Abbott orders Texas child care fraud probe after Minnesota scandal raises national alarms
Texas eyes child care fraud amid Minnesota scandal — are taxpayer dollars at risk?
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Texas eyes child care fraud amid Minnesota scandal — are taxpayer dollars at risk?
Cook Children's encourages parents to follow the "Three T's."
Currently, nearly 100,000 children in Texas are on a waitlist for state financial assistance to help cover child care costs.
Studies show the childcare crisis in Texas costs the state more than $11 billion a year in productivity and revenue losses.
Investigators said Quentin and Alandria Seabron's two-month-old daughter had unexplained bone fractures.
The lack of affordable, high-quality childcare options is not only impacting working families, but the economy too.
For teachers at the preschool, this program is about more than just playtime.
Ariel Murphy wants to ensure no child gets injured like her son did at a licensed daycare center.
In some parts of the U.S., parents pay more than $30,000 annually for infant care at a center, federal data shows.
Savanna's founder doesn't want parents to feel like they have to choose between their careers and being present for their kids.
The expense is a huge burden for many families.
A North Texas mom continues to fight to regain custody of her two-year-old son after CPS removed him from her home over a disagreement about his medical care.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is investigating a DeSoto daycare facility after allegations of abuse of a four-year-old boy.
Families spend an average of more $700 a month on child care, with costs surging 32% since 2019, a new analysis finds.
Billions of dollars in pandemic-era federal funding for child care centers is set to expire at midnight Saturday, Sept. 30.
Annual tab to bring up a child has surged in recent years. "It's completely understandable that people are scared to death," one expert says.
More than 7.5 million Baby Shark bath toys were recalled due to a risk of serious injuries for children, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Companies seeking funds must show how they plan to develop a local workforce, with firms getting $150 million or more also required to provide affordable and accessible child care for their workers.
Dallas County Health & Human Services has reported its first pediatric flu death this year.
The app offers free parenting resources, including a local child care finder, learning resources for kids ages 0 to 18, family events, neighbor giveaways and more.
Calling safe, affordable childcare critical to the economic recovery, the federal government is sending billions of dollars to Texas to support families and the childcare centers that allow parents to work.
The Texas Department of State Health Services on Wednesday, March 3, notified all vaccine providers that they should immediately include school and child care workers in vaccine administration.
This week Texas Governor Greg Abbott said child care facilities can reopen and set the stage for a return to summer camp, youth sports leagues and even summer school.
The governor addressed two other topics that are top of mind for many North Texans - bars and childcare.
As restrictions are eased and more businesses come back online, industry experts warn that childcare will be critical in order for workers to return.
Texas Democrats Sarah Eckhardt and Clayton Tucker won their party's nominations outright during the March 3 primary, Eckhardt for comptroller and Tucker for agriculture commissioner. They both spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about what they want to accomplish if elected.
Dallas extends its franchise‑matching point streak to 15 games behind Harley's OT winner and strong nights from Johnston and Oettinger.
Thousands pack the streets for races, parades and block parties as police boost patrols and neighbors fire up backyard cookouts.
North Texas programs control the upper classifications, while North Central Texas power Lipan sweeps 2A Division II.
Six U.S. service members who were killed in a military refueling aircraft crash over Iraq last week have been identified as members of the Ohio Air National Guard and Florida-based crew members.
Sources say the man, known publicly as Mike King, used aliases while running an off‑duty police job service and serving on the congresswoman's security team.
Texas Democrats Sarah Eckhardt and Clayton Tucker won their party's nominations outright during the March 3 primary, Eckhardt for comptroller and Tucker for agriculture commissioner. They both spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about what they want to accomplish if elected.
Dallas extends its franchise‑matching point streak to 15 games behind Harley's OT winner and strong nights from Johnston and Oettinger.
Nine defendants were on trial on charges related to the July 4 attack on the Prairieland ICE detention center in North Texas.
Thousands pack the streets for races, parades and block parties as police boost patrols and neighbors fire up backyard cookouts.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Texas Democrats Sarah Eckhardt and Clayton Tucker won their party's nominations outright during the March 3 primary, Eckhardt for comptroller and Tucker for agriculture commissioner. They both spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink about what they want to accomplish if elected.
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr did not name specific networks, but his post included a reference to a Saturday morning Truth Social post from the president.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
The State Department is seeking information on Iran's new supreme leader and nine other "key leaders" in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
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.
Jason Robertson had two goals and two assists to tie a career high in points and Jamie Benn also scored twice as the surging Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 7-2.
Khris Middleton scored 22 of his season-high 35 points in the fourth quarter, Daniel Gafford added a season-high 22 points as the Dallas Mavericks snapped an eight-game losing streak with a 120-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
A person with knowledge of Baltimore's decision told The Associated Press that Crosby failed his physical.
After a season of jarring change and inconsistent play, the Atlanta Hawks appear to be coming together at just the right time.
Jamie Benn's power-play goal lifts the Stars past Vegas 2-1 as Dallas extends its points streak to 13 games.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
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.
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