Preventive Law: The Texas Administrative Procedures Act

Ever wondered how the regulations that impact public schools are made? Regulations are created by Texas state agencies under the requirements of The Texas Administrative Procedure Act. These types of laws were adopted across the country, beginning in the 1940s, to ensure fairness while bringing efficiency and accuracy into the states’ administrative processes.
Federal Judge Blocks Key Border Enforcement Law Provisions

The ruling blocks Texas DPS from enforcing a state law making illegal reentry a crime and allowing the state to issue “removal” orders against illegal aliens. A federal judge has once again blocked major portions of Texas’ border enforcement law Senate Bill 4, stopping the state from enforcing its new “reentry” crime and deportation process against noncitizens with prior removal histories—just as those provisions were set to take effect.
Long lines linger at Houston’s biggest airport as TSA agents miss work during partial government shutdown

The ongoing partial government shutdown has led to long security lines at airports across the country, but no airport has felt the effects as acutely as George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston. On Thursday, wait times at Bush, one of the nation’s busiest airports, reached four hours or more, with lines extending outside its terminals. Passenger volume at Bush is expected to get worse this weekend, driven by major events in Houston, including the NCAA Men’s basketball tournament. The lines are a result of many Transportation Security Administration officers — who aren’t getting paid during the shutdown — not coming to work. As airline passengers waited in long lines and congressional negotiators appeared far from a deal to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, President Donald Trump late Thursday said on social media that he will sign an emergency order for the department, which oversees TSA, to immediately pay TSA officers. He did not elaborate where the money for the agency, unfunded by Congress for more than a month, would come from.
Northside ISD has nearly $200 million in 2022 bond project ‘on hold’

Nine school improvement projects totaling nearly $200 million from Northside Independent School District's 2022 bond issue are "on hold" with no indication of when the projects will be built. Just four years after its nearly $1 billion bond election, San Antonio's largest school district intends to seek voter approval in November on a bond package for security upgrades and other improvements. Northside's Building Committee got an update Wednesday on the $198.47 million in projects that were approved nearly four years ago but have not since been executed. Superintendent John Craft told a panel of trustees he wants to "be careful in not putting millions and millions of dollars into these facilities and then having to come back in a very short amount of time (and saying), 'Well, we really need more science labs.'
147 measles cases reported in Texas so far this year, most of them in federal detention centers

Local officials report that 108 of the cases originated in a contracted detention facility in Hudspeth County. The largest outbreak is in a single contracted federal detention facility in Hudspeth County, as of March 18, according to DSHS. Hudspeth County Judge Joanna MacKenzie told The Texas Tribune that the 108 cases are all at the West Texas Detention Facility, which is managed by LaSalle Corrections, a private company. The facility has previously housed immigrant detainees, though it’s not clear if it still does. It does not appear on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s list of detention facilities. “Not having jurisdiction, my office is not involved in response,” MacKenzie added in a statement, “however I remain in communication with DSHS and LaSalle, as I regularly do.”
Why an East Texas rancher donated part of his water rights to the state

JEFFERSON COUNTY — Bob Sanders bumps along the dirt roads of his 1,100-acre ranch in a beat up burgundy Chevrolet Suburban, the engine roaring as his sprawling cattle operation, known locally for its wagyu beef, stretches around him. A shotgun rides in the passenger seat and battered binoculars sit on the dashboard. The sloping pasture where his rust-colored cows graze gives way to trees that flank a narrow ribbon of water. It doesn’t look like much, just a slow-moving channel threading through sweetgums and cypress, but this 2.6-mile stretch of the Big Cypress Bayou carries a lot of weight — it connects Lake O’ the Pines, the region’s main water supply, to Caddo Lake, the state’s only natural lake. Water feels abundant in the area. But even in this lush corner of the state, water is increasingly top of mind. For Sanders and many of his neighbors, the bayou represents something increasingly fragile in Texas: water that still belongs to the landscape it came from. The sloping pasture where his rust-colored cows graze gives way to trees that flank a narrow ribbon of water. It doesn’t look like much, just a slow-moving channel threading through sweetgums and cypress, but this 2.6-mile stretch of the Big Cypress Bayou carries a lot of weight — it connects Lake O’ the Pines, the region’s main water supply, to Caddo Lake, the state’s only natural lake. Water feels abundant in the area. But even in this lush corner of the state, water is increasingly top of mind. For Sanders and many of his neighbors, the bayou represents something increasingly fragile in Texas: water that still belongs to the landscape it came from.

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Sally (Womack) Smith, age 79, of Lufkin, Texas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born November 1, 1946, in Lufkin, Texas, where she spent her life loving, serving, and caring for others. Sally is survived by her husband of fifty-four years, Joe Smith; her son, Joshua Smith; her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Smith; and her grandson, Jason Smith, who was a constant source of pride and joy. view article

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The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization, is dedicated to helping Texans vote. Every major state and federal election, we produce comprehensive voter guides and reporting. We’ve collected our voting resources on this page for you to easily find and share them with others. view article

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Just a few months ago, the smart home device company Ring paid millions of dollars to run a seemingly innocuous Super Bowl advertisement about finding lost dogs. Using the app’s now-defunct “Search Party” function, the ad showed how users could share a picture of their lost dog with Ring, which would access customer camera feeds and use artificial intelligence to locate their pet. Ring’s marketing team probably thought the ad would be heartwarming and well received. Instead, they almost immediately faced backlash from viewers concerned about the wide-reaching implications of home surveillance and data-sharing with police. view article

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Carroll Independent School District (ISD) is celebrating a significant legal victory over a Biden administration rule that the district said would have allowed men who identify as women into girls’ bathrooms and locker rooms. “This outcome represents a significant legal victory for Carroll ISD, for the state of Texas, the entire nation and for those committed to preserving the original intent of Title IX, which was to ensure women and girls had equal access to educational opportunities, expanded opportunities in athletics, and extended protections in sex-based discrimination like the prevention from boys accessing our daughters bathrooms, locker rooms and competing on their athletic teams,” Carroll ISD Board of Trustees President Cameron Bryan said during his president’s report this week. view article

Pflugerville ISD parents slam superintendent over lack of transparency on school closures

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Parents rallied outside of the Pflugerville ISD Office on Friday in continued efforts to challenge the district on its decision to close four schools in 2027-28 as part of its balanced budget process. view article

Austin ISD needs to pass a budget by the end of June. It still hasn’t released a plan

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The Austin Independent School District expects a $181 million deficit in its next budget. But officials still haven’t released a proposal for what cuts will be made. The district originally said it would release a plan for the next budget by Thursday. Now, it won’t be released until June 4, adding to the uncertainty teachers and parents have been feeling for the last few weeks. view article

Pasadena ISD could vote on possible school closure, restructuring plans

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The Pasadena ISD Board of Education could take up a vote on a possible school closure and restructuring plans Tuesday night. The agenda includes action involving McMasters Elementary school, including the possibility of closure, consolidation, or attendance zoning changes. view article

Huffman ISD family says they were never told about possible bullying before autistic teen’s death

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A Huffman ISD mother says she never knew her 15-year-old son may have been struggling with bullying before he took his own life. Now, as parents and students in the community speak out, mental health experts are warning families to pay attention to signs that children may be suffering in silence. view article

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD names lone superintendent finalist

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Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District Board of Trustees has named Dr. Jason Adams as their lone superintendent finalist, the district stated in a press release Friday morning. Dr. Adams will be joining GCISD from Garland ISD, where he is currently the Deputy Superintendent. At Garland ISD his work has contributed to updating district-wide learning strategies, school improvement efforts, and created some of the highest College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) outcomes in North Texas. He also helped to create strong student outcomes while also improving the district's budget. view article

Seguin ISD talks about the future of its Dual Language Program

May 2608:24 AM

Rumors about the future of the dual language program at Seguin ISD’s Rodriguez Elementary have sparked concern among parents, many of whom say they were upset to learn about a possible move before receiving any official communication from the district. But district officials say that’s because no decision has been made. view article

As enrollment declines, Arlington ISD leaders signal potential school closures

May 2608:24 AM

Arlington ISD officials say the district is at an inflection point. Declining enrollment has impacted the school system for years — and it doesn’t show any signs of stopping in the next five. During a special meeting Thursday, Superintendent Matt Smith said the district will have to evaluate all options to attract students and keep them enrolled. Doing so will require big choices in the near future, including new programs and the consolidation or closure of schools, he added. view article

Former Marshall ISD aide back in jail after bond revoked

May 2608:24 AM

A Marshall woman and former Marshall ISD educational aide is back behind bars after her bond was revoked. Harrison County jail records show 37-year-old Rachel Ann Kirspel was booked into the Harrison County jail May 22. That is two days after she was released on bond in a case involving injury to a child, elderly, or disabled person with intent to cause bodily injury. view article

Former Magnolia ISD teacher charged after inappropriate contact with students, records allege

May 2608:21 AM

A former Magnolia ISD teacher is now in custody and charged with an improper relationship between an educator and a student. Court documents reveal that 40-year-old Jason Maldonado worked at Magnolia Parkway Elementary school as a second-grade teacher. view article

Montgomery County Pct. 5 Constables arrest Former Magnolia ISD Teacher

May 2608:18 AM

Montgomery County Precinct 5 Constables are actively investigating allegations involving a former second-grade teacher that was employed at Magnolia Parkway Elementary School in the Magnolia Independent School District. The investigation began in December 2025 following a report received through Child Protective Services alleging inappropriate contact between the teacher and students. Since that time, Montgomery County Precinct 5 Investigators have conducted multiple forensic interviews with students, interviewed witnesses and school personnel, and contacted numerous families associated with the classroom. view article

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Budget discussions continue for Austin ISD, as leaders ask for additional time before releasing a full 2026–27 proposal while working to close a projected $181 million deficit. Officials said they are still exploring ways to preserve the student experience as much as possible, despite the expected cuts. view article

Progreso ISD student drowns after jumping into canal, Sheriff says

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A teenager drowned after attempting to free a fishing line in a canal located at Mile 1 West and Mile 10 in rural North Mercedes, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. A spokesperson from the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as Samuel Hernandez, 17. view article

Coastal Bend school districts offering free summer meals for kids and teens

May 2608:02 AM

CCISD will offer free breakfast and lunch meals for children ages 1-18 and students with disabilities up to age 21 at multiple campuses from Monday-Thursday/Friday this summer. Meals must be eaten on site with parent supervision. view article

Plano ISD plans to use AI to announce graduate names, but some students are petitioning against it

May 2607:49 AM

Plano ISD will use artificial intelligence to announce student names at all high school graduation ceremonies this spring, a move the district says will improve accuracy and create a more seamless experience. In an email to parents, the district wrote: "Names matter, and we want your big moment to feel personal and accurate." view article

Rallies, ad blitzes and a Trump endorsement: inside the final days of the Cornyn-Paxton runoff

May 2605:00 AM

John Cornyn is trying to fend off Ken Paxton. Both parties are picking attorney general nominees. And an oil and gas regulatory race has become uncharacteristically costly. Nearly 14 months and $135 million later, Texas’ blockbuster Republican Senate primary will finally be decided Tuesday. It’s a battle that nominally began last April, but whose contours were set long before — in 2023, when Cornyn cast doubt on President Donald Trump’s electability and Paxton faced an impeachment from members of his own party; in 2022, when Cornyn negotiated a bipartisan gun safety bill and Paxton was one of just two elected officials to show up at Trump’s presidential campaign launch; or perhaps in 2020, when the attorney general led the legal charge to overturn Trump’s presidential election loss. view article

House Democratic runoff heats up in the Rio Grande Valley, where the party hopes to reverse GOP gains

May 2605:00 AM

Texas House District 41 was opened by the retirement of Rep. Bobby Guerra, a Democrat. Donald Trump carried the district with 50.3% of the vote in 2024. Voters in the Rio Grande Valley on Tuesday will decide a pair of spicy runoffs for Texas House District 41 in the heart of President Donald Trump’s massive gains in the region in 2024. Republicans are eyeing a seat opened by the retirement of Rep. Bobby Guerra, a Democrat from Mission who represented the area since 2013, after the president carried the district last cycle with 50.3% of the vote — a 7-point swing to the right from his 2020 performance. Similar lurches toward Republicans played out across the Texas-Mexico border, where the Texas GOP’s yearslong efforts to make inroads with Latino voters helped Trump claim 14 of the 18 counties within 20 miles of the border, including some that had not voted for a Republican presidential candidate in more than a century. view article

GOP megadonor turned attorney general front-runner: How Mayes Middleton’s largesse fueled his rise

May 2208:39 AM

Middleton helped fund the Legislature’s swing to the right, and an internecine challenge to Ken Paxton. But that’s nothing next to the money he’s spent on himself. WASHINGTON — When Michael Burgess first ran for Congress in 2002, his name was sandwiched between two now-familiar politicians on the Republican ballot. Above him was John Cornyn, making his first bid for U.S. Senate. Further down was Ken Paxton, a then first-time candidate running for the state House in Collin County. All three won those initial races in a landmark year for the Texas GOP, when the party established the trifecta control of Austin it’s maintained ever since. Twenty-four years later, Cornyn and Paxton are on a collision course, battling in an ugly runoff to be the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate seat Cornyn has occupied for over two decades. Burgess, a Lewisville Republican and affable policy wonk, retired at the end of 2024. Having observed both for decades, he’s backing Cornyn. view article

Dems slam Maureen Galindo’s comments as antisemitic in TX-35 runoff

May 2208:33 AM

Some party leaders are also also alleging GOP interference on behalf of Galindo, who said she would “turn Karnes ICE Detention Center into a prison for American Zionists” if elected. Democratic leaders are condemning Texas congressional candidate Maureen Galindo over her latest round of antisemitic comments. Galindo finished first in the Democratic primary for Texas’ 35th Congressional District and is in a runoff election against Bexar County Sheriff’s Deputy Johnny Garcia. Democratic leaders in Washington and Texas have backed Garcia amidst a mysterious six-figure advertising campaign to boost Galindo, a sex therapist and housing advocate. Last weekend, Galindo said in an Instagram post that she intends to write legislation to “turn Karnes ICE Detention Center into a prison for American Zionists and former ICE officers for human trafficking.” view article

One AISD staff prepares for busy weekend of graduation celebrations

May 2108:40 AM

ABILENE, Texas — Members of the One AISD staff spent Thursday morning preparing for a weekend of graduation ceremonies honoring the Class of 2026. Led by Mrs. Alison Camp, staff members worked together setting up chairs and making final preparations to ensure each ceremony is ready for students, families and community members gathering to celebrate graduating seniors. The district’s graduation schedule begins Friday evening with the ceremony for Abilene High School, followed by two ceremonies Saturday morning. view article

Cheaper power bills or climate goals? New gas plants in Austin force controversial choice

May 2108:37 AM

The Austin City Council, acting as the board of Austin Energy, is set to vote Thursday on a controversial proposal to add new natural gas plants that could be turned on when demand for power spikes during extreme weather or other grid emergencies. The proposal calls for adding 400 megawatts of power from natural gas “peaker” plants. view article

Abilene ISD honors top seniors at Abilene High, Cooper High and ATEMS for Class of 2026

May 2108:30 AM

BIG COUNTRY, Texas — Abilene ISD’s highest-achieving seniors in the Class of 2026 were recognized on Wednesday as campuses announced their top students. Young talent takes center stage with Abilene ISD’s new arts program Principals at Abilene High School and Cooper High School each named their top 25 students based on grade point average. The Academy of Technology, Engineering, Math, and Science honored the top 10 percent of its graduating class. view article

Multiple Houston-area school districts announce campus closures, matching national trend

May 2108:28 AM

As Houston-area school districts wrap up the school year, several have announced that some campuses will not reopen in the fall. It's a change school districts say must happen, but it's a shift families say is adding a lot of uncertainty to their lives. view article

El Paso ISD grapples with $52.8 million deficit, considers major cuts

May 2108:26 AM

The El Paso Independent School District is now grappling with a $52.8 million deficit that could spur deep cuts. The district presented an update on its financial status during a Tuesday, May 19, regular session of the Board of Trustees, outlining the circumstances affecting the district’s budget and the comprehensive steps being taken to secure long-term financial stability. view article

Ysleta ISD leaders warn tough budget decisions ahead amid shrinking fund balance

May 2108:26 AM

The Ysleta Independent School District is in danger of wiping out its savings without significant changes as part of the 2026-27 budget, the district’s internal auditor and chief financial officer warned the school board Wednesday night. view article

Austin ISD senior detained by ICE to be released following judge’s order

May 2108:25 AM

Detained Austin high school senior Luis Fernando Cabrera Chavarria, whose family, friends and community rallied for his release from ICE custody for weeks, will be released Wednesday, in time to attend his graduation from Northeast Early College High School. view article

‘Nothing was broken or stolen’: Cotulla ISD bars 20 seniors from graduation after senior prank

May 2108:25 AM

Twenty Cotulla High School seniors will not be allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies after district officials said students entered school property without authorization and caused damage, according to a statement from Cotulla Independent School District. The district said the incident happened overnight and involved “conduct that resulted in disruption and damage to school premises.” After reviewing the circumstances, district officials determined the students violated expectations for student conduct and would not be allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies. view article

Special needs student in Killeen will be allowed to walk the stage during graduation ceremony

May 2108:25 AM

KWTX has confirmed Sean Roberts, 18, a special needs student, will be able to walk the the stage during his graduation ceremony. Roberts is nonverbal and walks with the assistance of devices and those around him. His school initially told his mother he would not be allowed to walk the stage because it would take too long for him to walk across the stage. view article

Alvin ISD closes 2 elementary schools for rest of the year due to significant water damage amid Houston storms

May 2108:25 AM

Alvin Independent School District announced Wednesday that Wilder and Marek Elementary Schools will be closed for the remainder of the school year due to significant water damage as rounds of heavy rain and storms continue moving through the Houston area. Initially, district officials said they expected both schools to reopen on Thursday, but that changed in a Wednesday afternoon update. view article

Classes at two Pearland elementary schools canceled the rest of the school year due to storm damage

May 2108:25 AM

Classes have been canceled at two different Alvin ISD schools in Pearland for the rest of the school year due to storm damage, the district announced Wednesday. We first told you on KHOU 11 Morning News that Wilder Elementary School was damaged by the storm system that moved through overnight. The district later confirmed that Marek Elementary would also be closed. view article

Beaumont ISD Board of Managers set to consider a possible school closure

May 2108:24 AM

In a district meeting the Beaumont ISD Board of Managers will consider closing the Paul A. Brown Learning Center. view article

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