Fifteen families representing 16 children are now part of a civil lawsuit against Midland ISD and several former employees after details of alleged child abuse at South Elementary emerged in September. view article

Wichita Falls ISD is taking steps toward a major addition to its athletic programs with a plan in place to add wrestling to sporting opportunities for students. view article

In his announcement, French said he would bring his “America First” approach to the Railroad Commission. view article

University officials dispute the faculty council’s conclusion. Melissa McCoul lost her job after a video of a classroom debate went viral. view article

Texans have started to receive partial SNAP payments  Some Texans started receiving SNAP benefits on Monday after food assistance payments for November were delayed for more than a week as a result of the federal government shutdown.  “SNAP clients who usually get their benefits between the 1st and 10th of the month will see partial benefits on their Lone Star Cards Nov. 10,” Tiffany Young of Texas Health and Human Services Commission said in an email. “For SNAP clients who receive benefits on or after the 11th of the month, partial benefits will be issued on their normal issuance date.” view article

If approved by the House, the agreement would fund the government through the end of January, with certain agencies funded through September, including those that provide food assistance. The U.S. Senate passed a funding deal late Monday to end the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown, sending the bill to the House of Representatives and inching closer to restoring full SNAP benefits and ending air travel chaos.  The bill was backed by nearly every GOP senator, including Texas Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, along with eight Democrats, giving the measure enough support — 60 votes to 40 — to clear the upper chamber. The funding package still needs to pass the House, where Republicans’ narrow majority affords them only a few defections unless they receive Democratic support.  If approved, the deal would fund the government through the end of January, with certain agencies funded through September, including those that provide food assistance payments. As part of the agreement, Democrats will also get a vote on an extension of the Affordable Care Act subsidies that have been at the center of the dispute, which has left thousands of federal workers without pay since the shutdown began Oct. 1. view article

President Donald Trump's administration is demanding states "undo" full SNAP benefits paid out under judges' orders last week, now that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed those rulings, marking the latest swing in a seesawing legal battle over the anti-hunger program used by 42 million Americans.  The demand from the U.S. Department of Agriculture came as more than two dozen states warned of "catastrophic operational disruptions" if the Trump administration does not reimburse them for those SNAP benefits they authorized before the Supreme Court's stay. view article

The Amarillo Independent School District and University Interscholastic League (UIL) have both confirmed they are aware of a situation involving a possible ineligible player on the Amarillo High varsity football team. Multiple sources in Amarillo and Lubbock athletic programs reported allegations of an ineligible player to NewsChannel 10, claiming it may impact district standings and playoff implications. view article

The November supermoon, also known as the "beaver supermoon," lit up skies across the globe, offering a stunning view as the closest full moon of 2025. This astronomical event brought the moon within approximately 221,000 miles of Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. Observers enjoyed unique atmospheric effects, including lunar halos and the Northern Lights, enhancing the spectacle. view article

When you walk the halls of Ben Milam Elementary School in North Texas, one member of the staff stands out — and walks on four paws. Journey, a 2 ½-year-old Golden Retriever-Labrador mix, is Dallas ISD’s only full-time scholar support dog. “This is her happy place,” said Dr. Charles White, a parent support specialist at the school. “Cause she wants to come to school.” view article

The funds will help the workforce training institution fix campus infrastructure and expand its footprint at a time when the state has seen a decline in skilled workers in some fields. view article

Another North Texas school district may be considering closing campuses. McKinney ISD has a special board meeting Wednesday night to talk about possible changes for the next school year. According to the meeting agenda, the board will talk about repurposing three unnamed elementary schools in the southwest area of the district. They will also discuss new attendance zones for elementary, middle and high schools for the next school year. view article

After weeks of hearing from frustrated parents, the Austin Independent School District announced Tuesday it plans to wait at least another year to implement proposed district-wide school boundary changes. In a letter to parents on Tuesday night, Superintendent Matias Segura said the board will still vote Nov. 20 on parts of the draft consolidation plan, including the plan to relocate schoolwide dual language programs and the proposal to consolidate 10 campuses. view article

It's the first Tuesday in November, and it's Election Day.  Seventeen changes to the state constitution are on the ballot. All Texas voters can have their say on the matter.  More locally, the voters of the city's 18th Congressional District will get to choose a successor for U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died in March. A long list of candidates are running for the position.  There are other races happening here, from Houston City Council to the various school boards. If you haven't managed to get out and vote yet, you can consult our voter guide to help you make an informed decision at the polls.  view article

When Mandy Giles launched Parents of Trans Youth in 2022, her goal was to provide a support group for those coming to terms with having a transgender child.  Giles, a Houston-based mother who raised two nonbinary children, said that issue is no longer the primary concern for parents joining her group. In today's political climate, she says they mostly ask: “How do I keep my child safe?”  The question is often raised as the transgender community faces legal setbacks at the state and federal levels. LGBTQ+ youth have been particularly affected as laws like Senate Bill 12 bar them from hosting certain clubs at school in the name of “parental rights.”  view article

Socorro Independent School District Superintendent James Vasquez was incorrectly included on a list Tuesday of “more than 100 elected officials from every region of Texas” endorsing James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate, campaign officials said. view article

New transmission lines will cost over $200 per year for the average residential consumer in most parts of the state. view article

A Trump administration proposal would strip Texas’ more than 86,000 DACA recipients of their work permits — including two nurses who say they’ll move to other states if that happens.  t 16 years old, Ivonne Cruz felt hopeless. She was a single mother and an undocumented immigrant, working the register of a Dallas McDonald’s. Her career options seemed slim, but she told herself that if she worked hard enough, she could achieve her dream of becoming a nurse. view article

Forecasters called it a "killing freeze" that will end the growing season for farmers.The first freeze of the season is arriving tonight across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, with temperatures expected to plunge well below freezing—the region's first real taste of winter. view article

Austin— The 2025-26 officers for the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) were elected during the Association’s 2025 Delegate Assembly, which was held Sept. 13 in Houston. New TASB President Tony Hopkins of Friendswood ISD succeeds Immediate Past President Rolinda Schmidt of Kerrville ISD. Mary Jane Hetrick of Dripping Springs ISD now serves as president-elect. First vice-president is Dan Micciche of Dallas ISD, and second vice-president is Sylvia Sánchez Garza of South Texas ISD. Justin Chapa of Arlington ISD serves as secretary-treasurer.  view article

The House Agriculture and Livestock Committee heard from experts and concerned citizens about the dangers of a parasite making its way toward the U.S. border from Mexico.    With Texas agriculture officials warning of the dire threat posed by a flesh-eating parasite advancing toward the U.S.-Mexico border, state lawmakers are considering how to confront the looming reemergence of the New World screwworm—an invasive pest experts say could devastate the state’s livestock and hunting industries unless swift action is taken.  The New World screwworm is a parasite native to South America that eats the tissue of warm-blooded mammals. view article

Milano ISD Superintendent Dr. Elisabeth Avila Luevanos has died following a recent accident, the district has announced. The district described Luevanos as a "devoted leader, educator and advocate for students whose impact on our schools and community will be felt for years to come." view article

Some Beaumont ISD teachers will soon be able to make six figures through the Teacher Incentive Allotment, or TIA program, which is in its early phases in the district. The Texas Education Agency approved the district's application in August for incentives in teacher pay. BISD receives an annual amount for each eligible teacher and may use the funds to incentivize teachers to stay. Teachers can also receive more money depending on the students they serve. view article

The White House and GM just backed Lithium Americas’ Thacker Pass with an unprecedented investment - reshaping the battery supply chain and drawing new attention to the explorer next door.  The White House just made a power move.  In September 2025, they announced a 5% equity stake in Lithium Americas and another 5% stake in its GM joint venture at Thacker Pass. The package activates a $2.26 billion federal loan, with an initial $435 million draw to accelerate the project into productioni view article

Texas has lost 61 percent of its honeybee colony population over the early spring and summer, a decline that reflects a similar trend across the U.S. This may have a national impact on food supplies. In January, reports from U.S. beekeepers of high honeybee colony losses began to surface. The data collected showed not only the highest loss of bee colonies on record, but also, unlike most years, the high loss mostly affected commercial operations.  With losses stacking into the summer, data from Apiary Inspectors of America shows that more than 55 percent of U.S. bee colonies disappeared, equating to a national loss of 1.7 million colonies out of about 2.7 million colonies in America.    In economic terms, that meant an estimated loss of $600 million.   Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that Texas is home to nearly 271,000 of these colonies, ranking third in the nation.  view article

"They are allowed to get on a plane and come across to our state and play immediately, taking the place, many times, of a community kid."  The University Interscholastic League will no longer allow foreign exchange students to take part in varsity sports. view article

HUNTINGTON — Huntington High School special education students in Mario Sanchez’s life skills class now operate their own coffee shop.“Our first year, we started out with just a coffee cart,” said Sanchez, who also coaches baseball and football. “Now you can order anything Starbucks has, be it hot, iced, blended or whatever.” view article

AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today released early voting numbers for the first week of early voting ahead of the Nov. 4 Election. Texas counties reported that as of Sunday evening, 561,819 ballots were cast. In-person voting reflected the vast majority of the votes. The vote-by-mail cumulative was 23,510.    “Statewide, Texans are going to the polls to vote on 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution, and many will also have the opportunity to weigh in on local or special elections,” said Secretary of State Nelson. “Now is a good time for eligible voters to make a plan for voting early or casting their ballot on Election Day.”  view article

Texas Politics Project’s Joshua Blank joins the TribCast to walk through the 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot this November view article

In a milestone day for education in East Texas, Longview ISD, Kilgore College, and The University of Texas at Tyler formally signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) creating new college pathways for Longview students. The agreement was followed by two major family engagement events that drew hundreds of parents and students eager to learn more about higher education opportunities. view article

South Oak Cliff High School is known for excellence on the football field, but there's another activity where students excel...chess. "We're on the football team, we're also on the basketball team," SOC football player Criston Ivy said as he played chess. "We're trying everything!" "These are the people that are playing," Chess Club Coach Tyne Thompson said. "It's not just the nerd with a book. Chess is a very inclusive sport, because it is a sport." view article

When is daylight saving time 2025? view article

Dozens of people spoke at a special-called New Braunfels ISD board meeting after the closure of middle and high school libraries in the district. view article

A domestic disturbance in Alvarado on a Thursday escalated into a murder investigation the very next day, which led to the arrest of Brandon Ashley about 180 miles away. view article

A mother wants accountability from Richardson ISD after her son was stabbed Wednesday morning by another student with a paring knife. Following the incident with her son, the district also revealed another student was caught on campus with a firearm in a separate incident on the same day. Lonnieshi Dollarhide spoke to us at Parkland Hospital, where her son JaeShon is recovering from his injuries. It started with an early morning phone call. view article