Fort Bend ISD parents press trustees on school closure savings as board nears vote
Fort Bend ISD trustees are nearing a final decision on proposed elementary school closures. During a recent meeting, 78 people signed up for public comment as parents challenged the district’s financial justification, including projected savings of $5 to $7 million — less than one percent of the district’s overall budget. The board is scheduled to consider final recommendations on March 9, 2026.
Fort Bend ISD trustees are nearing a final decision on proposed elementary school closures. During a recent meeting, 78 people signed up for public comment as parents challenged the district’s financial justification, including projected savings of $5 to $7 million — less than one percent of the district’s overall budget. The board is scheduled to consider final recommendations on March 9, 2026.
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley 'no billed' in Fort Bend County case
A grand jury "no billed" former NBA player Patrick Beverley on a charge he had been facing in Fort Bend County.
A grand jury "no billed" former NBA player Patrick Beverley on a charge he had been facing in Fort Bend County.
Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis dies after Houston hit-and-run crash
A Fort Bend County deputy who was injured in a hit-and-run crash over the weekend has died, the sheriff’s office confirms.
A Fort Bend County deputy who was injured in a hit-and-run crash over the weekend has died, the sheriff’s office confirms.
Traffic alert: 18-wheeler, train crash at Highway 90 in Missouri City
Missouri City police report there will be delays in traffic in southwest Houston along Highway 90 after a crash involving a train and 18-wheeler.
Missouri City police report there will be delays in traffic in southwest Houston along Highway 90 after a crash involving a train and 18-wheeler.
Suspect charged after trying to entice Katy ISD student to get in his vehicle
A Katy ISD student was reportedly followed by a man attempting to get her inside his vehicle, Fort Bend County officials state.
A Katy ISD student was reportedly followed by a man attempting to get her inside his vehicle, Fort Bend County officials state.
Fort Bend ISD parents speak out on proposed school closures, rezoning
Parents voice concerns about proposed Fort Bend ISD school closures and rezoning at a Sugar Land forum hosted by Rep. Suleman Lalani. Families cite lower enrollment and stagnant operating costs and plan to keep showing up ahead of an early March decision.
Parents voice concerns about proposed Fort Bend ISD school closures and rezoning at a Sugar Land forum hosted by Rep. Suleman Lalani. Families cite lower enrollment and stagnant operating costs and plan to keep showing up ahead of an early March decision.
March 2026 primary elections: Houston, Texas races to watch
The March primary elections are expected to bring some surprises as voters across Texas make their voices heard in numerous races, including for U.S. Senate, Texas governor and local Houston-area positions. We’re previewing some of the top races to watch.
The March primary elections are expected to bring some surprises as voters across Texas make their voices heard in numerous races, including for U.S. Senate, Texas governor and local Houston-area positions. We’re previewing some of the top races to watch.
Man sentenced to 25 years for continuous sexual abuse of a young child
A man was sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to continuous sexual abuse of a young child in an agreement with prosecutors, Fort Bend County officials say.
A man was sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to continuous sexual abuse of a young child in an agreement with prosecutors, Fort Bend County officials say.
Fort Bend ISD consolidation discussion draws packed meeting, parents and students raise safety concerns
Fort Bend ISD leaders faced public pushback during a packed board meeting as families raised concerns about school consolidation, safety, and transparency. District leaders also cited survey participation numbers and said final decisions won’t be made until March.
Fort Bend ISD leaders faced public pushback during a packed board meeting as families raised concerns about school consolidation, safety, and transparency. District leaders also cited survey participation numbers and said final decisions won’t be made until March.
Mexican O.T.'s 3rd Coast Bucking rodeo event kicks off first year in Rosenberg
The event had bull riding, bull fighting and performances from several big artists, including Mexican O.T. and Paul Wall, amongst several others.
The event had bull riding, bull fighting and performances from several big artists, including Mexican O.T. and Paul Wall, amongst several others.
Electric motorcycles raise safety concerns in Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County Constable Precinct One deputies say there's a growing and dangerous trend involving children and teens riding electric motorcycles.
Fort Bend County Constable Precinct One deputies say there's a growing and dangerous trend involving children and teens riding electric motorcycles.
Wanted man accused of shooting at Fort Bend County deputy during Sugar Land incident
Billy Alfaro allegedly shot at a deputy during another man's arrest in August 2025.
Billy Alfaro allegedly shot at a deputy during another man's arrest in August 2025.
Biological father charged with capital murder in fatal shooting of Katy couple
42-year-old Norman Lee Johnson has been charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of a Katy-area couple following a suspected custody dispute over their adoptive daughter.
42-year-old Norman Lee Johnson has been charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of a Katy-area couple following a suspected custody dispute over their adoptive daughter.
Warming centers assist residents across Harris and Fort Bend counties during freeze
As freezing temperatures impacted Southeast Texas, warming centers in both Fort Bend and Harris counties have provided critical shelter and resources for residents in need.
As freezing temperatures impacted Southeast Texas, warming centers in both Fort Bend and Harris counties have provided critical shelter and resources for residents in need.
Richmond crash: 1 killed in crash involving 2 vehicles on U.S. Highway 59
An investigation is underway following a deadly crash on U.S. Highway 59 in Richmond, according to officials.
An investigation is underway following a deadly crash on U.S. Highway 59 in Richmond, according to officials.
Houston winter storm: How to get emergency alerts in your county
As Greater Houston preps for the weekend winter storm, multiple counties are reminding residents to sign up for their emergency alerts.
As Greater Houston preps for the weekend winter storm, multiple counties are reminding residents to sign up for their emergency alerts.
Parents, students push back on Fort Bend ISD's proposed rezoning plan
Several elementary schools in Fort Bend ISD could be on the chopping block as the district considers rezoning to balance student enrollment. More than 30 parents voiced concerns during a special Fort Bend ISD board meeting Monday night, urging district leaders to reconsider potential campus consolidations and closures.
Several elementary schools in Fort Bend ISD could be on the chopping block as the district considers rezoning to balance student enrollment. More than 30 parents voiced concerns during a special Fort Bend ISD board meeting Monday night, urging district leaders to reconsider potential campus consolidations and closures.
Fort Bend County woman's fight to save her dog from death sentence garners attention from social media
Ladonna Aboubsi recently had her day in court and lost. A petition to change the outcome is gaining traffic on social media. Just remember there's always two sides.
Ladonna Aboubsi recently had her day in court and lost. A petition to change the outcome is gaining traffic on social media. Just remember there's always two sides.
Parents speak out over possible elementary school closures in Fort Bend ISD
Parents in Fort Bend ISD are speaking out after learning their children’s elementary school could soon close.
Parents in Fort Bend ISD are speaking out after learning their children’s elementary school could soon close.