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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The report says more than 1,200 book challenges were recorded by the association last year, nearly double the then-record total from 2021.
School voucher debate gets underway at Texas Capitol
Most of the bills are expected to eventually be sent to the full senate for consideration.
Most of the bills are expected to eventually be sent to the full senate for consideration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Conservative, liberal groups testify at State Capitol over controversial legislation
Texans on all sides of the political spectrum are making their voices heard when it comes to controversial legislation that has been filed this session.
Texans on all sides of the political spectrum are making their voices heard when it comes to controversial legislation that has been filed this session.
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.
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.
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.
No. 2 seed Texas looks to advance to Sweet 16 for first time in 15 years
Texas and Penn State are scheduled to tip-off around 6:45 p.m. Saturday, March 18.
Texas and Penn State are scheduled to tip-off around 6:45 p.m. Saturday, March 18.
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.
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.
Houston ISD Takeover: Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner reacts to announcement
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner shared his thoughts after TEA Commissioner Mike Morath told Houston lawmakers that the state would be taking over Houston ISD.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner shared his thoughts after TEA Commissioner Mike Morath told Houston lawmakers that the state would be taking over Houston ISD.
Houston ISD students prepare for possible state takeover of school district
Sources tell FOX 26 the Texas Education Agency’s possible takeover of Houston Independent School District is imminent, as soon as this week.
Sources tell FOX 26 the Texas Education Agency’s possible takeover of Houston Independent School District is imminent, as soon as this week.
Houston ISD TEA takeover: Board of managers to govern Texas' largest district
The Texas Education Agency announced a takeover of Houston ISD, saying a board of managers would be assigned to govern Texas' largest school district.
The Texas Education Agency announced a takeover of Houston ISD, saying a board of managers would be assigned to govern Texas' largest school district.
UT Austin staff member assaulted, robbed on campus
A UT Austin staff member was assaulted and robbed on Wednesday, UTPD said.
A UT Austin staff member was assaulted and robbed on Wednesday, UTPD said.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath confirms takeover of Houston ISD
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath speaks with FOX 26 about the state takeover of Houston ISD.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath speaks with FOX 26 about the state takeover of Houston ISD.