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About 75% of the inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 at one North Texas federal prison, making it one of the hardest-hit prisons in the nation.
A woman was shot at a 7-Eleven in Dallas early Saturday morning after police said she was involved in an argument with an unknown suspect.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Saturday extended the state's disaster declaration for all counties in response to the COVID-19 threat.
To prevent the spread of COVID-19 in schools resulting in repeated cycles of opening and closing, TCPH supports the opening of schools for virtual learning.
Someone found the bat on the ground in the Preston Manor subdivision, near Preston and Main around 2:00 p.m. Wednesday.
Agents executed federal search warrants at David Pettigrew's home and Denison Church of the Nazarene on Thursday.
On Monday, Dallas ISD will begin making good on a promise to build a bridge over the digital divide
Keller ISD has sent letters to its staff members who attended Monday's special board meeting about a possible exposure to COVID-19 after a speaker tested positive.
Explaining the importance of masks to children can be challenging, so Denton couple decided to break it down for their daughter by writing a book.
Official numbers in new COVID-19 infections were down slightly in Texas on Friday compared to the day before, but the infection rate remained high.
Maj. Gen. Scott Efflandt, commander of Fort Hood, was set to go to Fort Bliss near El Paso and take over leadership of the 1st Armored Division.
A decade after caring for a woman in her final days, Thao Nguyen found herself working in the NICU where the woman's granddaughter was born.
Dallas County Health and Human. Services also announced 10 more COVID-19 deaths, bringing the total to 746.
Unemployment's sizable decline in July still reflects a slowing economic recovery in the face of the unchecked coronavirus pandemic.
Lawyers for former Dallas officer Amber Guyger filed an appeal earlier this week, asking for a lesser charge after she was convicted of murder in the death of Botham Jean.
Keller ISD has scrapped its district split plan in response to strong resident opposition and the difficulty of equitably distributing existing bond debt, which would have incurred costs of tens of millions of dollars.
At the Town Hall meeting on Friday night, the proposal for casino-style gambling in Irving faced strong opposition and outcry. The majority of residents voiced their opinion that such a venue has no place in the city's present or future.
In Wise County, a seven-acre brush fire threatened homes but was quickly contained by fire crews. Across the Metroplex, heavy winds caused dusty and hazy conditions, with fire departments on standby.
Texas Rep. Brad Buckley of Salado (R), tells Jack Fink about his support for taxpayer-funded education savings accounts. He told Jack that lawmakers would still have to decide how much more money they would want to spend for the program after the first year. As chairman of the Texas House Public Education Committee, he also talks about his support for increased funding for public schools.
Bob Popinski, Sr. Director of Policy at Raise Your Hand Texas, and Jack Fink discuss the proposed public funding increases for public schools. Popinski also tells Jack why he opposes the proposed $1 billion for education savings accounts in Texas. "Every state that has a voucher program that has expanded per student funding in public schools has gone down and that's a problem," said Popinski.
Criswell says recovery starts immediately – from insurance questions to navigating potential federal aid – as communities face growing disaster risks and possible changes to FEMA's role.
Katie Buck waded into dangerous, fast‑moving water to free trapped animals — including a porcupine she carried out bare‑handed — as her rescue facility was overwhelmed by sudden flooding.
Using data from federal science and environmental agencies, the team measured not only how much rainfall fell in the area but also the extent of the area affected.
Moviegoers travel for hours and buy tickets months in advance to experience the massive film format shown at only 25 theaters nationwide.
The city's annual program aims to boost literacy by keeping children reading through the summer, offering prizes and support from the public library system.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Democratic candidate for Texas Comptroller Sarah Eckhardt tells Jack Fink about her race against Republican Don Huffines, who will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st. She also discusses her opposition to the taxpayer-funded school choice program, calling it a voucher scheme.
Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller Don Huffines will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st, months before he is set to face Democratic candidate Sarah Eckhardt. "I wanted as much of a head start as I could get in the office to understand it," Huffines told Jack Fink. "Understand the processes, understand the team members and the government."
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
Republican Texas Rep. Wes Virdell tells Jack Fink about the flood conditions while outside the emergency operations center in Kerrville. As the Guadalupe River overflows behind him, he discusses how last year's flooding affected the area during the current floods. He also said the legislature will need to allocate more money for flooding sirens, and that the $50 million doesn't go far enough because one county alone will need $40 million.
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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.
