Staff shortages at Texas group homes are putting residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) at risk, advocacy groups say… Read MoreTexas group home workers get a base wage of $10.60 an hour. Advocates push lawmakers for a raise
Every year, the Art Room, whose mission is to provide free quality art experiences for people struggling with mental health issues, dedicates …
Cross Timbers Church in Argyle announced Wednesday that two founding pastors are leaving their staff positions, shortly after two others stepp…
Blood type and diet are a few factors that may make some people “mosquito magnets.”
Denton County reported its first West Nile virus death of 2024, and more than 30 mosquito traps around the county have tested positive for the virus this season. With several months left of mosquito season, Denton County isn’t out of the woods yet.
During Sunday service, a Cross Timbers Church elder elaborated on reports of “inappropriate,” “sexual” and “nonconsensual” communication from …
School’s back in session soon, so it’s time to get your child's immunizations to attend class in Texas. KERA’s Sam Baker discusses this with D…
A new study lends weight to fears that more livestock workers have gotten the bird flu than has been reported.
Denton County Public Health reports 100% turnover rate for epidemiologists, who leave for better pay
Matt Richardson, director of Denton County Public Health, told county commissioners the department has employed about 18 different epidemiologists over the past four years. That's a 100% turnover rate, he said, as he appealed for a higher pay grade for a proposed Epidemiologist II position.
Ivy Summerfield of the Denton County Master Gardener Association shares tips and tricks for growing basil in the area, including plant types and care needs.
As more mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in traps around Denton, the city is offering residents Bti briquettes, long-lasting float…
A Sanger resident has been diagnosed with West Nile virus neuroinvasive disease, according to Denton County Public Health.
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Fry Street is one of Denton's most popular entertainment hubs, mainly catering to the local college-aged population. There are a variety of bars and restaurants to choose from, each with their own unique features. Additionally, safety on a night out is an important concern, so read up here on some tips to keep the evening both fun and safe.
This summer is not only bringing the heat but also a wave of new COVID-19 infections across Tarrant County.
A woman has filed a civil lawsuit against Denton County and three Denton County correctional officers for claiming to force her to remove her hijab after being booked into the county jail.
Three mosquito traps in Denton have tested positive for West Nile virus, the city confirmed Tuesday.
Dave Meder’s latest album isn’t the typical sort of music you’d hear in a church.
Previous research has warned against exposing ourselves to blue light from TV and electronics an hour before bedtime. It can prevent the brain…
Did you know that your local library is more than a place to check out books? Whether or not you’re a reader, a student, a parent or just a re…
Members of Denton County 4-H participated at the Texas 4-H Roundup in Bryan-College Station on June 3-6. Texas 4-H Roundup, the pinnacle event…
Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead into a fun-filled weekend for much of North Texas. Pyrotechnics remain a risky staple of Ind…
Denton County Public Health will conduct fogging in the unincorporated area Northwest of Krum after a West Nile Virus mosquito positive trap was issued.
The University of North Texas, Texas Woman's University and North Central Texas College have a variety of clubs to choose from. Students who are new to the area may be looking for new friends but aren't sure where to start. Joining a club on campus is the best and easiest way to start.
The 100 deadliest days, the days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, have started. With school ending for summer break, Texas A&M AgriLife…
Denton County will be fogging for mosquitoes in unincorporated areas of the county this weekend after two traps tested positive for West Nile …
Baylor Scott & White Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas have agreed to extend health provider and facility contracts — for now.
By staying silent on a Denton couple’s divorce dispute over how to decide who should own the embryos they created via in vitro fertilization, the Texas Supreme Court left a lower court’s decision in place: frozen embryos aren’t legally children.