Texas lawmakers threaten funding to public universities over DEI rules

State senators are threatening to withhold funding increases to public colleges and universities that cannot prove they are in compliance with the state's ban on DEI practices.

Houston ISD considers closing schools in 2026-27 academic year
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District officials say there are 30,000 less students now than there were a decade ago, which is expected to affect state funding.

Greenville ISD middle school students tattooed each other using same needle in class, parents say

An investigation is underway to figure out how students at a North Texas middle school gave each other tattoos using temporary ink inside a classroom using the same needle. The district says it suspended multiple teachers over the ordeal.

Aldine ISD to close six campuses before 2025-2026 school year
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The 3,000 students who are affected by the campus closures will be relocated to other schools for the upcoming academic year.

Austin, TX: Hundreds protest in support of public school funding
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About 1,100 people marched to the state capitol Saturday to urge lawmakers to increase funding for public schools. Ralliers also slammed Governor Abbott?s school choice voucher plan as it advances in the legislature.

Former New Caney ISD teacher, coach sentenced for improper relationship with a student

A former New Caney ISD teacher and coach was sentenced on Tuesday to four years in prison after being convicted of an improper relationship between a student and a teacher, according to the 359th District Court in Montgomery County.

'Starting with a strong foundation': Texas teachers teaming up to build better educators

Some Texas teachers are teaming up this weekend to talk about the best way to reach the next generation. Their goal is to successfully educate and prepare students for a brighter future.

Texas teachers teaming up to build better educators
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Hundreds of the state's best and brightest are gathering in Galveston through the weekend to talk about the best ways to reach the next generation.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

Top Houston-area schools ranked by Children at Risk

Children at Risk has revealed the top Houston-area elementary, middle and high schools for the 2023-2024 school year.

FULL: Children at Risk announces top Houston schools
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Children at Risk announces the Houston region?s Top 5 high, middle, and elementary schools, along with the Top Gold Ribbon Schools based on an analysis of 2023-2024 data.

How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card

New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.

Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.