'It's A Gigantic Mistake,' Experts Warn Of Potential COVID-19 Surge Amid Lifted Mask Mandates
More states are easing coronavirus restrictions despite health officials' warnings not to do just that.
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More states are easing coronavirus restrictions despite health officials' warnings not to do just that.
"We had to downsize," said Martin Thompson, owner of Cat City Grill. "We're running pretty much a skeleton crew right now."
"I strongly urge everyone to focus on what doctors, facts and science say will keep you safe from Covid-19," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Both the Stars and Mavericks will continue to limit attendance and require fans to wear masks.
Tarrant County cancelled its local order requiring face coverings Tuesday, and Fort Worth's was set to expire at the end of the day.
"We would love to be able to get back to normal, but with all the variables that are out there, we still have a lot more people that need to be vaccinated. It's not the time to relax."
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is set to make what his office is calling "Statewide Announcement" to small business and community leaders of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce today at 1:30 p.m.
A family in Texas was nearly stabbed to death inside a Sam's Club in 2020. The attack has left Bawi Cung and his two young sons with scars — some visible, some not.
Dallas is one of more than 140 cities supporting an effort to declare the first Monday in March "COVID Victims and Survivors Memorial Day."
In all of the fallout from the deadly winter storms, some encouraging news may have been overlooked: Covid-19 numbers in North Texas are now on the decline.
Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 751 additional positive cases of COVID-19 in Dallas County, 668 confirmed cases and 83 probable cases.
The Justice Department said Saturday it will appeal a Texas judge's ruling that found the federal government's eviction moratorium unconstitutional.
Dallas County on Saturday reported 570 new COVID-19 cases, along with 10 more deaths.
The city of Arlington and partners including the FEMA and the military officially opened the first federal vaccine clinic at the Globe Life Field.
Collin County Judge Chris Hill on Friday rescinded the area's COVID-19 disaster declaration, but Gov. Greg Abbott's orders are still in place.
Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 614 additional COVID-19 cases and 24 more deaths in Dallas County on Thursday, Feb. 25.
The goal is to ultimately identify the cause of these long hauler cases, along with treatment and prevention methods.
"It's nothing like you see on the news," says Rios... the emotion heavy in his voice, just minutes into the interview. "I didn't think I was going to make it."
Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 412 additional positive cases of COVID-19 in Dallas County on Tuesday.
Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation announcing Saturday, May 1, as the special election date to fill the 6th Congressional District seat recently vacated by the late Congressman Ron Wright.
Another North Texas festival has fallen victim to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Tuesday, Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives announced that the 2021 Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival has been cancelled -- for the second year.
Chief Greif had been working from home over the past two weeks to prepare for this day.
"The new COVID case numbers are artificial due to a lack of reporting and the lack of testing during the extreme winter weather," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
This week, the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs began accepting applications for the largest statewide COVID-19 rent and utility relief program.
All the latest surrounding COVID-19 in Dallas.
A man who was shot died at the scene, according to officers.
We'll see our storm chances continue on Thursday, and some showers and rumbles may build in as early as the back half of the morning commute.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Since Haaland's visit, the store has sold more than 2,000 T‑shirts.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
A man who was shot died at the scene, according to officers.
We'll see our storm chances continue on Thursday, and some showers and rumbles may build in as early as the back half of the morning commute.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Since Haaland's visit, the store has sold more than 2,000 T‑shirts.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
President Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was drained for repairs, after weeks of railing against alleged vandals.
Gov. Ggreg Abbott has instructed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to investigate so-called birth tourism packages.
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.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
With one final to go on Tuesday, organizers say their focus is already shifting to the future, as they try to secure their spot to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
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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