2026 commencement speeches: See which celebrities are taking the stage
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
North Texas school worries 'Parental Bill of Rights' will hurt mental health support
A North Texas non-profit says new legislation that ultimately caused many school districts to drop outreach-type campus clubs could hurt "at-risk" students.
A North Texas non-profit says new legislation that ultimately caused many school districts to drop outreach-type campus clubs could hurt "at-risk" students.
Texas Senate Bill 12 causes concern for at risk students
Texas Senate Bill 12 was passed last year to give parents more authority on what their kids are exposed to in school, but some groups say the bill is having unintended consequences on at risk youths. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Texas Senate Bill 12 was passed last year to give parents more authority on what their kids are exposed to in school, but some groups say the bill is having unintended consequences on at risk youths. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Dallas school crossing guard surprised with new car
Dallas ISD parents and the Lakewood Elementary community surprised their crossing guard, Mr. Earnest, with a new vehicle after learning he used ride-sharing services to get to work every day.
Dallas ISD parents and the Lakewood Elementary community surprised their crossing guard, Mr. Earnest, with a new vehicle after learning he used ride-sharing services to get to work every day.
FWISD board approves campus closure, staff cuts
Fort Worth ISD's new leadership is moving forward with a plan to close a school dedicated to serving immigrant and refugee students. Here's what we know.
Fort Worth ISD's new leadership is moving forward with a plan to close a school dedicated to serving immigrant and refugee students. Here's what we know.
FWISD board to vote on staff cuts, school closures
The newly appointed school board in Fort Worth ISD will outline the specifics of a plan that would put teachers' jobs at risk.
The newly appointed school board in Fort Worth ISD will outline the specifics of a plan that would put teachers' jobs at risk.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
Springtown ISD cancels classes for Monday & Tuesday after severe North Texas storms
Springtown ISD has canceled classes and postponed its school board meeting following a devastating overnight storm that caused widespread power outages and claimed at least one life in the local community.
Springtown ISD has canceled classes and postponed its school board meeting following a devastating overnight storm that caused widespread power outages and claimed at least one life in the local community.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD bus driver arrested for allegedly shooting neighbor
A Grapevine-Colleyville ISD bus driver was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly shooting a neighbor, an incident that prompted a "secure" mode at six nearby schools.
A Grapevine-Colleyville ISD bus driver was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly shooting a neighbor, an incident that prompted a "secure" mode at six nearby schools.
Over 42,000 Texas students awarded money during 1st round of school-choice lottery
More than 42,000 Texas students were notified this week that they have been awarded money during the first round of the state’s first school-choice lottery, according to the comptroller’s office.
More than 42,000 Texas students were notified this week that they have been awarded money during the first round of the state’s first school-choice lottery, according to the comptroller’s office.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
School idea transformed into fashion label 'Sloane the Brand'
Two local students are turning their passion for art and sustainability into community impact. Here's how the growing fashion label 'Sloane the Brand' was created.
Two local students are turning their passion for art and sustainability into community impact. Here's how the growing fashion label 'Sloane the Brand' was created.
Lake Worth ISD state takeover begins as TEA appoints new superintendent
The Texas Education Agency has appointed Dr. Ena Meyers and a new board of managers to lead Lake Worth ISD following a state takeover prompted by chronic academic failures and "F" ratings across five district campuses.
The Texas Education Agency has appointed Dr. Ena Meyers and a new board of managers to lead Lake Worth ISD following a state takeover prompted by chronic academic failures and "F" ratings across five district campuses.
American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
Former Texas special education teacher kicks student
After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.
After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.
Gainesville ISD admits former special education teacher kicked student after initial denial
After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.
After initially denying any abusive behavior took place, Gainesville ISD has now said a former special education teacher did kick a special needs student in a video provided to FOX 4 earlier this month.
2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Fort Worth ISD teacher pay raises approved for next school year
Fort Worth ISD is implementing a 5% pay hike for most classroom teachers to improve educator recruitment and retention following the state-appointed board's recent restructuring.
Fort Worth ISD is implementing a 5% pay hike for most classroom teachers to improve educator recruitment and retention following the state-appointed board's recent restructuring.
Azle ISD special education teacher arrested
An Azle ISD special education teacher was arrested this week after an alleged assault involving a student, although officials are mum on details of the incident. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.
An Azle ISD special education teacher was arrested this week after an alleged assault involving a student, although officials are mum on details of the incident. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.
Azle ISD special education teacher arrested after allegedly assaulting student
Details are scarce on the alleged assault of an Azle ISD student that led to a special education teacher's arrest this week.
Details are scarce on the alleged assault of an Azle ISD student that led to a special education teacher's arrest this week.