North Texas mom grateful bill could give parents federal rights at daycare
Ariel Murphy wants to ensure no child gets injured like her son did at a licensed daycare center.
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Ariel Murphy wants to ensure no child gets injured like her son did at a licensed daycare center.
In some parts of the U.S., parents pay more than $30,000 annually for infant care at a center, federal data shows.
Savanna's founder doesn't want parents to feel like they have to choose between their careers and being present for their kids.
The expense is a huge burden for many families.
A North Texas mom continues to fight to regain custody of her two-year-old son after CPS removed him from her home over a disagreement about his medical care.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is investigating a DeSoto daycare facility after allegations of abuse of a four-year-old boy.
Families spend an average of more $700 a month on child care, with costs surging 32% since 2019, a new analysis finds.
Billions of dollars in pandemic-era federal funding for child care centers is set to expire at midnight Saturday, Sept. 30.
Annual tab to bring up a child has surged in recent years. "It's completely understandable that people are scared to death," one expert says.
More than 7.5 million Baby Shark bath toys were recalled due to a risk of serious injuries for children, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Companies seeking funds must show how they plan to develop a local workforce, with firms getting $150 million or more also required to provide affordable and accessible child care for their workers.
Dallas County Health & Human Services has reported its first pediatric flu death this year.
The app offers free parenting resources, including a local child care finder, learning resources for kids ages 0 to 18, family events, neighbor giveaways and more.
Calling safe, affordable childcare critical to the economic recovery, the federal government is sending billions of dollars to Texas to support families and the childcare centers that allow parents to work.
The Texas Department of State Health Services on Wednesday, March 3, notified all vaccine providers that they should immediately include school and child care workers in vaccine administration.
This week Texas Governor Greg Abbott said child care facilities can reopen and set the stage for a return to summer camp, youth sports leagues and even summer school.
The governor addressed two other topics that are top of mind for many North Texans - bars and childcare.
As restrictions are eased and more businesses come back online, industry experts warn that childcare will be critical in order for workers to return.
Parents here in North Texas and across the country know the struggle when trying to figure out how much to pay a babysitter. According to care.com there are a number of factors that should be considered when paying your child's caregiver.
Find local daycare's latest inspection results online.
Every day countless parents send their kids off to daycare. Many love it and couldn't live without it, but not all daycare centers are created equal. But there's a movement underway to raise the standards.
In a matter of a few hours, North Texas will be under a second Winter Storm Advisory this week. Now, some frazzled parents are left wondering what to do if school lets out for another day.
Say the words 'stay-at-home' Dad and no doubt a mental picture of Michael Keaton from the hilarious movie "Mr. Mom" will come to mind. But for more and more men the role is becoming less unusual and they say very enjoyable.
The price of taking a child to a doctor's office has become so expensive that some moms and dads are opting to take their kids to retail clinics for medical care.
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
The Texas governor was under fire for his mistake in a message to the Carter family following Jimmy Carter's death.
Homeowners will qualify for new tax savings, while several Texas counties and cities will see sales and use tax changes.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Texas laws affecting car drivers, taxpayers and more will take effect starting in 2025.
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
The Texas governor was under fire for his mistake in a message to the Carter family following Jimmy Carter's death.
Homeowners will qualify for new tax savings, while several Texas counties and cities will see sales and use tax changes.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Texas laws affecting car drivers, taxpayers and more will take effect starting in 2025.
When a former Cedar Hill police officer was accused of soliciting sex from a DWI suspect he was already under investigation for similar behavior with a victim of domestic violence, internal records reveal.
Amber Crum was just 2 years old when she disappeared from the Pleasant Grove area the day after Christmas in 1983.
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and DHS to take action.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
For weeks, the I-Team traced the cups dropped inside seven locations in Garland, Plano, Frisco, Irving, Hurst, Highland Park, and Fort Worth.
The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington on Jan. 9, 2025, and the late president will lie in state ahead of the service.
World leaders react to the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, who strived to improve the lives of Americans and people around the world for decades after his presidency.
Former President Jimmy Carter built a legacy as a tireless champion for peace.
Donald Trump is getting ready to battle Congress as he returns to the White House. But Washington has a way of pushing back against presidents. New York Times reporter Carl Hulse discusses the prospects of "governing by crisis."
Veteran U.S. Representative Kay Granger received praise for her record in Congress, but also some criticism over how she disclosed her health challenges during the past year. There's a pressure campaign among Texas House Republicans in the ongoing race between Representative David Cook and Dustin Burrows for Speaker. Jack Fink covers these stories in the latest episode of Eye On Politics. (Original air date: December 29, 2024)
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
Del Olmo, who has played golf his entire life, recalls how rare the sport was for people like him growing up in Mexico City.
A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Many participants are amputees but the program also supports those with neurodivergent conditions, brain injuries, military injuries and more.
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
The new Fort Worth facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs to help build long-range assault aircraft.
The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to approve a contract which includes a $15 million upgrade to the convention center.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
According to the report, 15,151 Texas workers are owed back wages.
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, are expecting their first child, the player announced Saturday.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday announced the names of the 15 modern-era finalists who advanced from a group of 25 to the final stage of voting.
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
Baltimore's victory over Houston averaged 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City's win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 million, according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen.
A judge ruled that a woman who says she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 can proceed anonymously, for now, in her lawsuit against the rap moguls.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
Stars, stripes and plenty of fun in the sun is how Fort Worth celebrates the Fourth of July.
