Governor Abbott directs TEA to prohibit COVID-19 vaccine requirements
Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement on Thursday that he will prohibit the Texas Education Agency from requiring students to take a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement on Thursday that he will prohibit the Texas Education Agency from requiring students to take a COVID-19 vaccine.
A $100,000 grant to Dallas College Foundation awards seed money for a pilot program providing free child care for Dallas College students.
For grades four and under, state law sets a limit of 22 students per class, but there are plenty of ways to get around that.
At Frisco ISD's school board meeting Monday night, trustees unanimously passed a new bathroom policy.
At Frisco ISD's school board meeting Monday night, trustees unanimously passed a new bathroom policy.
The board of trustees was scheduled to preview the policy change Monday night, which would potentially put armed employees at all 42 of the district's campuses.
A Fort Worth high school teacher is accusing his school district of exploiting students to meet new state education standards tied to bonus funding.
As a special education paraprofessional at the high school, Antwanette Lynn believes that with some basic life skills, her students can all make a special contribution to society.
Parents with children at one Coppell ISD elementary school have gathered to voice their concerns. They say if a new bond package passes next May, Pinkerton Elementary could close.
Parents with children at one Coppell ISD elementary school have gathered to voice their concerns. They say if a new bond package passes next May, Pinkerton Elementary could close.
Parents will voice concerns at Thursday night's board meeting.
CBS 11 Meteorologist Jeff Ray makes a visit to Navarro Elementary.
Bell Manor Elementary School in Bedford is making sure to teach social awareness, responsibility and self-control through the help of one special dog.
Grand Prairie ISD is the first school district in Texas to become a beneficiary of MacKenzie Scott's philanthropy.
Initially, the board and administration considered arming elementary school teachers, then decided to have one armed school safety officer in each of the district's elementary campuses.
A student loan forgiveness program is helping people in public service jobs wipe away their debt, but those who qualify have just three weeks left to apply before the criteria gets much stricter.
At one point, district leaders had to stop the meeting to address a number of upset parents. Many said they're going to have to make major life changes if this plan is approved.
Uvalde school officials have abruptly fired a former Texas state trooper who was on scene of the Robb Elementary School massacre in May and then hired by the school district.
Midlothian ISD officials said there is no active incident, but out of an abundance of caution, put the campus under a hold.
On Monday afternoon the Texas State Board of Education gathered for a meeting, and to vote on the state's social studies curriculum moving forward for grades K-12.
"School threats have always surrounded the end of the year, the start of the year, when Christmas break comes, you'll see an escalation, when spring break comes, you'll see an escalation."
Throughout the 2021-2022 school year, Texas had more book bans than any other state in the nation, according to a new report by PEN America.
After years of COVID-19 isolation and recent school shootings, Texas students are in need of more mental health support and many are at risk of not getting it.
Throughout the 2021-2022 school year, Texas had more book bans than any other state in the nation, according to a new report by PEN America.
A study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry found one in five kids in the U.S. need mental health support and yet nearly 80% don't receive services.
The district terminated both employees within 24 hours, citing a violation of the Educator Code of Ethics tied to the party.
Jim Davis raised alarms about unsafe conditions and sought a federal probe. Union resistance delayed action, documents show.
The North Texas sheriff's office coordinated with local and federal agencies to conduct compliance checks and respond to reported incidents.
"I'm wondering how I'm going to be able to afford everything" if federal food aid is halted, one single mom said.
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
The district terminated both employees within 24 hours, citing a violation of the Educator Code of Ethics tied to the party.
It's October and Halloween events are in full force across North Texas.
Jim Davis raised alarms about unsafe conditions and sought a federal probe. Union resistance delayed action, documents show.
The North Texas sheriff's office coordinated with local and federal agencies to conduct compliance checks and respond to reported incidents.
"I'm wondering how I'm going to be able to afford everything" if federal food aid is halted, one single mom said.
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.
The president of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) called on Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government as soon as possible. Local TSA Officer and President, Johnny Jones, echoes the sentiment, saying, "The damage is starting to scar people."
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Colin Allred discusses the endorsements he's received and why they're important to his campaign.
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate James Talarico discusses the endorsements he's received and why they're important to his campaign.
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
The United Nations human rights chief says the Trump administration "must halt" strikes on alleged drug boats to prevent "extrajudicial killing."
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.
Anthony Cirelli scored in overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 2-1 win over the Dallas Stars.
Cole Koeninger, an 18-year-old senior at Keller High School, will play baseball at the University of Tennessee, with dreams of MLB stardom.
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.
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.
