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FOX 26 is partnering with the Defender Network, which has been delivering news and information to the Black community in our area for more than 90 years.
Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers
Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.
Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.
HISD votes against chaplains as counselors
Houston ISD voted against hiring chaplains as counselors.
Houston ISD voted against hiring chaplains as counselors.
Houston ISD parents react to no heat in classrooms
There wasn't a "warm" welcome back to school for some Houston ISD students as several schools didn't have heat. FOX 26's Natalie Hee spoke with parents of the affected schools to hear their concerns.
There wasn't a "warm" welcome back to school for some Houston ISD students as several schools didn't have heat. FOX 26's Natalie Hee spoke with parents of the affected schools to hear their concerns.
LEAK: HISD Superintendent Miles on closing schools
A source sent FOX 26 leaked audio of Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles saying he regretted closing schools after city officials suggested Houstonians stay off the roads due to dangerous icy conditions.
A source sent FOX 26 leaked audio of Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles saying he regretted closing schools after city officials suggested Houstonians stay off the roads due to dangerous icy conditions.
HISD Superintendent on schools closing for freeze
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles answers questions about the weather and school operations after some campus heating issues. According to Miles, he will take more time when considering closing campuses.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles answers questions about the weather and school operations after some campus heating issues. According to Miles, he will take more time when considering closing campuses.
HISD Superintendent allegedly 'regrets' closing schools
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles reportedly regrets closing schools and classes for students ahead of the Arctic Blast freeze. Houston city leaders urged people to stay off the roads due to icy conditions.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles reportedly regrets closing schools and classes for students ahead of the Arctic Blast freeze. Houston city leaders urged people to stay off the roads due to icy conditions.
Some Houston ISD schools impacted by heating issues following arctic blast
Some Houston ISD schools have been impacted by heating issues and burst pipes Wednesday as students returned to class following a day off due to the arctic blast.
Some Houston ISD schools have been impacted by heating issues and burst pipes Wednesday as students returned to class following a day off due to the arctic blast.
Sonic is honoring teachers with free food and drinks this week
According to the fast-food giant, educators can enjoy the special offer each day from Jan. 16-19.
According to the fast-food giant, educators can enjoy the special offer each day from Jan. 16-19.
Houston school closures today: Weather cancellations, delays due to Texas Arctic Blast
A number of schools across the Houston-area are expected to be closed on Tuesday, January 16, due to impacts from Arctic Blast across Texas.
A number of schools across the Houston-area are expected to be closed on Tuesday, January 16, due to impacts from Arctic Blast across Texas.
Ivy League tax-exemption status investigation
The House Ways and Means Committee is investigating several Ivy League schools accused of allowing anti-semitism on campus. FOX's Alexis McAdams has the story.
The House Ways and Means Committee is investigating several Ivy League schools accused of allowing anti-semitism on campus. FOX's Alexis McAdams has the story.
Houston ISD facing pay discrimination lawsuit
The Houston ISD is being taken to court after the district was accused of pay discrimination against certain women. FOX 26's Damali Keith takes a closer look at the lawsuit.
The Houston ISD is being taken to court after the district was accused of pay discrimination against certain women. FOX 26's Damali Keith takes a closer look at the lawsuit.
Houston ISD accused of paying women lower wages than men: lawsuit
The Houston Independent School District is being taken to court after they were accused of discriminating against certain women by paying them less.
The Houston Independent School District is being taken to court after they were accused of discriminating against certain women by paying them less.
Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
C.E. King students Making the Grade
Twin sisters Brooklyn and Kennedi Alexander excel on the basketball court and in the classroom. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how they are Making the Grade at C.E. King High School.
Twin sisters Brooklyn and Kennedi Alexander excel on the basketball court and in the classroom. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how they are Making the Grade at C.E. King High School.
Many college grads struggle to land jobs due to a lack of preparedness, study finds
Recent college graduates are failing at job interviews, according to a new study.
Recent college graduates are failing at job interviews, according to a new study.
Houston mother looking for stable housing, income arrested after daughter kicked out of school
Dionna Johnson told FOX 26 she submitted paperwork to let her daughter's school know about their struggles with finding stable housing. The 9-year-old was removed from school days after she was enrolled, and her mother was arrested after a disagreement with the principal.
Dionna Johnson told FOX 26 she submitted paperwork to let her daughter's school know about their struggles with finding stable housing. The 9-year-old was removed from school days after she was enrolled, and her mother was arrested after a disagreement with the principal.
CFP unveils new learning lab at elementary school
The College Football Playoff championship is tackling big issues such as unveiling a brand-new art learning lab at Highland Heights Elementary School. FOX 26's Jade Flury reports more on the event.
The College Football Playoff championship is tackling big issues such as unveiling a brand-new art learning lab at Highland Heights Elementary School. FOX 26's Jade Flury reports more on the event.
Claudine Gay to continue as Harvard faculty member, likely to keep $900K salary
Harvard President Claudine Gay will likely earn nearly $900,000 a year and will continue on as a faculty member at the prestigious Massachusetts' university.
Harvard President Claudine Gay will likely earn nearly $900,000 a year and will continue on as a faculty member at the prestigious Massachusetts' university.
FAFSA: What to know about changes to this year's application for student aid
A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.
A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.