States where cursive handwriting is still taught in schools

Cursive’s comeback in U.S. public schools continues, even as the digital age reaches new heights and some question whether it's obsolete.

2 teachers from same Manor ISD elementary school arrested for abusing children

Two teachers from the same Manor ISD elementary school are facing felony injury to a child charges. One allegedly abused five nonverbal autistic children over a period of 11 days.

Manor ISD teachers arrested for hurting students
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A family's attorney said they're still waiting to access video evidence after a child was injured at school. This comes amid multiple investigations into staff at a Manor ISD elementary school

'No credible threat' to Fredericksburg Middle School: officials

Fredericksburg Middle School was given the all-clear Wednesday afternoon after law enforcement found “no credible threat”.

Ranking adult literacy rates across the Midwest

The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels.

Austin ISD responds to parent petition to close 2 schools

After two Austin ISD schools received consecutive failing grades, the district now faces a potential state takeover. But there’s a chance it could be avoided if parents petition to close the schools down.

AISD faces potential state takeover
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After two Austin ISD schools received consecutive failing grades, the district now faces a potential state takeover. But there’s a chance it could be avoided if parents petition to close the schools down.

Arch Manning issues apology after remarks on AI video
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Arch Manning found himself in a little hot water over the last 24 hours, but it now appears that all is well.

'Narrow-minded': UT student speaks out after Texas GOP candidate's controversial posts about student diversity

More people are speaking about the controversial comments made by the Texas GOP candidate for Railroad Commissioner about a diverse group of University of Texas students, including the students themselves.

UT Austin students react to Bo French comments
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Bo French, the Texas Republican candidate for Railroad Commission, is making headlines after a racist comment he made about UT Austin students.

Backlash over Bo French's social media post
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The fallout continued Monday from a controversial social media post from Bo French regarding college enrollment policies and immigrants. French and his opponent responded to the pushback.

Student suspended for bringing coffee to class in act of 'civil disobedience'

A high school senior's suspension for bringing coffee to class in Upstate New York has prompted the school district to acknowledge it bypassed procedural laws when adopting its new code of conduct.

College Football Week 2: Big tests on deck for Longhorns, Aggies

Most Texas college football teams cruised to victories in Week 1, but the second week of the 2026 college football season will bring big out-of-conference tests for top teams.

Mayor Watson's strategy to keep TEA out of AISD
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Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is suggesting parents in two schools ask the state to close their campuses to avoid a state takeover of Austin ISD.

Man arrested again for peering into windows
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A man has been arrested again for peering into windows near UT Austin's West Campus, less than a month after his previous arrest.

Here's where – and what – schools are required to teach about 9/11

As 9/11 becomes history for younger Americans, states are taking different approaches to teaching students about the attacks and their lasting impact.

Back-to-school mental health & warning signs
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The first few weeks of school bring a major shift in routine for kids and teens and that can often lead to stress and anxiety. With September marking National Suicide Prevention Month, and Sept. 10 being World Suicide Prevention Day, it's an important time for parents to know what to watch for and how to check in with their kids. Dr. Alethea Varra, licensed clinical psychologist with Bend Health, shares some warning signs.