Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas week 8 scores, highlights
Here is a complete rundown of Central Texas high school football scores and highlights from Week 8 of the 2026-27 season.
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Week 8 Texas high school football scores
Westlake, Lake Travis and Dripping Springs rolled to dominant wins Friday night, while Lehman snapped its two-game losing streak. Check out the latest Week 8 high school football scores from across Texas....
Fox found near Texas State campus tests positive for rabies
Officials urged the San Marcos community to take precautions after the city said a fox found near Texas State University tested positive for rabies.
Oregon school shooting: Gunman and some victims identified amid ongoing investigation
Officials shared new details about the Oregon school shooting, including victim identities, the suspect’s access to the school, and the courageous actions that helped end the attack....
Bend, Oregon school shooting suspect identified
Here's what is known about the suspect in the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon.
Armed parent stops gunman in deadly Oregon elementary school shooting
An armed bystander who chased down and fatally shot a teenage gunman inside an Oregon elementary school Thursday has been identified as a local father of two children who attend the school, according to family members and officials....
'We will come together': City of Bend mourns after deadly shooting at elementary school
A tight-knit community mourns after the mass shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School claimed the lives of five people, including three children, injuring others on Thursday....
Austin ISD parents face midnight deadline on petition to close Burnet, Webb schools
With a midnight deadline looming, parents at Burnet and Webb middle schools are racing to submit a “Parent Petition for Action” that calls for closing both camp...
Oregon school shooting victims: What we know
The victims killed in Thursday's tragic shooting included three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and one teacher, Bend officials confirmed.
Oregon school shooting: 3 children, 1 teacher killed, 16-year-old suspect killed by community member
Three children and one adult were killed after a shooting at an Oregon elementary school on Thursday. The suspect is also dead.
Del Valle ISD superintendent steps down for Houston education job
Two years after starting his job as Del Valle ISD's Superintendent, Dr. Matthew Gutierrez has decided to step down for a Houston education job. His final day as superintendent will be on Nov. 6, according to a press release from Del Valle....
In-depth: Remains identified as missing college student Jason Landry
Remains found off a rural road in Caldwell County were identified as belonging to Jason Landry, a college student who vanished on his way home for Christmas break nearly six years ago....
Student News Now: Push to eliminate screens in classrooms
In the competition for their kids’ attention, some parents from Round Rock Independent School District worry they’re losing. That concern is driving a call for change in the district. A coalition of parents, caregivers and educators is pushing for a new policy severely limiting a...
POLL: What's the best path forward for failing schools?
Thursday is the deadline for parents at Austin ISD’s Burnet and Webb middle schools to submit petitions asking the state to close their campuses, part of an eff...
Texas lawmaker asks Ken Paxton to investigate Transgender Education Network of Texas
Texas Rep. Jeff Leach has asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate the Transgender Education Network of Texas over a "Back to School Toolkit" he claims may violate state law....
Ohio governor defies NCAA with order allowing 2022 high school graduates fifth season
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed an executive order allowing colleges and universities in the state to let athletes who graduated from high school in 2022 play a fifth season....
Parent petition due October 15 may decide Austin ISD's future
Parents at Burnet and Webb middle schools have until Thursday to decide whether to ask the state to close their children’s schools. Organizers say the petition...
Cornell University bans fraternity parties for rest of year following gang rape allegations, lawsuit
Cornell has halted fraternity social events amid renewed investigations into allegations that a student was sexually assaulted at a fraternity house.
Mexican Consulate in El Paso plans financial education week
The Mexican Consulate in El Paso will host financial education activities Oct. 19-23 to help people manage debt, build savings, and plan for their financial futures....
Toxicology reports reveal same controlled substances in 2 Ole Miss students found dead: court docs
The same three substances were present in the bloodstreams of two recently deceased University of Mississippi students, according to federal court documents obtained by Fox News Digital....
Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas Week 7 rankings
High school football is underway in Central Texas and FOX 7 has your post-week 7 rankings.
These colleges rank as the best in the US in 2027, data shows
A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value....
Central Texas high school football shoutouts
AUSTIN (KXAN) - Week 7 of high school football in Central Texas was highly anticipated and certainly did not dissapoint. Big time wins from programs like Cedar Ridge and Cedar Park were some highlights of the weekend. In KXAN's Sunday night sports show "More Than The Score," LeVo...
Campus 'outraged' at how Cornell University failed Jane Doe: Student
Student Jack Huber said the attention on the school created an opportunity for students to demand change.
Week 7 Texas high school football scores
Check out Friday night's Week 7 high school football scores from across Texas, including Cedar Park's thrilling comeback against Hutto and other key district matchups....
Round Rock ISD families push district to adopt screen-free classrooms
In the competition for their kids' attention, some parents from Round Rock Independent School District worry they're losing.
Watch: Texas high school football livestreams
KXAN+ is your home for Texas high school football, featuring live games all season long from across Central Texas.
Mississippi college basketball player detained by ICE; school is 'deeply concerned'
A Mississippi Valley State men’s basketball player is in ICE custody in Louisiana, and school officials say they’re "deeply concerned for the student’s well-being."...
The Austin High Red Jackets celebrate 100-year legacy
Austin High School recently celebrated the centennial anniversary of its Red Jackets spirit organization. The milestone featured a reunion of former members, including professional dancers Audrey and Hannah Douglass, and the dedication of a new dance studio honoring longtime dire...
Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas week 7 scores, highlights
Here is a complete rundown of Central Texas high school football scores and highlights from Week 7 of the 2026-27 season.
ACC opens expanded automotive technology facility at Round Rock campus
Austin Community College has opened a new 36,500-square-foot automotive training facility in Round Rock, expanding capacity for students pursuing high-demand careers....
Students sue Missouri, claiming decades of unequal funding at HBCU
A group of current and former Lincoln University students filed a lawsuit against the state of Missouri, alleging decades of systemic underfunding at the historically Black institution....
Opal Lee, 'Grandmother of Juneteenth' turns 100, celebration honoring her held at National Juneteenth Museum
Opal Lee, a retired Texas teacher known for her activism and as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," turned 100 on Wednesday. A celebration honoring her decades of advocacy was held at the National Juneteenth Museum in Fort Worth, Texas....
Body cam footage shows moments after 6 year-old shot elementary teacher
"I don't care if I go to jail."
Student News Now: Fewer students are enrolling in Austin ISD
Over the last several years Austin ISD has seen enrollment continue to drop. During the 2025-26 school year AISD had about 69,000 students, but the most recent numbers for this school year show current enrollment is 66,032. Those numbers are lower than what AISD was expecting and...
Austin’s 'Hospital of the Future’ Is Being Designed With AI From the Ground Up
Austin’s hospital of the future is starting to take shape and artificial intelligence is being designed into it from day one.Leaders from Dell Medical School, T...
City of Austin holds Walk and Roll to School Day event
In honor of National Walk and Roll to School Day, the City of Austin's Safe Routes to School program held their own event today to celebrate the occasion....
Huston-Tillotson rebrands, eyes campus expansion
In September, the HBCU announced a brand refresh, signifying a new chapter in the University's 151-year legacy and a new vision for the future.
Texas schools banned more than 8,000 books, report says
Texas public schools banned 8,193 books during the 2025-26 school year, more than twice as many as any other state, according to PEN America.
Texas lawmakers consider five-day school week mandate over concerns of academic drop off
"I find it a little sad and disturbing that we're talking about Mississippi being ahead of Texas," State Senator José Menéndez said.
New Longview ISD Esports arena to train students for tech and media careers
Longview ISD has announced the opening of a new e-sports arena designed to give students experience in competitive gaming, digital media and live event production....
Federal appeals court weighs future of Texas campus speech restrictions
A panel of 5th Circuit judges on Tuesday questioned the scope of a district court’s injunction blocking Texas’ campus speech restrictions, raising concerns that the order does not clearly identify which university policies officials can enforce....
MPS substitute teacher imposter case; staff didn't follow protocol
A woman with a history of mental illness is accused of posing as a substitute teacher and making lewd comments toward students at a Milwaukee school.
Austin ISD among 4 Texas districts selected for state spending review
Austin ISD is one of four Texas school districts selected for a detailed state review of how they spend taxpayer money, Texas Comptroller Don Huffines said Mond...
Texas comptroller selects 4 school districts for spending review
Four Texas school districts have been selected for a detailed review aimed at determining whether taxpayer funds are being spent responsibly.
Sunshine Protection Act to end daylight saving time change hits Senate wall
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark....
Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas Players of the Week
Each week, FOX 7 Austin highlights one Central Texas high school football player who excelled for his team.
Austin ISD chosen as 1 of 4 Texas school districts for comptroller review
Austin ISD has been picked as one of four Texas school districts to undergo a “detailed review" by the state comptroller's office.
State Fair of Texas extends free student ticket validity through Oct. 18
Officials for the State Fair of Texas announced that free admission tickets distributed to students from pre-K through eighth grade will be valid on any day of the State Fair of Texas through Oct. 18, including the final two weekends....
Elgin ISD given all-clear following non-credible threat
Elgin Independent School District has been given the all-clear following a non-credible threat after students were placed under lockdown Monday afternoon....
Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas Week 6 rankings
High school football is underway in Central Texas and FOX 7 has your post-week 6 rankings.
Deadline to reduce your student loan interest rate extended: What to know
A day before the deadline was set to end, the Education Department extended the window in which student loan borrowers can get a small reduction on their interest rates....
Austin ISD parents raise concerns over band equipment transportation challenges
Some Austin ISD parents are raising concerns about transportation for high school band equipment, saying they’ve had to find alternative ways to get large amounts of equipment to games and competitions....
Record low say college education 'very important': Gallup
The decline in the perceived importance of college is across all major demographic groups, according to Gallup.
Austin ISD hosts hiring fair to fill support staff positions
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Independent School District leaders said hundreds of job seekers turned out for a district-wide career fair Saturday as the district works to fill about 70 open positions in critical support roles. According to AISD Chief Talent Officer Woodrow Bailey, abou...
Week 6 Texas high school football scores
Austin High earned its first win, Cedar Ridge stayed unbeaten and district races continued to take shape across Central Texas in Week 6.
5th Circuit to hear University of Texas System's appeal of campus speech law injunction
SB 2972 requires public universities restrict several forms of protected speech on campus during certain times.
Cornell under a microscope over handling of frat house rape investigation
Cornell University is facing angry calls from politicians, activists and the general public demanding more transparency over how it handled the investigation into a former student's alleged gang rape....
Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas week 6 scores, highlights
Here is a complete rundown of Central Texas high school football scores and highlights from Week 6 of the 2026-27 season.
Fast-acting students stop school bus after driver suffers medical episode
Video released by the school district shows the moment students sprang into action.