COVID-19 student cases across Texas schools double in one week

The number of COVID-19 cases among students nearly doubled across Texas in one week. Last week alone, districts reported to the state more than 27,000 student cases. Health experts fear a spike in cases after the Labor Day weekend. Meantime, measures to mitigate the spread vary.

Man shot and killed by Lake Worth officers following police chase

One of the men who tried to get away from Lake Worth police during a chase reportedly threatened officers with a pistol. Officers fired at him, killing him.

Grapevine football player runs for touchdown after visiting dad in COVID-19 ICU

Caleb Texada’s touchdown run came just minutes after he was at his father’s bedside, with the family hoping Ricky Texada would recover. Instead, they are now planning a funeral.

UT Southwestern: COVID hospitalizations will peak next month, but forecast shows improvements

The latest UT Southwestern COVID forecast expects the situation to get worse before it gets better. Hospitalizations are up in the North Texas region, but so are vaccinations and the use of masks. That could start to bring the COVID infection rate down faster than previously predicted.

PBR World Finals announces permanent move to Fort Worth

Fort Worth has lassoed in the Professional Bull Riders World Finals. It will be a permanent move from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Dickies Arena, Will Rogers Memorial Center and other surrounding venues.

Saints move practice to home of Dallas Cowboys after Hurricane Ida evacuation

The New Orleans Saints are planning to practice at the home of the Dallas Cowboys for three days this week after evacuating because of Hurricane Ida.

Kid Rock cancels Billy Bob’s concerts after he said band has COVID-19

Kid Rock’s shows at Billy Bob’s Texas this weekend have been canceled after he said “over half” of his band members have COVID-19.

9/11 first responders to be celebrated in Fort Worth

The city of Fort Worth will honor 9/11 first responders nearly 20 years after the attack in New York.

Fort Worth ISD school board votes for a mask mandate if a judge agrees

During Thursday night’s special board meeting, Fort Worth ISD trustees voted to require face coverings for everyone at the district’s campuses. However, that mandate will only be allowed if a judge rules in favor of the district at a hearing on Sept. 3.