Keeping Classroom Air Safe Will Take More Than Just Masks, Says UT Arlington Air Pollution Expert
Schools typically recirculate cooled or warmed air to save on energy costs, but Professor Melanie Sattler said that is not a safe option now.
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Schools typically recirculate cooled or warmed air to save on energy costs, but Professor Melanie Sattler said that is not a safe option now.
"Pandemics hit tourism very hard. But in addition to that, we've also had our manufacturing hit," said Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams.
Downtown Mansfield, Inc. said they cost $6,000 each and the nonprofit will need to come up with more funding for future parklets.
Frisco ISD has suspended participation in competitive marching band events for the fall season.
Whether the elastic is too tight or the cloth is too thick, there are a lot of reasons for mask fatigue.
Crowd attendance was already going to be no more than 50% of maximum occupancy at the stadium, but that idea is under review.
Baylor University is requiring a negative COVID-19 test of all students coming to campus for the fall semester.
"We must continue the spirit of sacrifice for the community good that has led people to forgo unnecessary trips," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Republican Congressman Louie Gohmert (R-TX) has tested positive for coronavirus, CBS News has confirmed. He has not been wearing a mask inside the U.S. Capitol, flouting safety guidelines.
The software recently placed in a Facebook competition and Moksh Nirvaan is looking to offer it to hospitals and clinics.
The Denton City Council voted that essential businesses in the city must continue to require all employees and customers to wear face masks.
Health officials are reporting single day high numbers of new coronavirus cases and deaths for Collin County since the pandemic began.
Some North Texas families are organizing rallies in an effort to pressure school districts to re-open during the coronavirus pandemic.
Superintendent Dr. Kent Scribner answered parents questions and concerns about back to school plans.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released a legal opinion that says local health authorities can't issue blanket orders to close schools to prevent COVID-19 cases.
Kluber, who exited his start Sunday after one inning, had a platelet-rich plasma injection and returned to his home in the Boston area.
Staff won't teach children, but monitor their virtual learning and offer support while facilitating breaks and afternoon programming like yoga or art.
When North Texas schools reopen for in-person learning, most classrooms will have a new look to them. But what will that look like exactly?
Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 789 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases Tuesday and 15 more deaths.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has given the green light for school officials -- both public and private -- to decide whether, when, and how to open school.
The 24th annual Dallas Mayor's Back to School Fair is set to take place August 20-21 at Fair Park.
Hiring managers say the passing of a recent bond election has helped them weather the COVID-19 storm and they are in position to offer jobs across all city departments.
The Waxahachie theme park with five uniquely themed haunts was scheduled to run Friday and Saturday nights October 2 – October 31, 2020.
As arguments rage about whether it is safe to have children back in classrooms amid the COVID-19 pandemic, there is another major hurdle -- how to get them to campuses.
The Trump administration has agreed not to expel a group of immigrant children it detained in a McAllen, Texas hotel under an emergency declaration citing the coronavirus.
DPD said that Angel Vergara Rosas was arrested on Sept. 3 for the hit-and-run death of Henry Cruz.
Anyone planning on attending weekend festivities should be prepared to dress for the heat.
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Merchants say city projects have slashed profits and forced loans; officials promise access and support as 2026 World Cup deadline nears
The Rangers jumped on rookie Jonah Tong for six first-inning runs to hand the Mets their third seven-game skid of the season.
The man says he dropped his gun after seeing police badges — but was shot anyway. His children were detained, and the home was damaged by gunfire.
DPD said that Angel Vergara Rosas was arrested on Sept. 3 for the hit-and-run death of Henry Cruz.
Anyone planning on attending weekend festivities should be prepared to dress for the heat.
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Merchants say city projects have slashed profits and forced loans; officials promise access and support as 2026 World Cup deadline nears
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.
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Democratic Texas Rep. Venton Jones says he defends Texas A&M University and the professor who included gender identity in a Children's Literature class. He says, "They did not break any laws. They were exercising their academic freedom".
Former Texas Congressman Colin Allred discusses Rep. James Talarico's announcement that he will be joining an increasingly crowded Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Allred tells Jack Fink his main platform issues include fighting corruption and lowering costs for the public.
Texas Republican Rep. Brian Harrison has blasted Texas A&M University leadership on X for a now-fired professor's lesson involving discussion of gender identity. He tells Jack Fink, "[The student] was discriminated against on the basis of her conservative beliefs and her First Amendment free speech rights were absolutely violated."
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
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.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
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.
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.
The Dallas Wings star finished her debut season with the third most points ever by a rookie and second most assists.
Bueckers scored 10 of her 15 first-half points in the final 2:30 to help Dallas build a 57-47 lead.
The Dallas Cowboys have an eight-game winning streak over the New York Giants going into Sunday's meeting of NFC East rivals.
Jake Burger homered twice and the playoff-chasing Texas Rangers beat Milwaukee 6-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Eagles DT Jalen Carter avoided further suspension and was fined $57,222 for spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott in Week 1.
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.
