Health Officials Confirm First Known Case Of UK COVID-19 Variant In Texas
Health officials have confirmed the first known case of COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7 (the same variant discovered in the UK) in Texas.
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Health officials have confirmed the first known case of COVID-19 variant B.1.1.7 (the same variant discovered in the UK) in Texas.
"My dad has been trying to get the vaccine and he has not been successful yet," Carri Craver said. "When I saw this problem, I thought I can solve this."
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout prepares for a shot in the arm In Dallas County.
In six of the largest districts in North Texas, schools were unable to find a substitute to fill-in nearly half the time when a teacher was out during the fall semester.
"With the high spread we're seeing in the community, January and February will be our worst months for both hospitalizations and new COVID cases," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
The recent surge in coronavirus cases in major cities is also happening in rural areas in Texas and across the country.
While not much has changed in terms of protocol for area districts, the American Academy of Pediatrics did update its guidance.
Large chain and small neighborhood pharmacies are being inundated with requests for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Hospitalizations with the illness the coronavirus causes set a ninth-consecutive record by topping 13,300 on Tuesday, with 626 patients requiring intensive care.
Seven providers in the county did receive shipments, but not the health department's locations.
The biggest reason people have not received their checks by now is the IRS is still in the process of sending out paper checks as well as payments on debit cards.
Nearly 10 months of staying at home have passed, and, with that, we've never needed our home appliances more.
"We as individuals control these numbers and our actions drive them up or down. Please follow the recommendations to limit all non-essential activity," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
First, they recommend going online and check your doctor, local hospital, local pharmacy or local health department's website and/or social media for vaccine availability information.
A spokesperson said the the prevalence of COVID-19 positive patients has caused "a severe stress on inpatient and emergency department bed capacity and staffing resources."
With a surge in COVID-19 related deaths in Tarrant County the medical examiner's office has started using two refrigerated trailers to store bodies.
As of late Monday night, air traffic was getting back on schedule while airlines worked through the backlog.
Some agencies indicated staff members were still navigating appointment portals and dealing with long waits in line to receive their dose.
"It's hard to reckon with the numbers that we're talking about and that's why I wanted to do a thought exercise," said Elizabeth Duval of Richardson.
Individuals who fall in groups Phase 1A and Phase 1B are currently eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
Mayor George Fuller said too many of his residents are still in the dark about what they should be doing to get vaccinated, especially those who are most vulnerable.
People with the coronavirus in Austin now have somewhere to receive treatment outside of the hospital.
"January and February will likely be our highest months for hospitalizations and new cases," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
U.S. Rep. Kay Granger has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Officials with the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office have confirmed a jail inmate recently passed away from COVID-19.
As the new school year begins, the Diocese of Dallas is welcoming a new leader in Catholic education.
Fans at The Star in Frisco watched as storm clouds moved into the Dallas Cowboys-themed area on Thursday.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a judge on Thursday to bar DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi from making "inflammatory" statements.
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager had an appendectomy after experiencing abdominal pain during a game the previous night.
Parsons said in a statement that it is a sad day and that he never wanted this chapter of his life to end; however,"not everything was under my control."
As the new school year begins, the Diocese of Dallas is welcoming a new leader in Catholic education.
Fans at The Star in Frisco watched as storm clouds moved into the Dallas Cowboys-themed area on Thursday.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a judge on Thursday to bar DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi from making "inflammatory" statements.
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager had an appendectomy after experiencing abdominal pain during a game the previous night.
Parsons said in a statement that it is a sad day and that he never wanted this chapter of his life to end; however,"not everything was under my control."
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.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a judge on Thursday to bar DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi from making "inflammatory" statements.
Teixeira will run as a Republican in the 21st District, which covers much of the Hill Country.
Mexican senators came to blows after a heated debate over alleged opposition calls for the U.S. to intervene militarily against drug cartels.
Immigration officials are moving detainees out of a controversial, state-run detention center in the middle of the Florida Everglades dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz."
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.
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.
Fans at The Star in Frisco watched as storm clouds moved into the Dallas Cowboys-themed area on Thursday.
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager had an appendectomy after experiencing abdominal pain during a game the previous night.
Parsons said in a statement that it is a sad day and that he never wanted this chapter of his life to end; however,"not everything was under my control."
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.
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.
