Businesses, educators and parents urging Texas lawmakers to address childcare crisis this session
The lack of affordable, high-quality childcare options is not only impacting working families, but the economy too.
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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.
Parents here in North Texas and across the country know the struggle when trying to figure out how much to pay a babysitter. According to care.com there are a number of factors that should be considered when paying your child's caregiver.
Find local daycare's latest inspection results online.
Every day countless parents send their kids off to daycare. Many love it and couldn't live without it, but not all daycare centers are created equal. But there's a movement underway to raise the standards.
In a matter of a few hours, North Texas will be under a second Winter Storm Advisory this week. Now, some frazzled parents are left wondering what to do if school lets out for another day.
The I-Team followed the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office's human trafficking unit as it offered help to the women and men caught in prostitution stings.
The New York Knicks defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-113 on Tuesday night.
The North Texas native says, "Our family has been through it" after two separate attacks from his pet boxer.
Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and a Speaker of the Texas House held a joint news conference for the first time since 2019.
Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker have both made the opening day roster with the Texas Rangers, and the recent first-round draft picks will fill the final two spots in the rotation.
The return of low-level moisture on a southerly surface flow will increase the chance for a couple of isolated showers late Tuesday afternoon into the early evening hours.
The I-Team followed the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office's human trafficking unit as it offered help to the women and men caught in prostitution stings.
The New York Knicks defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-113 on Tuesday night.
The North Texas native says, "Our family has been through it" after two separate attacks from his pet boxer.
Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and a Speaker of the Texas House held a joint news conference for the first time since 2019.
The I-Team followed the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office's human trafficking unit as it offered help to the women and men caught in prostitution stings.
Dozens of videos are posted to an account under the name Ahmer Saeed, featuring frightened sales staff along for the ride.
As Texas' measles outbreak grows, many North Texas doctors fear this is just the beginning, thanks to the increased vaccine hesitancy.
The new bill, introduced by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), seeks to add layers of protection to Bitcoin ATM transactions.
In one Tarrant County ZIP code, nearly two out of every 100 newborns aren't surviving their first year of life.
Trump has signed an executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandating that all ballots be received by Election Day.
Consumer confidence continues to wane as Americans worry about the economy, jobs and their income.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett mocked her state's governor during a weekend appearance, referring to Greg Abbott as "Gov. Hot Wheels" while speaking at a banquet in Los Angeles.
Devon Archer was convicted in 2018 for his connection to a scheme to defraud a business arm of a Native American tribe.
The Trump administration has quietly paused the processing of green card applications filed by certain individuals, including approved refugees.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Evan White died from colon cancer days before his 29th birthday.
A group of North Texas moms are stressing a fentanyl poisoning can happen to anyone.
As of March 25, the outbreak in Texas was up to 327 cases.
Many allergy sufferers in North Texas are buzzing about a sweet remedy.
"People that are really allergic need to stay indoors more than outdoors," said Dr. Alfred Johnson.
A Florida sheriff's office says a man drove his car into protesters gathered outside a Tesla dealership in Palm Beach County, but nobody was injured.
A one-of-a-kind Dallas small business is aiming to change the way you think about scent with a focus on clean beauty and the science behind fragrance.
The lack of affordable, high-quality childcare options is not only impacting working families, but the economy too.
These changes will take place May 28, right before the busy summer travel season.
President Trump's escalating trade war could impact the housing market in Texas, according to economists and industry experts.
The New York Knicks defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-113 on Tuesday night.
Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker have both made the opening day roster with the Texas Rangers, and the recent first-round draft picks will fill the final two spots in the rotation.
It's hard to beat playing Little League as a kid growing up; however, baseball has become an increasingly expensive activity for kids.
Jake Oettinger shut out his home-state team stopping 32 shots.
JuJu Watkins was carried off the floor in the first quarter of top-seeded USC's game against Mississippi State in the women's NCAA Tournament.
The North Texas native says, "Our family has been through it" after two separate attacks from his pet boxer.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Fans could hardly contain themselves when rock icon Kid Rock took the stage in Fort Worth Wednesday morning.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
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.
CBS News Texas viewers got out and enjoyed the snow day on Thursday and send us all of their best photos. Take a look.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
