Police investigating body found at Houston ISD middle school
The body was found in a "remote" part of campus, and HISD officials say there is no threat to students or staff.
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A Houston high school teacher said students couldn’t read or write. Then the school got an ‘A’ rating
A viral video posted on social media by a Houston ISD teacher with a controversial past has raised questions about the effectiveness of a state takeover, broader literacy trends and educator decorum....
Who is Aaron Reitz? The new federal 'MAGA attorney' who would oversee prosecution of the Houston ICE shooting
Reitz has worked with Ken Paxton at the Texas Attorney General’s Office, with Sen. Ted Cruz as his chief of staff, and with Pam Bondi as the assistant attorney general for the United States. He’s now leading one of the most crucial legal offices in Texas and the nation....
A Wheatley High School teacher claimed his students couldn’t read or write. Then the school got an ‘A’ rating
A viral video posted on social media by a Houston ISD teacher with a controversial past has raised questions about the effectiveness of a state takeover, broader literacy trends and educator decorum....
Texas schools see modest improvement in 2026 A-F ratings. Here's how they fared
About 85% of Texas public schools earned a passing grade in the state's latest A-F accountability ratings, while roughly one-quarter of districts and campuses scored higher than they did last year....
5 HISD schools receive F ratings a year after there were no failing campuses
Wheatley High School, where a string of F ratings triggered the ongoing state takeover of the district, earned an A for the first time.
Waller ISD faces backlog in registrations as hundreds of students wait to start classes
The slew of applications has created a backlog in the registrar's office and now the district is telling families they’ll need to wait five to seven business days before leaders can complete their registration. As of Wednesday, Aug. 12, after the official school year had......
As a new school year starts, Mike Miles defends controversial changes in Houston ISD
AI is moving into the classroom at some campuses in Texas’ largest school district, which also faces state- and federal-level investigations over its changes to special education services....
Cy-Fair ISD trustees vote to put tax rate increase, $1.6B bond on November ballot
In what were some of the first big decisions by a school board that was reconfigured last year, a total of five propositions were ordered to be placed on the ballot for the Nov. 3 election....
Texas Standard for Aug. 10, 2026: Critics question Houston ISD gains under state takeover
Supporters of the state takeover of Houston ISD point to improved accountability ratings and student outcomes. But new reporting raises questions about whether some of those gains came at the expense of students placed in coursework below their academic level....
Back to school at HISD (Aug. 10, 2026)
On Monday's show: We discuss the first day of school at HISD and other education developments, including how changes in special education at the district might affect parents and students....
Back-to-school health (Aug. 7, 2026)
On Friday's show: As school begins for many students, a pediatrician offers advice for keeping kids healthy throughout the school year. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause....
Rice University will expand its free tuition program to students whose families earn up to $200K per year
Starting in the fall of 2027, the private university in Houston also will offer free mandatory fees and room and board for students whose families earn less than $100,000 annually....
Two Houston ISD elementary campuses will pilot Alpha School’s AI-powered education program this fall
Clemente Martinez and Gregg Elementary schools will utilize “TimeBack,” a two-hour learning tool developed by Alpha School that has come under criticism in other states....
Which families are using ESAs? Here’s what we know about Texas’ first school vouchers
Which families are using ESAs? Here’s what we know about Texas’ first school vouchers
The number of Texas students using taxpayer money for private school or home-school could increase as more families accept invites.
Hello Houston (July 29, 2026)
Today: We discuss the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s record investment in Texas students through scholarships, talk with Houston artist Tay Butler about what shapes his work, dispel common misconceptions about organ donation, and more....
28-year-old accused officer killer back behind bars after posting a million-dollar bond
The man who made national headlines after becoming the first known defendant charged with killing a police officer to receive bond in Harris County is back behind bars....
Fort Bend County postpones cadet graduation after state inspection finds documentation, compliance issues
The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement found compliance issues at the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy with student attendance records, required paperwork, and internal checks to ensure the academy was meeting the state’s training requirements....
Jordanian athlete competing in Genuine Cup missing from Rice University, school says
Rabe’e Ata Juma’a Alqaq, 24, was last seen walking around the Rice University campus late Saturday night or early Sunday.
Limiting student AI use (July 27, 2026)
On Monday's show: Katy ISD is banning the use of AI by some students and limiting its use by others. We learn more about the decision and how it differs from HISD....
Katy ISD restricts the use of AI in elementary school classrooms
The Houston-area district, which serves nearly 100,000 students, is banning the use of generative artificial intelligence chat tools in kindergarten through sixth grade while gradually introducing its use for older students....
The legal fight over 'Robin Hood' renews Texas’ public school funding debate. Here’s what to know
Property-wealthy districts say recapture gives the state too much control over local finances. But advocates warn that without it, underserved students could end up worse off....
Texas’ longstanding 'Robin Hood' school finance system will face a new legal challenge
Midland school trustees argue they have minimal control over local taxes and can’t properly serve students as a recapture system redistributes millions of the district’s revenue....
Judge denies bond for man accused in deadly Cypresswood apartment fire that killed his brother
A judge has ordered Matthew Atwater held without bond in the case involving an apartment fire that killed his brother and injured multiple other people at the Cypresswood Apartments.PREVIOUS: Man charged with felony murder, arson in Cypresswood apartment fire that killed......
Judge sets $800K bond for Houston funeral home director accused of trying to steal $2M estate
Harris County District Court Judge Hazel B. Jones set bond at a total of $800,000 Wednesday morning for the unlicensed Houston funeral home director accused of posing as the spouse of a dead man to steal his estate worth more than $2 million.PREVIOUS: Funeral home director......
An artist brought 'I.C.E. pops' to a Texas campus. The show was shut down in days
The Trump administration's executive orders have meant that administrators are questioning what art can — and can't — be seen on campus.
Federal appeals court rejects bid to revive in-state tuition for Texas students without legal status
For more than two decades, the Texas Dream Act allowed certain students without legal status to qualify for in-state tuition. The law was abruptly overturned last year....
Changes in Federal Student Loans
Changes to Federal Student Loan Limits Have Students Rethinking how to Pay for Advanced Degrees
Bible-infused curriculum (June 26, 2026)
On Friday's show: HISD has approved Bible-infused curriculum for elementary school students and adopted a $2 billion budget. We get details on both. And our non-experts contemplate The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Houston ISD board unanimously approves controversial Bible-infused curriculum for 2026-27 school year
Adopting the state-approved Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for elementary students will come with a funding boost of more than $3 million for the district, which also approved a $2 billion operating budget on Thursday....
$250K bond for suspect in Humble shootout that injured constable deputies
Catalytic converter thefts surge in Harris County as critics question low bonds for repeat offenders
Texas students’ performance in math remains below pre-pandemic levels, STAAR scores show
Harris County flood control director resigns amid pressure to address looming project deadlines
'Kind of expected to fail' | Harris County foster youth celebrate graduation milestone
Officials determine failed sensor caused Galveston roller coaster to stop in mid-air
Texas Dream Act goes to court over fight to restore in-state tuition for undocumented students
Students at 33 Houston ISD campuses will not automatically receive free meals during 2026-27 school year
Another Houston-area school district is consolidating special education programs for the upcoming school year
Campus police incidents in Texas (June 2, 2026)
‘They’re my classmates’: Eight students rescued in Galveston after Pleasure Pier roller coaster stops mid-ride
Houston Museum of Natural Science opens interactive exhibit exploring digital literacy
Teachers union president files civil rights lawsuit against Houston ISD over her firing
Incumbent state Rep. Hubert Vo defeated in Democratic runoff
Violent suspects flee after cutting monitors; Crime Stoppers advocate urges Harris County reforms
Inside the legal battle over undocumented immigrants’ right to challenge their detention
Here's when Harris County schools let out for the summer and when they return
With millions of federal dollars at risk, Harris County to seek extension for post-Harvey flood projects
Barack Obama appears with James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa at Austin restaurant
Man out on bond arrested again, accused of funeral home burglary, impersonating public servant: Docs
Train of support: Greater Houston’s autism community focuses on finding bonds, resources
Texas public schools see first non-pandemic enrollment drop in decades
2 defendants in Harris County capital murder cases go missing after being released on bond
Federal investigation of HISD (May 11, 2026)
Houston ISD launching early literacy program to bridge gaps in reading skills
HISD under federal investigation over plans to restructure special education services
Houston ISD will launch nine AI-focused campuses next year. Here’s what we know.
Voting Rights Act ruling could change representation on city councils, school boards across Texas
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