Dallas County Reports 947 New Coronavirus Cases, 17 Deaths
"These numbers (of new cases) appear to still be low due to lower than expected numbers from the state's electronic laboratory reporting system," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
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"These numbers (of new cases) appear to still be low due to lower than expected numbers from the state's electronic laboratory reporting system," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Tarrant County on Wednesday reported 2,112 new COVID-19 cases, which is the highest single-day increase since the pandemic began.
At least eight Tarrant County residents who tested positive for COVID-19 told contact tracers they had attended Dallas Cowboys home games within the last month and a half, health officials said Wednesday.
Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price and her husband have tested positive for COVID-19, her office announced on Twitter Wednesday.
City leaders in Dallas are currently dealing with spikes in COVID-19 and crime at the same time heading into the holidays.
U.S. regulators are now allowing emergency use of the first rapid coronavirus test that can be performed entirely at home.
Texas health officials reported 7,841 COVID-19 patients were hospitalized on Tuesday, 373 more than on Monday, the most since early August and about double the hospitalizations of a month ago.
"This is not the year... to have a great holiday gathering, a great outing at the bar, restaurant. It's just not the time," said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Michelle Nogle who taught at Seguin High School in Arlington, said she did not feel safe returning to in-person learning on campus.
"We've had almost a third of the attendance in the NFL. I'm proud of that. Our stadium is particularly suited for airiness, openness, air circulation," said Jones.
Even if this Congress approves a second stimulus payment before Congress adjourns for the year in mid-December, it is unlikely the payments would reach most Americans before Christmas.
"There is little reason to believe that if the full numbers were reported, they would be different than the trend we've been seeing for the last several days," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
A teacher in the Arlington Independent School District says she had no choice but to resign out of concern over the coronavirus and the health of her family.
Tarrant County is now under a public health warning as virus case numbers reach what the public health director called "dire" levels.
A representative from North Texas has filed legislation that would designate places of worship and religious activity as "essential" under Texas law.
"This is well above my expectations, I think I would have been happy if it made 60% effective rate, so to see 94.5%, that's very exciting. It's very good news," said Chief Boyd.
As of Monday, Nov. 16 there are nearly 2,200 lab-confirmed Covid-19 patients hospitalized in the North Texas region.
With COVID-19 cases surging, some DFW area schools are hoping increased testing will help them curb the spread by identifying who's infected.
COVID-19 has been tough on many industries, but sports cards evidently isn't one of them.
The father of two, was said to be home recovering from COVID-19 last week when he took a turn for the worse.
"I think this year stands out more than ever," Dallas Children's Advocacy Center Director of Support Services Mindy Jackson said.
"We used to say, imagine a world without hunger. We said our goal is to go out of business, but obviously that never came true because of the need," explained Liz Minyard.
On November 16 Dallas County Health and Human Services reported 1,831 new positive cases of COVID-19 and one additional death.
So far, Texas leaders have given no indication of forthcoming restrictions to keep people from gathering and spreading the virus.
Walmart is again counting the number of customers at its stores as Texas leads the nation in the number of coronavirus cases -- at more than 1 million -- and the U.S. continues to hit daily highs.
Investigators say the pair used drug‑infused paper to smuggle synthetic substances into correctional institutions across the U.S.
A 13‑year‑old, his mother, and a calm 911 trainee worked together to keep a 10‑year‑old alive until help arrived.
The agency says its focus will be on stopping trafficking, exploitation, and other federal crimes as millions of fans arrive in North America.
Loved ones question officers' actions and timeline as investigators review body camera footage.
Firefighters, outreach teams, and a nonprofit helped him stabilize his life and begin rebuilding.
Investigators say the pair used drug‑infused paper to smuggle synthetic substances into correctional institutions across the U.S.
A 13‑year‑old, his mother, and a calm 911 trainee worked together to keep a 10‑year‑old alive until help arrived.
The agency says its focus will be on stopping trafficking, exploitation, and other federal crimes as millions of fans arrive in North America.
Voters in every precinct will have a distinct ballot, depending on what races are in play where they live.
Loved ones question officers' actions and timeline as investigators review body camera footage.
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.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink goes one-on-one with Dallas Republican Ross Hunt, founder of Hunt Research, on whether the President's endorsement guarantees Paxton a win -- or if Cornyn has a chance of coming out on top in the runoff.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink goes one-on-one with Democrat Matt Angle, Founder and Director of the Democratic PAC, Lone Star Project.
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Voters in every precinct will have a distinct ballot, depending on what races are in play where they live.
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 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.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
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.
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Kyle Busch, 41, died suddenly on Thursday after being hospitalized with an illness, according to his team.
In just a couple of weeks, the Swedish national team is expected to arrive in North Texas.
Bright shades of blue, orange, and pink now cover closed-off parking spaces along Main Street in downtown.
That new information suggests demand for tickets has been lower than anticipated.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio is signing off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
Lee Mendelson Film Productions alleges the U.S. Department of the Interior illegally used the jazzy tunes in social media posts and a video game.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
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.
