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Health officials say a child who had not been vaccinated died of measles in West Texas — the first death in an outbreak that has infected more than 120 people.
The first confirmed case of measles in North Texas since the outbreak began has been reported, officials with Rockwall County announced.
Measles is one of the most contagious infectious diseases.
Experts have been tracking the measles outbreak in Gaines County since late January.
Four of the newly reported cases are located in Dallam County, 200 miles north of Gaines County where the outbreak originated.
Texas health officials will provide an update on the measles outbreak in western parts of the state on Tuesday.
According to United Way of Tarrant County, 90% of pregnancy-related deaths have some chance of being preventable.
The U.S. has ordered 4.8 million doses of vaccine to target bird flu in case the outbreak spreads in people.
Three staff members spoke on the condition of anonymity to share messages and pictures that were exchanged after a report of raw chicken.
It only takes 30 minutes for frostbite to set in, according to doctors.
Authorities have confirmed that over two weeks, the outbreak has spread to 48 people in West Texas.
For the next six to nine months, Lonestar will be in professional training. After that, he will be matched with a permanent handler.
Tuna that was sold at H-E-B, Costco, Walmart, Trader Joe's and more has been recalled due to a botulism risk.
H-E-B Dietitian Picks is a program where dietitians share recommendations on which foods to avoid or enjoy.
For over a year, CBS News Texas followed the journey of Lonestar, a pup in training to become a professional service dog.
To help shoppers find nutritious options, H-E-B is rolling out a new health and wellness program this year.
To help shoppers find nutritious options, H-E-B is rolling out a new health and wellness program this year.
Flu cases are on the rise in North Texas, according to a new report.
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
Videos of Kerato's eye color surgeries have millions of views on social media.
If you know the game, you know this image. A football player and a little girl holding hands, walking away.
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Flu cases are spiking among children in North Texas. Godley ISD, in Johnson County, closed the rest of the week due to an increase in absences related to the flu.
Over a 24-hour span, the Cook Children's Emergency Department in Fort Worth has seen close to 700 patients.
Federal ruling forces the state to consider applications after schools say they were blocked from participating.
Dallas County deputies say the victim was hit on Wednesday afternoon on westbound I‑20 at Spur 408.
A mysterious food delivery turned into an ambush in Dallas, where a man was shot moments after opening his door to an order he never placed.
Authorities say the 60-year-old man offered fake legal services to inmates and collected thousands from their families.
Community advocates say the allegations reflect long‑standing concerns within the Chicano community, while Dallas leaders debate whether to keep Chavez's name on city streets.
Federal ruling forces the state to consider applications after schools say they were blocked from participating.
Dallas County deputies say the victim was hit on Wednesday afternoon on westbound I‑20 at Spur 408.
A mysterious food delivery turned into an ambush in Dallas, where a man was shot moments after opening his door to an order he never placed.
Entries must be submitted up to 15 minutes before the full tournament tips off at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 19.
Authorities say the 60-year-old man offered fake legal services to inmates and collected thousands from their families.
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard told senators that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded" by ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes.
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
President Trump's director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, announced his immediate resignation Tuesday, citing the administration's decision to intervene in Iran.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Olivia Miles makes the types of nifty passes that can leave fans gasping in astonishment.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.
Entries must be submitted up to 15 minutes before the full tournament tips off at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 19.
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
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.
