Once Texas' 'Most Important Tool' Against COVID-19, State Abandons Contact Tracing
The new state budget, which took effect September 1, prohibits the use of state funds "for the purpose of contact tracing of COVID-19."
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The new state budget, which took effect September 1, prohibits the use of state funds "for the purpose of contact tracing of COVID-19."
"Knowing you're able to help hospitals that are so desperate, and I love meeting new people," says Dallas-based travel nurse Katie Givins.
Connally ISD in Central Texas closed its schools until after the Labor Day holiday Tuesday after two teachers died last week of COVID-19.
Veteran Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden Sgt. Christopher Ray Wilson, 43 has died from complications of COVID-19.
Southern Louisiana's hospitals are packed with patients from the latest coronavirus surge. Now many of them are confronting another challenge.
Cook Children's pediatric hospital in Fort Worth has once again sent a letter to North Texas Regional Schools including Fort Worth ISD advocating for COVID-19 safety.
The city of Dallas is offering vaccinated employees up to an extra week of vacation, as part of new policies aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19.
An uptick in COVID cases and staffing issues has resulted in the Venus Independent School District canceling classes for one week.
Frustrated by the lack of information on COVID-19 cases within their children's schools, some parents are taking on data collection themselves and building their own public dashboards.
The owners of Argyle Feed & Hardware say they've been selling out of the drug every time it comes in for the past three months.
Currently, researchers are using a wristwatch to conduct experiments.
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services is deploying an additional 2,500 medical staff to support health care facilities in Texas, including hospitals and nursing homes.
Across North Texas, school districts saw more students struggle when COVID-19 forced classrooms to close, especially in math.
Gov. Abbott is vaccinated against COVID-19 and has said Texans should consider getting the vaccine.
"Big Tex needs every fairgoer to do their part and most of all, be respectful of others and do the right thing," the State Fair said in a news release Wednesday.
"County Judge Jenkins has shown a probable right to relief on the merits of his claims against the Governor and the State of Texas," says the 116th Circuit Court.
As Texas deals with surges in new COVID-19 cases hospital systems in the state are increasingly closing temporarily their off-site ERs and sending staff to their hospitals to support overstretched workers.
During the hearing, Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Hinojosa gave most of the provisions of the bill the thumbs up. "I am in support of Senate Bill 15."
The 2021-2022 school year started on Wednesday, Aug. 11. That week, the district reported 24 positive cases on school campuses. The next week, that number rose to 276.
Superintendent James Young cited a "rapid and significant rise" of positive COVID-19 cases throughout the school district, for the three-day closure.
"We make this difficult decision after analyzing relevant data regarding COVID-19 in Harris County, Texas," the NRA said in a letter.
There could soon be clear direction for those living and doing business in Dallas County. A decision is set to be made in court on August 24 regarding if the public will or won't have to follow a mask mandate.
It will be in effect beginning Thursday, August 26 through Friday, September 24 and will apply to all students, staff and visitors.
The Lamar County Sheriff's Office, family and friends are mourning the loss of Det. Chris Widner from COVID-19 on Sunday, August 23.
Many North Texas colleges and universities start the fall semester Monday, fully in-person for the first time in nearly a year-and-a-half.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Arlington police said it doesn't appear anything was stolen from either victim.
Arlington police said the man had "extensive trauma all over his body."
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
The death of music star Liam Payne has thrust "pink cocaine," sometimes also called Tusi, into the national spotlight. The National Drug Early Warning System predicted its rise back in 2023.
The Potter's House Church shared in a statement that Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Arlington police said it doesn't appear anything was stolen from either victim.
Arlington police said the man had "extensive trauma all over his body."
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
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.
A Collin County man is facing an extremely rare traffic citation after an encounter that was caught on video.
The CBS Data Team learned there are about 5600 mail thefts reported every year in the North Texas region- that's more than 15 reported thefts a day.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023.
A newly filed bill by State Representative Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, would require social media platforms to verify a new user is 18 or older. The legislation would also allow the Texas Attorney General to target a social media platform if there are minors on the platform. Patterson told Jack about the bill, and also discussed the upcoming Texas House Speaker's race.
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.
Cook Children's Medical Center has reported a record-high number of visits for respiratory viruses.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Auri and her sister Suri were preparing to walk their dogs when the 8-year-old started choking.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Seventeen thousand workers depend on those containers to arrive by train or truck transport inside southern Dallas County’s International Inland Port.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
Elliott Hill is a TCU graduate and currently serves on the school's board of trustees.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
The Mavericks played without Luka Doncic, still sidelined with a sprained right wrist.
Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, and the Washington Commanders lost to the Dallas Cowboys 34-26 extend their skid to three games.
The announcement comes days after the Wings won the first pick in the 2025 WNBA draft.
The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week.
After another home blowout, fans are left wondering what to look forward to with seven games remaining.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
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.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
