Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Houston ISD Superintendent's 5-year contract released following Board of Managers approval on Thursday
We're learning more information regarding a 5-year contract that was approved for Superintendent Mike Miles by the Houston Independent School District Board of Managers on Thursday night.
Houston ISD Board of Managers approve 5-year contract for Superintendent Mike Miles
The Houston Independent School District Board of Managers have approved a five-year contract for current Superintendent Mike Miles.
China’s rare earth minerals included in new trade deal, Trump says
Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.
Texas releases 2025 STAAR end-of-course results, shows mixed progress
The Texas Education Agency released the 2025 STAAR EOC results, revealing a mixed picture of high school student performance across core subjects. While Algebra I and Biology scores improved, English I, English II, and U.S. History saw declines. Commissioner Mike Morath emphasized ongoing efforts to enhance academic achievement. A legislative proposal to modify the testing system did not progress, maintaining the current STAAR format.
Maine grandmother graduates college at 88 years old
An 88-year-old grandmother in Maine showed the world it’s never too late to achieve your dreams.
Texas THC ban, school funding bills have legislators split | Texas: The Issue Is
As Gov. Greg Abbott signs bills passed by the Texas legislature, members from both parties talked about the session's big wins and losses.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s latest ban on Harvard’s international students
A federal judge late Thursday temporarily blocked a proclamation by President Donald Trump that banned foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard University.
Texas court sides with DOJ, prohibits in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, speaking on behalf of the DOJ, believes the Texas Dream Act treats some U.S. residents like “second-class citizens."
HISD teacher recommended for termination after locking special needs students in cabinet
An investigation alleges that a Houston elementary school teacher locked several special needs students in a cabinet.
Gov. Abbott signs bill to provide $8.5B for Texas public schools
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2 on Wednesday. The bill provides $8.5 billion in funding for public schools.
Bill to replace Texas STAAR test fails
Texas lawmakers failed to come to an agreement on a bill that would have replaced the STAAR test in the state.
TEA extends Houston ISD takeover until June 2027, agency states
The Texas Education Agency will continue their intervention at Houston Independent School District for another two years until June 2027.
Texas sends $8.5 billion school funding bill to Gov. Abbott: Here's what's in it
The funding plan looks to provide much-needed dollars to a public school system that has struggled under previous funding formulas.
Texas bill banning phones in schools sent to Gov. Abbott for approval
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
