Rationing of COVID-19 therapeutic treatments to impact North Texas infusion centers

New federal guidelines on the distribution of monoclonal antibodies are threatening to temporarily shutter some infusion centers set up across the state.

Texas school districts push back against lawsuits filed in 'cowardly manner' over mask mandates

An attorney for Paris ISD said the district was not informed about the state's lawsuit or the court hearing until two hours after the hearing was over. Another district said it doesn't have a mask mandate and isn't sure why it's being sued.

Judge blocks New York's medical worker vaccine mandate

Judge David Hurd in Utica has temporarily blocked the state of New York from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated.

COVID-19 forecast: Hospitalizations could be stabilizing in most age groups, most counties

While still high, COVID-19 hospitalizations could be stabilizing in most North Texas counties, according to the latest pandemic forecast. The latest UT Southwestern modeling continues to project increases in the number of pediatric cases.

3 medical boards support action against doctors who spread COVID-19 misinformation

The Federation of State Medical Boards said in its July statement that any physicians who create and spread false information about COVID-19 are subject to suspension or having their medical licenses revoked.

Denton County fire marshal dies from COVID-19

Denton County Fire Marshal Roland Asebedo has died from complications of COVID-19.

DeSoto now COVID-19 testing every city employee

The city of DeSoto is testing 350 employees weekly, first responders daily and others twice a week.

COVID-19 pediatric hospitalizations in North Texas double since January, UTSW says

The latest UT Southwestern report shows pediatric COVID hospitalizations have more than doubled since January. Many teachers are choosing to retire early due to the pandemic. Students continue to face learning loss. Many are hospitalized with COVID-19.

Paris ISD's mask mandate dress code halted by Texas attorney general lawsuit

A district court ruled Tuesday that Paris ISD doesn't have the authority to add a mask mandate to its dress code and issued a temporary injunction halting the measure.

Iowa school mask mandates allowed, judge rules

A federal judge has ordered the state of Iowa to immediately halt enforcement of a law passed in May that prevents school boards from ordering masks to be worn to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Cowboys get RG Martin back as DE Randy Gregory joins COVID-19 list

Gregory went on the COVID-19 list four days after playing in the opener, a 31-29 loss to Tampa Bay. Backup tackle Brandon Knight returned along with Zack Martin.

Fort Worth ISD mask mandate halted by appeals court

A mask mandate was in place Monday morning when students showed up for school. But around lunchtime, it was reversed after the district was ordered to abandon the requirement by a court.

Dallas ISD offers $50 incentive for students to get vaccinated

Dallas ISD announced Monday that students 12 and older who are fully vaccinated are eligible for a one-time $50 incentive.