Ex-Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD teacher arrested for lying to FBI

Former Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD teacher Landon Beck faces federal charges for allegedly lying to FBI agents after being accused of sending obscene images to students.

Best college towns in America: See which cities top the list

With college costs soaring, choosing where to study can be just as important as choosing a school. A new ranking reveals which U.S. cities are the best college towns.

Dallas ISD, feds reach settlement over abuse mishandlings
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Dallas ISD and federal investigators have reached a $1 million settlement over the district's failures to report abuse claims related to a former educator now facing charges from his time in Forney ISD. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.

DOJ fines Dallas ISD $1M over child abuse claims | FULL
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U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybold announces a settlement with the Dallas ISD over the way it handled child abuse claims involving Michael Roell. Roell is now facing multiple charges related to the alleged sexual abuse of a special education student in nearby Forney ISD.

Dallas ISD fined $1M for failing to report teacher's child abuse allegations

Dallas ISD agreed to a $1 million settlement with the Justice Department after failing to report four child abuse investigations involving a teacher who was later accused of abusing special education students in Forney ISD.

Gainesville school custodian arrested for indecency with a child

Former Gainesville Junior High custodian Hervey Nava was arrested and charged with indecency with a child after police said he had inappropriate physical contact with a 13-year-old student.

Student speaks out after Grand Prairie ISD halts musical over casting decision

The Grand Prairie ISD school board met for the first time since canceling a musical production at South Grand Prairie High School. The district claimed it was because a female student was cast as the male lead in the play ‘Little Shop of Horrors’.

Fort Worth ISD's scripted lesson plans cause outcry
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Fort Worth ISD has overhauled its instructional plan while under a state takeover, restricting teachers at lower-performing schools. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more, including parent reaction.

Fort Worth ISD community voices outrage over scripted lessons and staffing shortages

Fort Worth ISD parents, teachers and students voiced concerns on Wednesday about the district’s scripted lesson plans during a packed school board meeting.

Casting decisions cause Grand Prairie ISD to cancel musical
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After a female student in Grand Prairie ISD was cast in a traditionally male role in 'Little Shop of Horrors', the district canceled the production. FOX 4's Vania Castillo has more.

Grand Prairie ISD cancels musical after female student cast in male role

After trying to recast a female student who had won a traditionally male role in a performance of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’, Grand Prairie ISD opted to cancel the musical altogether.

These colleges rank as the best in the US in 2027, data shows

A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.

Lewisville ISD teacher faces additional child sex crime charges

A Hebron High School teacher in Lewisville ISD faces added charges of sexual assault and an improper relationship after police uncovered evidence of an inappropriate relationship with a juvenile student.

Texas Free College Application Week Oct. 12–18: How to apply without fees

Texas residents will be able to apply to undergraduate programs at any public college or university in the state without paying an application fee during Free College Application Week, which runs Oct. 12–18.

Students sue Missouri, claiming decades of unequal funding at HBCU

A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution.

Trump administration proposes $70K fee to allow international students to work in US, reduce fraud

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposed a $70,000 fee Wednesday for international students who want to work in the United States, a plan it says should "make it easier for American citizens to compete in the job market."

Trump administration announces $174 million investment in HBCUs

The U.S. Department of Education announced more than $174 million in one-time additional funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Texas schools banned more than 8,000 books, report says

Texas public schools banned 8,193 books during the 2025-26 school year, more than twice as many as any other state, according to PEN America.

New Longview ISD Esports arena to train students for tech and media careers

Longview ISD has announced the opening of a new e-sports arena designed to give students experience in competitive gaming, digital media and live event production.