Texas Senator Paul Bettencourt tells FOX 26 why he supports HISD state takeover
Texas State Senator Paul Bettencourt speaks with FOX 26's Jos? Gri?an on why he is in favor of the Texas Education Agency taking over Houston Independent School District.
Texas State Senator Paul Bettencourt speaks with FOX 26's Jos? Gri?an on why he is in favor of the Texas Education Agency taking over Houston Independent School District.
State Rep. Ron Reynolds speaks with Isiah Carey on TEA officially taking over Houston ISD
State Representative Ron Reynolds speaks with FOX 26's Isiah Carey following the official announcement from the Texas Education Agency that they will be taking over Houston Independent School District.
State Representative Ron Reynolds speaks with FOX 26's Isiah Carey following the official announcement from the Texas Education Agency that they will be taking over Houston Independent School District.
Local legislators say announcement regarding possible TEA takeover of Houston ISD expected on Wednesday
FOX 26 has learned from local legislators that an announcement regarding the possible Texas Education Agency takeover of Houston ISD is expected on Wednesday.
FOX 26 has learned from local legislators that an announcement regarding the possible Texas Education Agency takeover of Houston ISD is expected on Wednesday.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath confirms takeover of Houston ISD
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath speaks with FOX 26 about the state takeover of Houston ISD.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath speaks with FOX 26 about the state takeover of Houston ISD.
TEA Commissioner Mike Morath confirms state takeover of Houston ISD
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath talks with FOX 26 about the TEA announcement.
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath talks with FOX 26 about the TEA announcement.
Overdue library book returned 4 decades later, comes with apology letter
It appeared the book was due on April 25, 1979, according to a stamp.
It appeared the book was due on April 25, 1979, according to a stamp.
Lunchables with 'specialized recipe' headed to US school lunch programs
The two Lunchables products headed to schools – Turkey and Cheddar and Extra Cheesy Pizza – have more protein and whole grains and reduced saturated fat and sodium.
The two Lunchables products headed to schools – Turkey and Cheddar and Extra Cheesy Pizza – have more protein and whole grains and reduced saturated fat and sodium.
Houston ISD board drops legal challenge against possible TEA takeover
The Houston ISD Board of Trustees voted to end their legal challenge against a potential TEA takeover. FOX 26's Senior Legal Analyst explains what this step means.
The Houston ISD Board of Trustees voted to end their legal challenge against a potential TEA takeover. FOX 26's Senior Legal Analyst explains what this step means.
Houston Educational Support Personnel head to Austin for answers about possible TEA takeover
Houston Educational Support Personnel (HESP) met early Monday morning at the HISD Barnett Transportation Service Center to take a group of an estimated 200 to 300 people to the state capitol in Austin.
Houston Educational Support Personnel (HESP) met early Monday morning at the HISD Barnett Transportation Service Center to take a group of an estimated 200 to 300 people to the state capitol in Austin.
Houston ISD bus drivers, support staff to address lawmakers about possible takeover
Houston ISD bus drivers and other support staff are heading to Austin to speak with lawmakers about the rumored TEA takeover of HISD and what it could mean for their jobs.
Houston ISD bus drivers and other support staff are heading to Austin to speak with lawmakers about the rumored TEA takeover of HISD and what it could mean for their jobs.
NAACP Houston, city leaders march at Wheatley HS to protest TEA's possible HISD takeover
The NAACP Houston Branch held a march joined by city and state leaders at one of the most historic Houston ISD campuses to take a stand against the state's decision to possibly take over the entire district.
The NAACP Houston Branch held a march joined by city and state leaders at one of the most historic Houston ISD campuses to take a stand against the state's decision to possibly take over the entire district.
COVID-era high school grads skipping college
For many people, going to college after high school is a no-brainer, but a couple of factors are changing that belief. The cost of college is now sky-high and finishing high school during a worldwide pandemic has many young people pursuing careers that don't require a college degree. FOX's Jackie Ibanez details the growing change.
For many people, going to college after high school is a no-brainer, but a couple of factors are changing that belief. The cost of college is now sky-high and finishing high school during a worldwide pandemic has many young people pursuing careers that don't require a college degree. FOX's Jackie Ibanez details the growing change.
Community leaders continue protest TEA possible taking over Houston ISD
A march and protest was held at one of the most historic Houston Independent School District campuses. Community members and city and state leaders are taking a stand against the state's decision to take over the entire district. FOX 26's Nate Griffin was outside Wheatley High School with the protesters to speak with those fighting for HISD.
A march and protest was held at one of the most historic Houston Independent School District campuses. Community members and city and state leaders are taking a stand against the state's decision to take over the entire district. FOX 26's Nate Griffin was outside Wheatley High School with the protesters to speak with those fighting for HISD.
Houston teachers react to looming state takeover
Current and former educators tell Fox 26 what teacher and students think about TEA's proposed plans for the district.
Current and former educators tell Fox 26 what teacher and students think about TEA's proposed plans for the district.
TEA takeover of HISD is imminent, parents speak out
Chelsea Edwards talks with HISD parents about the state's imminent takeover of the Houston Independent School District.
Chelsea Edwards talks with HISD parents about the state's imminent takeover of the Houston Independent School District.
Texas State Representative Ron Reynolds says TEA takeover of Houston ISD 'imminent'
FOX 26 has an exclusive update regarding the Texas Education Agency takeover of the Houston Independent School District.
FOX 26 has an exclusive update regarding the Texas Education Agency takeover of the Houston Independent School District.
More Americans skipping college and turning to jobs that don't require degrees
Americans who came of age during the pandemic are skipping college in large numbers. Many have rejected traditional college paths, turning instead to hourly jobs or careers that don’t require a degree.
Americans who came of age during the pandemic are skipping college in large numbers. Many have rejected traditional college paths, turning instead to hourly jobs or careers that don’t require a degree.
Local Nigerian residents speak out on elections, eSports at Jack Yates HS, Yellowstone School?s new campus
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.
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.
Leaders gather to discuss looming HISD takeover with community members
Houston's leaders, community members, and students are anxiously awaiting the decision on whether TEA will step in and take over the Houston Independent School District.
Houston's leaders, community members, and students are anxiously awaiting the decision on whether TEA will step in and take over the Houston Independent School District.
Will the TEA take over Houston ISD? Parents share their thoughts
FOX 26?s Gabby Hart met with parents at Wheatley High School as concerns loom over the TEA will take over Houston ISD.
FOX 26?s Gabby Hart met with parents at Wheatley High School as concerns loom over the TEA will take over Houston ISD.