Lowe's Foundation invests $50M to address 'critical' tradespeople worker shortage
The construction industry will need an estimated 546,000 more workers "on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2023 to meet the demand for labor," analysts say.
The construction industry will need an estimated 546,000 more workers "on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2023 to meet the demand for labor," analysts say.
Leaders rally against possible Houston ISD takeover
Local and state leaders spent the day protesting and rallying in Houston in an effort to stop the state from taking over Houston Independent School District. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports on the "Save HISD? rally held outside at Discovery Green.
Local and state leaders spent the day protesting and rallying in Houston in an effort to stop the state from taking over Houston Independent School District. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports on the "Save HISD? rally held outside at Discovery Green.
Houston mayor, local leaders continue protesting TEA takeover of Houston ISD
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and other local leaders held protests and rallies to stop a possible state takeover love Houston ISD.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and other local leaders held protests and rallies to stop a possible state takeover love Houston ISD.
HISD Superintendent delivers State of Schools Address amid rumors of state takeover
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Millard House gave his address in his second state of the school's address amid rumors of a state takeover.
Houston Independent School District Superintendent Millard House gave his address in his second state of the school's address amid rumors of a state takeover.
Education industry at highest risk for layoffs over next 6 months: survey
A recent survey reveals that the education sector was the most susceptible to layoffs in 2023 if there's a recession.
A recent survey reveals that the education sector was the most susceptible to layoffs in 2023 if there's a recession.
The politics behind a potential TEA takeover of Houston ISD
Is the potential Houston ISD state takeover about students or political power? Mark Jones, professor at Rice University, talks about this and how it all started.
Is the potential Houston ISD state takeover about students or political power? Mark Jones, professor at Rice University, talks about this and how it all started.
Mayor Turner discusses possible TEA takeover of Houston ISD (2023)
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner discusses the latest updates on a possible TEA takeover of Houston ISD and his concerns.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner discusses the latest updates on a possible TEA takeover of Houston ISD and his concerns.
Why Houston ISD is nearing state takeover
As area leaders speak out against the state taking over Houston ISD, we're hearing from the legislator who wrote the law, making way for a takeover to happen. FOX 26's Damali Keith joins us after speaking with State Representative Harold Dutton.
As area leaders speak out against the state taking over Houston ISD, we're hearing from the legislator who wrote the law, making way for a takeover to happen. FOX 26's Damali Keith joins us after speaking with State Representative Harold Dutton.
Rep. Harold Dutton, who wrote the takeover bill, speaks on state taking control of HISD
"I know how David felt going up against Goliath," says State Rep Harold Dutton. The state representative who wrote the takeover bill discusses the state taking control over HISD.
"I know how David felt going up against Goliath," says State Rep Harold Dutton. The state representative who wrote the takeover bill discusses the state taking control over HISD.
HISD Superintendent addresses state plans to take over school district
Houston ISD Superintendent and Mayor continue to address rumors of the state's plan to take over the school district.
Houston ISD Superintendent and Mayor continue to address rumors of the state's plan to take over the school district.
Houston ISD parents, teachers nervous about possible TEA takeover
Thousands of parents, teachers and staff with Houston Independent School District are nervous tonight knowing the district could be under new leadership as early as next week.
Thousands of parents, teachers and staff with Houston Independent School District are nervous tonight knowing the district could be under new leadership as early as next week.
Houston mayor says TEA takeover of Houston ISD could occur in the next week
Outrage from Houston City Hall as Mayor Sylvester Turner says he’s told the state will takeover the Houston Independent School District as early as five days from now.
Outrage from Houston City Hall as Mayor Sylvester Turner says he’s told the state will takeover the Houston Independent School District as early as five days from now.
Houston Mayor: State takeover of HISD coming
There was outrage from Houston City Hall as Mayor Sylvester Turner says he's told the state will take over the Houston Independent School District as early as next week. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports more on what this will mean and residents' reactions.
There was outrage from Houston City Hall as Mayor Sylvester Turner says he's told the state will take over the Houston Independent School District as early as next week. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports more on what this will mean and residents' reactions.
Experts warn Crosby ISD's 4-day school week will reap academic damage
In Crosby, the deal is done. The regular school week sliced back in the fall from five days to four days, with each slightly extended by 25 minutes. While many in the district of 6,000-plus students support the move, others expressed concern.
In Crosby, the deal is done. The regular school week sliced back in the fall from five days to four days, with each slightly extended by 25 minutes. While many in the district of 6,000-plus students support the move, others expressed concern.
Texas education commissioner discusses changes to STAAR test, ways to prep new teachers
TEA Commissioner Mike Morath answered questions from lawmakers to address a series of issues, including teacher shortages, the STAAR test and the impact that school vouchers could have on education in the state.
TEA Commissioner Mike Morath answered questions from lawmakers to address a series of issues, including teacher shortages, the STAAR test and the impact that school vouchers could have on education in the state.
Supreme Court hears arguments about Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
The Biden administration says 26 million people have applied and 16 million have been approved to have up to $20,000 in federal student loans forgiven.
The Biden administration says 26 million people have applied and 16 million have been approved to have up to $20,000 in federal student loans forgiven.
Houston Rodeo: Checking out the Livestock Show?s Birthing Center
There?s more to the Houston Rodeo than the competitions, good food, and concerts. There are also educational opportunities. Our Nate Griffin explains.
There?s more to the Houston Rodeo than the competitions, good food, and concerts. There are also educational opportunities. Our Nate Griffin explains.
Crosby ISD School Board votes to move to 4-day school weeks
The Crosby Independent School District School Board has voted to move to 4-day school weeks.
The Crosby Independent School District School Board has voted to move to 4-day school weeks.
Study: Reading at least 1 book a day to your child could improve language development
Reading just one book a day can help your child with language development.
Reading just one book a day can help your child with language development.
American teens' mental health crisis: What's driving this?
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.