Texas Ranks Last in Personal Freedoms, According to the Libertarian CATO Institute
The think tank, founded by a conservative billionaire who supports Greg Abbott, ranks Texas 39 places behind California.
Schools
‘Whether or not she knows it, she’s a role model’: Diagnosis leads TWU student to discover her calling
In high school, Alana Douglas was told she would eventually be deaf.
Texas State University to host 2024 presidential debate
The university will be the first location in Texas to host a presidential debate.
Pilot Point ISD superintendent resigns, board letter says
The school board said it and Todd Southard “have entered into the agreement believing it is in their respective best interests."
North Texas high school bathroom vandalized with ‘offensive content,’ district confirms
School officials did not confirm what was written on the walls but said the district is "committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment."
Plano ISD board meeting sees another packed crowd to discuss sexually-explicit books
Of the 72 books up for reconsideration, 65 have already been removed from the shelves and two have been retained.
Security guard fired after leaving gun in teacher restroom at Allen elementary school, officials confirm
A teacher entered the restroom approximately 56 seconds after the security officer exited the restroom and found the firearm, officials said.
Voters approve replacing 6 schools in HEB ISD, including the 2 high schools
A nearly $1 billion bond package will replace L.D. Bell and Trinity high schools and four elementary campuses in the Hurst-Euless-Bedford school district.
Travis County judge orders TEA to refrain from releasing A-F school ratings
The order comes after more than 100 school districts from across the state sued over how changes to the rating system may be implemented.
The partnership will allow campus staff to refer students to the clinic for behavioral health care, filling an important gap in coverage.
Gov. Abbott directs Texas schools to resources for teaching about Israel-Hamas war
Gov. Abbott announced that the Texas Education Agency would provide resources to schools to counter misinformation and antisemitism.
North Texas elementary students pull together allowance money, donations to help gift color blind classmate special glasses
When Glenhope Elementary classmates found out that Jaron Casillas is color blind they secretly decided to donate the money needed for a life-changing gift.
Cedar Hill residents to vote on more funding for teachers and armed security
Some in the Cedar Hill ISD say expectations have grown for teachers and security -- and so should pay.
Dallas Baptist University students, staff return safely from Israel
"Unfortunately, it’s part of real life for the Arabs, Jews, and others who live in Israel," said DBU's VP of Student Affairs.
The unique campus cost Forney ISD $100 million less than a new, standalone high school. Other districts have already planned visits to it.
Why did people leave boots outside the Governor’s Mansion? It’s a symbol to give school vouchers the boot
Public school advocates are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to reject school vouchers in the upcoming special session.
5 North Texas schools shut down over boil water notice
Five schools in the Crandall Independent School District in Kaufman County were shut down Tuesday.
Baseball-sized hail damage forced every school in this North Texas district to close for a week
?Officials said Sunday night's storms "damaged our campuses and vehicles as they did to others in our community."
Carroll ISD faces 7 federal investigations – what happens when they’re done?
Dozens of Southlake parents and students attended a meeting Wednesday night to learn the answer.
Former Mansfield ISD teacher suing district over emotional, mental distress caused by convicted school shooter
In the lawsuit, attorneys claim that the teacher had a mental and emotional breakdown, and took medical leave as a direct result of the...
US and Mexico submit joint bid to host 2027 Women’s World Cup 
Newly released body cam video shows deadly shootout on Houston highway 
Israel presses ahead with bombarding Gaza, including areas it told Palestinians to evacuate to