In Dallas, Governor Abbott rallies support for school choice
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Federal judge rules Texas university that canceled drag show didn't violate free speech rights
The judge argued drag shows are "sexualized content" and can be more regulated than other forms of free speech.
North Texas school districts join TEA lawsuit over "A - F" ratings
Several North Texas school districts, including Dallas, Fort Worth and Prosper ISDs joined the lawsuit.
A Black student was suspended for his hairstyle. The school says it wasn't discrimination
The same week his state outlawed racial discrimination based on hairstyles, a Black high school student was suspended because school officials say his dreadlocks violated dress code.
Coppell ISD launches first-of-its-kind STEAM program for elementary school students
"There's other programs out there, but nothing like we're doing here," said Mike Yakubovsky, the STEAM instructional coach for Coppell ISD.
Texas Education Agency delays release of school accountability ratings
You'll have to wait a little longer to see if your child's school is making the grade.
Extended coverage: Texas teachers are leaving the profession in record numbers. They told us why.
It's happening nationwide, but last year Governor Greg Abbott ordered the Texas Education Agency to immediately form a task force to figure out how the state could address the loss.
North Texas teachers say lack of respect is driving them to quit: "The disrespect is real"
To get to the bottom of why a record number of teachers in Texas are leaving the profession, we spoke to six former North Texas teachers who quit within the last year.
Why are Texas teachers quitting the profession in record numbers? Here's what they told us.
We invited six former teachers to our CBS News Texas studios to find out why.
Dallas ISD leaders implementing new strategies for success in place of "teaching to the test"
School leaders say they're getting back to the basics and giving teachers more time to teach, rather than focusing so much on the STAAR.
Prosper ISD coach arrested, charged after allegations of ignoring sexual assault report
A Prosper ISD coach has been arrested and charged after a student claims she ignored reports of sexual assault.
Granbury ISD board censures trustee for allegedly sneaking into high school library
Karen Lowery was censured after an investigation found she did not follow proper policy in obtaining permission to enter Granbury High School's library to look for books with sexually explicit material.
Lewisville ISD puts $1.23B bond package on November ballot
The bulk of the bond proposal will provide much-needed repairs and infrastructure improvements to Lewisville ISD school buildings, according to the district.
I-Team update: New rules regarding restraints & arrests of young students
The State of Texas can no longer use one specific form of discipline on young students.
The CBS Texas Crystal Apple Awards
Nominate your favorite teacher or school employee for the Crystal Apple Award!
Texas schools trying to fill mental health professional shortage gaps with telehealth & teen court programs
Eighty percent of Texas counties are designated as mental health professional shortage areas.
Duncanville ISD Police Department works to create a safe environment for students, faculty
As students return to the classroom at Duncanville ISD, they'll be greeted with staff and a growing police force making sure everybody is safe.
Duncanville ISD PD works to create a safe environment for students, faculty
As students return to the classroom at Duncanville ISD, they'll be greeted with staff and a growing police force making sure everybody is safe.
The difference between shyness & social anxiety in kids
As school gets back in session, your student might be feeling uneasy.
TEA releases 2023 STAAR test results
The results include assessments in mathematics and reading-language arts (RLA) in third through eighth grade, fifth and eighth grade science and eighth grade social studies.
Arlington High School students get excited for the upcoming school year
Arlington ISD kicks off the school year on Aug. 16.
Arlington High School principal chats about the upcoming school year
Principal Stacie Humbles gives Brooke Katz and Keith Russell an update on Arlington High School and chats about excitement surrounding the school year.
"I'm ready!" Arlington High School teacher kicks off 10th year
Tanner Smith teaches agricultural sciences at Arlington High School.
Veteran Arlington ISD bus driver chats with CBS News Texas
Sherry Gerstenkorn has been a bus driver for about 15 years.
Brooke Katz and Keith Russell go back to school!
CBS News Texas took the morning show on the road!
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Aces pass Wings 97-83 in opener of the semifinal series
The two teams resume their best-of-five series Tuesday night in Las Vegas.
Cowboys fall 28-16 to Cards, drop to 2-1 on the season
The Cowboys host New England next Sunday.
Sunday storms cause power outages in North Texas
Thousands are without power due to severe weather in the area.
Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 1 a.m. Monday
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of North Texas, including the Metroplex, until 1 a.m. Monday morning.
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Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 1 a.m. Monday
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of North Texas, including the Metroplex, until 1 a.m. Monday morning.
Sunday storms cause power outages in North Texas
Thousands are without power due to severe weather in the area.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Aces pass Wings 97-83 in opener of the semifinal series
The two teams resume their best-of-five series Tuesday night in Las Vegas.
Cowboys fall 28-16 to Cards, drop to 2-1 on the season
The Cowboys host New England next Sunday.
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Texas schools received 77,000 threats last year. Some schools lack the resources to respond.
Texas schools received more than 77,000 threats last year, according to data collected by the Texas Education Agency.
I-Team: 7 years after dying in police custody, civil trial starts in the death of Tony Timpa
More than seven years after 32-year-old Tony Timpa died in police custody after calling 911 for help, the civil trial against four Dallas police officers began Monday.
Tony Timpa's wrongful death civil trial set to begin after two-month delay
Body camera footage recorded the night Dallas police officers restrained 32-year-old Tony Timpa who called 911 asking for help. After 11 minutes of an officer's knee on his back, Timpa went silent.
I-Team uncovers how Texas lawmakers diverted millions away from auto theft task forces
Lock your doors because the number of vehicles stolen is hitting new highs in Texas.
New school safety chief aims to 'professionalize' security at all Texas schools
"There is never a finish line when it comes to security."
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Cassidy Hutchinson on the price of speaking out
In her first TV interview the former Trump loyalist and White House advisor, who was "disgusted" upon witnessing the attack on the Capitol by Trump supporters, talks about the price of telling the truth, as detailed in her new book, "Enough."
Biden warns against government shutdown, makes case for second term
President Biden issued a stark warning that "America could be forced to pay the price" if Republicans in Congress fail to act.
The federal government is headed into a shutdown. When will it start and what's next?
The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics.
Eye on Politics: Political fallout from Texas AG Ken Paxton's impeachment trial
The attorney general's impeachment and acquittal are both historic: he's only the third state official to be impeached and the only one not convicted.
White House creates office for gun violence prevention
President Biden is tapping Vice President Kamala Harris to oversee the new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.
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Shopping on Amazon Prime Day? Here's what you need to know
At one of the largest Amazon delivery hubs, associates and drivers are hitting the ground bright and early for Amazon Prime Day.
Schumer asks FDA to investigate Logan Paul's energy drink
PRIME faces scrutiny from lawmakers and health experts over its potentially dangerous levels of caffeine.
Soaring prices for North Texas apartments squeeze renters
When it comes to finding a place to live in North Texas, renting has become just as competitive and expensive as a home, if not more so.
Dream swimming pools turn into nightmares for dozens of North Texans
Dozens of North Texans paid a pool contractor for projects it never completed. Now they're trying to figure out what happens next.
Tesla recalls 'Full Self-Driving' to fix flaws in behavior
Electric automaker Tesla is recalling nearly 363,000 vehicles.
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Concern is raised as hospitalizations for COVID-19 increase among seniors and kids
Seniors have the highest rates of COVID hospitalizations by far, but hospitalizations among children—especially among those younger than 5—are rising fast.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
North Texas TRANSportation Network launches to help trans minors receive healthcare
This comes after the Texas Legislature passed SB 14, preventing transgender minors, younger than 18 years old, from accessing hormone therapies, and puberty blockers.
FDA declines approval bid for Neffy, a needle-free EpiPen alternative
ASR Pharma said it was surprised and "deeply disappointed" by the FDA request for more trial data on its Neffy nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
A new COVID vaccine booster is available to North Texans
The shot is recommended for anyone six months of age or older.
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The federal government is headed into a shutdown. When will it start and what's next?
The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics.
Texas ranks 2nd most visited wine region in the US
The Texas Hill Country is home to hundreds of wineries.
American Airlines fined $4.1 million for dozens of long tarmac delays
The fine is the largest ever for keeping passengers on delayed flights without giving them a chance to leave the plane.
Nissan recalls 236,000+ cars over problem that can cause loss of steering
Nissan is recalling more than 236,000 small cars in the U.S. because the tie rods in front suspension can bend and break.
Tesla CFO Zachary Kirkhorn steps down
Tesla Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn has left the company after 13 years with the the electric vehicle and solar panel maker.
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Aces pass Wings 97-83 in opener of the semifinal series
The two teams resume their best-of-five series Tuesday night in Las Vegas.
Cowboys fall 28-16 to Cards, drop to 2-1 on the season
The Cowboys host New England next Sunday.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Rangers get 7 scoreless innings in 2-0 win over Mariners
Texas is 7-1 against the Mariners, clinching the season series even though the teams still play five more times.
The Iron Skillet stays in Fort Worth as TCU tops SMU 34-17
TCU Coach Sonny Dykes has a personal four-game winning streak in the SMU series.
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
More than 35,000 people register to vote after Taylor Swift post
A Taylor Swift Instagram post drove thousands of young people to register to vote this week.
"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Travis Scott questioned over deadly crowd surge at Texas festival in wave of lawsuits
Scott was questioned for several hours in a deposition he gave in connection with hundreds of lawsuits filed against him and others over the deaths and injuries at the 2021 Astroworld festival.
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Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 1 a.m. Monday
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of North Texas, including the Metroplex, until 1 a.m. Monday morning.
Tracking severe weather in North Texas
There is a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Van Zandt County. This is a storm that has been producing a little bit of rotation, but overall heavy rain and a lot of strong and even large hail.
Weather Alert Sunday: Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 11 p.m.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of North Texas, including the Metroplex, until 11 p.m. Sunday night.
Jonesing for football: Cowboys dealt adversity, prepping for Cards
There's an old saying in the NFL that the more you win, the closer you are to losing.
Heat advisory in effect until 7 p.m. for North Texas
Not only are we expecting triple-digit heat, but there's a chance for severe storms later today.
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ERCOT supply and demand
ERCOT is asking residents to conserve electricity use
Life in plastic — it's fantastic! NICU babies living the Barbie life
No one puts these dolls back in their boxes. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth are pretty in pink!
Little ones in the NICU at Texas Health hospitals are ready for the Fourth of July!
Babies in the neonatal intensive care units at Texas Health won't be able to go home for this year's Fourth of July, but that doesn't mean they can't join in the festivities.
After the Storm: Matador Tornado Damage
A tornado struck Matador, killing at least four people, injuring nine.
HAIL-uva storm system sweeps through North Texas
Strong to severe storms have kept North Texans on their toes this week, with large hail pelting some areas and a tornado claiming three people's lives in Perryton, about 115 miles northeast of Amarillo.
