Parents sue over new law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
The Ten Commandments laws are among efforts, mainly in conservative-led states, to insert religion into public schools.
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The Ten Commandments laws are among efforts, mainly in conservative-led states, to insert religion into public schools.
Grand Prairie police said the classes are a chance for attendees to get the same training as law enforcement on active shooter situations.
The teens' dedication even got one of them grounded.
According to Dallas-based Christ for the Nations Institute, Vance Boelter, 57, was part of a two-year program and graduated in 1990.
On June 17, spring 2025 STAAR test results for grades 3-8 were released.
Some students in Texas require accommodations to excel. That's where Individualized Education Programs come into play. Lacey Beasley explains.
The board that oversees prestigious Fulbright scholarships accused the Trump administration of meddling that could "damage the integrity of this storied program."
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
For over 20 years, thousands of undocumented students have benefited from the Texas Dream Act.
Nearly half of that new funding will go towards teacher pay raises.
Every summer, the YMCA runs the program at more than 100 locations across North Texas.
CHISD said the goal is to increase scholar focus, reduce classroom distractions and enhance academic engagement across all grade levels.
In 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against race-conscious college admissions. Now, data on the first class of students to enter since then gives a peek into what the future of college enrollment holds.
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
HB 6 would allow suspensions for students from pre-K to second grade.
With constant talk of tariffs and a possible trade war, there is an air of uncertainty that hangs over the economy, and some companies are responding by keeping hiring flat.
Districts have said that moving to a four-day school week will help them recruit and retain quality teachers.
Shortening school weeks to four days started a few years ago in Texas. Here's why school districts consider it.
The legislation will likely head to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk after the House and Senate discuss it further.
The $8.5 billion public school funding bill may be debated in the Texas House on Wednesday after passing the Texas Senate last week.
Parents would be able to challenge books in the school libraries under the legislation.
The Texas Senate is expected to approve the bill. It will then head to the House.
The closures, which primarily impact elementary campuses, are part of Fort Worth ISD's broader Facilities Master Plan.
As the final week of the Texas legislative session begins, there are a few education bills that could make it to the finish line.
As the final week of the Texas Legislative session begins, there are a few education bills that could make it to the finish line.
DFR told CBS News Texas that a passerby reported seeing a fire at the retail shopping center at 5405 W. Lovers Lane.
Jeffrey R. Holland was next in line to lead the Mormon church under a long-established succession plan.
According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to the domestic disturbance incident at a home in the 14000 block of Oak Bark Drive.
The forecast is 82° with sunshine and a few clouds to begin the weekend. The average high for this time of year is 56°.
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
DFR told CBS News Texas that a passerby reported seeing a fire at the retail shopping center at 5405 W. Lovers Lane.
Jeffrey R. Holland was next in line to lead the Mormon church under a long-established succession plan.
According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to the domestic disturbance incident at a home in the 14000 block of Oak Bark Drive.
The forecast is 82° with sunshine and a few clouds to begin the weekend. The average high for this time of year is 56°.
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Joan Huffman, discusses her campaign and priorities. She tells Jack Fink her experience and qualifications include a long Senate career.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General Aaron Reitz discusses key points for his campaign and what his priorities are should he be elected for the position.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Mayes Middleton, discusses his campaign and priorities. He tells Jack Fink his success record and platform are in the best interest of Texas.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Chip Roy, discusses his campaign and priorities. He tells Jack Fink his track record and courtroom experience make him the best choice.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
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.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The first state-run psychiatric hospital will open next summer under the direction of UT Southwestern Medical Center in the heart of Dallas' Medical District.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the Christmas surprise that no one wants to unwrap: a heart attack, and it happens more often than you may realize.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
Call it a Cowboys Christmas. It could be a new tradition for Cowboys fans.
Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys blew most of an 18-point lead before squeezing past the Washington Commanders 30-23.
For the second time this season, the Cowboys will have a standalone game on a holiday in front of a national audience.
Cooper Flagg had 33 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and Anthony Davis had 31 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 131-130.
Dylan Larkin scored the tying goal late in the third period and then got the winner 34 seconds into overtime to rally Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 victory over the Dallas Stars for their third straight win.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
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.
