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Hear the Lion roar: Jack Yates High School celebrates 100 years

by Aswad WalkerFebruary 2, 2026February 3, 2026

February marks Jack Yates’ centennial. Yates Nation members share their thoughts and memories of JY.

Terrance’s Take: Longtime area sports journalist Jerry Woodley was a friend to all

by Terrance HarrisJanuary 27, 2025January 27, 2025

The redesign of the STAAR test includes automated grading systems and new question formats. Students’ scores on writing composition questions may be an indication of its impact. Credit: Getty

The STAAR test was redesigned. This is how it affected students’ writing scores

by Tannistha SinhaApril 3, 2024May 22, 2025