Houston ISD votes for more guns, ammo and equipment for school officers
More than 200 guns, ammunition and equipment will be provided to HISD police officers immediately after the board voted Thursday.
Houston ISD board votes to equip officers with additional weapons
The Houston ISD Board voted for equipping their HISD officers with additional weapons and equipment, including guns, shields, and ammo.
FOX in Focus: How Montgomery Co. school districts are keeping children safe for 2022-2023 school year
Thursday was the first day back for students at Crosby, Dayton, Galena Park, Magnolia and Montgomery school districts. FOX 26's Denise Middleton walks us through some new security measures in place in Montgomery County.
How can the teacher shortage be solved?
Teachers everywhere have been reaching a breaking point. With few resources and money, they are leaving classrooms in droves. So what can be done to bring those teachers back?
Health officials caution parents about monkeypox as kids head back to school
As many kids head back to school, local health officials are issuing warnings about monkeypox. As of Tuesday, 9,492 cases have been confirmed across the US, 748 of those in Texas.
Houston ISD student saves teacher who had a heart attack in the classroom
A student returns the favor for a coach & teacher who has been there for him over the years. Now both say the other "saved my life".
Houston ISD student saves teacher who had a heart attack in the classroom
A Houston ISD educator, whose heart stopped at school is now thanking the student who saved his life.
How are parents feeling overall to send their children back to school?
Safety is a top priority for parents as they send their children back to school. In our series: FOX in Focus, we’ll take a look at how they’re dealing with their fears.
Houston ISD addresses teacher shortage, safety concerns as students head back into the classroom
Students are preparing to head back to the classrooms but there's a teacher shortage and safety concerns looming over the Houston Independent School District.
Houston ISD addresses teacher shortage, back-to-school safety plans
Students are preparing to head back to the classrooms but there's a teacher shortage and safety concerns looming over the Houston Independent School District. The superintendent held a press conference Wednesday hoping to put minds at ease,
Chipotle offering $1M worth of free burritos to teachers
You can nominate your favorite teacher for the prize between now and Aug. 12 by visiting Chipotle’s social media pages.
Uvalde schools to get more law enforcement officers on campus
Texas Department of Public Safety will be providing more than 30 troopers for Uvalde CISD's eight campuses.
Many parents say safety is main concern as kids prepare to go back to school
One of Harris County’s top emergency leaders shares what’s being done to protect children this upcoming school year in light of the Uvalde school massacre.
Texans take advantage of tax free weekend amid rising inflation
Families are taking advantage of tax-free weekend as they begin to cross off that school supply list, but things are looking more expensive this year because of rising inflation.
HISD Superintendent says school police 'not prepared' for active shooter
The Uvalde school shooting is fresh on the minds of many as the new school year is now just days away. A number of parents and students say they have several safety concerns, particularly after hearing the HISD superintendent say, “If there was an active shooter in HISD our police department is not prepared.”
Secrets to maximizing college aid on the FAFSA form
Tips to help increase potential financial aid for college.
Houston ISD superintendent says police department ‘not prepared’ of active shooter situation
A number of parents and students say they have several safety concerns, particularly after hearing the Houston ISD school superintendent say “if there was an active shooter in HISD our police department is not prepared.”
Houston ISD superintendent says police department ‘not prepared’ of active shooter situation
A number of parents and students say they have several safety concerns, particularly after hearing the Houston ISD school superintendent say “if there was an active shooter in HISD our police department is not prepared.”
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.