Fisher-Price unveils first-ever sensory line of toys for preschoolers
The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "
LBJ High School football team adapts practices to extreme heat
The LBJ High School football team gears up in practices before the start of their season in August. Because of the recent extreme summer heat, the team has had to make some changes in how they practice.
Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be charged over ‘harmful’ materials
The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.
Hutto ISD holds back-to-school rally for students, families
School districts across central Texas are getting ready to welcome back their students for the first day of school. Hutto ISD held a back to school rally on Saturday to make sure kids are prepared for the big day.
Barack Obama's first college is latest to end legacy admissions
Occidental College is the latest school to end legacy admissions in the wake of a Supreme Court decision removing race from admissions decisions.
Austin hair stylists host hair braiding event for students living in shelters
Austin's Sonshine Braiding is partnering with SAFE Alliance to host a back-to-school braiding and styling event for students living in shelters and foster care.
ACC District chancellor to serve as interim president of Texas A&M-Central Texas
Dr. Richard Rhodes has served as Austin Community College Chancellor for 12 years, overseeing the district's growth to 11 campuses.
Houston ISD to eliminate dedicated librarians at 28 underperforming schools
Library advocates are calling the move counterproductive for students in the district struggling with their reading skills.
Harvard's legacy admissions under investigation by US Education Department
Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.
MoveOutATX to provide free used furniture, household items
MoveOutATX, a sustainability-focused effort to reduce furniture waste, will provide easy furniture donations along with a free furniture market later this month.
Water boil notice in Manor, area includes Manor ISD elementary school
Parts of Manor are under a boil water notice, including an elementary school, according to a tweet from Manor ISD.
Navarro High School barbecue team serves up winning meals
Members of the Navarro High School FFA Competition Barbecue Team served up some winning meals at Austin ISD headquarters.
Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
4 Texas cities named among 10 least educated cities in America, study says
Researchers examined data ranging from adults 25 and up with a bachelor's degree or higher, quality of public schools, and the racial education gap to find the most and least educated cities in America.
4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Sam’s Club offering new memberships to teachers at discounted rate
The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.
Austin ISD receives $15M grant to install solar panels on 16 campuses
The U.S. Department of Energy awarded Austin ISD a $15 million grant for solar panels to be installed in 16 campuses. Austin ISD is the only school district in the state to receive this grant.
Texas bill requiring all schools to have armed security goes into effect this fall
A new law that takes effect this September will require Texas school districts to have an armed officer on every campus. And if a district is unable to do this, it must have a ‘good cause exception’ with an alternative plan.
Biden admin cancels $39B in student loan debt for 800,000-plus borrowers
The administration says the new round of student loan forgiveness address “historical inaccuracies" in counting payments that qualify toward income-driven repayment plans.
Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State works to identify human remains
In this "Missing in Texas," FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen takes a look at the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State University and its work to advance forensic anthropology and identify the nameless.