Disability Rights Texas outlines next steps after judge orders Klein ISD to allow monitoring access
Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) says it plans to enter Klein ISD schools and speak with students and staff after a federal judge ruled the district violated federal law by restricting the organization’s monitoring access.
Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) says it plans to enter Klein ISD schools and speak with students and staff after a federal judge ruled the district violated federal law by restricting the organization’s monitoring access.
Next steps for Texas disability group to monitor Klein ISD schools
Following a judge ruling Klein ISD illegally restricted monitoring access for Disability Rights Texas, an attorney for the group shared with FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour what their monitoring will look like at the schools.
Following a judge ruling Klein ISD illegally restricted monitoring access for Disability Rights Texas, an attorney for the group shared with FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour what their monitoring will look like at the schools.
Students sue Missouri, claiming decades of unequal funding at HBCU
A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution.
A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution.
Trump administration proposes $70K fee to allow international students to work in US, reduce fraud
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposed a $70,000 fee Wednesday for international students who want to work in the United States, a plan it says should "make it easier for American citizens to compete in the job market."
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposed a $70,000 fee Wednesday for international students who want to work in the United States, a plan it says should "make it easier for American citizens to compete in the job market."
Trump administration announces $174 million investment in HBCUs
The U.S. Department of Education announced more than $174 million in one-time additional funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The U.S. Department of Education announced more than $174 million in one-time additional funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Texas schools banned more than 8,000 books, report says
Texas public schools banned 8,193 books during the 2025-26 school year, more than twice as many as any other state, according to PEN America.
Texas public schools banned 8,193 books during the 2025-26 school year, more than twice as many as any other state, according to PEN America.
FBISD approves new middle school boundaries affecting 694 students
Fort Bend ISD’s approved 2027–28 middle school boundary changes will reassign 694 students. See projected utilization changes at Baines, Coleman, Sugar Land, Garcia and other campuses, along with concerns raised by families and the district’s response.
Fort Bend ISD’s approved 2027–28 middle school boundary changes will reassign 694 students. See projected utilization changes at Baines, Coleman, Sugar Land, Garcia and other campuses, along with concerns raised by families and the district’s response.
TSU Science Building reopens amid mold concerns
Texas Southern University has reopened its science building after mold issues, but students voice ongoing concerns about air quality and health risks. FOX 26's Sakura Gray has the latest.
Texas Southern University has reopened its science building after mold issues, but students voice ongoing concerns about air quality and health risks. FOX 26's Sakura Gray has the latest.
New Longview ISD Esports arena to train students for tech and media careers
Longview ISD has announced the opening of a new e-sports arena designed to give students experience in competitive gaming, digital media and live event production.
Longview ISD has announced the opening of a new e-sports arena designed to give students experience in competitive gaming, digital media and live event production.
Federal appeals court weighs future of Texas campus speech restrictions
A panel of 5th Circuit judges on Tuesday questioned the scope of a district court’s injunction blocking Texas’ campus speech restrictions, raising concerns that the order does not clearly identify which university policies officials can enforce.
A panel of 5th Circuit judges on Tuesday questioned the scope of a district court’s injunction blocking Texas’ campus speech restrictions, raising concerns that the order does not clearly identify which university policies officials can enforce.
Student loan borrowers have more time to cut their interest rate
Student loan borrowers currently making payments have a little more time to temporarily cut their interest rates. The federal government extended the deadline for them to shave a full percentage point off their interest rate by making their payments automatically.
Student loan borrowers currently making payments have a little more time to temporarily cut their interest rates. The federal government extended the deadline for them to shave a full percentage point off their interest rate by making their payments automatically.
Texas comptroller selects 4 school districts for spending review
Four Texas school districts have been selected for a detailed review aimed at determining whether taxpayer funds are being spent responsibly.
Four Texas school districts have been selected for a detailed review aimed at determining whether taxpayer funds are being spent responsibly.
Surprise homecoming proposal during 'Making the Grade' at Pearland HS!
Pearland High School senior and football player Taylan Alviza is staying on top of his academics while leaving his mark on the football field. But, he took a moment during this 'Making the Grade' story to ask a question!
Pearland High School senior and football player Taylan Alviza is staying on top of his academics while leaving his mark on the football field. But, he took a moment during this 'Making the Grade' story to ask a question!
Rice University launching AI master's program
Houston's Rice University is adding onto it's AI bachelor's degree with a new master's program. FOX 26's Sakura Gray explains the program and how it's different from AI certification.
Houston's Rice University is adding onto it's AI bachelor's degree with a new master's program. FOX 26's Sakura Gray explains the program and how it's different from AI certification.
These states have the highest average payments for student loans, new report finds
WalletHub ranked all 50 states by which paid the most and the least on average toward student loan debt.
WalletHub ranked all 50 states by which paid the most and the least on average toward student loan debt.
Bellaire vs. Lamar football game canceled over staph infection cases
Under UIL guidelines, the canceled game will be officially recorded as a win for Lamar High School.
Under UIL guidelines, the canceled game will be officially recorded as a win for Lamar High School.
Houston ISD game canceled due to team's staph infections
Lamar High's homecoming game has been cancelled after opposing players tested positive for staph infection. A disease expert tells FOX 26's Sakura Gray that infections are common among athletes. Gray also spoke to Lamar High seniors who were bummed about missing out on a major moment.
Lamar High's homecoming game has been cancelled after opposing players tested positive for staph infection. A disease expert tells FOX 26's Sakura Gray that infections are common among athletes. Gray also spoke to Lamar High seniors who were bummed about missing out on a major moment.
Texas Comptroller forecasts steady rise in property values
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is forecasting a steady rise in property values over the next couple of years, based on preliminary estimates released Wednesday.
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is forecasting a steady rise in property values over the next couple of years, based on preliminary estimates released Wednesday.
Houston ISD teachers facing sudden mid-semester layoffs amid 'campus leveling' budget cuts
Houston Independent School District teachers are facing sudden job losses and budget adjustments as the district undergoes its annual "campus leveling" process, leaving displaced educators scrambling for their next career moves before their pay ends Oct. 2.
Houston Independent School District teachers are facing sudden job losses and budget adjustments as the district undergoes its annual "campus leveling" process, leaving displaced educators scrambling for their next career moves before their pay ends Oct. 2.
Texas AG opens probe into American Bar Association's accreditation practices
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.