Northwest ISD faces larger class sizes after tax rate proposal fails
The proposal would have increased the district's maintenance and operations tax rate by 3 cents to "maintain class sizes and student programs," according to the district.
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The proposal would have increased the district's maintenance and operations tax rate by 3 cents to "maintain class sizes and student programs," according to the district.
Pleasant Grove ISD in Texarkana is also taking steps to ensure similar events don't happen again.
Emma Brisendine has a big heart for helping people and was awarded a prestigious scholarship at Selwyn School in Argyle.
Emma Brisendine, a student at Selwyn School in Argyle, was recently awarded the John and Robin Doncaster Endowed Scholarship.
It's a million-dollar teacher certification cheating scandal sending shockwaves through the Texas education community.
Video shows students acting up, even potentially spitting on players.
The school district placed the longtime educator on administrative leave before he resigned.
This comes as several other districts, including Richardson, Fort Worth and Lewisville, are also closing schools.
Police say the investigation started in late September after receiving information about a prohibited relationship with the 15-year-old student.
Dr. Karen Calvert Molinar is embracing the role of interim superintendent at the Fort Worth ISD for a second time and has already lined out her priorities ahead.
"It's definitely been hard," Delia Sandoval said. "I've lost many hours of sleep. It's affected us emotionally."
A Dallas County judge issued a temporary restraining order against the district after Jorge Arredondo sued.
Federal law prohibits disability discrimination and guarantees that students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities.
A group of Denton ISD parents and special education advocates have filed complaints against the district with the U.S. Department of Education, alleging neglect of students with disabilities. The district denies discrimination.
Dr. Jorge Arredondo is suing the school district for violating his contract. He says the school district violated his constitutional rights.
SpaceX's Starship launch from Boca Chica, Texas, marked the first successful return of a booster rocket to its launch site.
On Monday morning, NASA launched a probe into space, marking the start of a mission to Jupiter's moon Europa. At Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth, science teacher Rick Garnett used the historic moment as a learning opportunity for his students.
"We actually have less money now, when you account for inflation, than we did in 2016," the superintendent said.
Dr. Karen Molinar got the unanimous support of the Fort Worth Independent School District Trustees to be the system's interim superintendent.
Dr. Karen Molinar is back at the helm of the Fort Worth Independent. School District.
Dr. W. Brian Byrd said that since the popularity of smartphones started skyrocketing in 2013, there is enough data to demonstrate the mental health challenges for teenagers connected to social media on smartphones.
Outgoing Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Angelica Ramsey is set to make nearly $1 million over the next year. Lauren Crawford breaks down the details.
Edward Griffin is Coppell High School's starting quarterback and has led the team to a 4-0 start. The multi-talented quarterback is committed to the University of Baylor and says he's excited to continue his football career there.
Concerns over what is and isn't on library shelves have been a hot topic, especially in Texas.
In a decision that came down late Monday night, Coppell ISD's school board decided to close te school as part of its controversial budget cuts.
While one victim was shot in the leg and faced no life-threatening injuries, the department said the victim who was killed died at the scene.
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.
While one victim was shot in the leg and faced no life-threatening injuries, the department said the victim who was killed died at the scene.
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 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.
