Omicron surge forcing North Texas colleges to double down on COVID-19 protocols

Colleges throughout North Texas are evaluating how students and staff will safely begin their spring semesters in the midst of a significant COVID-19 surge.

North Texas first responders hit hard by omicron variant

As North Texas continues to see a big spike in new coronavirus cases from the omicron variant, first responders are also starting to see an impact. Dallas Fire-Rescue is experiencing the most workers out of the office at one time since the pandemic started. And they are not alone.

Ridder, breakthrough Bearcats stall in 27-6 loss to Alabama

The breakthrough Bearcats held up pretty well despite Ridder's offense going nowhere for long stretches Friday while the Alabama running game overwhelmed them in a 27-6 loss that ended an undefeated season.

Family wants justice for 2-year-old killed in Arlington DWI crash

An Arlington mother has a message for the suspected drunken driver who killed her 2-year-old daughter. He got to spend Christmas with his family while hers was in the hospital planning a funeral.

2-year-old dies from injuries after Arlington drunken driving crash

Instead of celebrating, a North Texas family will spend the holidays grieving the loss of their 2-year-old. She died because of crash caused by a suspected drunken driver.

Timberview High School shooting suspect arrested again

Timothy Simpkins, the Arlington teenager accused in the Timberview High School shooting, is back in jail for an alleged bond violation.

Family hurt, toddler seriously injured in Arlington drunk driving crash

A 25-year-old man is charged with driving drunk and causing a crash that injured a young family in Arlington. One child received minor injuries, but the mother, father and 2-year-old all have serious injuries. It's unclear if the 2-year-old will make it.

Mission Arlington helps families with Christmas toys for children

Mission Arlington is one of the largest charitable organizations and it works right up to Christmas Day. They are still accepting toy donations and are expecting a very busy week.

9-month-old on adult’s lap dies in Arlington rollover crash

A 9-month-old boy died days after being ejected from an SUV in a rollover crash in Arlington. Investigators said he and six others were crammed into the vehicle that was only designed to hold five.

Smallest baby ever born at Arlington hospital goes home for Christmas

Baby Paris weighed less than a pound when she was born and doctors didn't think she would survive. She's now thriving and will be home with her family for Christmas.

Arlington ISD to give employees $500 in bonus pay

Teachers, librarians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers and even substitutes in Arlington ISD are getting an early Christmas present. The district approved a $500 bonus for all of its employees.

Man and woman shot during Arlington barber shop fight

Two people were hurt in a fight outside an Arlington barber shop. Police are now trying to find the person responsible.

Blood drive held at Texas Live! to boost low North Texas supply

The Red Cross says a combination of challenges, like the pandemic and the holiday season, may have disrupted the routines of many regular donors. As an incentive to get people in, they gave away Amazon gift cards and other items.

It's All Good: December 4
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Jeremy Robinson checks out the Texas Christkindl Market in Arlington in this week's "It's All Good".

Arlington students collect gifts for children in CPS custody

An Arlington elementary school is helping make the holidays a little brighter for children facing difficult circumstances.