American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
Austin ISD facing deeper budget cuts as deficit continues to grow
Austin ISD is facing even deeper budget cuts as its deficit continues to grow. Now we’re taking a closer look at just how big that shortfall has become and what's driving it.
Austin ISD is facing even deeper budget cuts as its deficit continues to grow. Now we’re taking a closer look at just how big that shortfall has become and what's driving it.
AISD budget deficit continues to grow
Austin ISD is facing even deeper budget cuts as its deficit continues to grow. Now we’re taking a closer look at just how big that shortfall has become and what's driving it.
Austin ISD is facing even deeper budget cuts as its deficit continues to grow. Now we’re taking a closer look at just how big that shortfall has become and what's driving it.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
STAAR test: San Antonio elementary school's TikTok video goes viral
As students get ready to take their STAAR test this month, some teachers are going the extra mile to motivate their students to do their best.
As students get ready to take their STAAR test this month, some teachers are going the extra mile to motivate their students to do their best.
Texas A&M women’s volleyball honored by President Trump at White House for 2025 NCAA National Championship
President Donald Trump honored the Texas A&M women’s volleyball team at the White House on Tuesday to celebrate their historic 2025 NCAA national championship win.
President Donald Trump honored the Texas A&M women’s volleyball team at the White House on Tuesday to celebrate their historic 2025 NCAA national championship win.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
UT Austin's billion-dollar supporters
Michael and Susan Dell have become UT Austin’s first-ever billion-dollar supporters after announcing a new investment Tuesday morning.
Michael and Susan Dell have become UT Austin’s first-ever billion-dollar supporters after announcing a new investment Tuesday morning.
Fake report of student with weapon at Brownsville high school leads to 1 arrest
A fake report of a student with a weapon on campus led to a high school in Brownsville, Texas, being locked down and an arrest.
A fake report of a student with a weapon on campus led to a high school in Brownsville, Texas, being locked down and an arrest.
Michael and Susan Dell become first-ever billion-dollar supporters of UT Austin
Michael and Susan Dell have become UT Austin’s first-ever billion-dollar supporters after announcing a new investment Tuesday morning.
Michael and Susan Dell have become UT Austin’s first-ever billion-dollar supporters after announcing a new investment Tuesday morning.
Families sue Texas charter school claiming coach's punishment hospitalized students
Twelve families are suing a Texas charter school claiming a coach's punishment led to the hospitalization of 20 students.
Twelve families are suing a Texas charter school claiming a coach's punishment led to the hospitalization of 20 students.
Stabbing near ACC Riverside campus; 2 injured, suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after a stabbing near Austin Community College's Riverside campus.
A suspect is in custody after a stabbing near Austin Community College's Riverside campus.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
Round Rock ISD puts plans to change bus routes on hold
Round Rock ISD said they will no longer be changing bus routes for the next school year. The plans are being put on hold.
Round Rock ISD said they will no longer be changing bus routes for the next school year. The plans are being put on hold.
San Marcos CISD special ed teacher helps students publish book
A San Marcos CISD special education teacher is being recognized for her amazing work inside and outside the classroom.
A San Marcos CISD special education teacher is being recognized for her amazing work inside and outside the classroom.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas speaks at UT Austin
Clarence Thomas, the current longest serving member of the Supreme Court of the United States, was welcomed with a standing ovation inside of UT’s Hogg Memorial Auditorium.
Clarence Thomas, the current longest serving member of the Supreme Court of the United States, was welcomed with a standing ovation inside of UT’s Hogg Memorial Auditorium.
Justice Clarence Thomas speaks at UT Austin
A visit from one of the nation’s most influential judicial figures sparked both applause and protests at the University of Texas's campus on Wednesday.
A visit from one of the nation’s most influential judicial figures sparked both applause and protests at the University of Texas's campus on Wednesday.
Lehman High School baseball coach on administrative leave following bullying allegations
The Lehman High School baseball program is under investigation for what the district calls a serious pattern of bullying involving some varsity and junior varsity players.
The Lehman High School baseball program is under investigation for what the district calls a serious pattern of bullying involving some varsity and junior varsity players.
Dallas, Houston, and Austin rank among best U.S. cities for college graduates, study says
A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.
A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.