Winter storm watch issued for North Texas warns of dangerous cold and ice

A winter storm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Dallas-Fort Worth, with impacts coming late this week and into the weekend. The alert warns of hazardous winter weather, including snow, ice and freezing temperatures, in all of North and much of Central Texas. Freezing precipitation is expected to start Friday afternoon and continue through Saturday night.
Thousands of East Texans remain without power after winter storm shuts down most of state

LUFKIN — Thousands of East Texans remain without power days after a winter storm paralyzed most of the state over the weekend. Many may be without power until Sunday as utility workers traverse icy roads in dense forests to restore power.Winter Storm Fern spread across the U.S. from New Mexico to the Northeast over the weekend, leaving thick layers of ice and snow in its wake. Residents across Texas saw temperatures drop below freezing and power outages that lasted anywhere from a few minutes to days. East Texas was the only region in Texas to lose power for an extended period of time.
Low test scores on one campus can trigger a state takeover in Texas, affecting Black, Hispanic and low-income students most

Low test scores on one campus can trigger a state takeover in Texas, affecting Black, Hispanic and low-income students most The demographic makeup of the “trigger” schools raises questions about whether Texas' accountability system fairly considers historic inequities tied to race and poverty.The Texas Education Agency last year launched plans to take over four school districts due to low academic performance, confiscating decision-making power from elected leaders based on state-issued F grades at six campuses.
Yes, the Comptroller Can Block School Choice Funds From Terror-Linked Schools

Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a legal opinion on Saturday affirming that the Texas Comptroller’s Office has the "exclusive" authority to determine which private schools and education vendors are eligible to participate in the state’s new school choice program.
Projected snow and ice totals are changing for Texas. Here’s a statewide forecast update.

Cold front day has arrived in Texas, and the forecast is becoming clearer as models come into better agreement on the timing of the arctic air and expected precipitation. One key change in the latest outlook is a slightly slower-moving arctic front, delaying the onset of wintry weather. Despite the slower timing, significant hazards are still expected across the region, prompting the National Weather Service to upgrade the area to a winter storm warning beginning Saturday morning. A strong cold front will push into North Texas on Friday before slowly sliding south, reaching Central Texas by Friday night. Ahead of the front, temperatures will briefly climb from the 50s at daybreak to the mid-60s by the afternoon under overcast skies. Light morning showers will give way to more widespread rain, with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing late in the afternoon and evening as the cold front moves in. Cold front day has arrived in Texas, and the forecast is becoming clearer as models come into better agreement on the timing of the arctic air and expected precipitation.
Winter storm kicks off with cold front Friday. How long will Austin stay below freezing?

Cold front day has arrived in Texas, and the forecast is becoming clearer as models come into better agreement on the timing of the arctic air and expected precipitation. One key change in the latest outlook is a slightly slower-moving arctic front, delaying the onset of wintry weather. Despite the slower timing, significant hazards are still expected across the region, prompting the National Weather Service to upgrade the area to a winter storm warning beginning Saturday morning. A strong cold front will push into North Texas on Friday before slowly sliding south, reaching Central Texas by Friday night. Ahead of the front, temperatures will briefly climb from the 50s at daybreak to the mid-60s by the afternoon under overcast skies. Light morning showers will give way to more widespread rain, with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing late in the afternoon and evening as the cold front moves in.

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Arrow Educational Services: MEDINA VALLEY ISD HIRES JIM DUNLAP OF ARROW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO CONDUCT SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH

January 2711:10 AM

The board of trustees of the Medina Valley Independent School District has contracted with Mr. Jim Dunlap of Arrow Educational Services, Inc. to assist them in their search for a new superintendent. Information and the application process is available on arrowsearchinc.com and the TASA Supersearch page.

Gov. Greg Abbott demands Cy-Fair ISD cancel Islamic Games event: ‘Not welcome in Texas’

January 2108:46 AM

Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter to Cy-Fair ISD leaders Wednesday demanding that they cancel a sporting event with the Islamic Games of North America scheduled for later this year, citing alleged ties to the Council on American-Islamic Relations, which Abbott recently declared a "foreign terrorist organization." "You cannot invite such dangers through the front doors of our schools," he wrote. "Radical Islamic extremism is not welcome in Texas — and certainly not in our schools." The move comes after the Dallas-area Grapevine-Colleyville ISD canceled a similar event on Tuesday, saying that they had learned that CAIR New Jersey was a sponsor of a related event at one point, according to news reports. view article

Trial of former Uvalde CISD officer recesses early Thursday due to family emergency of jury member by: Dylan McKim

January 2008:40 AM

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (Nexstar) — The ninth day of the trial against former Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District police officer Adrian Gonzales continues in the Nueces County courthouse on Thursday. On Wednesday, the courtroom was still tense after Tuesday’s outburst from Velma Lisa Duran, the sister of Robb Elementary teacher Irma Garcia, who was killed in the shooting. “Y’all are saying she didn’t lock her door,” Duran shouted as she was removed from the courtroom by deputies. “She went into the fatal funnel!” The fatal funnel is a tactical term used by law enforcement to describe an area, like a doorway, where a police officer does not have cover and can be shot. view article

Texas A&M blocks readings on gender ideology in philosophy class: ‘Plato has been censored’

January 0808:40 AM

A Texas A&M professor has been told not to teach certain writings from Plato, a staple in introductory philosophy courses, because they may violate the university system's new rules against "advocating" race or gender ideology, or topics concerning sexual orientation, in core classes. view article

Preventive Law: New Year, New(ish) Grievance Procedures: A Review of the Recent Addition of Chapter 26A

January 0701:38 PM

The 89th legislative session has produced a staggering number of changes to the landscape of Texas education. Perhaps one of the more jarring changes was the addition of chapter 26A to the Texas Education Code. This new chapter codifies the grievance provisions that school districts are required to implement in policy. Some of the requirements in the Chapter simply mirror the procedures already common amongst school districts, such as the use of a multi-tiered grievance appeal process. Others, however, depart from the usual grievance procedures or create new procedures entirely. This article will highlight some of the largest departures from past grievance procedures and discuss the implications of these changes for Texas school districts.

Texas incomes rose, but housing costs rose faster, census finds

January 2908:59 AM

It’s getting harder to afford living in Texas — even as incomes and educational attainment grow and poverty declines. Despite the state’s robust economic growth since the start of the decade, incomes in Texas haven’t kept pace with the nation at large, U.S. Census Bureau data released Thursday show. And the state’s housing costs have outpaced income growth, leaving a greater share of Texas renters and homeowners spending a bigger chunk of their pay to keep a roof over their heads than they did before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. view article

New state committee begins work to develop nutrition guidelines, education requirements for Texans

January 2908:40 AM

Among other things, the Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee is tasked with developing new dietary and nutrition guidelines and new educational requirements. The committee has less than a year to produce a report that could effect all levels of education — including Texas medical schools. view article

Several D-FW school districts reverse course, decide to stay closed Thursday

January 2908:36 AM

School districts across North Texas announced plans Wednesday afternoon to keep schools closed Thursday or reopen them. Some have since changed their mind. After a winter storm hit Dallas-Fort Worth over the weekend many schools and universities canceled class Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. view article

Texas AG probes North Texas school district over Islamic Games event

January 2908:33 AM

FORT WORTH — Grapevine-Colleyville ISD officials “severed negotiations” with an Islamic group seeking to host an all-ages sporting tournament at a local high school, a district spokesperson confirmed to the Fort Worth Report on Tuesday. The decision came after school administrators were “made aware” that one of the event’s sponsors, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, or CAIR, was designated a terrorist organization by Gov. Greg Abbott last year, GCISD spokesperson Nicole Lyons said in an email. view article

SCUCISD board member fired from teaching job after abandoning children at Judson ISD school, police report says

January 2908:31 AM

A recently elected Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD (SCUCISD) board member was terminated from his teaching position after abandoning several children at a Judson ISD elementary school hours before being sworn in, according to records obtained by KSAT Investigates. view article

Connecticut jury orders Alex Jones to pay nearly $1 billion to Sandy Hook families

January 2908:30 AM

The award is the largest the Texas conspiracy theorist has been ordered to pay as part of three defamation lawsuits against him for falsely claiming that the 2012 school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, was a hoax. view article

Proposed reading list for Texas students draws concern over religious themes, lack of diversity

January 2908:30 AM

Faced with a proposed list of almost 300 readings for K-12 students, the State Board of Education delayed a vote until April. view article

On the issues: Q&A with the Republicans running for Texas attorney general

January 2908:30 AM

Texas’ next top lawyer will inherit an office that has become the tip of the spear of the conservative legal movement. To help primary voters differentiate, we asked the four GOP candidates where they stand on the agency’s major issues. view article

‘There are no criminals in Dilley.’ Lawmakers say Liam Ramos is among hundreds of kids languishing in ICE facility.

January 2905:00 AM

Hours after touring the Dilley detention center housing 5-year-old Minnesota boy Liam Ramos on Wednesday, San Antonio’s state and federal lawmakers gathered outside City Hall to update the public on his status — and to lay out their limited leverage for stopping such arrests under a Republican-controlled government. Hours after touring the Dilley detention center housing 5-year-old Minnesota boy Liam Ramos on Wednesday, San Antonio’s state and federal lawmakers gathered outside City Hall to update the public on his status — and to lay out their limited leverage for stopping such arrests under a Republican-controlled government. view article

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Central Texas schools to reopen Wednesday after weekend storm

January 2808:26 AM

School districts across Central Texas will resume normal operations Wednesday after closing for several days due to winter weather, with officials warning of lingering icy conditions on campuses. Austin ISD announced all schools and offices will operate on normal schedules Jan. 28, with extracurricular and after-school activities resuming. The district said tardies related to weather and traffic delays will be excused. view article

Houston ISD responds following reports of heating issues at some school campuses

January 2808:26 AM

The Houston Independent School District is responding after reports of some campuses experiencing heating issues on Tuesday. What they're saying: According to a statement, Houston ISD said, Houston ISD Facilities and Maintenance teams responded immediately to any campus that had HVAC-related issues today, and our teams have been making progress throughout the day." view article

Judge dismisses Klein ISD sex trafficking case against former teacher for insufficient evidence

January 2808:23 AM

A Harris County judge has dismissed the case alleging a Klein ISD cosmetology teacher operated a sex trafficking ring with her son, after prosecutors said they did not have sufficient evidence. Kedria Grigsby, 43, a former cosmetology teacher at Klein Cain High School, was arrested in 2024 and charged with three counts of compelling prostitution of a minor and three counts of trafficking a child. Grigsby was accused of assisting in her son's efforts to recruit teen runaways from the school district for prostitution. view article

Round Rock ISD Celebrates 11 New National Board Certified Teachers

January 2808:22 AM

Round Rock ISD now has 11 additional educators who have completed the path to become National Board Certified Teachers across our district, with three others working toward certification through the National Board. They join more than 30 National Board Certified teachers throughout the district, collectively bringing decades of experience to Round Rock ISD campuses and classrooms. view article

Southwest ISD bus overturns with 33 students on board, no major injuries reported

January 2808:18 AM

A Southwest Independent School District bus overturned during the ride to school early Tuesday morning. The accident happened just before 8 a.m. along Southwest Loop 410 and Old Pearsall Road on the Southwest Side. Authorities said the bus barely struck a curb while entering the highway before flipping onto its left side and skidding a short distance. About 33 students were on board and were headed to Legacy High School. view article

Several Houston ISD schools experience issues with heating as students return after winter storm

January 2808:17 AM

Several Houston ISD campuses experienced heating issues on Tuesday as students returned to class following the weekend's winter storm. On Monday, after announcing that the district would resume normal school operations on Tuesday, Houston ISD said it had begun preparations and taken proactive steps to brace for the storm's impact. In a message on the district's website, it said it would begin district-wide heating checks at 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning and that it would be easy to identify and address any issues as soon as they arose. view article

Dallas ISD closed Thursday. See which school districts are open or closed

January 2805:00 AM

Ice and snow on the roads, in parking lots and on walkways is melting. Dallas-Fort Worth school districts decide if it’s enough for kids to return to school. Dallas ISD says no. After a winter storm hit Dallas-Fort Worth over the weekend and led North Texas schools to cancel class, several districts are starting to announce that they will remain closed Thursday. Many schools and universities canceled class Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. While sunnier skies returned Wednesday afternoon, helping to melt ice on roads, some districts determined that conditions still did not seem safe enough to have students return to classrooms. view article

Dallas ISD closed Thursday. See which school districts are open or closed

January 2805:00 AM

Ice and snow on the roads, in parking lots and on walkways is melting. Dallas-Fort Worth school districts decide if it’s enough for kids to return to school. Dallas ISD says no. view article

Dense freezing fog possible Wednesday across North Texas as region continues to thaw out

January 2805:00 AM

The fog produces a drizzle that will freeze and form a clear glaze, presenting a hazard similar to black ice. (no article) view article

What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections

January 2805:00 AM

Our detailed guide shows what will be on the ballot, mail-in voting information, voter registration requirements, important dates to know and much more. view article

Texas pauses H-1B visas for high-skilled workers at colleges and state agencies

January 2805:00 AM

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a pause on new H-1B visa applications for foreign workers at all state agencies and public universities, effective immediately through May 31, 2027. This directive aims to prioritize hiring Texans for positions funded by taxpayers, with exceptions requiring Texas Workforce Commission approval. Key details of the directive: Scope: Applies to all state-run agencies, public universities, and higher education institutions in Texas. Duration: The freeze lasts until May 31, 2027. Data Reporting: Institutions must submit detailed reports on current H-1B holders, including job titles, countries of origin, and expiration dates. Exceptions: Exceptions may be granted by the Texas Workforce Commission. Context: This move follows increased scrutiny of foreign worker usage in state-funded institutions, following reports of high-cost sponsorship, according to KSAT. The policy is designed to ensure that state government and educational institutions prioritize Texas residents for employment opportunities. Gov. Abbott orders Texas universities, agencies to halt H-1B visa ... view article

Thousands of East Texans remain without power after winter storm shuts down most of state

January 2805:00 AM

LUFKIN — Thousands of East Texans remain without power days after a winter storm paralyzed most of the state over the weekend. Many may be without power until Sunday as utility workers traverse icy roads in dense forests to restore power.Winter Storm Fern spread across the U.S. from New Mexico to the Northeast over the weekend, leaving thick layers of ice and snow in its wake. Residents across Texas saw temperatures drop below freezing and power outages that lasted anywhere from a few minutes to days. East Texas was the only region in Texas to lose power for an extended period of time. view article

Census: Texas led U.S. in population growth in 2025, but immigration slowed

January 2805:00 AM

Texas’ population grew at a slower pace in 2025 than in previous years, according to new federal data. Nearly 32 million people now live in the state. view article

Texas winter storm updates: Power grid holds up through its tightest condition on Monday, Gov. Abbott says

January 2708:30 AM

Texas winter storm updates: Power grid holds up through its tightest condition on Monday, Gov. Abbott says While wintry precipitation exits Texas, freezing temperatures will continue Monday over much of the state. The severe weather has triggered hundreds of flight cancellations in Texas and many school districts are closed Monday. While this storm wasn’t as severe as 2021’s Winter Storm Uri, which killed at least 246 people, memories of the grid’s failure are still fresh almost five years later. view article

Texas agriculture commissioner primary: Who is running and what you need to know

January 2708:30 AM

Agriculture is the second largest industry in Texas, which is home to more than 230,000 farms. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 Democratic and Republican primaries to oversee the agriculture department and where they stand on the issues. view article

San Antonio-area school staying open Monday sparks backlash from parents

January 2708:17 AM

Many school districts across Central Texas have decided to cancel classes amid a winter storm lingering on Monday, January 26. However, a few in the San Antonio area have decided to stay open, leaving parents mixed with support and disapproval. Some parents are upset with the Poteet Independent School District for keeping its schools open during the Texas winter storm. The district posted its decision on Sunday, January 25, writing that school will resume as normal on Monday. Buses will run at a regular time, according to its Facebook post. view article

Will Dallas ISD students have to make up snow days? Here’s the district’s plan

January 2706:54 AM

The district canceled school for Monday and Tuesday. No matter when schools reopen, Dallas ISD won’t need to add extra days to its calendar to make up for this week’s closures. Over the weekend, district officials announced school would be canceled on Monday and Tuesday, as roads across much of North Texas remain icy. In their announcement, district officials said they would make those two days up on April 6 and May 4. view article

La Porte ISD will resume a regular schedule on Tuesday.

January 2705:29 AM

After closely evaluating road conditions in coordination with the City of La Porte, meeting with the National Weather Service and Emergency Operations officials, and consulting with other area superintendents, La Porte ISD will resume a regular schedule on Tuesday. Please note that the forecast continues to call for very cold temperatures in the morning. Students and staff are strongly encouraged to dress warmly — in layers — especially those waiting at bus stops. We appreciate everyone’s patience and support during this time and look forward to seeing our students and staff on Tuesday morning. Adam J. Holland view article

Houston ISD plans to reopen Tuesday after winter storm

January 2705:22 AM

Houston ISD announced that it plans to reopen classes and resume normal operations Tuesday following the winter storm that brought subfreezing temperatures to the area this weekend. HISD, along with every other public school district in the Houston area, canceled classes Monday out of an abundance of caution due to hazardous travel conditions and dangerously low temperatures. The district wrote that its facilities and maintenance teams have taken proactive steps to ensure its campuses are ready to welcome students and staff back Tuesday. view article

Low test scores on one campus can trigger a state takeover in Texas, affecting Black, Hispanic and low-income students most

January 2705:00 AM

Low test scores on one campus can trigger a state takeover in Texas, affecting Black, Hispanic and low-income students most The demographic makeup of the “trigger” schools raises questions about whether Texas' accountability system fairly considers historic inequities tied to race and poverty.The Texas Education Agency last year launched plans to take over four school districts due to low academic performance, confiscating decision-making power from elected leaders based on state-issued F grades at six campuses. view article

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