Pandemic Progress? Richardson ISD Announces End To Mask Mandate
Citing a 95% drop in Covid cases in the district since hitting a high at the beginning of the year, RISD school leaders are now looking to reward that pandemic progress.
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Citing a 95% drop in Covid cases in the district since hitting a high at the beginning of the year, RISD school leaders are now looking to reward that pandemic progress.
A federal judge on Wednesday, ordered a halt to the enforcement of Texas' ban on mask mandates in the state's schools.
A new study from Children's Health reveals the extent of the mental health crisis for young people in North Texas.
Parkland Health & Hospital Systems announced on November 10 that it is immediately offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to children between 5 and 11-years-old.
Airlines were required to verify proof of vaccinations for travelers over 18, and a negative COVID-19 test.
An analysis of data from the four-week period from Sept. 4 through Oct. 1 shows that vaccination had a strong protective effect across all ages.
United State Senator Ted Cruz-R,TX called a Tweet -- sent out from Sesame Street's Big Bird character this past weekend -- "Government Propaganda For Your 5-Year-Old."
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reminding the public that starting today, only those fully vaccinated foreign nationals with appropriate and valid entry documents will be permitted to cross into the country from Mexico at land border crossings.
COVID-19 has upended lives in many ways including through restrictions on travel. That has been felt acutely by those living near U.S. borders, where traveling back and forth was a way of life.
More than 1.3 million doses of the Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine are being shipped to providers across Texas this week.
"These are not just numbers. Each life lost left behind a grieving family," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
After watching friends and coworkers die from COVID-19, Lance Lowry quit after 20 years as a corrections officer in Texas to become a long-haul trucker.
A Haltom City Police officer lost a month-long battle with COVID-19 Wednesday.
"Every day we are on a campus in some way, shape or form," Communities in Schools Dallas Clinical Coordinator Curtisha Taylor said.
The new estimate of infections in the industry is nearly three times higher than the 22,400 that the United Food and Commercial Workers Union has said were infected.
A federal judge has rejected a bid by pilots to block Southwest Airlines from imposing a vaccine mandate, saying the airline is within its power to require vaccination as a safety measure.
CISD plans to continue to monitor key metrics and listen to the advice of medical experts as it transitions to the 'Masks Encouraged' policy on Thursday.
The mayor said he is fully vaccinated and experiencing mild symptoms.
Another medical freedom rally is taking place, this time at the the American Airlines Headquarters in Dallas on Oct. 22.
In Texas, former President George W. Bush is remembering the first Black U.S. secretary of state, Colin Powell, who died from complications from COVID-19.
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell died Monday morning due to complications from COVID-19.
"Encouraged and cautiously optimistic," is the message from the Dallas nonprofit that uses data to track Covid-19 infections, vaccinations, and overall risk in our community.
Dr. Shalini Prasad is a professor of bioengineering at UT Dallas as well as a research collaborator for Sotech Health. For the last 18 months, the two have been focused on creating the test.
A federal judge in Texas has extended a ban on United Airlines putting employees on unpaid leave for seeking a medical or religious exemption from getting the COVID vaccine.
Both Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker and her husband, David Parker, have tested positive for COVID-19.
Officials expand rail service and increase law enforcement presence as visitors begin filling the region ahead of tournament play.
The wrongful death filing alleges the nightclub let patrons bypass security for a fee, creating unsafe conditions the night Joseph Gray was killed.
After years of silence, customers' complaints lead to Paxton's first rooftop solar lawsuit as his tenure winds down.
A new Loews Hotel will be built on the Sheraton hotel site.
The longtime firefighter spent his final months trying to secure a lifesaving transplant for his wife as both faced serious health crises.
Officials expand rail service and increase law enforcement presence as visitors begin filling the region ahead of tournament play.
The wrongful death filing alleges the nightclub let patrons bypass security for a fee, creating unsafe conditions the night Joseph Gray was killed.
Follow our live blog for updates from the courtroom.
Organizers postponed Taco Fest North at Epic Central in Grand Prairie because of expected rain and lightning, moving the event to Sunday, June 7.
After years of silence, customers' complaints lead to Paxton's first rooftop solar lawsuit as his tenure winds down.
Drivers towed from a Fort Worth CVS may be eligible for refunds after an I-Team investigation found questions over whether the tow company had authorization to operate in the lot.
Before striking a pipeline, causing a natural gas leak and subsequent explosion, an engineering firm did follow proper protocol to begin work at a Dallas apartment building.
A North Texas foster family says a legal gray area in Texas' Baby Moses law led to the child being returned to biological relatives.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson said relocating to another downtown building would cost much less than repairing the current Dallas City Hall. "The numbers have now been proven multiple times to be accurate, and it would be very costly to stay, and so I would be in favor, for sure, of us saving the taxpayers considerable money by leaving this obsolete building," said Johnson. He also says that deals have not yet been finalized for the Mavericks and Stars. "The Valley View site that the Mavericks are looking at, it's in Dallas, that's a good thing," Johnson said. "Let's start with that. But as far as the Stars are concerned, that negotiations from my understanding, it is a letter of intent. It is not a final deal. It's a step, but not a final step."
Gov. Abbott spoke on efforts to control the screwworm after the flesh-eating parasite was found in Texas.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — now works for the Defense Department.
There's been no word yet on if the Kennedy Center plans to remain open after July 5. It was to be closed for two years for extensive repairs beginning this summer.
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.
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Teagan Kavan struck out five in the final two innings to back a strong start from Citlaly Gutierrez, and Kayden Henry homered to lead Texas to a 4-1 victory over Texas Tech at the Women's College World Series for a second straight national championship.
Alec Burleson drove in three runs, Andre Pallante threw 5 2/3 innings of one-run ball, and the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Texas Rangers 5-3.
"Guys, I don't know if you figured it out yet, but the knives are out for our city," said Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson.
The Dallas Stars have taken a major step toward leaving Downtown Dallas.
From South Dallas to England: Lincoln High senior Joe Gonzalez is making Dallas ISD history.
Anthony Head played librarian and mentor Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and recently appeared in "Ted Lasso."
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
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.
