Controversy over books in school libraries hits Denton ISD head-on
Despite controversy about the book's main character, the Denton Independent District School Board voted to keep two children's books.
Despite controversy about the book's main character, the Denton Independent District School Board voted to keep two children's books.
There are 30 new state laws taking effect on Jan. 1. Among them, are legislation regarding property owners' associations like HOAs, E-cigarettes, business franchise taxes, and the end of DEI programs at public colleges and universities.
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles Federal Student Aid in this weekly segment.
Democratic lawmakers and the 21 Republicans who voted against the state-financed ESAs still want to approve more money for schools and teachers.
Additional funding for public schools and teacher pay raises remain in doubt after the Texas House rejected a provision that included education savings accounts.
The Jewish college students told CBS News Texas what's been disappointing is how their universities reacted to what happened.
Sanger ISD was awarded National George Washington Freedom Medals for its creative and effective efforts
Across North Texas, multiple school districts are seeing a decline in enrollment.
CBS News Texas' Keith Russell tackles personal finance in this weekly segment.
The governor expanded the agenda to include billions of dollars from the budget surplus to go toward school safety, teacher pay raises and special education. Also, phasing out the STAAR test.
The governor said his announcement comes after productive discussions with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan.
It is called "Evolv Express," and it's the latest high-tech evolution in the quest to make public spaces—including schools—safer by detecting weapons at the door.
At varsity football games this Thursday and Friday, school districts across Texas will be passing out a prevention playbook to educate people about the dangers of misusing prescription drugs.
One of Governor Greg Abbott's top legislative priorities during the third special session may not cross the political finish line.
It is all part of the Nov. 7 election, and Monday marked the first day of early voting.
School officials in Hays County say troopers will try to determine whether seatbelts would have saved lives.
The Tarrant County woman sentenced in a controversial illegal voting case will avoid going to prison.
A sellout crowd of 42,130 was the largest ever for a regular-season game at Globe Life Field.
They were selected to be part of a nationwide research project with the Southwest Research Institute. They'll capture images of the solar eclipse using telescopes as it crosses the United States.
"Savor it," said Bochy. "Not just tonight but the next game when you get the rings. Soak it in because it's so hard to do."
It's the case that revealed problems within the Midlothian Police Department. Now another family is coming forward with their story.
It started with a 12-year-old girl reporting an alleged sex crime.
Mendi Cruson wanted a big backyard, with more room for her family, so she began looking for a new home to rent.
The city and the police department have not identified the officer.
Kelli and Michael Regan were looking for a new dog. The breeder they found online asked them to pay with gift cards.
The longtime Connecticut senator died from complications from a fall, his family said.
T.C. Broadnax was one of the two finalists for the position of city manager in Austin. He was up against Denton's city manager, Sara Hensley.
The FBI earlier said there was no "there is no specific or credible information to suggest there are ties to terrorism."
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case involving a commonly used abortion pill, mifepristone, and the FDA's recent actions to make it more accessible.
The Texas attorney general agreed to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution as part of the agreement with prosecutors.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
With the country on the cusp of greeting the return of spring, a warm-weather treat is once again available for free for a limited time only.
Kelli and Michael Regan were looking for a new dog. The breeder they found online asked them to pay with gift cards.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
Families across Texas are sharing similar stories of their experience with the solar company Sunnova.
Preventative chemotherapy, which is usually referred to as "adjuvant chemotherapy," is an early treatment that is used to reduce the chances of cancer returning.
The Women's Cancer Fund raised $18.3 million, but a new lawsuit alleges the money went to pay a lavish salary to for-profit fundraisers.
Targeted advertising and changes in societal norms over the past 50 years have led to an upsurge in alcohol-related diseases and deaths among women.
The City said orders will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis
Infections of the highly contagious measles virus have been reported in 17 states in the first three months of 2024.
"This is huge, HUGE! If we don't plan appropriately, A, we won't have workers. Or B, we'll have so many people on the streets that nobody can get to the events."
"This is going to be an event all the way through the weekend, even starting as early as Friday."
Federal officials say milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird flu.
Curbside Delights will open around the end of April!
This comes after the union overwhelmingly rejected a proposed contract agreement in December.
A sellout crowd of 42,130 was the largest ever for a regular-season game at Globe Life Field.
Marquette, NC State, Duke and Houston will hit the court at the American Airlines Center Friday.
"To watch them relive the moments that are otherwise a blur for them is probably one of my favorite parts of the job," said Bailey Orr, lead photographer for the Texas Rangers.
Your defending World Series Champion Texas Rangers are back in Arlington.
This will be an Opening Day like never before in Arlington, Texas.
Two days before the release of her new album, "Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé dropped a track list with a number of hints about the new record, including a possible Willie Nelson collaboration.
The incident allegedly occurred in February, when Swift was in Melbourne for her Eras Tour.
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
This is Diaz's second child with husband Benji Madden.
Ex-Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider was accused of inappropriate and abusive behavior in the docuseries, "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV."
Highs on Friday afternoon will be in the mid and upper 70s for most of North Texas!
According to school officials in Hays County, troopers will try to determine whether seatbelts would have saved lives.
7-Eleven says the refreshing beverage combines the delicious taste of the iconic hot dog with ketchup and mustard included. They call it the Big Bite Hot Dog Sparkling Water but if you hope to get a Big Gulp of the flavor, know the company says there are more details to come on April Fools Day.
Southerly winds will keep temperatures on the more mild side Friday morning, especially compared to the 30s and 40s we've dealt with most of the week. And highs will be even warmer Friday afternoon, in the mid and upper 70s for most in North Texas!
There's a new bracket challenge featuring Texas celebrities.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside and all around Globe Life Field in Arlington to celebrate the Texas Rangers historical World Series win!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at several Texas Health hospitals were dressed in creative costumes for Halloween.
Is that the smell of cotton candy, beignets and brisket wafting over Fair Park? It sure is, and we are here for it!
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!