The ratings were just provided after 120 school districts sued to block the release of the accountability report.
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Red Oak ISD Teacher Says He Experiences ‘Gender Euphoria’ Around Students
Zachary Sandri, who now goes by “Rosalynn,” began a video posted on social media by describing himself as a “transgender goddess.”
Pearland ISD Teacher’s Aide Accused of Sending Explicit Videos to 14-Year-Old Student
Jerel Griffin allegedly sent his victim illicit sexual communications using a phone he gave the student.
Houston’s Efficiency Project Expanded to Public Works, Controller’s Office
The audit has discovered city credit card misuse, broken procurement processes, and inefficient government departments.
New Braunfels ISD Teacher, Coach Faces New Student Sexual Assault Charges
This is Bryant Shephard’s third arrest in connection with a case that began in 2023.
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Coppell ISD Over Critical Race Theory
The lawsuit follows an investigation by undercover journalists.
Texas Teacher and Coach Accused of Sexual Misconduct With 15-Year-Old Student
Fort Worth ISD coach Adrian Buruato was arrested for having sexual contact with a female student while he was teaching at Itasca ISD.
Irving Residents Say ‘No’ to Las Vegas Sands’ Casino Gambling Plan
While citizens tell officials “Don’t Vegas My Irving,” city planners green-light a casino development.
3 Arrested Amid AG Paxton Investigation Into Illegal Abortion Clinics
Providing abortions is a second-degree felony under Texas law.
Houston Middle School Teacher Gets Probation for Indecency With a Child
Dale Vanwright pleaded guilty and was sentenced to deferred adjudication with 10 years of probation.
Galveston County Sheriff Sues Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement had recommended revoking Sheriff Jimmy Fullen’s peace officer’s license.
Harris County Attorney Announces Run for Empty Congressional Seat
Democrat Christian Menefee is seeking the seat left vacant by the death of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner.
Belton ISD Identifies Another Teacher Arrested for Sex Crime Against Student
Tarver Elementary School’s Estevan Banda is the second Belton ISD teacher charged in one week for sexual misconduct.
Austin Elementary Teacher Jailed for Possessing ‘Large Quantity’ of Child Sex Abuse Material
Carl Innmon taught sign language at Baranoff Elementary School in Austin ISD.
Harris County Employees Working From Home Found Living in Austin and Dallas
More than 2,000 Harris County employees work from home, while federal, state, and Houston city governments return to the office.
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Robinson ISD Teacher’s Aide Fired, Arrested for Sexting Student
Christopher Gonzales worked as a paraprofessional at Robinson Junior High.
Killeen ISD Teacher Resigns Over Alleged Misconduct With Student
The teacher has not been named but has been scrubbed from the school district’s website.
Houston Mayor Says Police Focus on Local Issues, Not ICE Deportations.
The Houston mayor said he can’t control what the federal government does but Houston Police will focus on enforcing local and state laws.
Investigation Uncovers Potential Violations of Law Protecting Girls’ Sports in Irving ISD
An undercover investigation revealed Executive Director of Campus Operations Reny Lizardo explaining that a gender-confused boy could play on the girl’s team, saying, “It’s not illegal if you don’t get caught.”
Lampasas ISD Teacher Resigns Amid Allegations of Misconduct With Student
Parents say they know the identity of the teacher, but the district won’t confirm.
Charges Dropped Against Two Former Harris County Judge Staffers
The two were charged with misuse of official information and tampering with government records.
Corsicana Councilman Proposes DOGE-Style City Committee
Councilman Chris Woolsey said too many locally elected officials point fingers rather than fix problems.
Austin To Consider Increase to Vagrancy Budget
The Austin City Council is set to consider a resolution that declares vagrancy a “top financial priority.”
Tarrant County Judge Concerned with Fort Worth ISD’s Student Achievement
During the commissioners’ discussion about a contract between the district and a juvenile justice program, Judge Tim O’Hare expressed concern with Fort Worth ISD.
Houston-area School Districts Clarify Policies for On-Campus Interactions With ICE
Districts have clarified policies despite the fact federal authorities have not announced plans to target enforcement actions in schools.