Murdered Dallas ISD student honored at Midlothian football game
David Washington's parents said the outpouring of love after their son was killed last Friday is appreciated. Thursday night, their son got a game-time honor.
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David Washington's parents said the outpouring of love after their son was killed last Friday is appreciated. Thursday night, their son got a game-time honor.
Online threats of school violence spread from Waxahachie to Kemp.
Duncanville Independent School District ensured parents, students, and the community its schools are secure. Not everyone bought in.
"We are 100% in a climate right now that we could not take any chances when it comes to the safety of our school communities."
There's a high school football team in Tarrant County that are big men on campus this week.
"He was Dallas' kid, Oak Cliff's kid," said Gary Cleveland, David Washington's coach and mentor.
It feels like homecoming mums get bigger and bigger each year. But this year, they're getting smaller.
With triple-digit heat indexes, North Dallas High School's top priority is keeping players healthy and hydrated.
It's just the latest achievement in a banner year for Byron Nelson.
Jason Witten has turned the Liberty Christian High School Warriors into a powerhouse! With his sons on the team, Friday nights are a family affair.
At varsity football games this Thursday and Friday, school districts across Texas will be passing out a prevention playbook to educate people about the dangers of misusing prescription drugs.
"This situation is of great concern to us and we are actively looking into the matter," the UIL said.
"I have an uncle who plays football," 17-year-old Jacqueline Aguilar shared. "He played for Kansas and he's the one supporting me. And he was like, 'Oh, you have to do this.'"
The No. 1 team in class 5A is ready to take it to the next level. With a brand new, $35 million stadium and an undefeated record this season, the Melissa Cardinals are poised for a state title run. The Cardinals are aware of the fight that is ahead of them, so defensive line coach and assistant wrestling coach Cole Kiefer has been implementing some of his wrestling tactics and experience to fortify his talented and fierce defense.
Friday night lights -- political style.
In 2019, the school and its facilities suffered major damage after a tornado ripped through Dallas.
The good news is temperatures are expected to cool down soon.
It's not just big and it's not just a football field.
It is becoming the norm for most North Texas high schools to have indoor facilities.
DISD uses a certain formula to determine whether or not it's safe to practice outside.
For the past ten years, the Landry Award has been awarded to the top high school football player in North Texas who exhibits high character and leadership attributes.
Rockwall ISD held a school board meeting Tuesday evening where dozens of parents and student athletes spoke in defense of the Rockwall-Heath head football coach.
"It's been a nightmare of a week," Dr. Okojie said. "It really has. My son was diagnosed with Rhabdomyolysis and Rhabdomyolysis is a serious condition."
In a statement released Tuesday, Rockwall ISD officials said that during an athletic class led by coach John Harrell on Jan. 6, student-athletes were "required to perform multiple push-ups."
This year will mark the thirteenth year that the Landry Award is being presented to the top high school football player from North Texas.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
There will be two conversations: the accomplishments of the military in the War on Terror, and how 9/11 changed and shaped America.
Authorities said the child was hospitalized with dehydration after remaining aboard the hot bus for nearly two hours.
Average temperatures across the U.S. soared to record heights between June and August in 2026, a new report found.
Democrat James Talarico told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe he won't use AI in political advertising in the race for the Texas U.S. Senate seat, adding, "every ad that we put out is made by human beings."
The RNC's Midterm Convention brings President Trump, visitors, road closures, heightened security and protests to Dallas.
There will be two conversations: the accomplishments of the military in the War on Terror, and how 9/11 changed and shaped America.
Authorities said the child was hospitalized with dehydration after remaining aboard the hot bus for nearly two hours.
Average temperatures across the U.S. soared to record heights between June and August in 2026, a new report found.
Democrat James Talarico told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe he won't use AI in political advertising in the race for the Texas U.S. Senate seat, adding, "every ad that we put out is made by human beings."
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
Democrat James Talarico told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe he won't use AI in political advertising in the race for the Texas U.S. Senate seat, adding, "every ad that we put out is made by human beings."
President Trump's departure to Texas was delayed after an emergency slide on the new Air Force One deployed on the tarmac before he boarded.
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Crews are adding the final touches to Victory Plaza outside the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
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.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
Breanna Stewart had 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists to help the U.S. win its 33rd in a row in the tournament.
Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will miss at least the first month of the season because of a left thumb injury that needs surgery.
After falling short in the fourth round of the Texas UIL high school football playoffs last season, North Crowley returned to the field with expectations higher than ever.
Jackie Young scored 10 points to lead the struggling offense in the 55-52 win on Sunday.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
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.
