Dallas teacher uses rap to multiply her students' successes in math
Monique Jackson, who teaches third grade at Steven Parks Elementary, approached her students' struggles as a problem she wanted to solve.
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Monique Jackson, who teaches third grade at Steven Parks Elementary, approached her students' struggles as a problem she wanted to solve.
Monique Jackson, who teaches third grade at Steven Parks Elementary, approached her students' struggles as a problem she wanted to solve.
Individually packaged marijuana and THC with price tags were packed in a box deputies found.
Police announced Tuesday evening Glendora Houston has been located and is safe.
Kyle Morris and his daughter went to a Mavs game, like they had many times before. Just before halftime, she went to the restroom. That was the last time her father saw her that night.
Kyle Morris and his daughter went to a Mavs game, like they had many times before. Just before halftime, she went to the restroom. That was the last time her father saw her that night.
Police are investigating after a woman was found shot dead in southeast Dallas Friday afternoon.
A defiant Donald Trump is holding the first rally of his 2024 campaign in Waco, Texas, as he faces the prospect of a possible indictment.
"I see [people] take a left over the train tracks and they're not supposed to do that," resident Erik Carlson said. "I see it happen all the time."
"I see [people] take a left over the train tracks and they're not supposed to do that," resident Erik Carlson said. "I see it happen all the time."
P.J. Washington Jr. scored 28 points and Gordon Hayward added 25 as the undermanned Charlotte Hornets built a 21-point lead and held on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 117-109 on Friday night.
Sasser's parents say it's his one piece of unfinished business before embarking on a career in the NBA.
A new effort in West Dallas aims to help make sure all residents are able to access fresh and healthy food.
The district's new plan gives students a long weekend every three weeks and extends class time by 10-15 minutes each day to make up for it.
Some west Dallas residents who live near the Trinity River say every time it storms, they worry about flash flooding.
Some west Dallas residents who live near the Trinity River say every time it storms they worry about flash flooding.
An athletic trainer at Thomas Jefferson High School knew what to do when a student was shot in the arm in the parking lot.
A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in northeast Dallas earlier this month that left another man dead.
Dallas homicide detectives are investigating after Isaias Esquivel, 17, was found deceased in the street.
"I weighed 93 pound soaking wet and I was told there was no way in the world I would be able to do it," Johnson recalled.
Dallas ISD has stepped up security as students return to the school. Counselors are also available.
At 3:33 a.m. March 23, police responded to a shooting call at a Motel 6 in the 1600 block of Regal Row.
If you're looking for a career and you like getting your hands dirty while working with cars and trucks, there's a new apprenticeship program that's putting people on the road to careers as auto technicians.
Thomas Jefferson Principal Ben Jones said the band director called 911, the athletic trainer rendered aid to the victim and the athletic coordinator called district staff.
Martin Santillan always insisted that he was innocent of a Deep Ellum robbery and murder in July of 1997. More than a quarter century later, the State of Texas finally agrees.
North Richland Hills police say the shooting was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
Friday morning was one of the coldest since February 18th. Continuing into this weekend, the days will start off cold but will be a few degrees warmer. It's important to continue to take precautions and bring indoors sensitive plants and pets!
Thousands of shoppers filled shopping centers on Friday, searching for the best sales even as the economy and inflation remains a big priority to many people.
After a 12-year hiatus and with both teams now in the SEC, Longhorns and Aggies fans are in for a major Lone Star Showdown on Saturday.
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
North Richland Hills police say the shooting was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
Friday morning was one of the coldest since February 18th. Continuing into this weekend, the days will start off cold but will be a few degrees warmer. It's important to continue to take precautions and bring indoors sensitive plants and pets!
Thousands of shoppers filled shopping centers on Friday, searching for the best sales even as the economy and inflation remains a big priority to many people.
After a 12-year hiatus and with both teams now in the SEC, Longhorns and Aggies fans are in for a major Lone Star Showdown on Saturday.
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
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.
As Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham made her announcement to offer more state land to the federal government, the state was putting up new sections of a border wall on its new property. At another event along the southern border, Tom Homan, the incoming Border Czar for President-elect Trump, praised Governor Greg Abbott, along with Texas State Troopers and members of the Texas National Guard for their efforts to secure the border and crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry tells Jack Fink his message to Texas Republicans, why he is certain that Dade Phelan will be House Speaker in the new legislative session.
Republican State Rep. Richard Hayes of Hickory Creek tells Jack Fink why he's changed who he's backing for the Texas Speaker. He also discusses his priorities in the upcoming legislative session.
U.S. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Dallas tells Jack Fink about her priorities in the new Congress in January. She also discusses various issues including national debt and illegal immigration, and the results of the election.
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
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.
DeMarvion Overshown returned an interception 23 yards for a touchdown, Rico Dowdle ran for a score in his first career 100-yard game and the Dallas Cowboys held on for a 27-20 Thanksgiving Day victory over the New York Giants.
Linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. sustained a head injury in an October game against Alabama State and had been hospitalized ever since.
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are staples of Thanksgiving entertainment. Here's the full history of why the teams play each turkey day.
Dallas is riding high with the unexplainable turn of events over Washington.
They're cooking up something new at Jerry World.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
If you haven't thawed your turkey, there's still a little hope left.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
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.
Severe storms made way across North Texas on May 28, leaving behind a path of destruction.
