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The so-called ‘heartbeat bill’ would also open up the possibility of lawsuits against abortion providers and those who help individuals obtain abortions.

Most North Texans are ready to return to “normal,” but doctors say it depends on their willingness to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

A legal case over coronavirus conditions in jails began more than a year ago, but Sheriff Marian Brown was not deposed until March 31 this year.

Some experts warn that requiring COVID-19 vaccine passports could have a “chilling effect” on immigrant communities and communities of color.

With dozens of anti-abortion laws in the Legislature, reproductive rights groups worry that Texas could effectively ban abortion altogether.

Despite recent polling showing many Texans are vaccine-hesitant, public health experts remain optimistic the state can reach herd immunity.

There are three cement plants – Ash Grove, Holcim and Texas Industries (TXI) – in Midlothian, often called the “Cement Capital of Texas.” Now, Holcim will be able to produce more pollution in the area.

By March 21 this year, 3,763 people suffered pandemic-related deaths. This number surpasses the estimated amount of deaths due to heart disease (3,668), cancer (3,356) and strokes (1,015) during the same time span.

Getting rid of county-level coronavirus vaccine distribution plans could save both money and lives, experts say.

The new guidance allows for school children to sit three-feet apart, but it doesn’t apply to middle schools and high schools, where virus transmission could be higher.

On Saturday, Homeland Security directed FEMA to support response for unaccompanied children. Around the same time, FEMA and U.S. Health and Human Services staff were on a tour of the convention center with Dallas’ Office of Emergency Management.

A big obstacle to significant weed reform this legislative session will be the divided focus and attention from trying to deal with issues like the coronavirus and regulating the power grid.

Texas Republicans are pointing toward the border, but will that message continue to resonate with their constituents?

Not everyone is happy with Dallas County’s decision to distribute the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to those experiencing homelessness and incarceration.

Texans are divided over Gov. Greg Abbott’s latest executive order.

Gov. Abbott introduced the mask mandate last July, but he also forbade local officials from enforcing it.

Depending on which tee box you’re playing, a prominent Dallas publicist has: A) Been fired by the Colonial golf tournament’s public relations firm for adhering to CDC guidelines and refusing to attend mandated, maskless meetings at the iconic Fort Worth country club. B) Fallen temporary victim to a downscaled budget…

Dallas, Collin and Tarrant counties are at risk of acute COVID-19 vaccine deficits under the state’s current distribution protocol, according to a new report.

The Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation (PCCI) is an independent, non-profit healthcare intelligence organization affiliated with Parkland Health and Hospital System that studies health specifically as they affect vulnerable populations. On Tuesday PCCI released a statement forecasting that Dallas County could reach “herd immunity” in late-June based on the total…

The region’s vaccine distribution plan just hit a major roadblock following the state’s decision to cut its supply.

Power outages and a winter storm have pressed pause on Dallas County’s vaccine distribution.

The $2 trillion CARES Act, which established the Paycheck Protection Program. A new report shows how it hasn’t all gone as planned.