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A Keller church is warning its congregation that it may be at risk of contracting Pertussis, or whooping cough, as it is widely called.
British scientists say there isn't enough evidence to prove the antiviral drug Tamiflu reduces the spread of flu.
A North Texas mother of three has died from the flu. Now her family is sharing their traumatic experience and encouraging others to take this year's dangerous strain of influenza seriously.
The Tarrant County Health Department confirmed a sixth flu-related death in the county Tuesday.
JPS hospital in Fort Worth is extending hours at a network of neighborhood clinics to help relieve the crush of flu patients.
As the flu virus continues its deadly spread across North Texas, health officials are telling those who have been avoiding flu shots that there is still time to get protected. And many hold outs are beginning to listen.
More people are packing into urgent care clinics, seeking a vaccine, as hospitals overflow with flu-concerned patients.
Hundreds of people turned away at Chase Oaks Family Center in Plano after flu vaccines are used up.
Dallas County and other North Texas health departments are overrun with people -- who are only now getting vaccinated for fear they'll get the flu. The rush comes even though health officials have urged people to get their shot since last September.
Fort Worth health workers are looking into what may be another flu-related death.
Texas already has a higher than average number of flu cases. In fact, averages here are some of the highest in the country. Now, a particularly dangerous and deadly strain of the flu is spreading across the state.
A new high-dose flu vaccine for seniors works better than the standard shot in that age group. Regular flu shots tend to be only about 30 to 40 percent effective in people 65 and older. Sanofi Pasteur's Fluzone High-Dose vaccine boosted that to 50 percent.
More children are coming down with whooping cough in Tarrant County, just as warnings are going out to get vaccinated against the bacteria.
Health officials in Tarrant County said they've seen a record number of whooping cough cases and are urging people and businesses to take action.
Fall has begun and that means we are also now in flu season. To that end, Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is now offering seasonal flu vaccines for children and adults.
Health officials say it takes roughly two weeks for the flu vaccine to confer immunity to the disease, and they would like as many people as possible to get vaccinated before the holiday travel season gets underway.
Despite a measles outbreak in Tarrant County, dozens of families spent their day outdoors enjoying the cooler North Texas weather.
Dallas County Health and Human Services announced that it has a limited amount of the Adult Safety Net Program meningitis vaccine for $10.
In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center has lost another one of its tigers to canine distemper.
The government health agency's new study, which was published in the June issue of The Journal of Infectious Diseases, shows that rates of vaccine-type HPV prevalence dropped from 11.5 percent before the vaccine was introduced to 5 percent by 2010 for 14 to 19 year-old-girls.
Health officials in Dallas County are sending out a plea to doctors and health workers -- asking that they be on the lookout for measles symptoms.
Researchers have discovered the first U.S. cases of whooping cough caused by a germ that may be resistant to the vaccine.
The nation just suffered its worst year for whooping cough in nearly six decades, according to preliminary government figures.
Flu season is off to its earliest start in nearly 10 years — and it could be a bad one. Health officials on Monday said suspected flu cases have jumped in five southern states, including Texas.
The 19‑year department veteran was terminated after an internal investigation found he used unjustified force in the 2024 confrontation.
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
A North Texas graduate turned months of applications and academic focus into full‑ride offers from colleges across the country.
The new installation outside the Granville Arts Center preserves the legacy of Garland's first African American community.
The 19‑year department veteran was terminated after an internal investigation found he used unjustified force in the 2024 confrontation.
Both campaigns rolled out new digital ads as each candidate works to define the other ahead of November.
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primary runoff, choosing their parties' candidates for key federal, statewide and legislative races.
Political experts said a key voting group to watch closely heading into November is Latino voters, and in North Texas, they make up a major share of the electorate.
A North Texas graduate turned months of applications and academic focus into full‑ride offers from colleges across the country.
As he battles terminal cancer, a Fort Worth fire captain says the state's workers' comp system has failed him — and he's far from alone.
A Kennedale couple says their leased solar panels stopped producing power and became a costly burden after years of unfulfilled promises.
Family ignored a nighttime alert during deadly flooding. Now, questions are growing about notification fatigue and whether the system needs changes.
Texans are tuning out more than Amber Alerts, with the highest opt-out rate in the country for wireless emergency alerts.
State records show regulators ordered the removal of a plastic gas pipe installed in the early 1970s after it was linked to multiple explosions and deaths in North Texas.
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink discusses the fight against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate in November with Democratic nominee James Talarico. Talarico says Paxton is bringing up old statements to distract from his career of corruption.
Former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband, Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 debate against Donald Trump.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
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.
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
The most recent week of data from Dallas County Health and Human Services shows a 50% increase in positive flu cases.
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
After sharing management of the arena for decades, the Mavericks are now in full control.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
Expensive tickets, trouble getting visas and anti-American sentiment may all be contributing to underwhelming demand.
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai and relievers Steven Okert and Alimber Santa combined to throw a no-hitter in a 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Monday night.
Wyndham Clark shot 11-under 60 to win the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Sunday, overtaking Si Woo Kim by three strokes and pulling away from defending champion Scottie Scheffler after starting the day tied with the top-ranked hometown favorite.
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2 on second baseman Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
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.
