Houston students pedal to school on bike bus

On Fridays, dozens of kids and parents at Poe Elementary School trade the school drop-off line for bikes, part of a growing "bike bus" movement across the country. Why it matters: Bike buses — organized groups of children and adults who bike to school together — are bringing back a once-common way of getting to school,

More than a dozen Texas school districts close to triggering state takeover law in 2027

The majority of the at-risk districts are concentrated in the Austin, Houston or San Antonio metro areas, with an average enrollment of about 11,700 students.

Private $40K AI school eyeing location in Houston Heights for new campus

It is slated to open in 2027.

What Happens When a School Closes Its Library?

Photo courtesy of Brandie Dowda. Movers removed bookshelves from Almeda Elementary in Houston in May 2024 in preparation for a “team center,” part of the campus transformation under the New Education System. HOUSTON — On a Saturday morning in August ...

How school-based health care supports Houston's students, families, and workforce

Houston employers face workforce challenges ranging from talent retention to employee productivity. One often-overlooked factor is the impact of child health on working families.

Man hit, killed on Gulf Freeway after exiting moving pickup truck during fight, Houston police say

A man is dead after getting out of a moving pickup truck on the Gulf Freeway during a fight and getting hit by a car, Houston ...

Crime blotter: Last two defendants sentenced in counterfeiting scheme

A woman is robbed after visiting the Apple Store; a fake NFL swindler used apps and FaceTime calls, and an AirTag signal led ...

Call leads officers to body in trash can in Third Ward, Houston police say

Police say a call led officers to a body in a trash can in Greater Third Ward early this morning. An investigation is now ...

Five high-stakes trials to watch this fall

The Houston County courthouse is set for an exceptionally busy and dramatic autumn as five highly anticipated trials are ...

Houston now requires air conditioning in all rentals, making cooling a housing standard

Houston City Council voted to require landlords to provide cooling in every rental unit, making AC a basic housing standard.

Detroit Pistons: Highlighting Isaiah Joe’s 6-Triple, 5-Steal Effort For OKC Last Season

Shortly after the 2026 NBA Draft, the Detroit Pistons traded a pair of future second-round draft picks to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for sharp-shooting off-ball guard Isaiah Joe ...

Houston chef takes 'Parts Unknown' edit in stride: ‘He chose me'

Anthony Bourdain visited Houston back in June 2016 to scope out the city's lush and diverse landscape for his hit CNN ...

Dave Dombrowski has fierce desire to win title for Phillies owner

Dave Dombrowski talks about reputation for trading prospects, his manager firing, the bold trade for Luis Arraez and his ...

GECDSB excited for return of the school year

The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) is prepared to kick off the 2026-27 school year. The board says they’re excited for the return of students and staff. While exact enrolment ...

Thunderstorm chances are set to rise in Houston on Sunday. Here’s a timeline.

While not everyone will see rainfall, Houston storm chances will rise to 50% or higher late Sunday morning into the middle of the day.

RNC Comes to Texas as Trump Stronghold Under Threat

Trump’s Texas convention arrives as GOP fears grow, with Paxton slipping and Democrats sensing a rare chance to flip the ...

MLB roundup: Kyle Schwarber homers, Phillies beat East-leading Braves

By Field Level Media Sep 06 (Field Level Media) - Zack Wheeler worked six strong innings and Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 41st homer as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting ...