Fort Worth ISD approves new plan to boost student literacy levels
State testing results show two-thirds of FWISD students fail to meet grade-level standards.
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State testing results show two-thirds of FWISD students fail to meet grade-level standards.
The father of three kids who attend the district said his top concern is that trustees discussed the possibility of splitting the district behind closed doors.
In a surprise, the superintendent said she would resign if trustees moved forward with the plan Thursday night.
The district said over 100 people signed up to speak during the public comment portion of the meeting.
Thursday's meeting will be about gathering information and input, including input from the community.
The American Library Association has tracked a national surge in book bans over the past several years, with Texas at the forefront.
With the makeover, Melissa Weiner's classroom will no longer be a cobbled-together space but a haven for learning and growth in an environment her students deserve.
The state has six weeks to decide how they want to pay back the $16 million, according to the federal agency.
"If we don't make financial changes, the deficit will grow," said Superintendent Dr. Lori Rapp.
Students must be Texas residents entering college for the first time in fall 2025 and receive a federal Pell Grant.
The district said the budget problems stem from declining enrollment and inadequate state funding.
Jorge Arredondo was placed on administrative leave in September, three months after being chosen to lead the district.
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
The Board of Regents approved the tuition plan on Thursday.
The Bible could soon be the base for a new elementary school curriculum in Texas.
Dallas Police said at about 4:40 a.m., officers responded to a call about an emergency in the 1500 block of Elm Street.
Investigators learned that a man was kidnapped by unknown suspects and was taken to another location where his property was stolen, DPD said.
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A 25-year-old Waco man who is accused of robbing a Bedford bank and fleeing the scene on a bicycle was arrested, police confirmed.
The typical high temperature for this time of year is 67 degrees, but the forecast high for Saturday hit a record 89 degrees.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
A Collin County jury has convicted a Frisco-area Uber driver of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
Principal of Hunt Research, a Republican polling and data firm based in Dallas, Ross Hunt discusses the GOP primary for U.S. Senate between Cornyn, Hunt and AG Ken Paxton.
Republican U.S. Senator John Cornyn discusses his re-election campaign, affordability, and the end of the government shutdown.
Republican Congressman and Candidate for U.S. Senate, Wesley Hunt, discusses his primary challenge to Cornyn.
President Trump said late Friday he will no longer support Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking a dramatic break with a onetime Trump loyalist who has increasingly criticized the president and her party's leadership.
President Trump exempted foods like beef and bananas from his sweeping country-by-country tariffs on Friday.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
The 22-year-old suffers from a rare condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, first diagnosed after a minor sports injury as a child.
In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland's death, Dr. Jaya Mathew said talking about suicide can help people who are struggling.
Children's Health specialists recommend adjusting bedtime routines and limiting electronics to ease the transition.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
James Harden scored four of his 10 overtime points in the second extra period and finished with season highs of 41 points and 14 rebounds, along with 11 assists, as the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Dallas Mavericks 133-127 in an NBA Cup game.
John Beam, a legendary football coach featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U" and the Laney College athletic director, has died, one day after being shot on the Oakland, California campus.
Dallas played for the first time since the Tuesday morning firing of general manager Nico Harrison, embattled since making the controversial Feb. 2 trade that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Mavs fans are ready for a new chapter.
The team appointed Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi as co-interim general managers while the team searches for a replacement.
The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Lioness" and a "Yellowstone" spinoff need actors this month.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
