Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.
Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
Austin ISD elementary school teacher detained by ICE
An Austin ISD elementary teacher has been detained by ICE and has been since Sept. 3, according to the government agency.
Leander ISD pauses dozens of books in classrooms in response to state law
Leander ISD has temporarily pulled dozens of books from classrooms, including the classic "To Kill a Mockingbird", to ensure compliance with a new state law that went into effect on Sept. 1.
Des Moines schools superintendent detained by ICE
Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
New details over alleged ‘fight culture’ in Weiss High School’s baseball program
There are new details about a series of fights caught on camera at Weiss High School in Pflugerville.
McDade ISD announces cancellation of varsity football season
McDade High School announced the cancellation of their varsity football team's season.
Concerns over alleged 'fight culture' in Weiss High School's baseball program
There appears to be a culture of fighting caught on camera at a high school in Pflugerville. Now, a mom is looking to clear her son's name after one of those fights.
2026 college rankings: Where do the top schools stand?
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings, evaluating nearly 1,700 institutions nationwide across 17 measures of academic quality.
School superintendent defends teachers criticized for assigning book with profanity to students
A Texas school district superintendent went viral on Facebook after a social media commenter allegedly called teachers "demons" for assigning a book this person considered inappropriate.
Free Speech Showdown at Texas Universities: Firings, lawsuits, and a President's resignation
Texas universities are embroiled in free speech debates, as recent incidents have led to the firing of a professor and the resignation of a president at Texas A&M, and a wrongful termination lawsuit at Texas State.
Hillsdale College announces honorary degree for Charlie Kirk
Larry Arnn, president of Hillsdale College spoke at Charlie Kirk's funeral Sunday afternoon in Arizona.
Paxton calls on UNT to investigate students' response to Charlie Kirk's death
Attorney General Ken Paxton has called on the University of North Texas to investigate a professor and students who allegedly punished a student for speaking out against classmates celebrating the shooting death of political activist Charlie Kirk.
Hutson-Tillotson University celebrates 150 years, receives historic donation
Huston-Tilloston University is celebrating a major milestone, 150 years since they opened their doors, and it's received a major donation as well.