In the last year, school districts have dealt with budget deficits, enrollment shortfalls and layoffs, all while Gov. Greg Abbott has unsuccessfully pushed for a school voucher plan unpopular among public school supporters.
Kassem defended his actions during his four-day trial by emphasizing that he had authority to commit those crimes. He maintained that he received approval from the Waller County District Attorney to conduct undercover investigations.
On Thursday's show: We learn why the Harris County Jail has failed a safety inspection for the fifth time. And we find out why laws passed requiring kids to get more physical education at school haven't worked.
The Texas Education Agency changed a lot about the state’s standardized test over the past couple years. Researchers and teachers worry the new approach to writing could kill creativity, but the TEA argues it better reflects how learning…
Developments in recent weeks and years brought on by a true crime podcast had brought attention to Cantu's case and public outcry for Texas to stop his execution.