Dallas ISD Needs Help Helping Displaced Students
DISD is collecting uniforms, school supplies and backpack donations for students expected to enroll in district schools.
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DISD is collecting uniforms, school supplies and backpack donations for students expected to enroll in district schools.
With a new school year dawning, education officials are grappling with whether to remove the names, images and statues of Confederate figures from public schools — especially since some are now filled with students of color.
Schools across Houston and parts of Texas' Gulf Coast will remain shuttered through Labor Day — and probably much longer — because their buildings and surrounding infrastructure will require extensive repairs even after Harvey's unprecedented floodwaters subside.
The Dallas Independent School District is helping kids displaced by Hurricane Harvey and the flooding rain get an education while they're seeking shelter in North Texas.
Dallas ISD confirms it is setting up to accept the evacuee children as they arrive in Dallas.
Records show on average, the district has grown by more than 3,000 students each year for the past ten years. But that rate has slowed.
The number of Texas families deciding not to vaccinate their school-age children has quadrupled in the past decade, according to state health records.
Coppell ISD admits the campus is crowded this year but insists it's taken steps to minimize congestion.
The Civil War lessons taught to American students often depend on where the classroom is, with schools presenting accounts of the conflict that vary from state to state and even district to district.
Nearly two dozen North Texas school districts head back to class on Monday, including the 87,000 students in the Fort Worth ISD. The new school year brings some changes for Fort Worth.
More than 56,000 students in the Frisco ISD head back to class on Monday with a couple of changes. Officials point to a failed property tax hike as the reason for current budget woes.
Lesa B. Roe is set to become the first-ever woman to lead UNT System.
The sweeping movement to rename campuses named after Confederates is again a topic of discussion for Dallas school trustees.
Getting the perfect outfit set out. Making sure that lunch is ready. Looking over the new schedule. The 'back to school' rush can be hectic, but a family in Mansfield gets things done in the morning with five daughters.
The Texas Legislature has approved about $560 million in extra funding for schools and retired teachers.
DPD said Daryl Foreman was last seen at about 5 p.m. on Sept. 11, in the 600 block of S. Griffin.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
This cold front won't cool us down much, but it will drop our temperatures by a couple of degrees and slightly lower our humidity by Tuesday afternoon.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
As President Trump touts a looming decision on his next move in the war, Tehran says any "new aggression" would be met with different weapons in new places.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
As President Trump touts a looming decision on his next move in the war, Tehran says any "new aggression" would be met with different weapons in new places.
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 on Wednesday, reversing course as the Iran war drives up global energy prices and fuels inflation.
President Trump said that he has agreed to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex," equipped with snipers and drone storage.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
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.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Dak Prescott has broken Tony Romo's franchise record for touchdown passes with four in the Dallas Cowboys' 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders.
The Cowboys are hoping for a comeback win for their home opener Sunday against the Washington Commanders.
Toronto leadoff hitter Brett Bateman reached base and scored three times as the Blue Jays beat AL West-leading Texas 7-2 to avoid a series sweep.
Olivia Miles broke Caitlin Clark's WNBA record for points by a rookie in a season in the Minnesota Lynx's game against the Connecticut Sun.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
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.
