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Texas Public Policy Foundation panel: Woke movement seeks to revise Alamo history
By T.H. Lawrence | Nov 3, 2021
The Alamo is the most iconic name, place and event in Texas history. That’s why it’s worth pushing back on new interpretations of what happened at the San Antonio Mission from Feb. 23 to March 6, 1836, according to panelists at a discussion sponsored by the Texas Public Policy Foundation on Oct. 26.
Convention of States survey helps constituents 'decide for themselves' in upcoming school board election, COS president says
By Savannah Howe | Oct 29, 2021
The school board election is approaching and the Convention of States Foundation (COS) wants all Houston ISD voters to be as informed as possible this year.
Abbott reappoints Fertitta to University of Houston Board of Regents for a third term
By Timothy Stuckey | Oct 24, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott recently reappointed Tilman Fertitta, owner of the Landry's food chain and the Houston Rockets, to the University of Houston (UH) System Board of Regents for another term, according to a press release from the Office of the Texas Governor.
Governor Abbott appoints three to the University of Houston System Board of Regents
By Press Release | Oct 20, 2021
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Tilman Fertitta and Beth Madison and appointed Ricky Raven to the University of Houston System Board of Regents for terms set to expire August 31, 2027.
Lamar CISD kindergarten teacher faces charge of child indecency
By Caleb Lombardo | Oct 17, 2021
A kindergarten teacher at Tamarron Elementary School has been detained and charged with a count of indecency with a child, which is classified as a felony.
Swain: Critical race theory 'threatens' nation
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 14, 2021
The critical race theory of U.S. history has been a hit topic in the past year, but it has been bubbling up for decades, Carol Swain said during a discussion sponsored by the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
Rice University named among top national universities
By Bree Gonzales | Oct 10, 2021
Rice University in Houston earned a spot in the U.S. News & World Report list of top 40 national universities.
Last Chance to Register - Don't Miss State of Education on Oct. 12
By Greater Houston Partnership | Oct 8, 2021
Last Chance to Register - Don't Miss State of Education on Oct. 12
Katy ISD parents prevent writer from speaking at event, claim his books 'are centered on critical race theory'
By Art Benavidez | Oct 7, 2021
Concerned parents from the Katy Independent School District (ISD) came together to stop the school district from virtually speaking to an author, alleging his books are centered on critical race theory.
'I heard four gunshots': Students recall terrifying moments inside YES Prep school as suspect is charged
By Solange DeLisle | Oct 6, 2021
A former student of the YES Prep Southwest Secondary School has been booked and charged in connection to the Oct. 1 school shooting that injured the campus's administrator.
Texas Southern awarded $1M HUD grant
By George Willis | Oct 4, 2021
Funds targeted for housing and community development
Katy Independent School District named best in the Houston area, 13th best in Texas
By David Beasley | Sep 28, 2021
Katy Independent School District has been named the best in the Houston area and 13th in Texas, a news release said.
Yes, You Are Smart Enough
By 'Lucy Meckler' via news houstondaily | Sep 26, 2021
NGT seeks to empower individuals & families to pursue the best pathway to develop their talents so that the future is bright for all Texans.
'Libraries play a vital role in our communities': Houston cuts ribbon on new Family Place Library
By George Willis | Sep 24, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, accompanied by City Councilwomen Carolyn Evan-Shabazz and Abbie Kamin, attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 21 for Houston Public Library’s new Family Place Libraries.
Fort Bend ISD Police 'deeply saddened' by Sgt. Richard Frankie's death
By Solange DeLisle | Sep 23, 2021
The Fort Bend Independent School District (ISD) is mourning the loss of the district's Police Sgt. Richard Frankie, 50, who died due to complications from COVID-19 on Sept. 17.
[Matching Scholarship Opportunities] Apply Now Through Dec. 31!
By Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts | Sep 19, 2021
[Matching Scholarship Opportunities] Apply Now Through Dec. 31!
Whitbeck 'honored' to be named Fort Bend ISD superintendent
By James Niedzinski | Sep 19, 2021
Fort Bend Independent School District’s (ISD) new superintendent is starting school a bit tardy.
HISD Board votes 'unanimously' to change name of Jack Yates High School football field to honor memory of George Floyd
By Solange DeLisle | Sep 10, 2021
The football field at Jack Yates High School in Houston will now bear the name of graduate and former team member George Floyd who was killed by a Minnesota police officer during his arrest last year.
Texas Tuition Promise Fund opened enrollment Sept. 1
By Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts | Sep 10, 2021
September is National College Savings Month, and now is the perfect time to enroll a child in the Texas Tuition Promise Fund® (TTPF) — the state’s tax-advantaged prepaid college tuition plan. Open enrollment for TTPF began Sept. 1.
Tulane University students 'relocate' to Houston after Hurricane Ida
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 3, 2021
Houston will be housing Tulane University students who were evacuated due to the damage caused by Hurricane Ida in New Orleans, according to a Click2Houston report.