Back-to-school safety tips for parents: 'Don't give strangers a road map'
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school.
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school.
Back-to-school safety tips for parents
As students and parents get ready for the first day of school, Fort Bend County law enforcement has reminders for parents to keep their kids' safety a priority. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares what the Precinct 4 constable had to say.
As students and parents get ready for the first day of school, Fort Bend County law enforcement has reminders for parents to keep their kids' safety a priority. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares what the Precinct 4 constable had to say.
DOJ: Duke Law illegally used race in consideration for admission
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
Texas back-to-school tax-free weekend begins: Here's what you should know
Texans can save on back-to-school shopping as early as Friday, as the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for the weekend.
Texans can save on back-to-school shopping as early as Friday, as the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for the weekend.
Need help with food costs? Back-to-school resources for Houston-area families
Houston-area families struggling with food costs can find help through HISD, Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank. Here’s how to apply for school-meal benefits, locate a pantry and access other assistance
Houston-area families struggling with food costs can find help through HISD, Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank. Here’s how to apply for school-meal benefits, locate a pantry and access other assistance
30+ Houston ISD schools lose automatic free lunch
Families at 33 Houston ISD campuses now have to submit individual applications for their children to receive free or reduced-price lunch during the 2026–27 school year. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares what parents should know and resources that can help.
Families at 33 Houston ISD campuses now have to submit individual applications for their children to receive free or reduced-price lunch during the 2026–27 school year. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares what parents should know and resources that can help.
Student loan defaults reach record highs: See where your state stands
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
Kaylee Hottle: Texas School for the Deaf establishes memorial scholarship
The Texas School for the Deaf has set up a memorial scholarship for one of their students, actress Kaylee Hottle, who died in a car crash in late July.
The Texas School for the Deaf has set up a memorial scholarship for one of their students, actress Kaylee Hottle, who died in a car crash in late July.
Texas releases first Education Freedom Account participation data; Houston-area districts among top recipients
Texas Education Freedom Accounts, Texas school vouchers, Education Freedom Account participation, Houston ISD vouchers, Fort Bend ISD, school choice Texas, Texas Private Schools Association, Texas AFT, Houston education news, Texas public schools
Texas Education Freedom Accounts, Texas school vouchers, Education Freedom Account participation, Houston ISD vouchers, Fort Bend ISD, school choice Texas, Texas Private Schools Association, Texas AFT, Houston education news, Texas public schools
Texas A&M sued over policy restricting teaching of race, gender
The lawsuit argues the policy is vague and unlawfully censors certain viewpoints in violation of the First Amendment.
The lawsuit argues the policy is vague and unlawfully censors certain viewpoints in violation of the First Amendment.
Fort Bend ISD closed 7 elementary schools, but what happens to the buildings now?
Seven Fort Bend ISD elementary schools will not reopen for the 2026-27 school year. The district says the campuses could be repurposed, leased, sold or demolished, while families seek specific plans, timelines and information about ongoing maintenance costs.
Seven Fort Bend ISD elementary schools will not reopen for the 2026-27 school year. The district says the campuses could be repurposed, leased, sold or demolished, while families seek specific plans, timelines and information about ongoing maintenance costs.
Poll reveals changes about Americans' attitudes towards cellphones in schools
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class.
Tuskegee University requires business suits, bans bonnets and du-rags in new dress code
Tuskegee University is implementing a new dress code requiring students to bring a business suit and dress shoes to campus while banning bonnets, du-rags and other non-religious head coverings in classrooms and cafeterias.
Tuskegee University is implementing a new dress code requiring students to bring a business suit and dress shoes to campus while banning bonnets, du-rags and other non-religious head coverings in classrooms and cafeterias.
HISD families should prepare for these back-to-school changes
HISD families should verify campus assignments, transportation information and school meal eligibility before the new school year. Here's what parents need to know about Bluebonnet Learning and other changes.
HISD families should verify campus assignments, transportation information and school meal eligibility before the new school year. Here's what parents need to know about Bluebonnet Learning and other changes.
Houston ISD changes for upcoming school year
FOX 26's Karys Belger shares the main points for Houston ISD parents to know ahead of the approaching school year.
FOX 26's Karys Belger shares the main points for Houston ISD parents to know ahead of the approaching school year.
Crowley ISD bus driver fired after leaving pre-K student on hot bus for hours
A bus driver in Crowley ISD had their employment terminated after a child was left on a bus following morning service.
A bus driver in Crowley ISD had their employment terminated after a child was left on a bus following morning service.
Fort Bend ISD parent says school closure led family to leave district ahead of new school year
A Fort Bend ISD parent says the Sugar Mill Elementary closure led her family to enroll at Aristoi Classical Academy. The district previously outlined transition support, but questions remain about enrollment and plans for the closed campus.
A Fort Bend ISD parent says the Sugar Mill Elementary closure led her family to enroll at Aristoi Classical Academy. The district previously outlined transition support, but questions remain about enrollment and plans for the closed campus.
Houston-area school districts update e-bike rules ahead of new school year
Katy ISD, Conroe ISD and Barbers Hill ISD have each announced different approaches, but district leaders say the changes are centered on student safety.
Katy ISD, Conroe ISD and Barbers Hill ISD have each announced different approaches, but district leaders say the changes are centered on student safety.
Family leaves Fort Bend ISD after school closures
As the new school year approaches, recent Fort Bend ISD school closures have parents making tough decisions about their kids' education. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares the options that many parents are deciding, including one who left the school district.
As the new school year approaches, recent Fort Bend ISD school closures have parents making tough decisions about their kids' education. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares the options that many parents are deciding, including one who left the school district.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls to close South Africa campus in 2027
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.
Oprah Winfrey's Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close its residential campus after the 2027 academic year.