Houston ISD teacher's job in jeopardy after public comment at board meeting
Longtime HISD teacher Larry McKinzie was issued a letter from the Superintendent after comments he made at a June 15 board meeting.
Houston ISD restructuring special education model, eliminates certain Autism support jobs
Additional changes coming to Houston ISD has some advocates crying foul.
Houston ISD hosts Back to School Bash at Houston MSTC on Saturday
Houston ISD is gearing up for their first day back after the state takeover, and they're helping families prepare with a back-to-school event.
HISD swearing in first female police chief
Shamara Garner becomes the first female to be named chief of police for a Houston ISD school.
Inside look at new 'Team Centers' at HISD
Only on FOX, new images from inside Houston ISD elementary schools reveal what some people are calling "detention centers". The images are already gaining national attention on Twitter and Facebook. FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff has more on the story that continues to cause controversy.
Photos show what Houston ISD 'detention centers' could look like in existing school libraries
New pictures shared with FOX 26 from inside Houston ISD schools reveal what some people are calling “detention centers" in some libraries.
Houston ISD secretary Adriana Castorena-Narvaez convicted of stealing school funds, setting fire at school
Adriana Castorena-Narvaez pleaded guilty and was convicted Thursday of felony misapplication of fiduciary property, as well as paying to repair damage from a small fire that she set to divert attention.
Big policy, budget changes at Houston ISD
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
Houston ISD board approves major changes to policy, budget spending authority
The Board of Managers also approved to hire non-certified teachers for the upcoming school year and principals for the next three years.
Heated Houston ISD meeting over libraries
Another very heated board meeting at Houston ISD headquarters. Teachers report back to their schools next week and many of them were upset over tonight's decisions. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle shows us how the meeting went.
Protests over Houston ISD plan for libraries
Push-back continues against Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles and the TEA over a plan to eliminate some libraries in the district for this upcoming school year. FOX 26’s Shelby Rose reports from HISD headquarters where a protest took place this morning.
Houston Independent School District's plan to convert libraries opposed by group, community leaders
Congressman Al Green said he is "adamantly opposed" to the plan, which he called "fatuous" and "inanity." He said the plan is part of a larger effort by Gov. Greg Abbott to "take over an independent school district, take down the public school system, and stand up a private voucher school system."
HISD superintendent wants to spend up to $2 million without board approval
Some speakers at a board meeting on Thursday night shared their concerns as Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles is asking the board to spend up to $2 million without board approval.
HISD superintendent proposes spending $2M
During an Houston ISD workshop on Thursday night, some questioned superintendent Mike Miles proposal to spend up to two million dollars without board approval. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has more from the district's headquarters.
Houston ISD announces community engagement meetings to share vision for upcoming school year
The Houston Independent School District has announced additional community meetings to share its vision for the school year.
Houston ISD: New bus drivers sought for upcoming school year, sign on bonuses being offered
Looking for a job with a sign-on bonus? Well, Houston ISD is offering a big sign on bonus for those being hired.
Houston ISD considering hiring non-certified teachers to fill classroom jobs
Houston ISD is looking to fill some classrooms with non-certified teachers but the request must first go through the school board and the Texas Education Agency would grant the final approval.
Houston ISD to hire non-certified teachers
Houston ISD is looking to fill some classrooms with non-certified teachers. The request must first go through the school board and the Texas Education Agency would grant the final approval. FOX 26's Natalie Hee has more on families heading back to school this month who have mixed opinions.
Mayor, leaders rip Houston ISD library plan
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, elected officials and community faith leaders speak out against a plan to eliminate dedicated librarians at 28 underperforming Houston ISD schools and convert the libraries.
Houston ISD parents attend community meetings
In our continuing coverage of the state takeover of Houston ISD, and changes coming to the district, the new superintendent concluded his community meetings to answer questions parents may have ahead of the school 2023-24 school year. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has a breakdown of what was discussed.