Dallas Woman In Her 20s With No Underlying Health Conditions Among 7 New Coronavirus Deaths In County
Dallas County reported 544 additional positive COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 21,882.
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Dallas County reported 544 additional positive COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 21,882.
Dallas County and the other large counties in Texas are seeing more younger people, between 18 and 40, diagnosed with the virus.
The new numbers bring the total case count in Dallas County to 21,338 and the total deaths to 373.
The City of Dallas and Dallas County have finalized a contract with a vendor, Honu, that will make it possible to continue drive-thru COVID-19 testing past June.
Because of the pandemic, Dallas County Elections Administrator Toni Pippins-Poole said the county has to think outside the box.
"Everyone should wear a mask 100 percent of the time when you're around people outside your home," said Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins.
Pointing to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Dallas County, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science has decided to pause plans to reopen in early July.
"In response to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, we want to reassure the public that this pandemic is not eclipsing our capabilities."
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to issue further orders in the midst of a surge in COVID-19 cases, including a "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order and a statewide face mask requirement.
Dallas County has, once again, broken a daily record of new COVID-19 cases in North Texas with 570 on Sunday.
Dallas County on Saturday reported 561 new COVID-19 cases, which is a record-high for a single day in the county and in North Texas.
Dallas County on Friday reported a new daily record of 496 COVID-19 cases, along with 10 additional deaths.
"It's very difficult to keep up with numbers, but this is a tool that is helping us to accomplish this."
Dallas County hospitals are dealing with surges in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday issued an order to postpone elective surgeries unless immediately necessary in the county.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is advising people to reconsider visiting businesses where a mask cannot be worn at all times.
An increasing proportion of COVID-19 cases in Dallas County are being diagnosed in young adults between 18 to 39.
Under a Dallas County moratorium, eviction hearings were suspended until June 15 due to the pandemic.
"In the region, we are above 1,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations for the first time, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins said.
"We're seeing many more cases out in the community based on the fact that our hospitalizations have jumped a whopping 540 since June 1," said Judge Clay Jenkins.
Dallas and Tarrant counties each reported over 400 news cases of COVID-19 on Sunday.
Dallas County reported 395 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, along with two more deaths.
Under a new order passed Friday, masks must be worn in all Dallas County businesses starting at midnight.
The rise in COVID-19 cases in Dallas County is especially concerning to parents of young children.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is asking the Commissioner's Court to consider an order requiring masks at businesses in Dallas County.
More than 17 confirmed COVID-19 cases in children and staff have been reported from nine separate childcare facilities during the past week.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
"It was actually Halloween weekend 1987," said Laura Burns.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
"It was actually Halloween weekend 1987," said Laura Burns.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
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.
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.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
Both conservative and liberal voices expressed alarm over the post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game.
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are in a tight battle in the Texas Senate Race that is drawing attention nationwide. Eye on Politics Reporter Jack Fink chats with CBS Politics Reporter Ed O'Keefe about the race.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
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.
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.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
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.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
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.
