Dallas ISD superintendent focuses on transformation in 2020 State of the District address
Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Hinojosa shared some of the district’s achievements for the year and talked about focusing on the future in his annual “State of the District” address.
Paul Quinn College re-dedicates on-campus chapel after lengthy renovation
The college nearly closed about a decade ago due to financial issues and falling enrollment. But a nearly four-year process to fix up the Richard Allen Chapel is now done.
Institute offers free technology training for low-income residents
Lives are changing thanks to a free technology program in North Texas.
USC to offer free tuition for families earning $80,000 or less
In an effort to widen access for more middle and low-income students, USC will eliminate tuition for families earning $80,000 or less annually and will no longer consider home equity in financial aid calculations, it was reported Thursday.
Rent your diploma to Natural Light for $100
Natural Light, or as it's known across many college campuses "Natty Light," is offering graduates $100 if they are willing to loan their diplomas to the company.
Black History Books for Kids
Melanin Origins, LLC created Black History books for children. The books focus on African-American Pioneers, Leaders, and Innovators.
193 LeBron James foundation students offered free tuition at Kent State University for 4 years
LeBron James' foundation has partnered with Kent State University to give nearly 200 high school students a full ride to the college.
NXT Fest helps Dallas ISD students better prepare for their future
A community program in Dallas is giving DISD students a head start on adulthood.
TSU Board of Regents fires Dr. Austin Lane
Texas Southern University Board of Regents fired President Dr. Austin Lane with a 6-1 vote. Lane was originally placed on administrative leave with pay in January.
Donor surprises graduates at Ohio high school with free college tuition — and free tuition for their parents
Students at a Toledo high school planning to attend a university, college or trade school will no longer have to worry about college debt thanks to a donor's generous pledge.
Sachse High School students are finalists in STEM ideas competition
Students at Sachse High School have a shot at winning millions of dollars in technology for their school.
UNT Dallas will now have an athletics program, with play starting in the fall
UNT Dallas now has a new college sports team, known as the Trailblazers.
UC Berkeley course in ‘adulting’ so popular, it’s turning students away
UC Berkeley is offering a class in "adulting," basic life skills young people may have missed until college provided a wake up call.
Author discusses challenges for young black males
Dr. LaSonja Flowers-Ivory discusses her book "Who Cares About Black Boys", and the need for change when it comes to education of young black males in society.
North Carolina will require high school students to take personal finance course to graduate
High school students in North Carolina will soon be required to take a personal finance course to graduate.
11-year-old boy with autism wins 28th annual Dallas ISD MLK oratory competition
"What would Dr. King's vision be for America in 2020?”
Dallas students host mental health fair to help classmates
Students at the Harmony Science Academy in Dallas are reaching out to help their classmates at a school mental health fair. It's a way for them to relieve the stress of high school life.
Curious Fort Worth students get the chance to call astronauts in space
Students in Fort Worth will make a call to space to talk with the astronauts on the International Space Station Thursday morning. It’s the highlight of Space Week.
Trump to unveil 'new guidance' on expanding prayer in public schools
Trump won white evangelicals by more than 81 percent in the 2016 presidential election, according to exit polls.
North Texas 911 agency using drones at schools to improve emergency responses
A North Texas 911 agency launched a project that it hopes will be a game-changer for emergency response.