Dallas County Surpasses 100K Coronavirus Cases, 1,269 More Reported Friday
"Today we've reached the grim milestone of 100,000 Dallas County residents who have been sickened with COVID-19," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
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"Today we've reached the grim milestone of 100,000 Dallas County residents who have been sickened with COVID-19," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Harwood Junior High is moving to online learning for two weeks after a higher than usual number of positive test results for COVID-19.
El Paso joins a list of 10 other cities, including Houston, San Antonio and multiple cities in the Rio Grande Valley region, to receive aid from the Department of Defense.
For a second day in a row, the United States has broken a record for single day coronavirus cases. Thursday the nation logged more than 116,000 new cases. Doctors are also noticing a rising number of cases among children.
The Texas Funeral Service Commission also has been asked to send representatives to make an assessment of the needs of the area's funeral homes and mortuaries.
Using federal COVID-19 relief money, Hideaway, Texas become the one of the first cities in the country to launch a community-wide antibody testing program.
Dallas County on Thursday reported 601 confirmed COVID-19 cases, along with six more deaths.
Thousands of Fort Worth ISD teachers received an email from UT-Southwestern Medical Center on Thursday asking them to take part in a COVID-19 prevalence study.
In virtually every grade, the measure of academic progress has dropped and the school district says online learning and high absenteeism is hurting student achievement.
The Fort Worth ISD is participating in a voluntary study examining the prevalence of COVID-19 infections and exposure in North Texas and why certain people are more affected than others.
Duncanville ISD wants its workers to know they're appreciated, and is sending each one a check for $2,000 so they know.
A community in Texas stepped up to help after a farmer died from COVID-19 before harvesting his crops.
Summer-like temperatures and trees washed in bronze, yet many North Texans are rushing toward some Christmas comfort.
Dallas County on Wednesday reported 687 confirmed COVID-19 cases and two more deaths, including a man in his 30s who was found dead at a hotel.
During the two days the campus is closed, students and teachers will switch to online learning.
The COVID-19 surge in the El Paso area continues as health officials reported an all-time high of 3,100 new cases on Wednesday.
Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 719 additional positive cases of COVID-19 in Dallas County on Tuesday, November 3.
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission has suspended the alcohol permits of three Dallas businesses following an inspection over COVID-19 protocols.
Judge Samaniego ordered the shutdown on Oct. 29 amid a skyrocketing number of COVID-19 cases he said was "overwhelming" the county's medical resources.
Deputy Johnny Tunches, 56, died Tuesday after being hospitalized for nearly a month, according to a news release from the department.
If you or someone you know recently tested positive for coronavirus, you still have the right to vote in-person, it makes no difference if you are sick or in quarantine.
The county explained a large network of outpatient clinics has just begun comprehensive electronic reporting of their antigen testing results to DCHHS.
Though it isn't the biggest in the union, Texas has surpassed every U.S. state -- including California -- and recorded the highest number of positive coronavirus tests so far.
For most receiving unemployment benefits, this means recipients will need to prove they've done at least three job searches per week in order to remain eligible for benefits.
The additional death reported Sunday is a woman in her 60s who was critically ill in an area hospital, and had underlying high risk health conditions.
Wednesday will be nice and a little warmer than on Tuesday.
Maps show the best weeks in 2025 for leaf peeping across the U.S., with peak colors arriving as early as late September in some states.
A potential state takeover is looming for Fort Worth ISD and a group of parents are doing all they can to stop it.
Some Dallas ISD schools issue virtual hall passes to keep track of students.
When President Trump ate at a Washington restaurant to promote his federal law enforcement surge in the nation's capital, he was greeted by protesters inside but cheers outside.
Wednesday will be nice and a little warmer than on Tuesday.
Maps show the best weeks in 2025 for leaf peeping across the U.S., with peak colors arriving as early as late September in some states.
Lithium-ion battery fires are rising in North Texas, pushing firefighters to test new tactics against the dangerous blazes.
A potential state takeover is looming for Fort Worth ISD and a group of parents are doing all they can to stop it.
Some Dallas ISD schools issue virtual hall passes to keep track of students.
Lithium-ion battery fires are rising in North Texas, pushing firefighters to test new tactics against the dangerous blazes.
Following the enactment of a strict ban on abortions, research has shown more Texas families are losing newborns.
Five people were killed in a crash on I-20 near Terrell, Texas in June.
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.
When President Trump ate at a Washington restaurant to promote his federal law enforcement surge in the nation's capital, he was greeted by protesters inside but cheers outside.
The Polish military said late Tuesday it's responding to unspecified "drone-type objects" that entered its airspace during Russian strikes on Ukraine.
SMU Political Science Professor Matthew Wilson discusses the U.S. Senate race now that State Rep. James Talarico has joined the Democratic primary. He said Talarico's entrance, "creates a competitive primary environment."
Democratic State Rep. and now candidate for U.S. Senate, James Talarico of Austin, discusses why he jumped into the race. "I just firmly believe that all 30 million Texans deserve a U.S. Senator who's gonna represent their interests, not the interests of billionaire megadonors," said Talarico.
In August, the Pentagon offered full military funeral honors to Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt, after denying her family's request for the honor in 2021.
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.
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
When it comes to children with disabilities, the focus is often on their needs, but a North Texas nonprofit is shifting attention to the moms who make sure those needs are met.
The Texas Poison Center Network said that so far this year, it has received 192 reports of exposures involving kratom or 7-OH.
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.
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.
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.
Eagles DT Jalen Carter avoided further suspension and was fined $57,222 for spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott in Week 1.
On Sept. 6, Kidd was inducted alongside members of the 2008 U.S. men's Olympic team in the Hall of Fame's 2025 class.
All of those rookie fill-ins are keeping the injury-plagued Texas Rangers in playoff contention.
Michael Helman drove in all the Texas runs with a grand slam and a double, lefty Jacob Latz pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings and the playoff-chasing Rangers beat the MLB-best Milwaukee Brewers 5-0.
Born in Mustang, Texas, in 1938, his coaching career included over 400 winning games and eight state championships.
Lady Gaga will bring her sold-out MAYHEM Ball tour to Fort Worth's Dickies Arena on Feb. 28 and March 1, 2026, with tickets on sale starting Sept. 10.
Debbie Gibson wrote about the highs-and-lows of her career in her new memoir, "Eternally Electric: The Message in My Music."
A lightsaber Darth Vader used in the Star Wars films "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" sold at auction for more than $3.6 million.
The NFL season opened with the defending champ Philadelphia Eagles edging the Dallas Cowboys, 24-20 in a game with a rare, hour-long lightning-related delay.
From Fort Worth to Ferris, a wave of productions is transforming North Texas into a national film hub — and giving local talent new opportunities.
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.
