Educators, retirees, supporters rally for Educators' Bill of Rights passage

The largest teachers union in Texas took action on what it calls "Legislative Advocacy Day" on Monday to push for passage of the Educators' Bill of Rights.

Educators rally at Texas State Capitol
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The largest teachers union in Texas took action on what it calls "Legislative Advocacy Day" on Monday. Teachers, retirees and families were all in attendance at the rally at the Texas State Capitol.

New drone technology could help make schools safer

A local company has developed drones that they say could actually stop an active shooter and save lives.

Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers

President Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper" activities.

Funding plan to help pay for police on school campuses set for full debate in Senate

A funding plan to help pay for police on school campuses is set for a full debate in the Senate next week. Education advocates said they are thankful the plan is moving forward, but warned more help is needed.

Texas bill to ban cellphones in schools gains traction

Legislation that would make students "hang up" their cell phones in Texas schools is ready for a hearing at the Capitol.

Trump vows to stop federal funding for any school that allows 'illegal' protests

The president posted a message on social media Tuesday calling for arrests and deportation for anyone participating in what he referred to as “illegal protests."

Senate confirms Linda McMahon: What this means for the Department of Education

The former WWE CEO will now lead the Department of Education with its future uncertain amid President Donald Trump’s pledge to eliminate the agency.

Farm to school lunch trays at Lake Travis ISD thanks to Central TX Food Bank

Lake Travis ISD is offering colorful options to your kid's school lunch tray thanks to the help of Central Texas Food Bank's Food Hub Program.

Texas Lottery investigation, latest in legislative session: TWITP

FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts have a look at some of the top stories this week.

Texas lawmakers threaten funding to public universities over DEI rules

State senators are threatening to withhold funding increases to public colleges and universities that cannot prove they are in compliance with the state's ban on DEI practices.

Greenville ISD middle school students tattooed each other using same needle in class, parents say

An investigation is underway to figure out how students at a North Texas middle school gave each other tattoos using temporary ink inside a classroom using the same needle. The district says it suspended multiple teachers over the ordeal.

Leander ISD cuts programs due to budget deficit leaving students upset

Lack of funding has put school districts like Leander ISD in a difficult position where they have to cut hundreds of positions and programs.

Texas Senate passes SB 26 aiming give raises to teachers

Texas teachers are one step closer to getting a pay raise. On Wednesday, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 26, aimed at improving teacher pay and retention.