Dallas ISD Superintendent Michael Hinojosa Working On Plan For Teachers To Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
Like all school districts, Dallas ISD has faced their fair share of challenges this past year.
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Like all school districts, Dallas ISD has faced their fair share of challenges this past year.
"Today's number of 2,438 cases is 250 more new cases than we have ever experienced in any one day," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Some jail inmates in Texas are moving bodies into refrigerated trucks because morgues are so overwhelmed by the number of people dying from COVID-19, but their rank on the list to get vaccinated skews toward the bottom.
You can find out if you're positive or negative for the virus within 20 minutes, without having to send your sample to a lab.
The top health official in Austin warned Tuesday, Dec. 15, that Christmas and New Year's are likely to be grim as the coronavirus continues its aggressive surge in Central Texas.
"I think I was perhaps the first person to receive the vaccine or placebo in North Texas," participant Adam Pick said.
Randy Isenberg said hours after getting the infusion, he felt like a new person. "It means that your fever's gone. The muscle aches, the fatigue."
There is a cumulative total of 147,591 COVID-19 cases in Dallas County, including 1,391 deaths.
President Trump ha said he wants to see direct payments to Americans. The White House proposed a $600 payment in its COVID-19 relief plan.
The system's initial state allocation will be used for the vaccination of front-line caregivers and other healthcare workers in emergency departments and COVID-19 units beginning Tuesday.
"It's an emotional and exciting day. We've been dealing with this since March taking care of the sickest patients here," said Dr. Zachary Dreyfuss, an ICU physician.
"It's certainly a concern that as people think there's a vaccine available, they may not wear the protective equipment such as a mask," said Melissa Winans, Chief Nursing Officer for Texas Health Denton Presbyterian Hospital.
Paul Blackwell was a PE teacher and a football coach at Fannin Middle School. His wife, Rose, was a teacher at the Travis World Language Academy.
The tool that could finally beat back COVID-19 is here, but according to recent polls, most people are fine with letting others try it out first.
Tarrant County Public Health reported 22 more COVID-19 deaths on Monday, Dec. 14, bringing its cumulative total since the start of the pandemic to 1,014 deaths.
UT Dallas Political Science Professor Harold Clarke says national surveys he and others at the university conducted show the COVID-19 pandemic likely cost President Trump winning a second term.
There is a cumulative total of 146,042 cases (PCR test), including 1,385 deaths after six more were announced on Monday, the same day the first COVID-19 vaccines were given in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported only 40 positive flu cases for the week ending December 5 in the entire country.
Along with the sadness from learning country legend Charley Pride died from COVID-19 came outrage and questions about his performance at the CMA Awards one month before, where a vast majority were maskless and social distancing wasn't always practiced.
According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, this week Dallas County medical centers will receive around 27,000 doses of the vaccine, Tarrant County around 18,000 doses and Collin County just under 4,000 doses.
Texas reported more than 8,000 new cases of COVID-19 Sunday and another 111 deaths from the virus, as the pandemic continued to strain hospitals across the state.
Coming off its deadliest week of COVID-19, Dallas County on Sunday reported 1,810 new cases and four more deaths.
The first shipments of a COVID-19 vaccine for widespread use in the United States headed Sunday from Michigan to distribution centers across the country.
Country music legend Charley Pride has died at the age of 86 of complications from COVID-19 in Dallas, his representative announced Saturday.
Dallas County on Saturday reported 2,111 new COVID-19 cases, along with eight more deaths.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
From a symphonic stage in Dallas comes the story of a tragedy that struck a nation in its heart.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
From a symphonic stage in Dallas comes the story of a tragedy that struck a nation in its heart.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
Tuesday's hearing marked the first time that Patel has publicly addressed the new hiring standards related to prostitution, employment theft and bestiality.
Sen. Bernie Sanders is one of the most vocal opponents in Congress on rapid AI development, but bipartisan concerns are growing.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated the war between Feb. 28 and Aug. 1 has directly cost the U.S. about $38 billion.
The controversy is the latest in a long line of incendiary comments made by French that have been condemned by his fellow Republicans, many of whom have endorsed him.
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.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
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.
