Restrictions keeping many restaurants from making a profit
Despite the shutdowns and seating restrictions, some restaurant owners are hanging on. But they aren't sure how long they'll be able to do it. Anna Tauzin with the Texas Restaurant Association talks to Good Day about the way the organization is trying to help those in need. More: txrestaurant.org/texas-restaurant-survival-plan
Despite the shutdowns and seating restrictions, some restaurant owners are hanging on. But they aren't sure how long they'll be able to do it. Anna Tauzin with the Texas Restaurant Association talks to Good Day about the way the organization is trying to help those in need. More: txrestaurant.org/texas-restaurant-survival-plan
Texas Tribune looks at COVID-19 in daycares, Texas Tech classes & early voting
The COVID-19 pandemic has families facing difficult decisions about going back to school -- from preschool all the way to college. Texas Tribune reporter Alana Rocha joins Good Day to talk about the spread of the coronavirus in child care facilities, a test run for Texas Tech and the runoff between M.J. Hegar and State Rep. Royce West of Dallas. More: texastribune.org
The COVID-19 pandemic has families facing difficult decisions about going back to school -- from preschool all the way to college. Texas Tribune reporter Alana Rocha joins Good Day to talk about the spread of the coronavirus in child care facilities, a test run for Texas Tech and the runoff between M.J. Hegar and State Rep. Royce West of Dallas. More: texastribune.org
Dallas County effort aims to slow the spread of COVID-19 among Hispanics
Hispanics are significantly more likely to be affected by the coronavirus and there is an effort in Dallas County to address that. Dr. Brian Williams is an advisor to the county on that very issue. He talked to Good Day about how officials are trying to reach those communities and help them stay healthy.
Hispanics are significantly more likely to be affected by the coronavirus and there is an effort in Dallas County to address that. Dr. Brian Williams is an advisor to the county on that very issue. He talked to Good Day about how officials are trying to reach those communities and help them stay healthy.
Making a choice between classroom and online learning
Some parents are losing sleep trying to decide whether their children should return to school or stay at home learning virtually. Michele Towns is a coordinator from the group Plano Moms. She said many of the moms in the group feel like they just don't have enough information to make an educated decision. More: PlanoMoms.com
Some parents are losing sleep trying to decide whether their children should return to school or stay at home learning virtually. Michele Towns is a coordinator from the group Plano Moms. She said many of the moms in the group feel like they just don't have enough information to make an educated decision. More: PlanoMoms.com
Decision to cancel the 2020 State Fair of Texas was not easy
Big Tex shared some big news -- there will not be a State Fair of Texas this season. Karissa Condoianis joined Good Day to talk about the decision to cancel.
Big Tex shared some big news -- there will not be a State Fair of Texas this season. Karissa Condoianis joined Good Day to talk about the decision to cancel.
Coronavirus expert gives an update on vaccine trials, school safety
There are several potential coronavirus vaccines in the works around the world with the president promising one very soon. Good Day gets a reality check from one of the world's top coronavirus researchers, Dr. Ben Neuman from Texas A&M Texarkana. He also answers one of the questions many parents have. Should I send my child to school?
There are several potential coronavirus vaccines in the works around the world with the president promising one very soon. Good Day gets a reality check from one of the world's top coronavirus researchers, Dr. Ben Neuman from Texas A&M Texarkana. He also answers one of the questions many parents have. Should I send my child to school?
TMZ: Comedian D.L. Hughley's new book calls for change
Good Day talks to TMZ's Harvey Levin about D.L. Hughley's new book. It sends a serious message to white people about Confederate statues. More: tmz.com
Good Day talks to TMZ's Harvey Levin about D.L. Hughley's new book. It sends a serious message to white people about Confederate statues. More: tmz.com
School districts still looking for guidance from TEA
Texas schools will resume STAAR testing this school year even with everything going on with the pandemic. One North Texas superintendent is not thrilled about that announcement. Castleberry ISD Superintendent Dr. John Ramos says districts are still looking for reopening guidance.
Texas schools will resume STAAR testing this school year even with everything going on with the pandemic. One North Texas superintendent is not thrilled about that announcement. Castleberry ISD Superintendent Dr. John Ramos says districts are still looking for reopening guidance.
Dallas infectious disease expert answers questions about COVID-19 hospitalizations
Data shows coronavirus hospitalizations in North Texas are up 34 percent in one week and 174 percent compared to the last month. Dr. Trish Perl, an infectious disease specialist at Parkland Health and UT Southwestern, talks about what the data shows and how the virus appears to be spreading.
Data shows coronavirus hospitalizations in North Texas are up 34 percent in one week and 174 percent compared to the last month. Dr. Trish Perl, an infectious disease specialist at Parkland Health and UT Southwestern, talks about what the data shows and how the virus appears to be spreading.
Texas country singer Cory Morrow connects with fans on Facebook
Live concerts are mostly on hold these days but Texas country singer-songwriter Cory Morrow found another way to connect with fans. He joins Good Day live on what he calls a 'Morrow Monday.'
Live concerts are mostly on hold these days but Texas country singer-songwriter Cory Morrow found another way to connect with fans. He joins Good Day live on what he calls a 'Morrow Monday.'
Dog of the Day: Dexter
A special needs dog is ready to make a family very happy. Dexter is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A special needs dog is ready to make a family very happy. Dexter is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Experts say 'doomscrolling' can cause anxiety, depression
With too much time on our hands, some people are spending a lot of time seeking out bad news. It's called doomscrolling. Dr. Janet Johnson from UT Dallas talks to Good Day about why people seek out bad news.
With too much time on our hands, some people are spending a lot of time seeking out bad news. It's called doomscrolling. Dr. Janet Johnson from UT Dallas talks to Good Day about why people seek out bad news.
Doctors at Cook Children's urge families to protect themselves
Pediatrician Dr. Ramon Kinloch joins Good Day live from Fort Worth. He and other doctors from Cook Children's are telling families to protect themselves and others.
Pediatrician Dr. Ramon Kinloch joins Good Day live from Fort Worth. He and other doctors from Cook Children's are telling families to protect themselves and others.
B.J. Thomas and Rock for Relief
The North Texas singer will join others to perform during ?Rock For Relief? benefit concert supporting Feeding America?s COVID-19 Response Fund.
The North Texas singer will join others to perform during ?Rock For Relief? benefit concert supporting Feeding America?s COVID-19 Response Fund.
What's safe for families this July 4th
Dr. Jeffrey Kahn, chief of infectious diseases at Children?s Health and professor at U.T. Southwestern, discusses an Independence Day weekend that will be unlike any other in memory.
Dr. Jeffrey Kahn, chief of infectious diseases at Children?s Health and professor at U.T. Southwestern, discusses an Independence Day weekend that will be unlike any other in memory.
Texas economy and a spike in COVID-19 cases
Pia Orrenius, Vice President and Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank Of Dallas, discusses recent unemployment figures and how a spike in cases could slow economic recovery efforts.
Pia Orrenius, Vice President and Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank Of Dallas, discusses recent unemployment figures and how a spike in cases could slow economic recovery efforts.
Experts share tips for 4th of July fireworks safety
Many public July 4th events were canceled this year which may mean more families will celebrate at home, perhaps with fireworks. Nurse and burn program manager Stephanie Campbell joins Good Day live from Parkland Health to share some expert advice on keeping the celebration safe. More: cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks
Many public July 4th events were canceled this year which may mean more families will celebrate at home, perhaps with fireworks. Nurse and burn program manager Stephanie Campbell joins Good Day live from Parkland Health to share some expert advice on keeping the celebration safe. More: cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks
Rockwall to host Fourth of July parade, fireworks and more
The city of Rockwall gets a head start on the long holiday weekend with a concert Friday night on Lake Ray Hubbard. More events including a parade and fireworks show follow over the weekend. Mayor Jim Pruitt said there are no plans to cancel despite a spike in COVID-19 cases. More: playrockwall.com/the-park-at-emerald-bay-2-2/
The city of Rockwall gets a head start on the long holiday weekend with a concert Friday night on Lake Ray Hubbard. More events including a parade and fireworks show follow over the weekend. Mayor Jim Pruitt said there are no plans to cancel despite a spike in COVID-19 cases. More: playrockwall.com/the-park-at-emerald-bay-2-2/
Lab-confirmed COVID-19 hospitalizations up 36% from last week
A deeper dive into the COVID-19 numbers in North Texas provides some new and perhaps surprising detail on when and where things have gotten worse. Dr. Tim Bray joins Good Day to give a clearer picture. He's the director of the Institute for Urban Policy Research at the University of Texas at Dallas and his team has created a COVID-19 dashboard for North Texas. More: urbanpolicyresearch.org/covid19/county-data-dashboard
A deeper dive into the COVID-19 numbers in North Texas provides some new and perhaps surprising detail on when and where things have gotten worse. Dr. Tim Bray joins Good Day to give a clearer picture. He's the director of the Institute for Urban Policy Research at the University of Texas at Dallas and his team has created a COVID-19 dashboard for North Texas. More: urbanpolicyresearch.org/covid19/county-data-dashboard
Texas Tribune: Rising cases and vanishing students
Good Day talks to Texas Tribune reporter Alana Rocha about some alarming information from the state about the number of kids who have completely disengaged from public education during the pandemic. Plus, Texas had 8,000 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday with a record 6,900 patients in Texas hospitals. More: texastribune.org
Good Day talks to Texas Tribune reporter Alana Rocha about some alarming information from the state about the number of kids who have completely disengaged from public education during the pandemic. Plus, Texas had 8,000 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday with a record 6,900 patients in Texas hospitals. More: texastribune.org