East End community mourns loss of Milby High student killed by train, officials seek safety solutions
Family and friends gathered at Milby High School to remember 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez on Thursday afternoon.
HISD says defibrillators working on campuses
Houston ISD officials say they have completed an inspection and all campuses have working defibrillators after a 14-year-old Landon Payton died at Marshall Middle School. FOX 26's Anthony Antoine has the details on the inspection.
A South Texas lawmaker's 15-year fight for a Rio Grande Valley law school
Advocates say a law school in one of the state's poorest regions would exponentially help communities with legal aid.
Texas professors self-censor for fear of retaliation, survey found
At least a third of respondents at UT-Austin, UT-Dallas and Texas A&M said they’re not sure administrators at their universities protect free speech on campus.
After bond defeat, opposition to Houston ISD Superintendent continues
Parents, students, and educators in Houston ISD are protesting against Superintendent Mike Miles's controversial reforms and demanding a return to local control.
HISD students speak out against superintendent
Houston ISD had their $4.4 billion bond proposal denied by voters last month and there has been an overwhelming opposition aimed at state appointed superintendent Mike Miles and his controversial leadership style. FOX 26's Political Reporter Greg Groogan has evidence the battle is hardly over and might intensify.
Fixing the dangerous train issue: A decades old problem that turned fatal with the death of a Milby HS student
A 15-year-old student was tragically killed by a train while walking to school, sparking outrage and calls for improved safety measures.
Nikki Giovanni, renowned poet and literary icon, dies at 81
Nikki Giovanni, the poet, author, educator and public speaker who became a literary celebrity, has died.
Texas bill would put Ten Commandments in school classrooms
A bill filed in the Texas House would require public schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom.
Former Fort Bend ISD superintendent Dr. Christie Whitbeck files lawsuit against district
A lawsuit has been filed against Fort Bend Independent School District trustees for defamation and breach of contract against former superintendent Dr. Christie Whitbeck.
Texas bill looks to increase penalties for false threats against schools
A recently-filed bill in the Texas Legislature looks to crack down on the increase in false threats against schools.
Texas Democrats say they won't back down from school choice fight | Texas: The Issue Is
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is confident that school choice legislation will pass during the next legislative session, but Democrats say they won't roll over without a fight.
Some parents say they fear for their kids safety at school
Issues of bullying at Crosby Middle School have escalated to physical violence, as reported by concerned parents who are seeking solutions. Incidents, including an attack on an 11-year-old, have prompted parental appeals to the school board and the involvement of anti-bullying specialists to foster a safer educational environment.
Texas State Board of Education approves school curriculum with Biblical references
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a set of lesson plans for elementary students that includes stories from the Bible.
Texas lawmaker calls to cut UT System funding over program to cover tuition
A group of Republican lawmakers are questioning if funding for the University of Texas System should be cut after approving the expansion of a program to cover tuition and fees for qualifying students.
FAFSA form for 2025-26 financial aid now open: What to know, deadlines and more
The FAFSA application to receive college financial aid for the 2025-2026 school year is officially open. Here's what to know after last year's botched rollout.
MIT to offer free tuition to 80% of US households: What to know
MIT, one of the top universities in the world, is offering free tuition to undergraduate students who are accepted and meet family income requirements.
UT System to offer free tuition for qualifying Texas families
Students with families who make less than $100,000 could soon receive free tuition at the nine academic institutions in the University of Texas System.
Katy ISD under TEA investigation for claims of special education violations
Local advocate Karen Mayer Cunningham filed a complaint alleging improper services and lack of certified teachers for special education students.
Debate on bringing religion into Texas classrooms heads to state level
The debate over bringing religion into the classroom is happening at the state level. The Board of Education heard public testimony on textbooks proposed by the Texas Education Agency.