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Ford said AI is necessary for the future of education, and if schools aren't tapping into it now, she said they'll get left behind.
The warmer-than-average trend won't last too much longer as two cold fronts will move through this weekend.
North Texas school districts holding VATREs include Carroll, HEB, Garland, Denton, Northwest, Bland, Rockwall, Crandall, and Peaster ISDs.
The Texas Water Fund is a $20 billion proposal that would fund long-term water projects aimed at preventing future shortages.
Out of the 17 amendments on the ballot for Texans, there were two different propositions that would impact homeowners.
Supporters say the measure targets only the most serious offenses, while critics warn of unintended consequences.
This comes in the aftermath of the Texas Education Agency announcing a takeover of the district last month.
For the second day in a row, Jacksonville ISD canceled classes due to an abundance of caution.
The Cowboys rank 31st out of 32 teams in both points and yards allowed per game.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
Jacoby Brissett threw for two touchdowns and ran for a score filling in again for Kyler Murray, and the Arizona Cardinals stopped a five-game losing streak with a 27-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
A packed room on Monday night made one thing clear: many residents want to save Dallas City Hall.
North Texas families who count on those benefits say it's unclear when the benefits will reach them.
A three-judge panel hasn't decided whether to throw out or uphold the newly drawn Congressional districts that Republicans approved, which will likely provide them with five additional seats in Texas.
New data obtained exclusively by CBS News compiles more than a decade of verified threats against public officials.
The U.S. military has carried out a major operation in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife on drug trafficking charges. Former President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will oversee Venezuela until a “safe, proper and judicious transition” can occur. The White House released photos of Trump and his team monitoring the overnight mission, which has sparked strong reactions nationwide, including in North Texas.
It's a cooler start Saturday, thanks to a cold front that swung across the area Friday night. Lows were in the upper 40s, but temperatures will be on the incline throughout the day, topping out in the low 60s.
The city said drivers can no longer park for free at the garages on Calhoun and Commerce streets on weekday nights and weekends.
“It was clear that the volume of vehicle congestion on our roadways created challenges,” Chief Daniel Comeaux said. “This experience provided valuable insight. It highlighted areas where we can and must do better, through improved planning, coordination, and communication.”
Director of Conservation at the Dallas Zoo, Chris Corpus, said the holiday light recycling program helps with conservation. “Instead of things going into the landfills. Plastics are going to be there for decades, if not centuries. Also, all the metals that are inside of these lights can be recycled,” he said.
Cruz's comments came about two weeks after the U.S. military captured that country's president, Nicolas Maduro, in an overnight raid.
Early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico told CBS News Texas that electability is the key issue in his race against Jasmine Crockett for their party's nomination.
Drivers faced long delays as a major stretch of I‑30 closed for construction, part of a multiyear, nearly $900 million rebuild that will continue causing weekend disruptions.
Detectives are working to determine why the man was outside with a gun as the investigation continues.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico told CBS News Texas that electability is the key issue in his race against Jasmine Crockett for their party's nomination.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Venezuela is said to have the largest amount of these reserves in the world.
Trump said the "whole infrastructure" of Venezuela has to be rebuilt and that American companies would be used to rebuild it.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
"CBS Mornings" got an exclusive first look inside the new Buffalo Bills stadium to see what makes it unique.
The Mavs were without rookie Cooper Flagg, who was out with an ankle injury.
Airion Simmons is charged with wire fraud and bribery.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
A new class at Texas Christian University is drawing students in with a hit TV series and a clear path toward a real-world career.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
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.
