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Lawmakers, Dallas ISD superintendent respond to Abbott's school choice proposal
In the State of the State Address Thursday night, Abbott said he wants to provide taxpayer funded education savings accounts.
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In the State of the State Address Thursday night, Abbott said he wants to provide taxpayer funded education savings accounts.
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy and Thomas Jefferson High School are reopening after a tornado tore through the schools two year ago.
Teachers, Dallas County commissioners speak on the importance of the course.
Fort Worth ISD, Arlington ISD, Irving ISD, Duncanville ISD, and Mansfield ISD are among the districts announced their schools will be closed Friday.
The move is effective immediately, as announced by Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde in a letter to parents.
Once the lowest performing neighborhood middle school in Dallas ISD – one that teaches whoever arrives without the benefit of applications or cherry picking those already on a path to success – Dade has vaulted to the top.
The school year is ramping up, and so are COVID cases.
Students have flexible days and workspaces.
A school bus driver and monitor are being hailed as heroines after they jumped in - literally - to help save children being swept away in flood waters.
A bus monitor and driver helped two children who were in neck-deep water and stopped to help them.
Dallas ISD food service employees describe the work place as a family-like culture.
As Dallas Independent School District celebrates the start of a new school year, it does so for the first time in decades with a reigning state champion in football.
As Dallas Independent School District celebrates the start of a new school year, it does so for the first time in decades with a reigning state champion in football.
Many parents and students said they're stressed about all the challenges coming with this school year.
In the two biggest school districts, police are expected to be on their toes more than ever with the security of children and teachers now the primary concern.
Dr. Stephanie Elizalde discussed Dallas ISD's safety measures before most district schools return to class
It may be an early end to summer, but students entering Edna Rowe Elementary School in Dallas ISD paid no mind.
Getting students immunized before the start of school has historically been a major challenge, especially in Dallas ISD.
Once qualified teaching candidates are identified, to try and seal the deal Dallas ISD is offering incentives which includes a competitive starting salary of $60,000 and $2,000 signing incentive.
Dallas ISD will require all secondary students to use clear or mesh backpacks in the upcoming school year.
New Dallas ISD teachers are training with veteran teachers as a part of the Teach for America program.
The head of Dallas ISD's police force said that in response to recent mass shootings, they've stepped up their presence at summer camps and programs.
Elizalde, who spent eight years in the ISD previously, said she applied to the position at the last minute.
A police chase in Dallas ended when the armed suspects slammed into a car at Buckner and Samuell Boulevard.
Dallas ISD workers are going door-to-door to inform people about a new pre-K program.
A west Texas school built in 1909 for Mexican and Mexican American students as part of "separate but equal" education segregation was designated as a national park.
Wednesday morning is muggy across Dallas-Fort Worth and the day will be hot and humid despite more cloud cover on the way.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
A west Texas school built in 1909 for Mexican and Mexican American students as part of "separate but equal" education segregation was designated as a national park.
Wednesday morning is muggy across Dallas-Fort Worth and the day will be hot and humid despite more cloud cover on the way.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
A year after Andre Craig was killed in a high-speed Fort Worth police chase, his grieving family seeks answers.
The judge cited the company's cruel treatment of the animals for, "unreasonably depriving the animals of necessary care or shelter."
Thousands of items disappeared from the DeSoto Police Department evidence room, an internal audit found.
When 72-year-old Tom England received his Medicare statement in the mail, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
Jeremiah Cottle is selling all the intellectual property rights for the manufacture of bump stocks.
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
Former President Donald Trump looked on Tuesday night as his onetime rivals for the nomination lined up to support him.
President Biden is considering proposals to reform the Supreme Court, CBS News has learned.
Three Republican National Convention delegates from North Texas discuss former President Trump entering the convention hall two days after being shot, his Vice President pick, and more.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Richardson residents continue to recover from storms that hit North Texas with winds that created debris and damages to homes.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Over the past several months, the CBS News Texas I-Team has reported on solar panel horror stories. This time, we set out to find a success story.
Self-driving 18-wheelers have longtime truckers worried about their livelihood and others concerned that the technology needs more testing to make sure the public is safe.
McDonald's concept restaurant CosMc's has taken its drink-focused menu to Dallas for its second-ever location.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
"Remember, viruses don't really care what time of year it is, or who you are."
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Consumer confidence in the deal remains as unguaranteed as a nod from the feds.
Dallas-based American Rounds says more than 200 stores in Texas are requesting a machine.
Massive flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from Baby Doll's for hours as firefighters worked to put the fire out.
If you're not one of the millions of people traveling for the holiday, here's where you can go to shop and eat.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Marcus Semien, Kirby Yates and Corey Seager will represent the Texas Rangers Tuesday night in Arlington.
Witt was the No. 2 overall pick by the Royals in 2019 out of Colleyville Heritage High School, about 15 miles north of the Rangers' stadium.
The defending champions won seven of their last 10 games to enter the All-Star break in third place in the AL West.
"Oftentimes, it takes something like messing up the national anthem on live TV in order for a person to get some help."
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
After many people criticized Andress' rendition of the National Anthem online, comparing her with Fergie, the singer says she's going to rehab.
Shannen Doherty had been battling cancer since 2015.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Temperatures could drop to the upper 80s!
Kat Dunn sits down with Madison Sawyer and Scott Padgett ahead of the premiere of Big Brother season 26.
CenterPoint customers are upset with the energy company for not fixing power lines days after Hurricane Beryl slammed the Texas coast.
The Republican National Convention continues on Wednesday at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum, where the focus is expected to be on foreign policy.
Rain and cooler temperatures are on the way.
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.
A storm chaser not only captured a massive tornado touching down in Hawley, Texas on Thursday but ended up rescuing a family of four whose home was destroyed by it.
Dallas artist Roberto Marquez traveled to the Rafah Crossing in Egypt, the U.S. capital and will attend this weekend's statewide protest in Austin.