Educators arrested in Millsap over allegations of abuse against autistic student
The arrests come after a video surfaced online and went viral, showing the teachers allegedly hitting a 10-year-old autistic boy in February.
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The arrests come after a video surfaced online and went viral, showing the teachers allegedly hitting a 10-year-old autistic boy in February.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
The president can't shut down the agency by himself. Only members of Congress have the authority to do so.
This year, students face more challenges than ever, with rising tuition costs and changes to DEI initiatives reshaping the admissions landscape.
Two senate bills could lead to prayer and Bible reading in Texas classrooms next school year.
Gov. Abbott said he is proud the Texas House has the votes to pass the $1 billion plan to spend public tax money for students to attend private school.
A group of special education students in Fort Worth got the surprise of a lifetime, walking into a brand-new, fully customized classroom.
Democrats at the state Capitol and other school choice opponents are raising concerns about the potential long-term cost of the program.
"Devastation, this is really going to hobble our schools," said Rachel McManis, a parent of two students.
On March 12, Adrian Buruato turned himself in to authorities on two second-degree felony charges.
Recent changes to student loans have caused confusion and uncertainty around recertification process for borrowers enrolled in repayment plans.
McKinney ISD recently informed parents that some positions and programs could be cut.
The USDA said it is promoting wiser government spending, but schools say it will make it tougher to serve healthy meals.
Caleb Wilson was a junior at Southern University and A&M College and a member of the school's famed marching band.
The explosion happened Wednesday night at the Engineering Key section of campus, which was evacuated.
One of the bills includes school safety funding by an additional $500 million.
"The District is aware of allegations regarding teacher misconduct in a special education classroom at Millsap Elementary School."
An email obtained Tuesday by CBS News to staff at the Department of Education instructed them to leave offices by 6 p.m. and said that all department offices in Washington, D.C., as well as regional offices around the country, would be closed Wednesday "for security reasons".
For the first time this session, a Texas House Committee discussed a bill that would spend $1 billion in taxpayer money to send students to private school.
For the first time this session, a Texas House Committee discussed a bill that would spend $1 billion in taxpayer money to send students to private school.
The school board unanimously approved her hiring.
For teachers at the preschool, this program is about more than just playtime.
The House is considering a $1 billion bill that would allow up to 100,000 students in Texas to attend private schools.
On Tuesday, the Texas House Public Education Committee will hear from supporters and opponents of taxpayer-funded education savings accounts.
This decision came during the Feb. 17 board meeting, which fell on a school holiday.
Paige Bueckers led Dallas (18-11) with 23 points. Arike Ogunbowale scored 14 of her 20 points in the first half. The Wings have lost three of their last four games.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Community members, classmates, and veterans are preparing tributes and ribbons as they gather to remember the 19-year-old soldier.
Authorities say the scheme relied on sham "Good Faith Accounts" and forged bank statements that misled clients seeking multi‑million‑dollar loans.
The group accused the church of mishandling millions of dollars in donations.
Paige Bueckers led Dallas (18-11) with 23 points. Arike Ogunbowale scored 14 of her 20 points in the first half. The Wings have lost three of their last four games.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
Community members, classmates, and veterans are preparing tributes and ribbons as they gather to remember the 19-year-old soldier.
Authorities say the scheme relied on sham "Good Faith Accounts" and forged bank statements that misled clients seeking multi‑million‑dollar loans.
The group accused the church of mishandling millions of dollars in donations.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
More than 40 years after helping catch an ice cream truck driver who exposed himself to her, an Oklahoma woman testified against him in a Texas trial, helping secure a life sentence.
In 1991, a Plano girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The same thing happened 8 years later in Dallas. Investigators found the same DNA on both victims.
Ashley Keith sat down with CBS News Texas for an exclusive interview, her first ever about her 1991 kidnapping.
Democratic Texas state Rep. Ramon Romero Jr. of Fort Worth speaks with Jack Dink about immigration policy, including Republican efforts to end birthright citizenship for so-called "birth tourists," or people who come to the U.S. in order to give birth. They also discussed data centers and the midterm elections.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke with Jack Fink at a Republican event in Sherman about the upcoming midterm elections and his proposals for property tax relief, among other topics.
Republican Rep. Brandon Gill of Flower Mound speaks with Jack Fink about his proposal to revoke birthright citizenship for children whose parents enter the U.S. illegally for the purpose of giving birth.
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at water systems in at least seven states this week, including Minnesota, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
CBS News has learned that four of the nation's largest Latino civic organizations are joining forces for the first time, combining their voter outreach operations ahead of the crucial 2026 midterms.
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.
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The illness may take up to 14 days to incubate.
Dangerous heat is sending more people to the ER. Here's where North Texas outdoor workers can get free hydration kits.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The pressure is rising on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ditch a $20 billion privatization plan, but soccer's governing body is doubling down and criticizing the media.
Allisha Gray scored five of her 25 points in the closing seconds and the Atlanta Dream overcame a 15-point deficit to beat the Dallas Wings 82-81 on Wednesday night in the first game for both teams since the All-Star break.
Yandy Diaz and Ryan Vilade homered in the first inning and five pitchers combined for a four-hitter as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Texas Rangers 3-0.
Spikes Under the Lights organizers announced the matchups Tuesday for the Aug. 27 event at the home of the Dallas Cowboys.
A lawsuit alleges that a drive storing a $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought Stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
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.
