OU Incident Spotlights Race Problems In Frats
Their reputations sullied by race-tainted incidents, many colleges are clamping down on campus fraternities.
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Their reputations sullied by race-tainted incidents, many colleges are clamping down on campus fraternities.
The actions of some fraternity members at the University of Oklahoma caught engaging in a racist chant are inexcusable, but student members still have rights that must be protected, an attorney hired to represent the local chapter said Friday.
Texas A&M may have accidentally compromised personal data belonging to about 5,000 graduate students and university faculty members.
The Norman, Oklahoma chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon is now pursuing legal action after the University of Oklahoma shut down the fraternity due to a racist video.
Investigations into racism at Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity chapters have extended to college campuses in Texas and Louisiana.
A video of Oklahoma fraternity members engaging in a racist chant outraged and angered students across the campus, but its release also has sparked a dialogue that many students hope will lead to positive changes.
House lawmakers are hearing seven bills aimed at easing truancy laws a week after an advocacy group reported that Texas prosecutes twice as many teens for unexcused absences than all other states combined.
The Texas Senate has easily approved Gov. Greg Abbott's first three appointees to the University of Texas System Board of Regents, bringing what began as a contentious process to a tame conclusion.
Texas A&M on Tuesday announced that Reveille IX begins her duties on May 9. The collie has the American Kennel Club registered name of Overland Turning Twix.
It may be spring break, but a Fort Worth middle school has a big mess to start cleaning up today.
A re-opened Lakewood Elementary School became a welcome sight for parents. But frustrations boiled over at a meeting with Dallas Independent School District representatives Friday morning.
They are marching back in history to mark a major milestone. Students from Southern Methodist University loaded into buses Friday and set off -- bound for Selma, Alabama.
With pom-poms in hand, and relentless joy in their hearts, the cheer squad at Dallas' Notre Dame school polishes their big routine: and they're not at all territorial with their support.
More than 800-students this morning return to classes at Lakewood Elementary School in Dallas, after a carbon monoxide leak forced an evacuation Tuesday.
Kids will be going back to Lakewood Elementary on Friday. It will be the first time students, faculty and staff are allowed back in the Dallas school since a carbon monoxide leak forced an evacuation on Tuesday.
Arike Ogunbowale scored 18 points, Jessica Shepard had 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Connecticut Sun 97-71 in the final game before the FIBA World Cup break.
The proposal would reduce the number of polling locations across the booming county by 92.
Scottie Scheffler is the FedEx Cup champion for the second time.
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
Sunday marks the 70th anniversary of the unsuccessful attempt to integrate Mansfield schools.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
"We're going to be changing the name of Lake Ontario, effective immediately, to Lake America," the president said before he signed the order.
Three Republicans from North Texas spoke with Jack Fink.
30% of respondents supported the construction of data centers in their community, while 57% were opposed.
The judge delivered a victory for Stanford University's student newspaper, which said some international students were afraid to speak out because of the deportation threat.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Arike Ogunbowale scored 18 points, Jessica Shepard had 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Dallas Wings beat the Connecticut Sun 97-71 in the final game before the FIBA World Cup break.
Scottie Scheffler is the FedEx Cup champion for the second time.
Tessler did not say what Pete's next steps would be or if he has spoken with other teams.
Romo was cited with passing on the right, possessing open intoxicants and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, court records show.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
