State Lawmakers Want More School Security
Three state lawmakers are planning to introduce a new law called the Texas School District Security Act, to give school districts more options in providing security on campus.
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Three state lawmakers are planning to introduce a new law called the Texas School District Security Act, to give school districts more options in providing security on campus.
A new federal study shows that the state's four-year high school graduation rate climbed to 78.9 percent in 2009-2010, just above the national average.
There are new security systems headed to elementary schools in one North Texas school district. The Arlington school board is moving ahead to install buzzer/camera systems at all of its 51 elementary schools.
Authorities in Haltom City are releasing information about the indictment and arrest of a former high school teacher, accused of having sex with at least four students. Former Haltom High School computer technology teacher Tonya Flink was arrested in December.
A group of men have teamed up to help lead students at a school in North Richland Hills, getting to spend time with their kids and keep the campus safe.
Girl Scout cookies are an annual event that Americans have enjoyed for about 96 years. The tasty treats are a signature money-making part of being in the Girl Scouts.
Kids in Hurst are 'on track' when it comes to exercising their creativity. The Hurst Public Library is holding their annual Train Week once again.
Some 60 public school districts across Texas offer courses on the Bible, but at least a third aren't meeting state requirements to be unbiased and legally sound.
An expert witness in the lawsuit over funding for Texas public schools testified Wednesday that more spending does not necessarily lead to better student performance.
This weekend, a dozen other students from Dallas International School will take a special field trip like none other.
It was another chilly day for some Dallas Independent School District students inside their classrooms. The heat has been out at two elementary schools for at least three days.
Lighting at athletic fields in Southlake -- it's been the topic of a months long, heated debate. Tuesday night, or rather early Wednesday morning, city leaders made a final decision.
The Plano ISD wants to be a school safety standout by becoming the largest school district in North Texas with armed guards at every single campus.
Lamar High School in Arlington went on lock-down Tuesday after rumors spread about someone having a gun on campus.
As winter weather brings a mix of precipitation to North Texas, some area schools have announced closings or delays. Here's the complete list.
A meeting on rising antisemitism was derailed when someone hijacked the virtual feed with hostile messages and video, prompting calls for a hate‑crime investigation.
Police say a woman in her 30s was killed, and nearby schools were locked down as officers searched for multiple suspects who fled the scene.
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Family and supporters say Leqaa Kordia has spent more than 300 days in detention despite having protest‑related charges dismissed and being granted bond twice.
Democrat and Republican candidates face off in a nationally watched runoff that both parties see as a test of voter mobilization.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
A Fort Worth firefighter severely burned in the line of duty is speaking out after his family, the public and politicians said the workers' compensation system failed him, denying him of much needed care.
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Nate Sheets, the Republican candidate for Texas Agriculture Commissioner, discusses Governor Abbott's endorsement of the incumbent Sid Miller and his campaign priorities.
Democratic candidate running for the 30th Congressional District, Dr. Frederick Haynes, III, discusses why he decided to run for Congress, his priorities, and why he wants to abolish ICE.
Barbara Mallory Caraway is one of the Democrats running for Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's vacated seat in the 30th Congressional District. Caraway discusses her campaign priorities, why she believes Democrats should vote for her in the primary and ICE.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is releasing millions more records related to its probe into Jeffrey Epstein.
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.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
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."
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
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.
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Despite Flagg's efforts, the Mavs lost to Charlotte 123-121.
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
A gymnastics medal disputed by the United States and Romania at the 2024 Paris Olympics is heading for a fresh legal review in a Swiss court.
Julius Randle scored 31 points, Naz Reid added 23 and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 118-105.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
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.
