‘Extremely one-sided’: Portland teachers union takes down pro-Palestinian teaching guides after Jewish parents deem them antisemitic

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The Portland teachers union took down some teaching guides, which Jewish parents said were antisemitic. Union leadership said curriculum taken down will be reviewed. PORTLAND, Ore. — On Tuesday, the Portland teachers union took down some pro-Palestinian teaching material after some Jewish leaders and parents said the teaching guides were antisemitic. While Jewish parents told … Read more

Fort Bend County reports first positive West Nile virus mosquito sample for the year

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The positive sample was collected from a mosquito trapping site inside the 77498 ZIP code. SUGAR LAND, Texas — A positive West Nile virus mosquito sample has been collected in Fort Bend County, public health officials announced Tuesday. Fort Bend County Health and Human Services (FBCHHS) Environmental Health Division’s Mosquito and Vector Control Program said … Read more

SAISD addresses shift in graduation plans for some high schools as ceremonies continue

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SAN ANTONIO – Three high schools within the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) changed their plans for graduation ceremonies due to high temperatures. Brackenridge, Sam Houston and Highlands High Schools were set to walk the stage outside at Alamo Stadium. However, forecasted high temperatures prompted the district to move the ceremonies indoors at the … Read more

‘He was a joy to be around’ | Mother of Spring Branch bull rider killed in rodeo accident grateful for community support

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22-year-old Peter De Luna died Friday at the Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena in Bandera. BANDERA, Texas — A Spring Branch mother is heartbroken after her son died while doing something he loved: bull riding. 22-year-old Peter De Luna died Friday at the Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena in Bandera during the “Riding on Faith” Rodeo series. … Read more