Custodial Management Companies Fight COVID-19 In North Texas Schools
As North Texas students begin in-person and on-campus learning, many parents are concerned about what cleaning measures schools will be taking to keep their children safe.
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As North Texas students begin in-person and on-campus learning, many parents are concerned about what cleaning measures schools will be taking to keep their children safe.
This year's fundraising effort is even more critical to these organizations to help offset the losses caused by the pandemic.
Curby Alexander, an Associate Professor at TCU's College of Education, said students in virtually every school district have been negatively impacted by the pandemic.
He's got a brand new belt buckle, a refurbished hat and an accessory you can't miss, his 7-foot by 4-foot face mask.
Of the 311 new cases reported Wednesday, 86 came through the Texas Department of State Health Services' electronic laboratory reporting system and 13 were from previous months.
During a special board meeting Tuesday evening, the Fort Worth ISD Board of Education affirmed a plan to offer in-person instruction for students.
The move is the result of a high number of employees out due to having close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
If it feels like the calendar is yet another trick of 2020, you're not alone. Six months have passed since COVID-19 turned everyone's lives upside down.
Of the 190 new cases reported Tuesday, 151 came through the Texas Department of State Health Services' electronic laboratory reporting system and 68 were from previous months.
"Getting a flu shot is especially important this season to help keep hospitalizations down during the state's ongoing response to COVID-19," the Governor's Office said in a news release.
Customers will need to provide a communication from the hiring company to the bus operator or train conductor.
Hawk Security Services focuses on setting up and maintaining full home monitoring systems to include alarms and surveillance.
Most DFW students are still learning from home these days. For parents of multiple children, that can mean a lot of juggling.
Close contact is defined by the schools as anyone who came within six feet of the infected person for more than 15 minutes.
That's no surprise to Dr. Devika Rao, a pediatric pulmonologist at Children's Health and an assistant professor at UT Southwestern.
The Texas Department of State Health Services said the total number of COVID-19 cases so far in the state is now at 663,445, while the death toll is now at 14,211.
Nearly a month after the district launched with online classes only, Pre-K through 2nd grade students opting for face-to-face instruction were allowed to return to campus.
Big Tex isn't skipping 2020 after all - though it won't exactly be crowds he's welcoming. Starting Saturday, a newly-imagined kind of mini-Fair begins, almost all of it a drive-through.
"Please know that this decision was not made lightly, but we feel it is necessary in order to protect the health of all involved," Krum ISD said.
The National Organization of Black County Officials has agreed to pay for extra tutoring for 25 1st graders at Sunrise McMillan Elementary.
"It continues to be important with schools opening and businesses getting back on better footing for everyone to wear a mask and maintain six-foot social distancing," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Fans are required to maintain pod integrity by only transferring tickets to family or friends within their trusted group.
Find answers to some of your questions about the coronavirus — as the world continues to face it, fight it, and understand it.
Texas health officials on Sunday reported 1,840 new cases of the coronavirus and 47 additional deaths.
Dallas County on Sunday reported 156 cases of COVID-19, along with three more deaths.
Rising gas prices—now nearing $4 a gallon—are squeezing North Texans, forcing drivers to rethink commutes, budgets, and daily routines.
Matas Vokietaitis had 23 points and 16 rebounds, and No. 11 seed Texas knocked off sixth-seeded BYU 79-71 on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, overcoming 35 points from Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa.
Rashaun Agee had 22 points and nine rebounds, and No. 10 seed Texas A&M beat seventh-seeded Saint Mary's 63-50 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Justice Department says it has shuttered four websites that were allegedly used by Iranian government-linked groups to post hacked information and threaten regime critics.
Crews responded to reports of a loud explosion and flames on Moseley Street as investigators work to determine whether natural gas played a role.
Rising gas prices—now nearing $4 a gallon—are squeezing North Texans, forcing drivers to rethink commutes, budgets, and daily routines.
Matas Vokietaitis had 23 points and 16 rebounds, and No. 11 seed Texas knocked off sixth-seeded BYU 79-71 on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, overcoming 35 points from Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa.
Rashaun Agee had 22 points and nine rebounds, and No. 10 seed Texas A&M beat seventh-seeded Saint Mary's 63-50 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Justice Department says it has shuttered four websites that were allegedly used by Iranian government-linked groups to post hacked information and threaten regime critics.
Crews responded to reports of a loud explosion and flames on Moseley Street as investigators work to determine whether natural gas played a role.
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
The Justice Department says it has shuttered four websites that were allegedly used by Iranian government-linked groups to post hacked information and threaten regime critics.
The FCC announced Thursday that it had approved the $6.2 billion merger of major broadcast station owners Nexstar and Tegna.
The family of an Afghan immigrant who died one day after being taken into custody by ICE in Texas says it has received no answers as to what caused the man's death.
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Matas Vokietaitis had 23 points and 16 rebounds, and No. 11 seed Texas knocked off sixth-seeded BYU 79-71 on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, overcoming 35 points from Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa.
Rashaun Agee had 22 points and nine rebounds, and No. 10 seed Texas A&M beat seventh-seeded Saint Mary's 63-50 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar is out for the entire 2026 season and will lose his $15 million salary after his second positive test for a performance-enhancing drug.
Cunningham got hurt in Tuesday's win over Washington, leaving midway through the opening quarter with what the team called back spasms.
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
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.
