started on the Marvin Nichols Reservoir.
The VA in North Texas is using a new algorithm to calculate the hours of in-home care that veterans receive.
The nonprofit employs men and women who have had past run-ins with the law to work as mentors for at-risk teens and young men.
Sidhartha "Sammy" Mukherjee and his wife Sunita became known for their Bollywood-style performances, became local celebrities, hosting parties and headlining music and cultural events.
A lawyer for Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he has asked a judge to reopen his immigration proceedings and is seeking asylum in the United States.
In the weeks since President Trump deployed the National Guard to Washington, D.C., violent crime is down vs. the same time last year.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has suspended more than 20 employees who signed an open letter criticizing the agency, multiple sources told CBS News.
They accuse Texas legislative leaders of engaging in gerrymandering to prevent Black voters from electing candidates of their choice.
Florida has plans to target three to five House seats held by Democrats.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
For the first time in more than 30 years, a Fort Worth community long considered a "health care desert" now has nearby access to basic medical care.
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Pepsi hops on another nutritional bandwagon as more consumers opt for prebiotic beverages.
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Target CEO Brian Cornell, who helped reenergize the company but has struggled to turn around weak sales in a more competitive retail landscape since the COVID pandemic, plans to step down Feb. 1.
A truck had smashed through the front of Bruno's Place, destroying much of the inside.
Kroger said it intentionally decreased prices, but some customers said the financial drop at the register went in a different direction.
Could the solution to school shootings be drone first responders? An Austin-based tech company thinks so and is testing them at a private high school in Aurora.
Located off the Guadalupe River in Historic Old Ingram Loop, the shop was once filled floor to with lighting, decor and trinkets.
Adolis García, Joc Pederson and Kyle Higashioka each hit a three-run homer, Corey Seager went deep a team-leading 21st time and the Texas Rangers blew out the Los Angeles Angels 20-3.
As football season approaches, Mansfield ISD is rolling out new equipment designed to help players hit hard without risking head injuries.
The suspension comes after Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felonies stemming from a 2024 car crash in Dallas.
Patrick Corbin gave up three hits over eight shutout innings, Corey Seager became the first Ranger to reach 20 home runs this season, and Texas beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-3.
Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi is likely done for the season because of a rotator cuff strain.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
According to Netflix, the House isn't a pop-up or an install – like other experiences around town – but a permanent fixture in Dallas.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
