Public libraries are perhaps the most American of institutions. But today, libraries are under assault. There is book banning, and the Trump administration is gutting the federal agency that provides funding to public libraries. A new PBS documentary, “Free for All: The Public Library,” defends the importance and continued relevance of the local library.

From starfish and sea slugs to jellyfish and sponges, the ocean's invertebrates are some of the most ancient and diverse critters on Earth.

The White House is expected to unveil a budget proposal that will, reportedly, aim to eliminate Head Start. The federally-funded program is designed to promote school readiness among young children from low-income families and serves more than 65,000 kids across Texas.

The R-word was originally used as a medical term, but eventually became a word used to belittle people with cognitive disabilities. The word gradually fell out of use, but advocates like Hartman see a disturbing trend in its unchecked usage.

Hundreds of students and recent graduates in Texas have had their legal status changed by the U.S Department of State over the last few weeks.

Also: SA Archbishop shares hopes for next pope; Local metal recycling industry could see regulation changes; UT Health to examine PCOS and infertility

Local author Carmen Tafolla and UTSA's Patricia Sánchez discuss the Premio Campoy-Ada and how Spanish literature can serve as a tool for young readers.

Senate Bill 2 would create an education savings account program and has been Abbott's top priority.

Most all major school districts in the San Antonio area dropped at least one letter grade from the last ratings which were published for 2019. No schools in the San Antonio area are at risk of a takeover because of an unacceptable rating.

If the U.S. Department of Education closes, it's unclear how much money Texas could lose — or how the state might handle a shut-down