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.”
Corpus Christi’s crucial refineries look for alternate water supplies amid looming water crisis

Corpus Christi’s crucial refineries look for alternate water supplies amid looming water crisis Companies that own refineries in Corpus Christi say they are working to secure alternative water sources to maintain operations and prevent a shortage of gasoline and jet fuel in Texas and beyond as the city scrambles to delay or avoid a rapidly-escalating water crisis. The city earlier this week said it could enter a water emergency in as soon as two months; at that point the city would have roughly six months before supply could no longer meet demand. With gasoline prices rising amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, water limitations in the Coastal Bend — a growing fuel and chemical hub — could further drive up prices, industry officials said.
Texas education board approves 4,200 corrections in Bible-infused curriculum

Taxpayers will bear the cost of fixing errors in learning materials published by the Texas Education Agency. The curriculum has drawn attention for its references to Christianity and the Bible. The Texas Education Agency received final approval Wednesday evening for roughly 4,200 corrections and changes to its elementary and secondary school curriculum. Voting 9-6, the State Board of Education approved the changes to Bluebonnet Learning after delaying a vote in January. Members had said they needed more time to review copyright concerns, formatting errors and typos.
Houston ISD trustees to make final decision on closing 12 schools

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston ISD officials are expected to finalize plans on Thursday to close 12 schools. RELATED: Houston ISD to close 12 schools in upcoming 2026-27 school year, district says This comes as multiple elected officials have asked the district to delay the decision, and, according to the district, 76 people have already signed up to speak at the HISD board meeting. District officials told Eyewitness News that there have been 24 meetings with HISD families over the past two weeks. ABC13 spoke with parents, teachers, and elected officials who say two weeks is not enough time for families to meaningfully participate in this process. HISD provided a list of these schools as being slated to close:
Galveston ISD becomes latest local school district to reject daily prayer periods, Bible readings

Houston ISD and several other area districts have voted against adopting designated prayer sessions, which are optional for students and staff under Senate Bill 11, while Magnolia ISD has approved them. All Texas districts face a March 1 deadline to make a decision about whether or not to implement them. Galveston ISD on Wednesday became the latest local school district to reject school prayer periods, which are permitted by a new Texas law.
Tyler-area school districts evaluate ties with Lifetouch amid corporate controversy

Several East Texas school districts are considering reviewing or terminating their contracts with Lifetouch following public scrutiny of the company’s corporate ownership. The controversy stems from alleged financial ties between Leon Black, the former CEO of Lifetouch’s parent firm, and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died by suicide in 2019. Following the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act in late 2025, mandating the release of millions of previously sealed Department of Justice records, and the recent 3.5 million-page “document dump” of the files, the public has raised concerns about any entities with ties to the individual named in the Epstein files. Read more at: https://tylerpaper.com/2026/02/17/tyler-area-school-districts-evaluate-ties-with-lifetouch-amid-corporate-controversy/ Black was recently mentioned in the newly released files. He resigned from Apollo in 2021. at: https://tylerpaper.com/2026/02/17/tyler-area-school-districts-evaluate-ties-with-lifetouch-amid-corporate-controversy/

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Northside ISD launching a San Antonio virtual school. What we know

March 1308:21 AM

For years, public schools pointed to private school vouchers and the charter school boom, saying they siphon students and state funding – drivers of sweeping school closures in San Antonio. A new Texas law allows districts to open virtual learning academies. San Antonio’s largest school district is moving forward. view article

Lubbock ISD rewriting review process for library books

March 1308:20 AM

Lubbock ISD is revising the review process for its School Library Advisory Council as Texas lawmakers reshape what books can be placed on public school library shelves. Texas Senate Bill 13, which took effect this academic school year, establishes content guidelines for school libraries and allows parents, community members, and employees to challenge any book in a school library. view article

Suspect arrested after entering Klein ISD front office with gun

March 1305:09 AM

A person is said to have been arrested after showing up with a gun to the front office of a Klein ISD elementary school. According to a letter from Zwink Elementary School Principal Linda Galicia, the incident happened Tuesday afternoon. view article

Fort Worth ISD benchmark exams show reading gains ahead of STAAR testing

March 1304:36 AM

Green bars filled the charts showing more students are testing at grade level than they were a year ago, the latest sign that Fort Worth ISD is making progress. Superintendent Karen Molinar presented the district’s latest benchmark exam results for school trustees’ review on Tuesday. The February assessments show gains across several subjects — including reading, science and social studies — offering a snapshot of how students are performing ahead of this spring’s STAAR tests. “There’s a lot of green in this report and a lot of improvement,” trustee Anne Darr said. view article

Rockdale ISD appoints new superintendent

March 1208:47 AM

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Rockdale Independent School District (RISD) swore in Michael Watson as the new superintendent Monday during a special board meeting. He will begin working at the district Friday. The district announced Watson as the lone finalist for superintendent in February after former RISD superintendent Denise Monzingo announced her retirement in October. The RISD Board of Trustees President Charles Miles commented on the leadership change in the announcement on the RISD website. “Dr. Watson brings a strong record of results and a leadership style that aligns with where we want to go as a district,” view article

‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ removed from White Oak ISD library checkout

March 1208:35 AM

A White Oak ISD committee voted 4-1 to move “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” from library circulation, citing concerns over student-appropriate content. view article

Thousands of Students Zoned to Dallas ISD Have Applied for Private School Vouchers

March 1208:31 AM

A program that grants taxpayer-funded stipends to families looking to send their children to private schools is expected to reach capacity in its first year, says acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock. Gov. Greg Abbott has long championed the “school choice” policy, which finally passed through the Legislature last summer after failing in the 2023 session. Critics have argued that the initiative will draw students away from public schools, which are already struggling to maintain class sizes. Because state funding for public schools is determined by attendance, opponents of the voucher system have warned that the stipends will undermine public education by diverting funds from the school districts that serve the majority of Texas children. view article

In the Rio Grande Valley, soaring Democratic turnout fuels party’s hope of turning the Trump tide

March 1208:30 AM

Democratic enthusiasm in the Valley’s four counties could foreshadow a November reversal of Trump’s historic 2024 sweep there — and signal that Latino voters have become swing voters. view article

March primary ensures record turnover for Texas congressional delegation

March 1208:30 AM

Twelve House incumbents from Texas are set to leave Congress after this year, with the possibility of additional turnover in the May runoffs and November general election. view article

Rockdale ISD appoints new superintendent

March 1208:29 AM

Rockdale Independent School District (RISD) swore in Michael Watson as the new superintendent Monday during a special board meeting. He will begin working at the district Friday. The district announced Watson as the lone finalist for superintendent in February after former RISD superintendent Denise Monzingo announced her retirement in October. view article

What happens to the 1,450 Austin ISD staff affected by campus closures and turnarounds?

March 1208:25 AM

More than 13% of Austin Independent School District employees have spent the spring searching for new jobs after the school board voted to close 10 campuses and International High School this summer. Many hope to find positions within the district. view article

Austin ISD campuses set to close could be leased out to help deficit

March 1208:25 AM

Austin Independent School District (AISD) is asking the community to weigh in on what should happen to several campuses that are set to close as the district works to address its budget deficit. District leaders held a community meeting Wednesday night to gather feedback on how the properties could be repurposed. The meeting is part of a series of discussions the district is hosting as it considers what to do with campuses that will no longer be in use after this school year. view article

Convicted sex offender arrested near Itasca ISD campus following suspicous behavior

March 1208:23 AM

An individual identified as a convicted sex offender was arrested Tuesday afternoon after police observed him behaving suspiciously near the Itasca Independent School District campus, district officials said. In a letter posted to the district’s Facebook page, Itasca ISD officials said the incident happened around 3:25 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, near the intersection of Main Street and Wampus Cat Drive, close to the district’s campus in Itasca, Texas. view article

Police chase prompts Amarillo ISD to place all schools in ‘secure’ mode

March 1208:22 AM

A police chase prompted Amarillo ISD to place all schools in "secure" mode. "There is an ongoing police pursuit of a vehicle across town, affecting multiple schools," said the district in a message to parents. "We are carefully watching the situation and doing our best to make sure our schools are safe." view article

Lubbock ISD begins demolition of O.L. Slaton Middle School

March 1208:22 AM

Lubbock ISD has begun the demolition of O.L. Slaton Middle School to make way for a new elementary school at the site near 32nd St. and Ave. Q. Demolition crews started tearing down the O.L. Slaton building Wednesday as part of a broader campus consolidation plan approved by bond voters last year. view article

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‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ removed from White Oak ISD library checkout

March 1208:20 AM

A White Oak ISD committee voted 4-1 to move “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” from library circulation, citing concerns over student-appropriate content. view article

New Caney ISD seeking new teachers, employees at annual career fair

March 1208:06 AM

NCISD principals and administrators will be hiring teachers and other employees for the 2026-27 school year at the upcoming career fair, according to the district’s online career fair page. NCISD’s first day of school is Aug. 6. view article

Abilene student Ruby Rose among 6,000 applicants accepted to Air Force flight academy

March 1205:06 AM

While some students work toward a letterman jacket, Abilene ISD student Ruby Rose Fields is working toward something much higher: the chance to fly. We met Rose at the Freeman Jet Center in Abilene.While some students work toward a letterman jacket, Abilene ISD student Ruby Rose Fields is working toward something much higher: the chance to fly. We met Rose at the Freeman Jet Center in Abilene. view article

Texas students with disabilities struggle to qualify for extra school voucher funds

March 1205:00 AM

Confusion over the program’s special education requirements is making it difficult for families to meet a looming deadline — and creating more work for Texas school districts. Henry Herzog struggles with ADHD, anxiety and hypersensitivity to crowds and noise. The 7-year-old has a physician’s note to prove it. The medical diagnosis will give Henry priority when Texas decides which students may receive private school vouchers for the 2026-27 school year. Most students will qualify for roughly $10,500 in public funds to pay for private school during Texas’ inaugural rollout of a voucher program. Henry is among the children with disabilities who could also qualify for nearly $20,000 more. view article

Seagraves ISD Names Mann Superintendent

March 1109:11 AM

Seagraves ISD’s new lead administrator was in the boardroom when school trustees named her the lone finalist last week.Interviews and discussion occurred during an executive session. When school directors reconvened into a regular meeting setting, a motion was made to name Shelley Mann the lone finalist for superintendent.The vote wasn’t the typical “all those in favor, say ... view article

Liberty Hill ISD plans to return to five-day week next school year

March 1108:31 AM

Liberty Hill ISD is planning to return to a five-day week next school year. LHISD's board of trustees approved the new academic calendar for the 2026-27 school year during its March meeting Tuesday night. The district says several factors affected the decision, including TEA requirements and staff development opportunities that are more likely to be approved for districts with five-day weeks. view article

Klein Collins High School student accidentally fires gun in school bathroom, Klein ISD confirms

March 1108:31 AM

Officials with Klein Independent School District confirmed Monday afternoon that a student accidentally discharged a firearm inside a restroom at Klein Collins High School. No students or staff were injured during the incident. view article

Rockdale ISD appoints new Superintendent of Schools

March 1108:29 AM

The Rockdale Independent School District has officially appointed its new Superintendent of Schools! The district says its Board of Trustees officially appointed Dr. Michael Watson during Monday evening’s Special Board Meeting. He will officially begin serving Rockdale ISD this Friday. view article

Vernon ISD officially names new superintendent

March 1108:29 AM

Since the state-mandated 21-day waiting period has passed after Vernon ISD named Dr. Blaise Boswell the lone finalist for its superintendent position, trustees have made the appointment official. When Superintendent Dr. Boswell was first named the lone finalist for his current position, he said that he planned on “staying a part of the community for the long term.” This followed a 15-year career within Vernon ISD and for the last three months, his position as interim superintendent. Vernon ISD trustees were impressed with his commitment to the community, they said. view article

Fort Bend ISD narrowly votes to close 7 schools in Monday board meeting

March 1108:28 AM

Fort Bend ISD has decided to close seven elementary schools that have angered several parents and families. In Monday’s FBISD board of trustees meeting, the board voted 4-3 to decide to close the schools as the district deals with declining enrollment and cutting its $26 million budget. view article

Fort Bend ISD board votes to close 7 schools and change attendance zones to save millions per year

March 1108:25 AM

Fort Bend ISD board votes to close 7 schools and change attendance zones to save millions per year Officials also said last month that the district's deficit could rise to $56.4 million next year due to enrollment declines, in part due to Texas’ new school voucher program. According to district enrollment data, the district lost 1,588 students between last school year and the current year. view article

Challenge of book in White Oak ISD library results in novel being ‘banned’ from high school

March 1108:25 AM

A committee of White Oak ISD school faculty members and parents voted 4-1 during a Monday meeting to reclassify a library book, saying it is vulgar and sexually explicit. Following a meeting of the White Oak ISD Library Materials Challenge Committee, a book titled “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky will be moved from the school library to the public section of the library, making it unavailable to students during the school day. view article

Check out updates on 17 Comal ISD bond projects

March 1108:25 AM

Comal ISD board members received an update on a number of 2021 and 2023 bond projects across the district at a board meeting Feb. 26. Three projects are funded by the voter-approved 2021 bond, which allocated $411.3 million for the construction of two new elementary schools, one new middle school, land acquisition and infrastructure projects, according to the district’s website. view article

Pflugerville ISD hold community meeting on possible school closures

March 1108:23 AM

Families in Pflugerville ISD are getting their chance to weigh in about passible school closures. view article

McCamey ISD releases statement following death of 17-year-old former student

March 1108:21 AM

McCamey ISD released a statement this afternoon following the death of Samson Reyes, a 17-year-old former student of the district. "This tragedy is felt deeply by many, including here at McCamey ISD, where he once attended,” the statement said. Reyes was a Junior currently attending Rocksprings High School in Rocksprings, Texas. view article

Fort Bend ISD trustees vote to close seven elementary schools after lengthy meeting

March 1108:21 AM

Fort Bend ISD trustees voted Tuesday night to close seven elementary schools across the district after hours of debate, procedural votes, and emotional testimony from families worried about the future of their neighborhood campuses. The decision came as part of the district’s Long-Range Boundary Planning process, which leaders say is meant to address declining enrollment, underused campuses, and long-term financial planning. view article

Howe ISD purchases land for site of a future new high school

March 1108:21 AM

Howe ISD has announced that the district has purchased 91 acres of land to serve as a future site for a eventual new high school. The district said former Superintendent Kevin Wilson helped find and purchase the land next to Connections Park before his retirement from the district. view article

Fort Worth ISD considers $250M Farrington Field development. What could work?

March 1108:18 AM

Farrington Field could have some new neighbors. The Fort Worth school district is looking for a developer to buy and build up the land surrounding the 87-year-old stadium, according to a request for proposals released in January. view article

Fort Worth ISD to offer free meals for all children during spring break

March 1108:05 AM

As part of Fort Worth ISD’s efforts to combat food insecurity, eight campuses will serve as host sites for free, hot meals during spring break, the district announced in a release. Children 18 and younger can receive free lunch regardless of whether or not they are enrolled in Fort Worth ISD. Children must be present and meals are to be eaten on-site, according to the release. view article

Prosper ISD Superintendent announces retirement after 23 years at the district

March 1107:08 AM

In a letter shared with Prosper ISD families, Holly Ferguson announced her retirement after 28 years of service to public education view article

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