Minnie's Food Pantry ask for donations to support local schools and families
A food pantry that normally helps thousands of families in need is now asking for help of its own.
Small businesses hit hard by coronavirus locked out by downtown McKinney landlord
At a time when city and county leaders are asking everyone to show patience and compassion, a small business owner in McKinney says her landlord is doing anything but that.
National Guard helping North Texas Food Bank go mobile to meet high demand
Demand for meals is at an all-time high for the North Texas Food Bank as people deal with layoffs, furloughs and children at home. The National Guard is stepping in to help.
Shelter-in-place ordinance issued in McKinney extended through April
The shelter-in-place ordinance issued in McKinney has been extended.
City of Plano issues water disconnection notices amid coronavirus crisis
People in Plano say hand washing will be impossible if the city follows through with water termination notices.
Collin County judge rescinds 'all businesses are essential' order
After the governor released his statewide order, Collin County ditched its controversial ‘stay at home’ order.
Frisco orchestra students bringing hope with virtual performance of 'See You Again'
Some high school orchestra students in North Texas came up with an innovative way to perform together during the pandemic.
McKinney wins 1st legal battle, can keep stricter stay-at-home rules during COVID-19 pandemic
A Collin County judge denied a challenge from a McKinney realtor, who said the city was overstepping by issuing a tougher order than county leaders in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus.
Frisco woman stuck in Africa due to COVID-19 flight restrictions
Andrea Olatunji lost her father to natural causes and traveled from North Texas to Lagos, Nigeria with her sister for his funeral nearly three weeks ago. During her trip, the ripple effect of the virus halted air travel.
Plano considers issuing its own stay-at-home ordinance
The city of Plano may soon adopt a stay-at-home ordinance to close more businesses in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Smaller family practices having trouble properly protecting healthcare workers
Along with hospitals across the country, smaller family practices are experiencing a shortage in critical equipment necessary to protect themselves and patients due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
McKinney mayor's teen daughter tests positive for COVID-19
The mayor for the city of McKinney says his teen daughter has tested positive for COVID-19 coronavirus.
More North Texas first responders test positive for COVID-19
The coronavirus is having an impact on first responders in North Texas.
Lawsuit challenges McKinney's shelter-at-home ordinance, claiming it conflicts with Collin Co.'s order
People who live in McKinney are currently under a shelter-at-home ordinance that is now being challenged in court.
Dallas County judge criticizes Collin County leaders over coronavirus response
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is criticizing Collin County’s leaders who have ordered a less strenuous stay-at-home order than other counties in the area.
McKinney issues shelter-at-home order, closes non-essential businesses
The city of McKinney ordered all non-essential businesses to close, and that order takes effect at midnight Wednesday.
Furlough Kitchen providing meals to furloughed hospitality workers
A local restaurant group is launching an effort to help people who lost their jobs.
Collin County asks residents to stay home if possible, deems all businesses 'essential'
Collin County residents were ordered to stay at home if possible, effective immediately on Tuesday, but businesses in the county will be allowed to stay open.
North Texas food pantries see higher demand amid coronavirus pandemic
These organizations are trying to do what they can to continue to serve hundreds of families in need while still keeping safe social distancing measures and working with fewer volunteers and staff.
North Texas company now offering in-home testing for COVID-19
A Plano company is offering in-home COVID-19 testing for those who meet certain criteria.