If approved, the higher rate would be applied beginning with the 2025 tax year, meaning homeowners would not see the change on their bills until next year.
Houston ISD is expanding its own news operation and with that growth comes a growing debate over transparency and control.
Parents at Durham Elementary School have issued a scathing open letter to HISD leadership, calling out what they describe starting the school year as “chaos, disruption, and fear-based tactics” since their school was designated a “Special Focus” campus.
The meetings come weeks after 2 Investigates exposed finger pointing between the DA’s office and the Texas Rangers as to whether or not anyone was investigating the sworn complaints made by at least ten parents.
A football game Friday night between Yates and Madison high schools was canceled after chaos erupted from the crowd at Barnett Stadium, according to the Houston Independent School District.
Parents at Durham Elementary School are voicing frustration and confusion after several teachers were abruptly reassigned to “home duty” with no clear explanation from Houston ISD.
When we asked Ann Eagleton how many times the DA’s office had contacted her since filing a report, Eagleton made a gesture with her hand and said, “Zero times.”
For many parents back to school can be a financial burden. Last school year the Houston Independent School District announced it was eliminating its wraparound services department, which helped families struggling to provide basic necessities to their children.
Texas Education Agency Commissioner, Mike Morath will discuss the Houston Independent School District’s accountability ratings
Parents at Piney Point Elementary School in southwest Houston are spending up to two or three hours waiting to pick up their children.
A Houston mother said a change to her daughter’s HISD bus stop, moving it from about a mile away to 3.5 miles, is creating a daily hardship.
Mike Miles, Houston Independent School District’s superintendent, will hold a press conference to address the first day of school and take questions.
In partnership with METRO, HISD is offering this alternative to traditional school buses, aiming to provide a more efficient way for students to get to school.
As students prepare for the first day of school, some Houston Independent School District (HISD) parents are scrambling to figure out transportation after last-minute changes to bus stops. Several parents reached out to 2 Helps You team with concerns about the sudden adjustments.
Meet Dante Arceneaux, the "METRO Kid," who shares his top tips for first-time bus riders
This year, 74% of HISD schools earned an A or B rating in the state’s 2024-2025 accountability ratings.
As the new school year kicks off on August 12, Houston ISD is implementing a new statewide policy that prohibits K-12 students from using cell phones during school hours.
A PE teacher at Houston Independent School District’s Pleasantville Elementary is wanted for posting explicit videos of f his ex-girlfriend on his X account, according to court records.
The parents of a Bellaire High School student filed a federal lawsuit against the Houston Independent School District (HISD), alleging that the district violated their constitutional rights by referring to their daughter as a boy without their consent.
Thursday was an emotional evening at the Houston Independent School District’s board meeting.
While students may be out of school for the summer, city and county leaders are working behind the scenes to address a serious safety hazard that impacts their commute year-round, a rail crossing near McReynolds Middle School that regularly leaves children with no safe way across.
Landon Payton, a student at Marshall Middle School, collapsed and died during a gym class in August 2024. Despite immediate medical assistance from school staff and EMS, the cause of death remains "undetermined" on his death certificate.
A whistleblower has come forward, exposing Houston Independent School District's controversial use of $2 million in taxpayer funds for a failed bond campaign.
We previously reported on the $1.5 million that HISD spent on a consulting group to persuade voters to “support” a now-failed district bond during the November 2024 elections. Here’s a more in-depth look at what happened.
The family of a seven-year-old student at a Houston ISD elementary school is speaking out after they said their child was sexually assaulted by a fellow student in the school’s bathroom.
Schoolchildren threatened with eviction are more likely to end up in another district or transfer to another school.
Chronic absenteeism is a growing concern in Houston's schools, impacting student achievement and school funding.
In response to the alarming rates of truancy and chronic absenteeism in Texas schools, lawmakers are pushing forward key legislation aimed at addressing these issues.
Rice University and the Houston Independent School District are joining forces to significantly enhance Sunrise Centers, which play a vital role in providing essential support such as food, school supplies, mental health care, and job training to students and families.
Former HISD COO Brian Busby and contractor Anthony Hutchison found guilty in a $6M bribery and fraud scheme. Money meant for schools ended up in their pockets.
On Monday, KPRC 2 Investigates revealed at least nine criminal complaints filed with Harris County District Attorney’s Office in connection to the Houston Independent School District’s taxpayer-funded rollout of last year’s massive $4-billion-dollar bond election.
It was in early February that KPRC 2 Investigates first exposed potential electioneering by the Houston Independent School District during last year’s controversial bond election.
Concerns have led to four criminal complaints being filed. Despite the district's silence, parents are urging the Harris County District Attorney to investigate.
Houston ISD has reported zero truancy prevention measures to the Texas Education Agency over the past four years, despite thousands of students being marked truant each year.
Houston ISD joins other school districts in a lawsuit against social media companies for allegedly causing emotional and physical harm to students.
As immigration enforcement ramps up in southeast Texas, Houston ISD schools, like Fleming Middle School, are taking steps to reassure parents and protect students.
On Monday we first exposed a $2-million dollar “key action” listed in the 2024-2025 budget consisting of an “Ask voters for a bond election in November 2024.” What we uncovered was that HISD used nearly $1.4 million dollars to hire a consulting group that specializes in communications, governmental relations and campaigns. Ultimately the district posted social media videos with the words “RENEW HISD” at the end of the highly produced thirty-second videos.
Houston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Mike Myles is unavailable to discuss a controversial $2-million "key action" linked to a November bond, which involved hiring a consulting group for communication strategies.
A mother from Houston ISD is preparing to take legal action against Fleming Middle School after her daughter was allegedly assaulted by a dance teacher.
Parents of students in the Houston Independent School District (HISD) organized a "sickout" protest against Superintendent Mike Miles' policies, expressing frustrations over the district's handling of potential ICE raids and pressure on teachers.
Less than 24 after KPRC 2 Investigates exposed whether the Houston Independent School District did everything by the book regarding last November’s $4 billion bond, one Texas State Senator already is saying that he believes state law was broken.
A former HISD parent turned district advocate is raising alarms over Houston Independent School District's financial practices, particularly under Superintendent Mike Miles.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has opened applications for the 2025-2026 Pre-K program, available for children aged 3 or 4 by September 1 who reside within the district.
As Houston faces the possibility of snow and freezing temperatures next week, the Houston Independent School District (HISD) is closely monitoring the situation.
As the Spring semester gets underway, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles is holding a press conference.
ASK MIKE MILES: Superintendent Mike Miles will be LIVE at the KPRC 2 studio during our 4 p.m. broadcast. Let us know if you have any questions you'd like us to ask him.
Sergio Rodriguez, a Milby High School student, was tragically struck and killed by a train while attempting to cross the railroad tracks near his school. His death has reignited long-standing concerns about the safety of students navigating these hazardous crossings.
HISD officials acknowledged that 118 of the district's 274 schools are near railroad crossings. Nine of those have particularly hazardous conditions, with Milby High School being one of the most at-risk campuses.
Following a lawsuit filed by the parents of the 15-year-old Houston Independent School District student who was hit and killed by a train while walking to school, Union Pacific responds with claims of what happened during the incident.
The heartbreaking death of 15-year-old Milby High School student Sergio Rodriguez, who was fatally struck by a train on his way to school, has led to a lawsuit against Union Pacific Railroad.
Texas has more miles of freight train tracks than any other state, surpassing Illinois and California combined.
The Houston Independent School District (HISD) pledged continued support for the family of 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez, a Milby High School student who was killed in a train accident and announced measures to assist grieving students and staff.
The Houston Independent School District has launched its Crisis Response and Behavioral Supports (CRBS) Department after a student was fatally struck by a train Monday morning near 2000 Broadway St.
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a train this morning in Houston's southside, at 2000 Broadway Street near Galveston Road.
Mount Carmel Academy, a charter school partnered with Houston ISD, will permanently close on December 20 due to financial difficulties caused by low enrollment numbers.
This marks the second principal turnover at Lantrip this year and comes amidst broader concerns about leadership instability, with a reported 70% teacher turnover rate since June.
Lantrip Elementary parents are planning a protest against the Houston Independent School District (HISD) on November 20, demanding transparency regarding the sudden removal of Principal Valiza Castro after just three months.
After parents and students had the opportunity to address Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles on Thursday, we’re hoping to learn more by taking your questions directly to Miles later today.
Parents and students both had the opportunity to address Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles and the school board for the first time since the staff reorganization at Harvard Elementary school—and they didn’t hold back.
Superintendent Mike Miles said, "In this instance, the politics of adults beat out the needs of our children."
Houston voters must decide whether to approve this significant financial investment under the current state-appointed administration or wait until the Houston Independent School District is returned to elected officials.
As investigations continue, HISD has promised immediate termination of any fraudulently certified teachers.
Houston Independent School District is grappling with a massive scandal as three of its staff members have been arrested in connection with a million-dollar teacher certification fraud.
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced criminal charges Monday against five people accused of participating in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced criminal charges Monday against five people accused of participating in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
The student at a Houston Independent School District’s Bonham Elementary School has died after testing positive for Meningococcal Disease.
This November, Houston voters face a pivotal decision on the largest school bond in Texas history—$4.4 billion aimed at upgrading school infrastructure and expanding educational programs.
Students at Fleming Middle School are experiencing both challenges and growth under the Houston Independent School District's New Education System.
The Houston Independent School District has appointed a Bond Oversight Committee to ensure transparency and accountability for a proposed $4.4 billion bond.
The Houston Independent School District is at the center of a heated debate over a historic $4.4 billion bond proposal, aimed at funding urgent improvements in schools.
Dr. Shelby Calabrese, the principal of Harvard Elementary School, has been placed on administrative leave by the Houston Independent School District (HISD), though specific reasons for this decision remain undisclosed.
📚 Did you know that HISD is requesting a $4.5 billion bond proposal? This could be the largest in Texas history! The bond aims to address overdue facility upgrades and meet the district's $10 billion needs. #HISD #bondproposal #educationupdates #communitynews
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In the wake of online and social media posts suggesting Texas schools would become targets of violence, Houston ISD responded by increasing security at district schools this week.
FIEL, an immigrant led civil rights organization, is standing in solidarity with the family of a Marshall Middle School student who died on campus.
The Houston Independent School district is taking a statewide threat against several Texas public schools seriously by increasing its security.
Parents, neighbors and school administrators are calling on local officials regarding the opening of a smoke shop that they say is too close to Wharton Dual Language Academy elementary-middle school, a magnet school in Houston Independent School District.
As Fleming Middle School kicks off the new school year under the New Education System, Principal Deven Adams and his dedicated team are aiming for an A-rating. Despite district-wide challenges, the school’s community is optimistic and united in their efforts. “I want that A,” says Adams, echoing the determination felt throughout the campus.
