Praying To Play, COVID-19 Keeps Friday Night Lights Off For Dallas Student Athletes
There are no official Friday Night Lights this fall for the 17 private schools in the Southwest Preparatory Conference.
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There are no official Friday Night Lights this fall for the 17 private schools in the Southwest Preparatory Conference.
This is the first time health officials have reported less than 100 COVID-19 cases on any day since April 27.
Following 46 cases of bleach ingestions in the North Texas Poison Center region since the start of August, experts are again warning people that drinking the chemical won't prevent COVID-19.
Facilities won permission more than 3,000 times to skimp on compliance during the sweeping government clemency.
Thousands of pages of emails show some governors in the U.S. put economic interests ahead of public health guidance, and certain businesses were allowed to write the rules that would govern their own operations.
Dallas County on Sunday reported 332 cases of COVID-19, with 93 of them coming from a backlog in the state's reporting system.
A new COVID-19 testing site will be opening Monday morning at NRH20 water park in North Richland Hills.
Dallas County on Saturday reported 1,086 cases of COVID-19, with 862 of them coming from a backlog in the state's reporting system.
Several Shell Shack locations have hired off-duty police officers to increase security on weekends because of recent altercations.
The state reported 4,651 confirmed new cases and 258 more deaths on Friday.
Starting Saturday, Dallas County is offering COVID-19 testing to anyone over 5 years old with or without symptoms.
Total cases in any one facility have been limited to 10 or fewer and cases among employees have been nearly double those among children.
The state's new guidelines require facilities to have had no new COVID-19 cases for two weeks before there can be visitors.
"Not every family will be able to do it, and I hope they have somebody that can kind of help them with going back to school," said Stephanie Dunbar.
The total COVID-19 case count in Dallas County is 67,486 along with 849 deaths.
"Not everyone is going to be happy with the decision, but it is what it is and it's the context we are in," said Superintendent Michael Hinojosa.
The school district said it immediately began contact tracing and notified everyone who came into close contact with those who tested positive.
"Right here in Texas, we know that suicide is the third leading cause of death for even kiddos as young as 10 to 14," said Kristi Wiley, program director for the Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation.
All students in fourth grade and above were required to wear masks while inside buildings.
Boxes of nonperishable food will be provided to families on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins called the death a "reminder that COVID-19 is a serious illness for everyone and can be deadly for anyone."
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Workforce Commission to apply to receive federal unemployment money to help Texans.
Fort Worth-based American Airlines will drop flights to 15 smaller U.S. cities in October when a federal requirement to serve those communities ends.
Much like school districts across the country, colleges and universities are also having to navigate the challenges of operating amid COVID-19.
The CBS 11 I-Team asked one simple question: Do you plan to send your own children back to school in person?
Dallas TSA officers say missed paychecks during the government shutdown are hitting families hard as hundreds leave the agency nationwide.
North Texas community shaken after an Afghan immigrant dies in ICE custody just 24 hours after his arrest.
The videos show Robinson refusing commands to surrender until finally he exits the vehicle and pulls a gun, followed by multiple gunshots from officers.
Irving PD said the incident is isolated and there is no threat to the public.
As the war against Iran has entered its third week, President Trump said Monday the U.S. has "literally obliterated" its regime.
Dallas TSA officers say missed paychecks during the government shutdown are hitting families hard as hundreds leave the agency nationwide.
North Texas community shaken after an Afghan immigrant dies in ICE custody just 24 hours after his arrest.
The videos show Robinson refusing commands to surrender until finally he exits the vehicle and pulls a gun, followed by multiple gunshots from officers.
Entries must be submitted up to 15 minutes before the full tournament tips off at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 19.
Irving PD said the incident is isolated and there is no threat to the public.
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.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
As the war against Iran has entered its third week, President Trump said Monday the U.S. has "literally obliterated" its regime.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino was pulled away from a high-profile role leading immigration raids in major U.S. cities, including Minneapolis, earlier this year.
President Trump said White House chief of staff Susie Wiles will "continue doing the job she loves" even while undergoing treatment for early stage breast cancer.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.
Entries must be submitted up to 15 minutes before the full tournament tips off at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 19.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120.
"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."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
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.
