American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal

A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.

2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates

Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.

Landon Sims 'Making the Grade' at Northbrook High School
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Football star Landon Sims is succeeding on the football field and in the classroom at Northbrook High School. Nate Griffin stopped by to get to know more about the graduating senior.

Dallas, Houston, and Austin rank among best U.S. cities for college graduates, study says

A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.

Texas Tech student sues to block punishment over Charlie Kirk comments

A Texas Tech law student is suing the school in an attempt to prevent her from being punished for comments she made after Charlie Kirk's assassination. 

Texas Tech to drop courses 'centered on' sex, gender studies

Texas Tech university has been given two months to close courses the focus on sex and gender studies, expanding on new policies that redefined how and when those issues can be discussed. 

Making the Grade at St. Pius X High School with Jillian Shutter
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Jillian Shutter is an All-American cheerleader at St. Pius X High School and an all-star student! Nate Griffin has more on how she is Making the Grade!

Texas education board gives initial approval to Bible-infused curriculum updates

The Texas Board of Education has given their initial approval for updates to the public school curriculum, which includes teachings from and about the Christian Bible. 

'Institution of dead dogmas': Texas A&M professor resigns over trans, race-related policy

The philosophy professor at the center of January's controversy at Texas A&M University over writings by Plato being removed from coursework has turned in his resignation. 

HISD board to consider reduction in force agenda items after vote to close 12 schools

Houston ISD is preparing to consider reduction in force agenda items after approving the closure of 12 elementary schools. District leaders say the move is standard procedure, while the Houston Federation of Teachers says educators are anxious about what comes next.

Judge blocks Trump-era push for college admissions race data collection

A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked a Trump administration effort requiring colleges to submit detailed admissions data aimed at proving they are not considering race.

List: Bible stories proposed in Texas as required reading in public schools

The Texas school board is considering a list of reading materials for elementary and middle schools that includes some passages and stories from the Bible.