Should Texas teachers be paid more? State Task Force says yes
After a year-long review, members say teachers need raises and better working conditions to fix the ongoing shortages. FOX 26?s Shelby Rose has the full story.
After a year-long review, members say teachers need raises and better working conditions to fix the ongoing shortages. FOX 26?s Shelby Rose has the full story.
Student loan forgiveness plan to go before Supreme Court: The arguments explained
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments over Biden’s student debt relief plan, which impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments over Biden’s student debt relief plan, which impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
Texas: The Issue Is: Governor Greg Abbott responds to criticism of school voucher program
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says Texas public schools will not lose funding if education savings accounts are established in the state. He answered questions about how he thinks the plan should work and why he thinks it is the best direction for the state.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says Texas public schools will not lose funding if education savings accounts are established in the state. He answered questions about how he thinks the plan should work and why he thinks it is the best direction for the state.
White student sues Howard University for $2 million over racial discrimination
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
Wolfies Swim School to open second location in Spring Branch
A premier swim school in the Houston area offering a variety of small group, private, Baby & Me, and Stroke classes as well as at-home lessons for residents, will be opening up a second location just in time for Summer!
A premier swim school in the Houston area offering a variety of small group, private, Baby & Me, and Stroke classes as well as at-home lessons for residents, will be opening up a second location just in time for Summer!
University Texas System puts pause on new diversity policies
The University of Texas System is putting a pause on new diversity policies at all thirteen of its campuses. The policies and bill are in line with Governor Greg Abbott's memo to state agencies telling them to stop considering diversity when hiring. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards reports more on the pause and responses from state leaders.
The University of Texas System is putting a pause on new diversity policies at all thirteen of its campuses. The policies and bill are in line with Governor Greg Abbott's memo to state agencies telling them to stop considering diversity when hiring. FOX 26's Chelsea Edwards reports more on the pause and responses from state leaders.
Bogus nursing school issued 8,000 fake degrees, feds say
According to court documents, the schools issued nearly 8,000 fake nursing degrees to customers who paid around $17,000. Some people who say they took classes are losing their degrees.
According to court documents, the schools issued nearly 8,000 fake nursing degrees to customers who paid around $17,000. Some people who say they took classes are losing their degrees.
Northbrook High School senior is Making the Grade
A Northbrook High School senior is a powerhouse on the tennis team and in her academics, ranking Top 3 in her class.
A Northbrook High School senior is a powerhouse on the tennis team and in her academics, ranking Top 3 in her class.
Corporate scholarship aims to train next generation of skilled trades workers at Lone Star College
While unemployment remains at a 50-year low, more than half of employers who need skilled workers can't find enough. They can cross their fingers and hope it gets better, or help train the people they need.
While unemployment remains at a 50-year low, more than half of employers who need skilled workers can't find enough. They can cross their fingers and hope it gets better, or help train the people they need.
Corporate scholarship aims to train next generation of skilled trades workers at Lone Star College
If you've heard about the growing shortage of 'skilled trade' workers, Lone Star College is among those trying to bridge the gap with a scholarship program funded by a company that depends on that expertise.
If you've heard about the growing shortage of 'skilled trade' workers, Lone Star College is among those trying to bridge the gap with a scholarship program funded by a company that depends on that expertise.
200 Harris County veterans, young adults can get free training for tech jobs
Harris County Commissioners approved funding for a program called NPower for two years. It provides free IT and tech training for veterans and young adults from underserved communities.
Harris County Commissioners approved funding for a program called NPower for two years. It provides free IT and tech training for veterans and young adults from underserved communities.
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier to serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier will serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University following the early departure of Dr. Ruth Simmons.
Dr. Michael L. McFrazier will serve as acting president at Prairie View A&M University following the early departure of Dr. Ruth Simmons.
FOX 26 Meteorologist Lena Maria visits Bonner Elementary's 5th grade class
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 Meteorologist Lena Maria visits Bonner Elementary's 5th grade class
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
FOX 26 weather was joined by the entire 5th-grade class at Bonner Elementary, yes all 94 of them, and they helped me with the forecast this weekend.
Supporters of school choice say state funding should 'follow the child'
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to make a big push for "school choice" which would allow parents to opt for a private school or home school.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to make a big push for "school choice" which would allow parents to opt for a private school or home school.
HISD support personnel questions job security in the event of state takeover
As Houston ISD waits to learn if there will be a state takeover, some workers in the district are trying to find out if they are in jeopardy of losing their jobs in a state takeover.
As Houston ISD waits to learn if there will be a state takeover, some workers in the district are trying to find out if they are in jeopardy of losing their jobs in a state takeover.
Governor Abbott expected to discuss school choice in State of State address
Texas Governor Greg Abbott will deliver his State of the State Address during which he's expected to make a big push for "school choice" also known as "vouchers". The measure has drawn substantial public support, especially in Texas's urban areas. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke with several parents who welcome the Governor's initiative.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott will deliver his State of the State Address during which he's expected to make a big push for "school choice" also known as "vouchers". The measure has drawn substantial public support, especially in Texas's urban areas. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke with several parents who welcome the Governor's initiative.
HISD workers wonder what state takeover would mean for their jobs
As Houston ISD waits to learn if there will be a state takeover, some workers in the district including HISD bus drivers, are trying to find out what the change would mean for their jobs. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports some answers and speaks with support personnel.
As Houston ISD waits to learn if there will be a state takeover, some workers in the district including HISD bus drivers, are trying to find out what the change would mean for their jobs. FOX 26's Damali Keith reports some answers and speaks with support personnel.
Leaked audio of high-ranked state official says vouchers would cut public school funding
The Texas Education Agency official is recorded asking a parent to connect with Governor Greg Abbott's speechwriter to help push for school choice.
The Texas Education Agency official is recorded asking a parent to connect with Governor Greg Abbott's speechwriter to help push for school choice.
High-ranking TEA official admits public school funds could drop with voucher-like programs
“School districts, what they have to do if they lose a student, [is] be smart about how they allocate their resources and maybe that’s one less fourth grade teacher,” Steve Lecholop, a TEA deputy commissioner, said in a call with a parent that was secretly recorded.
“School districts, what they have to do if they lose a student, [is] be smart about how they allocate their resources and maybe that’s one less fourth grade teacher,” Steve Lecholop, a TEA deputy commissioner, said in a call with a parent that was secretly recorded.