EPA Approves Release Of Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes In Texas Next Year
The mosquito, named OX5034, was altered to produce female offspring that die in the larval stage, well before hatching and growing large enough to bite and spread disease.
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First 2017 Texas Case Of Local Zika Transmission Reported
Texas health officials have reported what they believe to be the state's first case this year of local Zika virus transmission.
North Texas Mosquito Season Means Battling West Nile & Zika
It's the first week of May and the start of mosquito season in North Texas. According to health officials, there are different safety concern this year because doctors are dealing with two dangerous viruses – West Nile and Zika.
Zika Testing Advised For Pregnant Women In 6 Texas Counties
The Texas Department of State Health Services said Friday it's recommending testing for women in their first and second trimesters in Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, Webb, Willacy and Zapata counties.
Use Of Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Considered In South Texas
Officials are considering releasing genetically modified mosquitoes in Houston as part of the fight against the insects known to carry diseases such as the Zika virus.
Doctors Tie Zika Virus To Heart Problems In Some Adults
For the first time, doctors have tied infection with the Zika virus to possible new heart problems in adults. A report last June describes heart problems that have been seen from other viruses spread by mosquitoes
Texas Wins $5 Million Federal Grant To Combat Zika Virus
Gov. Greg Abbott said the money was awarded as part of supplemental Zika funding approved by Congress to increase preparedness and response efforts.
Tarrant County Resident Who Visited Miami Contracts Zika
This is the second case reported in Texas that involved travel to an affected area of Florida.
GOP Faces Choices On Zika Funding, Government Shutdown, Impeaching IRS Chief
Congress' Republican leaders are facing decisions on averting a federal shutdown, containing the Zika virus and impeaching the head of the IRS.
Congress Returns From Vacation With Long To-Do List, But Little Chance Of Action
Lawmakers will have a little more than four weeks beginning Tuesday before they are scheduled to leave town again before the election.
Poll: Half Of Americans Wary Of Travel To U.S. Zika Zones
A new poll on Americans' healthcare attitudes finds almost half are wary of traveling to places in the U.S. where people have been infected with the Zika virus by mosquitoes, such as parts of Florida.
Denton Sprays for Mosquitoes Near Zika Patient's Home
The City of Denton targeted the yards of 22 homes to spray where mosquitoes could breed after a resident returned from Puerto Rico with the Zika virus.
Orlando Theme Parks Give Free Bug Spray To Ease Zika Worries
Orlando's major theme parks are now offering free bug repellant to visitors as concerns about mosquito-transmitted Zika virus mount in Florida.
Denton County Taking Zika Virus Fight Door-To-Door
Firefighters in Denton went door-to-door this weekend asking permission to hand-spray near homes in a neighborhood off Buena Vista, near Teasley and Hickory Creek.
FDA Calls For Zika Testing Of All Blood Donations
The Food and Drug Administration wants all U.S. blood centers to start screening for Zika.
Dallas BBB Warns Of Zika-Related Scams
The Dallas Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers about a number of scams popping up in regard to the Zika virus.
Two More Zika Cases Found In Dallas County
Dallas County health officials have identified two more cases of Zika virus in the county, bringing the total number of cases to 26.
Texas Medicaid Eases Access To Free Mosquito Repellent
Texas is no longer requiring pregnant women on Medicaid to get a prescription before receiving free mosquito repellent amid worries over Zika.
Texas Health Department: Infant Death Linked To Zika Virus
Texas has had its first Zika-related death. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has confirmed that the death of an infant in Harris County is linked to the Zika virus.
Texas Doctors Prepare To Fight Potential Zika Epidemic
Members of the Texas Medical Association say doctors here in the state are preparing to fight a "potential Zika epidemic."
As Zika Fears Escalate, Lawmakers Point Fingers From Afar
As the Zika virus escalates into a public health crisis, members of Congress are entrenched in familiar partisan positions.
Texas Medicaid To Cover Mosquito Repellent Amid Zika Fears
State health officials say Texas Medicaid will cover the cost of mosquito repellent for pregnant women amid concerns over the Zika virus.
Zika Outbreak Prompts Travel Warning For Area Of Miami
The new cases are clustered in the same square-mile neighborhood in Miami-Dade County identified last week. Florida health officials say they believe active transmissions of Zika are occurring only in that area.
Open Overshadowed By Spieth's Withdrawal From Olympics
The British Open has been overshadowed by the news of another big-name withdrawal from the Olympics.
Mansfield Discus Thrower Headed To Rio
Shelbi Vaughan, 21, finished second in the Olympic Trials with a distance of 197'9".
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North Texas leaders react to Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade
North Texas leaders are sharing their reactions after the Supreme Court published a ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Fires break out in McKinney and Palo Pinto County
Fires broke out across North Texas today, burning down homes under construction in McKinney and over 11,000 acres of land in Palo Pinto County.
Dallas basketball teams come out in support of abortion rights
Many fans said they were grateful the league and the team took a public stand against the SCOTUS decision.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
García's walk-off homer gives Rangers 3-2 win over Nationals
Adolis García homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the Texas Rangers a 3-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Woman dead after shooting at XTC Cabaret in Dallas
A woman died today after she was shot at an adult-oriented business in Dallas.
Biden administration halts limits on ICE arrests following court ruling
Republican officials in Texas and Louisiana convinced a federal judge to block rules that directed ICE to focus on arresting immigrants deemed to threaten national security or public safety.
Graduating Uvalde High School class remembers slain children
Almost 300 high school seniors received their diplomas Friday in Uvalde in the shadow of the massacre of 19 elementary school students and two teachers one month earlier.
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North Texas leaders react to Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade
North Texas leaders are sharing their reactions after the Supreme Court published a ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Fires break out in McKinney and Palo Pinto County
Fires broke out across North Texas today, burning down homes under construction in McKinney and over 11,000 acres of land in Palo Pinto County.
Dallas basketball teams come out in support of abortion rights
Many fans said they were grateful the league and the team took a public stand against the SCOTUS decision.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
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I-Team: Reports find scam callers target Texas, specifically Dallas-Fort Worth
If you live in Texas, you're more likely to get these calls than any other state. If you live in the 214- or 817- area codes, you live in one of the most targeted metro areas in the country.
Feds 'very concerned' about explosion of handgun switches made in North Texas
In the past six months, federal investigators said they have seen an explosion of handgun switches in North Texas.
I-Team: North Texas home buyers told to pay more or have builder's contract cancelled
It has never been more expensive or harder to buy a home in North Texas.
FBI reports steady rise in "active shooter incidents"
Nationwide, 61 gunmen killed 103 people and wounded 140 others, in populated areas in 30 states.
Gruesome new details emerge in Ira Tobolowsky murder case
Gruesome new details have emerged in the high-profile murder of Dallas attorney Ira Tobolowsky.
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Dallas basketball teams come out in support of abortion rights
Many fans said they were grateful the league and the team took a public stand against the SCOTUS decision.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
Biden administration halts limits on ICE arrests following court ruling
Republican officials in Texas and Louisiana convinced a federal judge to block rules that directed ICE to focus on arresting immigrants deemed to threaten national security or public safety.
Protestors rally in support of abortion rights in Dallas
A day after the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade was published, protestors showed up in Dallas.
Abortion rights protestors, counter protestors met at the Downtown Denton Square
Tension rose as high as the temperature here tonight. Both sides of this issue wanting and needing to express their feelings about this landmark decision to our state and federal leaders.
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Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
'Great Reshuffling' played huge role in pushing home prices up
Researchers found that cities that already had a large share of remote workers before the pandemic tended to attract even more after the pandemic shutdowns.
AAA says gas prices are record breaking this Memorial Day weekend
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, experts say it's best to get out the door early, and if you can't, you can end up doubling your travel time.
Gas prices surge as Texans hit the road for the holiday weekend
More than 3 million Texans are expected to travel this Memorial Day Weekend and most of them will be hitting the road. According to AAA, their trips come at a time when gas prices continue to surge.
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Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, allowing states to ban abortions
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.
Two Cowboys Hall of Famers come together to tackle diabetes
Cowboys Hall of Famers Cliff Harris and Charles Haley share their personal connection to diabetes, and how they're combining to tackle the cause.
Dallas County reports two new monkeypox cases
The two Dallas County residents recently traveled to Spain and Mexico.
COVID vaccine now available for kids in North Texas
Dallas County began administering its first doses to this age group Tuesday afternoon. Tarrant County plans to start administering the vaccine Wednesday.
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Jungle Jumparoo toy recalled for violating federal lead content ban
The recalled toys were sold online at Amazon, Bed Bath and Beyond, Fun and Function, JungleJump, The Grommet Flaghouse, and Wayfair.
American Airlines gives rosier outlook for summer revenue
American said revenue per seat will jump by up to 22% compared with 2019, easily beating an earlier forecast of up 14% to 16%.
Gas prices across Texas break new records overnight
Brace yourself! According to AAA, the current price per gallon in the Lone Star State is $4.34... but it's higher in DFW.
Local mothers' milk bank helping during formula shortage
The program will provide 34 ounces of free, frozen donor human milk to families who can't find formula.
'Great Reshuffling' played huge role in pushing home prices up
Researchers found that cities that already had a large share of remote workers before the pandemic tended to attract even more after the pandemic shutdowns.
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Rangers beat Phillies for 9th time in row with 4-2 victory
Brad Miller hit a two-run single against his former team and the Texas Rangers beat the Philadelphia Phillies for the ninth time in a row, 4-2 on Wednesday to hand Zack Wheeler his first loss in two months.
Stars name Pete DeBoer as new head coach
The Dallas Stars named Pete DeBoer as the team's head coach on Tuesday. This comes after DeBoer was fired from coaching the Las Vegas Knights on May 16.
Wife of WNBA's Griner says scheduled call never happened
Griner tried to call her wife nearly a dozen times through the American embassy in Russia on the couple's fourth anniversary Saturday, but they never connected.
Matt Fitzpatrick holds on to win first U.S. Open
Fitzpatrick is the second man to win a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open on the same course, joining Jack Nicklaus who turned the trick at Pebble Beach.
World swimming bans transgender athletes from women's events
World swimming's governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women's events, starting Monday.
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Matt Fitzpatrick holds on to win first U.S. Open
Fitzpatrick is the second man to win a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open on the same course, joining Jack Nicklaus who turned the trick at Pebble Beach.
Charges against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy dismissed
Two charges of sexual assault and child endangerment or abandonment against Dallas rapper Yella Beezy were dismissed.
Tony Awards 2022: Complete list of nominees and winners
Jennifer Hudson, who produced the Best Musical winner "A Strange Loop," became the 17th ever EGOT winner.
Country music singer Toby Keith announces he has stomach cancer
Keith, an eight-time Country Music Awards winner, delivered the news to his fans on his Instagram page on Sunday, emphasizing that he is going to take a break from performing to spend more time with his family.
New statue in McKinney will commemorate 50th anniversary of 'Benji'
McKinney has signed a contract for a statue that will commemorate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the movie "Benji."
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Rain chances and double digit temps returning to North Texas
We'll hit 100 on Sunday, but temperatures will drop on Monday and rain is possible through Tuesday.
Dallas basketball teams come out in support of abortion rights
Many fans said they were grateful the league and the team took a public stand against the SCOTUS decision.
Fires break out in McKinney and Palo Pinto County
Fires broke out across North Texas today, burning down homes under construction in McKinney and over 11,000 acres of land in Palo Pinto County.
'Cold front' breaks some of the North Texas heat
A front moving through tomorrow will drop temperatures from the triple digits down into the lower 90s. Popup showers are also possible tomorrow and Monday.
Graduating Uvalde High School class remembers slain children
Almost 300 high school seniors received their diplomas Friday in Uvalde in the shadow of the massacre of 19 elementary school students and two teachers one month earlier.
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Victims of Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas
On May 24, 2022 nineteen children and two teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas, after a teenaged gunman barricaded himself in a 4th grade classroom and opened fire.
Uvalde School Shooting: The Aftermath of Tragedy
Following the tragic shooting deaths of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School, the Uvalde community is grappling to find answers and understanding.
CBS 11 Bike To Work Week!
CBS 11 staffers took the roads early morning May 20 for Bike to Work Week! Want to be featured on air or online? Share your photos of you biking to work using #CBS11BiketoWork on social media!
Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
All dressed up for their first Easter, these precious snuggle bunnies are ready for the holiday weekend.
March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
The storm that moved through North Texas on the evening of March 14 was fast-moving but left a lot of damage behind in some places. Here are images from Fannin County, west of the town of Leonard, where many believe a tornado touched down.
