Parents accuse HISD of ignoring gender pronoun preferences, file suit
Parents in Houston have sued HISD, claiming Bellaire High School ignored requests to use their child’s female pronouns, raising parental rights and gender identity issues.
Parents in Houston have sued HISD, claiming Bellaire High School ignored requests to use their child’s female pronouns, raising parental rights and gender identity issues.
Speculation about a potential merger between Shell and BP has stirred Houston’s energy sector, despite Shell’s denial of ongoing talks. The rumored acquisition would create a major global energy entity, raising questions about job security and market impacts.
Starting July 1, 2025, Texas will replace temporary paper license plates with permanent metal plates due to House Bill 718. This law, signed by Governor Greg Abbott in 2023, aims to enhance vehicle registration security and combat fraud.
A woman who halted traffic on I-45 for hours will not face charges but will undergo a mental health evaluation, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness in law enforcement responses.
The Supreme Court upheld a Texas law requiring age verification for adult content access, aiming to protect minors from online pornography despite free speech concerns.
Houston ISD announced state-funded teacher raises based on performance evaluations for the 2025-2026 school year, diverging from regional norms of experience-based increments. This move, tied to HB 2 funding, received mixed reactions, including union pushback, underscoring a shift in compensation policies.
Nearly 6 million Texans are set to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, reaching record numbers. With the majority taking to the roads, authorities prepare for increased traffic across the state.
Beyoncé returns to Houston for her Cowboy Carter tour at NRG Stadium, where fans embrace the Western theme. The concerts promise a unique blend of music and fashion, drawing large crowds and energizing the city.
Texas public universities face scrutiny as the Higher Education Board requests data on undocumented students to enforce out-of-state tuition rates following a federal court injunction.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 3070, dismantling the Texas Lottery Commission and imposing new restrictions, including criminalizing online lottery ticket sales through couriers. The Texas Lottery will be managed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation until 2029.