UT researchers name ancient beaver fossil after Buc-ee's

A new species of ancient beaver has been named after Buc-ee's, the popular Texas-based gas station known for its cartoon beaver mascot.

Is the David porn? Come see, Italians tell Florida parents

The move came after an image of Michelangelo's masterpiece was shown to a sixth-grade class, prompting the school's board to pressure its principal to resign.

Florida principal resigns after complaints on 'David' statue nudity

A Florida charter school principal has been forced to resign after a parent complained sixth graders were exposed to pornography during a lesson on Renaissance art that included Michelangelo’s “David" sculpture.

House GOP passes Parents' Bill of Rights Act in clash over schools

The bill would give parents greater oversight of what is taught in public schools. Critics say it is a burdensome proposal that would fuel a far-right movement that has resulted in book bans.

Texas Longhorns prepare for Sweet 16 game against Xavier

A day before the big game was kind of a "calm before the storm" feel for the Longhorns at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, especially with all those seniors and graduate students.

Miley Cyrus' 'Rainbowland' stirs Waukesha school concert controversy

A Waukesha teacher asked kids to sing "Rainbowland" by Miley Cyrus song, but administrators say it's too controversial for elementary school.

ACC Round Rock Campus closed due to power outage

All other campuses are continuing to operate on their regular schedules Thursday, says ACC.

Library association releases report on record book ban attempts in 2022

The report says more than 1,200 book challenges were recorded by the association last year, nearly double the then-record total from 2021.

Expanded Florida law would ban lessons on sexual orientation, gender identity in all grades

The rule change would ban lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4 to 12. The proposal would not require legislative approval and is scheduled for a vote by the state Board of Education next month.

All LAUSD schools closed as thousands of employees continue 3-day strike

Los Angeles Unifed campuses will be closed Tuesday and likely through Thursday as service workers begin a planned strike -- leaving more than 400,000 students without classes.

Two education rallies held outside State Capitol

It was an education centered day for the Texas legislature as two rallies were held outside the State Capitol.

Tom Hanks to speak at Harvard's 2023 commencement

Hanks, 66, has appeared in almost 100 films. Nominated for an Oscar six times, he won best actor for “Philadelphia" in 1993 and “Forrest Gump" the following year.

No. 5 Louisville pummel Texas 73-51 in second round of NCAA Tournament

Hailey Van Lith scored 21 points and No. 5 Louisville rolled over No. 4 Texas 73-51 on the Longhorns’ home court Monday night to send the Cardinals to the Sweet 16 for the sixth NCAA Tournament in row.

No March Madness: Gonzales, Texas easily dispatch ECU

Shaylee Gonzales scored 20 points and No. 4 Texas rolled to a 79-40 win over No. 13 East Carolina on Saturday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on the Longhorns’ home court.

RRISD to hold in-person fentanyl awareness event April 3

The meeting will focus on fentanyl awareness, prevention and resource information. Narcan and medical disposable bags will also be available on a first come, first served basis for adults.