Former Mesquite ISD coach arrested on child grooming charges
The school district placed the longtime educator on administrative leave before he resigned.
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The school district placed the longtime educator on administrative leave before he resigned.
This comes as several other districts, including Richardson, Fort Worth and Lewisville, are also closing schools.
Police say the investigation started in late September after receiving information about a prohibited relationship with the 15-year-old student.
Dr. Karen Calvert Molinar is embracing the role of interim superintendent at the Fort Worth ISD for a second time and has already lined out her priorities ahead.
"It's definitely been hard," Delia Sandoval said. "I've lost many hours of sleep. It's affected us emotionally."
A Dallas County judge issued a temporary restraining order against the district after Jorge Arredondo sued.
Federal law prohibits disability discrimination and guarantees that students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities.
A group of Denton ISD parents and special education advocates have filed complaints against the district with the U.S. Department of Education, alleging neglect of students with disabilities. The district denies discrimination.
Dr. Jorge Arredondo is suing the school district for violating his contract. He says the school district violated his constitutional rights.
SpaceX's Starship launch from Boca Chica, Texas, marked the first successful return of a booster rocket to its launch site.
On Monday morning, NASA launched a probe into space, marking the start of a mission to Jupiter's moon Europa. At Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth, science teacher Rick Garnett used the historic moment as a learning opportunity for his students.
"We actually have less money now, when you account for inflation, than we did in 2016," the superintendent said.
Dr. Karen Molinar got the unanimous support of the Fort Worth Independent School District Trustees to be the system's interim superintendent.
Dr. Karen Molinar is back at the helm of the Fort Worth Independent. School District.
Dr. W. Brian Byrd said that since the popularity of smartphones started skyrocketing in 2013, there is enough data to demonstrate the mental health challenges for teenagers connected to social media on smartphones.
Outgoing Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Angelica Ramsey is set to make nearly $1 million over the next year. Lauren Crawford breaks down the details.
Edward Griffin is Coppell High School's starting quarterback and has led the team to a 4-0 start. The multi-talented quarterback is committed to the University of Baylor and says he's excited to continue his football career there.
Concerns over what is and isn't on library shelves have been a hot topic, especially in Texas.
In a decision that came down late Monday night, Coppell ISD's school board decided to close te school as part of its controversial budget cuts.
Coppell ISD's school board decided Monday night to close Pinkerton Elementary as part of controversial budget cuts. Families even protested the changes, hoping for a different outcome.
Another North Texas school district could decide on Monday whether or not to close schools to save money.
Lynn McKinney is the longest-tenured employee at Aledo ISD, having been at the district for 37 years.
Some students and parents within Fort Worth ISD claimed acts of racism happened at a high school football game earlier this month.
The district is facing a multi-million-dollar budget deficit, similar to many other districts across North Texas.
At a special Fort Worth ISD school board meeting Tuesday night, parents, teachers and community members expressed concerns about the superintendent's performance.
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.
Cindy Clemishire and her father alleged the church downplayed the abuse she suffered as a child.
Sabrina Underwood faces a mandatory 12‑year sentence after authorities in Panama discovered a loaded gun in her checked bag, a case her father says was a tragic mistake.
Their letter to the Texas education commissioner argues that recent walkouts raised safety concerns and violated parental expectations.
He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
Firefighters faced heavy flames as they arrived at the home on Wilbarger Street.
Cindy Clemishire and her father alleged the church downplayed the abuse she suffered as a child.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
The CEO a Dallas nonprofit resigned after a CBS News Texas I-Team investigation that revealed the organization had failed to follow through on its core promises.
Seven years after a deadly school bus-train crash in Athens, the same crossing still lacks gates or lights—despite repeated promises to fix it.
A CBS News Texas investigation found those daily meals no longer being delivered to schools, despite the nonprofit's claims to the contrary.
It once fed thousands of kids. So, how did a Dallas non-profit's core mission fall apart? CBS News Texas investigates.
Democrat state senator elect Taylor Rehmet sits down with Jack Fink in the CBS News Texas studio to discuss his win over Republican Leigh Wambsganss. "I got a lot of work to do," Rehmet said.
Dallas pollster and Principal of Hunt Research, Ross Hunt discusses the upset win by Democrat Taylor Rehmet over Republican Leigh Wambsganss.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller (R) discusses his re-election campaign and reacts to Gov. Abbott's decision to endorse his challenger.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Weather-related closures left Carter BloodCare 4,000 units of blood and blood components short of what it needs.
The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
Walk with a Doc invites community members to join low-pressure group walks led by physicians.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
Jaxson Smith‑Njigba brings Rockwall roots to Super Bowl LX after a meteoric rise from Texas 6A football.
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Victor Wembanyama had 29 points and 11 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg's fourth consecutive 30-point game in a 135-123 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
A quaint home in Grapevine is drawing big attention, not for its renovations or location, but for its former occupant.
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
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.
