How High School Football Made Its Return To North Texas During Pandemic
High school football made its return in North Texas Friday night -- at least for some schools.
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High school football made its return in North Texas Friday night -- at least for some schools.
In Alvarado, you don't have to ask them more than once if they are ready for the high school football season to start.
A group of high school student athletes from several Dallas ISD schools on Monday staged a protest outside the district's headquarters as sports activities have been postponed.
"It's been a long time since we've had sports," Lake Worth quarterback Caleb Welch explained. "It brings the community back together."
Texas and dozens of other states are pressing on amid questions about safety and COVID-19's long-term health impact on young athletes.
The UIL will be allowing high school football games in Texas to be televised and streamed on the Internet on Friday nights this season.
The coaches report 278 of the more than 65,000 athletes tested positive for COVID-19. That is .426 percent of the players.
All three Cedar Hill players made their commitments without an in-person visit.
Hand sanitizing, safe distancing and constant cleaning of equipment are the top priority during the workouts.
More than 50 schools in Dallas County are affected by the public health order, which means organized practices cannot begin before September 8.
"We can do online school, but we cannot do online football," said Highland Park High football captain Sam Morse.
The UIL, which is the governing body for public school athletics in Texas, announced Tuesday that the beginning of the football season for larger schools is being pushed back nearly a month.
Dallas County's decision to not allow schools to reopen for in-person classes before Sept. 8 has a big effect on high school sports.
Dallas ISD Superintendent Michael Hinojosa said Thursday he has doubts about high school football in 2020. However, the UIL and North Texas coaches believe it can be done.
Arlington ISD's Martin High School was one of the first schools to report a positive case and how leaders there handled it is being used as an example for others.
With the state of Texas gradually reopening, the UIL ruled that teams could start to bring back student athletes for workouts.
Highland Park rising Senior Brayden Schager has big shoes to fill as a first time starting quarterback for the Scots this fall.
The Woodrow Wilson High School football team in Dallas livestreamed a virtual spring game using a video game -- complete with players, cheerleaders and the band.
Coby Cavil is set to play football at the University of Louisiana Monroe in the fall.
While many are seeing the COVID-19 outbreak as a devastating blow to their life goals, Kaedric Cobbs has decided to be a beacon of positivity.
E.J. Rose remains isolated, in a Dallas-area hospital for at least the next three months, waiting to see if his body will accept his mother's stem cells.
The Texas Rangers and Arlington ISD finalized plans to play at least 14 regular season high school football games at Globe Life Park this fall.
Seeking to brighten the spirits of his suddenly disconnected students in a gloomy and frightening time, a Texas high school principal made the decision to turn on the lights at the football stadium.
Ford played quarterback for the University of Texas and was on the 1994 Longhorn Football team that won the Sun Bowl.
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After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
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Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
The days may be getting colder, but recruit and former teacher Peyton Segars said the workouts are heating up.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
After a chilly start, temperatures will soar into the 70s and near 80 degrees this weekend.
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
Neighbors who live near Singleton Boulevard say they have suffered from decades of sickness and hope to use science and data to get their voices heard.
The days may be getting colder, but recruit and former teacher Peyton Segars said the workouts are heating up.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
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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.
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.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says a new deal with Mexico to secure much-needed water for the Rio Grande Valley will provide significant benefits to farmers and cities in the region. However, he also noted in a conversation with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink that the state needs to implement more long-term solutions to address water needs comprehensively.
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, feeling the sting of this month's election results, says he and other Democrats are committed to making changes. Veasey of Fort Worth was recently selected as a vice chair for the New Democrat Coalition, a group of 100 pragmatic, center-left members of Congress. He spoke with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink days before his appointment as vice chair.
State Rep. David Spiller, a Republican from Jacksboro, supports President-elect Donald Trump's plan to use the military for mass deportations, arguing that the economic concerns are outweighed by the billions already spent by the federal government. He disagrees with State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who believes the policy will harm the economy.
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, a Democrat from San Antonio, has voiced strong opposition to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plan, warning that it could severely damage the economy.
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.
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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 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.
The front office remains behind head coach Mike McCarthy, and QB Cooper Rush will continue to start.
Joe Mixon ran for three touchdowns, Derek Barnett returned a fumble 28 yards for a score and the Houston Texans beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-10.
Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.
Ridley Scott returns to ancient Rome with "Gladiator II" nearly 25 years after the Oscar-winning original.
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
Jake Paul's promotions company says the fighter's unanimous decision over Mike Tyson was the highest-grossing combat sports event in Texas since 2021.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Check out photos of cars, trucks and SUV's on display this year at the Texas Auto Show at the State Fair of Texas.
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Damage from across North Texas that was left behind by two tornadoes on May 25.
