Houston ISD budget: Congresswoman calls for audit of pandemic-era federal funds

U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia is calling on the U.S. Department of Education to audit funding that the Houston Independent School District received from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Student loan forgiveness: Key deadline for one-time adjustment extended

A student loan forgiveness-related deadline has been extended by the Biden administration related to loan consolidation. Here’s what to know.

Best places to live after college graduation, according to Stacker

With many college graduates still wondering what post-grad life looks like for them, Stacker has compiled a list of which cities are best suited for recent grads.

HISD superintendent investigation wanted by many
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Is the state planning to investigate claims of Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles funneling Texas tax dollars to charter schools he founded in Colorado? FOX 26's Damali Keith has more on what Miles is saying about the incident.

Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles funneling money to Colorado charter schools accusations addressed

According Reporter Brett Shipp, Miles started three Third Future Schools in Colorado after leaving Dallas ISD in 2015, and then the charter network expanded to Texas with more schools starting in 2020.

Humble ISD places superintendent on leave, names acting replacement

Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Fagen has been put on administrative leave, effective May 14, 2024, following a 4-2 vote with one abstention.

HISD superintendent accused of funneling money
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Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles is accused of funneling money from Texas charter schools to Colorado charter schools he started. He's the subject of an investigative report that looks into the charter's finances. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke with local leaders for their reactions.

Best and worst cities to start a career revealed

According to the data by WalletHub, recent grads may not want to start their career in New York City.

Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech prompts Duke students to walk out

Multiple graduates walked out of the commencement ceremony because of the comedian’s stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.

Highest-paying jobs right out of school revealed

A new analysis has revealed the highest-paying jobs right out of school, with several engineering roles making the list.

Houston ISD hiring fairs: 479 jobs offered for campus positions

Houston ISD offers 479 campus positions for the 2024-2025 school year to candidates who attended their recent hiring fairs for various roles.

Houston Teacher Appreciation Week food deals: Whataburger, McDonald's, more

2024 Teacher Appreciation Week deals at Houston area restaurants like The Halal Guys, McDonald's, Comfort Foodies, Insomnia Cookies and more.

Making the Grade at Booker T. Washington HS
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He ranks fourth in his class and is the All Greater Houston Boys Basketball Player of the Year. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Chris McDermott is making the grade at Booker T. Washington High School.