Changes to STAAR testing and success benchmarks in 2023 resulted in lawsuits from districts trying to stop the release of accountability ratings. SAN ANTONIO — Some of San Antonio’s biggest districts are responding after newly released school ratings from the Texas Education Agency appeared to show them worsening between 2019 and 2023. The A-F ratings … Read more
A teen remains in detention for 10 days, accused of bringing a gun to Highlands High School. SAN ANTONIO — A 16-year-old accused of bringing a gun to Highlands High School will remain in juvenile detention for at least the next ten days. The teen made an appearance in the 289th District Court Thursday morning, … Read more
Critics argue the measure, a legislative priority of Abbott’s, will weaken public schools by draining money and resources and giving them to private schools. SAN ANTONIO — Texas lawmakers on Thursday passed a $1 billion education bill that allows families to use public money to pay for private school tuition, a major victory for school … Read more
Five people were killed in the fire, which stemmed from a mattress on fire in a breezeway, according to the San Marcos Fire Marshal’s Office. SAN MARCOS, Texas — A Hays County grand jury has declined to indict Jacobe Ferguson in connection with the 2018 fire at the Iconic Village apartments in San Marcos that … Read more
She did get adopted once, but was brought back because she got out of their yard and they felt she wasn’t going to be a good fit for them after all. NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — Our “Forgotten Friends” series showcases a dog or cat each week that has spent time at an area shelter, just … Read more
Don’t be a scruffy-looking nerf herder and miss this free Star Wars marathon at The Rock at La Cantera. SAN ANTONIO — Break out your lightsabers, holster your blasters, warm up your X-Wing fighter, and get ready to join fellow Star Wars fans at The Rock at La Cantera on May 4. The San Antonio … Read more
IDEA Mays charter school was evacuated due to unconfirmed threat; all are safe. SAN ANTONIO — A local charter school was evacuated due to a bomb threat toward the campus. Students and staff at IDEA Mays, off Loop 410 on the west side, were evacuated Thursday morning as a precautionary measure, the district said. All … Read more