Texas Wesleyan University to offer free tuition to low-income Texans
Students must be Texas residents entering college for the first time in fall 2025 and receive a federal Pell Grant.
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Students must be Texas residents entering college for the first time in fall 2025 and receive a federal Pell Grant.
The Texas Education Agency has identified over a hundred educators who are under investigation for allegedly cheating on certification exams.
"If we don't make financial changes, the deficit will grow," said Superintendent Dr. Lori Rapp.
The district said the budget problems stem from declining enrollment and inadequate state funding.
As school districts struggle to control the spread online exploitation among their students, Texas lawmakers could consider banning social media from minors along with other measures in the upcoming legislative session.
A statewide investigation reveals over 100 teachers involved in a $1 million scheme to obtain classroom certifications fraudulently, with multiple North Texas school districts now under scrutiny.
Jorge Arredondo was placed on administrative leave in September, three months after being chosen to lead the district.
In a significant move to provide nutritious meals, Fort Worth ISD is introducing 12 food markets at local schools, ensuring students and families have access to fresh produce and essential groceries.
Keller ISD said it does not anticipate the missed days will need to be made up by students.
Dozens of McLean Middle School students are preparing for the 2025 Music for All National Festival in Indianapolis next March.
The McLean Middle School wind ensemble is one of 10 bands nationwide selected to perform at the 2025 Music for All National Festival in March.
The State Board of Education heard testimony from over 150 teachers and parents on the matter.
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
The Texas Board of Education is expected to make a final decision on Friday regarding a controversial proposal to include Bible lessons in the public school curriculum.
The Texas State Board of Education has voted to urge the legislature to pass a law giving the board authority to decide which books are appropriate for public school libraries.
Professors at the University of North Texas assert that administrators are preemptively censoring the College of Education by removing references to race and equity from course titles and descriptions.
The Board of Regents approved the tuition plan on Thursday.
"These young men are a part of our trajectory, they are a part of our history, they're a part of our community."
At Texas Woman's University, a new program is charting a path for the next generation of pilots.
The Bible could soon be the base for a new elementary school curriculum in Texas.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
Linda McMahon is a co-chair of President-elect Donald Trump's transition team and was the Small Business Administrator in his first term.
Last year, Abbott signed a law that froze undergraduate tuition and fees for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 academic years.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
According to materials provided online, the marshals must be school district employees and have a valid Texas concealed handgun license.
The Prosper Police Department said Michael Angel Garcia was arrested on I-35 by Hill County Sheriff's Office deputies.
The memorial is planned to be installed at 1000 NE 12 Street and will be opened to the public as "a place of remembrance and reflection," according to the city.
Two children are dead and more are injured after a shooting at a back-to-school mass at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis.
Lawrence Bean's license was suspended on Aug. 13 after he was charged with indecency with a child.
The suspension comes after Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felonies stemming from a 2024 car crash in Dallas.
The Prosper Police Department said Michael Angel Garcia was arrested on I-35 by Hill County Sheriff's Office deputies.
The memorial is planned to be installed at 1000 NE 12 Street and will be opened to the public as "a place of remembrance and reflection," according to the city.
Two children are dead and more are injured after a shooting at a back-to-school mass at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis.
Lawrence Bean's license was suspended on Aug. 13 after he was charged with indecency with a child.
The suspension comes after Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felonies stemming from a 2024 car crash in Dallas.
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.
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.
Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington says he's recovering from quadruple bypass heart surgery.
Dallas pares down roster ahead of Week 1, making strategic moves across key positions.
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.
