More school districts are shifting to a 4-day week
Facing a national teacher shortage, hundreds of districts across 26 states have switched to a four-day school week to help recruit and retain staff.
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Facing a national teacher shortage, hundreds of districts across 26 states have switched to a four-day school week to help recruit and retain staff.
Free haircuts and uniforms were handed out at FreeLife church this weekend.
Both the Dallas Mayor's Back to School Fair and Tarrant County's Back to School Roundup are preparing low-income students for the school year.
The district says heading into the new school year, they've received 8,000 applications—a record for them.
Already at arms over the AP African American studies course, the College Board has accused Florida of having "effectively banned" the advanced placement psychology class.
School Districts and families across North Texas are prepping for the first day of classes!
Mesquite and Dallas ISD will require all students to carry clear backpacks this school year.
The Governor said teacher pay raises may be one of the items on the agenda of the third special session he calls sometime this fall.
A North Texas school district took their teachers on the road Wednesday morning to generate excitement for the upcoming school year.
This is in response to SB 17, signed by Governor Greg Abbott. It bans public universities and colleges from maintaining programs and training on diversity.
Ninety-four percent of teachers surveyed said they support the new policy. So, did 80% of parents. Not surprisingly, only 33% of students liked it.
A new state law requires all public schools to have at least one armed security guard at each public campus.
DISD uses a certain formula to determine whether or not it's safe to practice outside.
On Monday night, the district hosted a special meeting to address House Bill 3, which requires all public schools to now have at least one armed security guard at each public campus.
With summer break coming to an end, experts say that now is the time to start getting back into a consistent sleep schedule for school.
Unlike Biden's blocked one-time forgiveness program, the new repayment plan will provide benefits for both current and future borrowers who sign up for it.
It's easy to fall behind when you're no longer on a routine.
The report said by 2036, 70% of jobs in the state will require a post-secondary credential such as a college degree or a trade certification.
For the second year in a row, the national vaccine rate for kindergarteners during the 2021-22 school year fell below the target of 95% to 93%.
State lawmakers didn't approve a pay increase for teachers during their regular legislative session. However, they will consider doing so during a third special session this fall.
The lawsuit argues the law is unconstitutionally vague, a violation of free speech rights and an undue burden on booksellers. It seeks to block the law before it takes effect.
Changes are officially coming to restroom policies at another North Texas school district.
At a meeting Monday night, Carroll ISD board members approved a proposal restricting transgender individuals only to restrooms and locker rooms that align with their sex at birth.
Nearly 400 people are expected to participate in the interagency collaboration on July 26.
The SAT will soon make a complete shift from a paper-based exam to a digital one, and the format of the college admissions exam is also changing dramatically.
The First Alert Weather team has called a First Alert Weather Day due to the cold.
Officials added that Bill Elliott has not been accused of any wrongdoing and was placed on leave out of "an abundance of caution" to avoid disrupting the police investigation.
Tarrant County commissioners approved the redistricting proposal in early June.
The Justice Department placed two federal prosecutors on leave after they filed court papers calling the Jan. 6 Capitol siege a "riot" perpetrated by a "mob," three sources told CBS News.
While flying back to Washington on Air Force One after the meeting, Trump told reporters it was a "great success" and said he would head to China in April for new talks.
The First Alert Weather team has called a First Alert Weather Day due to the cold.
Officials added that Bill Elliott has not been accused of any wrongdoing and was placed on leave out of "an abundance of caution" to avoid disrupting the police investigation.
Tarrant County commissioners approved the redistricting proposal in early June.
Anchor Carmen Blackwell returns to emcee the annual fundraiser benefitting young men in North Texas through academic development, business training, and health improvement.
The Justice Department placed two federal prosecutors on leave after they filed court papers calling the Jan. 6 Capitol siege a "riot" perpetrated by a "mob," three sources told CBS News.
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
As the Texas Education Agency takes control of Fort Worth ISD, CBS News Texas' I-Team finds past state takeovers offer no guarantees—just a mixed bag of outcomes.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
Earlier this year, the department found that 55 cases filed from 2019 to 2022 were sitting open and unworked.
They are small and cheap, and they are turning legal rifles into illegal machine guns.
Tarrant County commissioners approved the redistricting proposal in early June.
The Justice Department placed two federal prosecutors on leave after they filed court papers calling the Jan. 6 Capitol siege a "riot" perpetrated by a "mob," three sources told CBS News.
While flying back to Washington on Air Force One after the meeting, Trump told reporters it was a "great success" and said he would head to China in April for new talks.
Three lawyers said they will demand answers from the district about how ex-coach Caleb Elliott still had a job after previous allegations.
President Trump claimed he has the authority to send U.S. military branches to patrol U.S. cities, but said that isn't necessary at this point.
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.
In Texas, where the number of dialysis centers is higher than in any other state, the I-Team discovered that the problem is especially severe.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
It's the viral video seen across the country showing a 10-year-old Lavon girl saving her choking brother.
Lineman Brian Abalos is used to danger. Every day, he is up in the air working on power lines.
A 70-year-old Dallas County man has died from the West Nile virus, DCHHS said Monday, marking the first reported West Nile death in the county this season.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
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.
Oettinger improved to 6-0-0 in his career against the Caps as the Stars (6-3-1) won their third straight.
The legal dispute centers on lease obligations, stalled renovations, and a broken agreement to keep both teams' headquarters in Dallas.
The Dodgers have jumped to a 2-1 lead in the 2025 World Series after a thrilling back-and-forth, extra-inning contest in Game 3 ended in a 6-5 win for Los Angeles after 18 innings.
Fernandez spent 25 years leading the Bulls and made 10 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys turned in another up-and-down performance in a 44-24 loss to the Denver Broncos.
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Kim Kardashian revealed she was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm and appeared to blame stress. Doctors say stress isn't usually a direct cause, but can influence risk factors.
Another Taylor Sheridan show is filming in Downtown Fort Worth this week, prompting road closures. Here's when.
The 2025 State Fair of Texas drew about 2 million visitors, roughly 400,000 fewer than last year, as many families cited affordability concerns.
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.
