Dallas County Can Now Do Zika Virus Testing
A faster way for North Texans to get Zika virus test results begins Monday, now that the DCHHS is able to perform the tests on their own, rather than having samples sent off to the CDC.
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A faster way for North Texans to get Zika virus test results begins Monday, now that the DCHHS is able to perform the tests on their own, rather than having samples sent off to the CDC.
A four-county chase that began in Rockwall County and that topped speeds of 100 miles an hour ended late Thursday when the suspect vehicle was spiked and then crashed in Waco.
According to Dallas County Health and Human Services, the four possible cases are travelers who recently visited impacted areas.
Dallas County Health and Human Services is looking into four more possible cases of the Zika virus in North Texas. Health officials are now waiting to receive the specimen results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The state's top criminal court has ruled that it was improper for a Dallas County jury to give an automatic life-without-parole sentence to a man convicted of a double killing in Dallas when he was 17 years old.
The patient recently traveled to Venezuela and was diagnosed with the virus upon returning to Dallas County.
The renovation will widen MacArthur from a 2-lane asphalt roadway to a 4-lane divided concrete thoroughfare from Interstate 30 to north of the Trinity River.
If you haven't gotten a flu shot already, doctors say now's a good time to do it.
Plano police said officers chased a man driving a dump truck with a stolen ATM inside to Hutchins.
A court hearing was held on Friday, focusing on the future of embattled Dallas County District Attorney Susan Hawk, and whether or not she should be removed from office.
As residents are recovering from the deadly tornadoes that hit Dallas County over a week ago, it's important to make sure they know the proper steps to take over the next few weeks.
Many organizations and volunteers have come together to help clean up storm damage and embrace a sense of community since a deadly tornado outbreak hit North Texas on Dec. 26.
Join communities across North Texas continuing to rebuild following the deadly tornadoes over the weekend.
Under state law, once the governor issues a declaration, vendors are prohibited from charging exorbitant prices for necessities such as drinking water, food, batteries, generators, towing, clothing, medicine, lodging, repair work and fuel during and after the crisis.
Collin, Dallas, Ellis and Rockwall counties have all been declared disasters.
The local Red Cross shelter is at Red Oak Middle School (154 Louise Ritter Blvd.).
Police say Eric Rocha, 22, along with at least two other suspect attempted to break into an occupied home.
Dallas County District Attorney Susan Hawk is launching a new unit Monday aimed at helping offenders who are suffering from mental illness. She is expected to give more details about the unit on Monday.
There is a bold new plan being proposed for one of the busiest highways in North Texas – Interstate-35E and US 67 in southern Dallas County. The Southern Gateway Project is pushing to develop "long-term transportation and operational improvements in the area."
Indictment says Rosa Maria Ortega fraudulently registered to vote in Dallas County by claiming to be a U.S. citizen.
Commerce Police say the man stole several cars and crashed all of them.
The vehicles burst into flames on impact, killing all inside the passenger vehicle.
Hawk returned to work Thursday following an absence to receive treatment for depression.
Given the highly publicized firings of her top staff, her alleged erratic behavior and her bout with depression, Susan Hawk has had a rough start as Dallas County DA.
Dallas County District Attorney Susan Hawk has been away from the office since July, but she finally returned on Thursday.
SWAT officers found a woman dead inside the room after the suspect surrendered. He remains hospitalized with gunshot wounds, according to police.
The crash involved four vehicles, one of which fled the scene before police arrived.
Former NL Manager of the Year led the Marlins to the postseason in 2023. Son Brody is committed to playing at TCU.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
High-achieving seniors at International Leadership of Texas were set to meet national and international leaders in Washington, D.C., but the trip was called off due to federal closures.
SWAT officers found a woman dead inside the room after the suspect surrendered. He remains hospitalized with gunshot wounds, according to police.
The crash involved four vehicles, one of which fled the scene before police arrived.
Former NL Manager of the Year led the Marlins to the postseason in 2023. Son Brody is committed to playing at TCU.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
High-achieving seniors at International Leadership of Texas were set to meet national and international leaders in Washington, D.C., but the trip was called off due to federal closures.
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.
Out of 59 North Texas school districts the CBS News Texas I-Team surveyed, five adopted Bluebonnet Learning RLA for this school year.
The Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to end temporary legal protections for more than 300,000 Venezuelan migrants.
Democratic candidate for Texas Governor Andrew White discusses his campaign to unseat Gov. Greg Abbott. White ran for the governor's office in 2018. He says, "I'm the same person today as I was back then, but I think the party's ready for me, because Democrats want a candidate who can win in November, and I'm the right candidate for that."
The Department of Homeland Security and FBI have issued a joint intelligence bulletin obtained by CBS News that warns of attacks on ICE by "domestic violent extremists."
Federal health officials have approved another generic version of the abortion pill, prompting outrage from abortion opponents.
Prices are reported by Americans as still rising, and many think AI will lead to fewer jobs.
"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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Jones also said no one is a bigger fan of Swift's than he is, and he appreciates the kind of interest she has brought to the NFL.
The Dallas Mavericks marked the 20th anniversary of Dirk Nowitzki's foundation by sponsoring renovated basketball courts in his hometown of Würzburg, Germany.
Giants executive Buster Posey doesn't consider his former manager Bruce Bochy a candidate to fill the vacant position again for San Francisco.
The Dallas Wings have fired coach Chris Koclanes after going 10-34 in his only season.
Bruce Bochy will not return as the Texas Rangers manager next season, the organization announced Monday night.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
Jones also said no one is a bigger fan of Swift's than he is, and he appreciates the kind of interest she has brought to the NFL.
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
Dutch producer pitches her AI creation, Tilly Norwood, as the next Scarlett Johansson, and says several agents are vying to represent it.
Doctors are warning of a food trend inspired by the popular Netflix movie "KPop Demon Hunters" that is leading to serious burn injuries.
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.
