Report recommends US erase student debt for some
A new report is calling on the federal government to cancel student loan debt for Americans with an income less than $71,000.
A new report is calling on the federal government to cancel student loan debt for Americans with an income less than $71,000.
Houston ISD woman let go for taking time off
A woman says she was fired from Houston ISD after taking too many days off. She tells FOX 26's Natalie Hee she asked for time off when her husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer and later died.
A woman says she was fired from Houston ISD after taking too many days off. She tells FOX 26's Natalie Hee she asked for time off when her husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer and later died.
Houston ISD staffer says she was fired for taking time off after husband diagnosed, died of cancer
A Houston woman says she was fired from Houston Independent School District after taking too many days off to deal with her husband's terminal cancer diagnosis.
A Houston woman says she was fired from Houston Independent School District after taking too many days off to deal with her husband's terminal cancer diagnosis.
Biden admin approves $5 billion more in student loan relief: See who qualifies
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
Houston ISD staff who take more than 15 days of leave could get fired, policy says
Employees at Houston ISD say they’re confused about the district’s paid leave policy. This comes after a memo making the rounds said staff could face automatic termination if they use more than the 10 allotted days off provided.
Employees at Houston ISD say they’re confused about the district’s paid leave policy. This comes after a memo making the rounds said staff could face automatic termination if they use more than the 10 allotted days off provided.
Houston ISD accountability ratings
Houston Independent School District has released its state accountability ratings for the 2022-2023 school year showing nearly half of campuses would get a "D" or "F" rating based on the Texas Education Agency's new guidelines. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards takes a closer look at the numbers and why they aren't official yet.
Houston Independent School District has released its state accountability ratings for the 2022-2023 school year showing nearly half of campuses would get a "D" or "F" rating based on the Texas Education Agency's new guidelines. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards takes a closer look at the numbers and why they aren't official yet.
Schools turn to online therapy for students
The record number of teens struggling with mental health issues has more and more schools turning to online therapy to help, including schools within Houston ISD. FOX's Dan Springer has the story.
The record number of teens struggling with mental health issues has more and more schools turning to online therapy to help, including schools within Houston ISD. FOX's Dan Springer has the story.
HISD reveals state accountability ratings
Houston Independent School District (HISD) has disclosed its state accountability ratings for the 2022-2023 school year, outlining the performance of various campuses.
Houston Independent School District (HISD) has disclosed its state accountability ratings for the 2022-2023 school year, outlining the performance of various campuses.
Houston ISD says 41% of schools would be D, F campus according to 2022-2023 data
Houston ISD officials said analysis of 2022-2023 state accountability data shows approximately 41% of its campuses would get D or F ratings.
Houston ISD officials said analysis of 2022-2023 state accountability data shows approximately 41% of its campuses would get D or F ratings.
Schools using AI for gun detection and safety
Numerous school districts across the country, including one located just south of Houston, have implemented artificial intelligence (AI) technology to identify guns and mitigate the risk of school shootings.
Numerous school districts across the country, including one located just south of Houston, have implemented artificial intelligence (AI) technology to identify guns and mitigate the risk of school shootings.
School districts turning to AI for protection
School districts nationwide are now looking for new ways to protect their staff and students. FOX's Bowen Kedrowicz is in New Orleans to show us how districts are turning to artificial intelligence.
School districts nationwide are now looking for new ways to protect their staff and students. FOX's Bowen Kedrowicz is in New Orleans to show us how districts are turning to artificial intelligence.
Houston ISD announced updated school choice application timeline
Houston ISD has shared new dates for families looking to participate in the school choice process for the 2024-25 school year.
Houston ISD has shared new dates for families looking to participate in the school choice process for the 2024-25 school year.
Houston ISD on school choice process
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles and Chief Academic Officer Kristen Hole held a press conference to announce the updated timeline for the School Choice Enrollment and Application Process for the 2024-2025 school year.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles and Chief Academic Officer Kristen Hole held a press conference to announce the updated timeline for the School Choice Enrollment and Application Process for the 2024-2025 school year.
Whataburger scholarship application now open for 2024-2025 academic year
The Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship will award $5,000 scholarships to 120 students for the 2024-2025 academic year.
The Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship will award $5,000 scholarships to 120 students for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Music As Medicine: Teens to put on show this weekend to help kids in need
Some Houston high school students with a passion for playing instruments are sharing the special art with elementary and middle school students in the area.
Some Houston high school students with a passion for playing instruments are sharing the special art with elementary and middle school students in the area.
Superintendent Mike Miles addresses critics, highlights HISD's positive progress
HISD hosted a meeting with central office staff and school administrators to reflect on progress made during the 2023 fall semester. Those opposed also spoke against the state takeover strategies in Austin Wednesday.
HISD hosted a meeting with central office staff and school administrators to reflect on progress made during the 2023 fall semester. Those opposed also spoke against the state takeover strategies in Austin Wednesday.
HISD could soon become District of Innovation
An update from Houston ISD's Superintendent has been given on the progress being made during the state takeover. Mike Miles kicked off a series of meetings on Wednesday night just a day after his Advisory Committee voted in favor of turning HISD into a District of Innovation. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains what it all means and how it could impact students.
An update from Houston ISD's Superintendent has been given on the progress being made during the state takeover. Mike Miles kicked off a series of meetings on Wednesday night just a day after his Advisory Committee voted in favor of turning HISD into a District of Innovation. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains what it all means and how it could impact students.
3 Yates HS students recover after stabbing
Three Yates High School students who were stabbed near campus are in stable condition and improving, according to HISD officials. FOX 26's Natalie Hee is in Third Ward with new details.
Three Yates High School students who were stabbed near campus are in stable condition and improving, according to HISD officials. FOX 26's Natalie Hee is in Third Ward with new details.
Houston ISD another step closer to becoming District of Innovation
The Houston Independent School District will vote next month on whether to approve a plan that was approved Tuesday night by the HISD Advisory Committee.
The Houston Independent School District will vote next month on whether to approve a plan that was approved Tuesday night by the HISD Advisory Committee.
North Shore HS student Making the Grade
She's a star both on and off the court and has dreams of becoming a brain surgeon. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Simran Williams is making the grade at North Shore High School.
She's a star both on and off the court and has dreams of becoming a brain surgeon. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Simran Williams is making the grade at North Shore High School.