Arizona voters will decide whether local police can make border-crossing arrests
The Republican-controlled Arizona Legislature gave final approval Tuesday to a proposal asking voters to make it a state crime for noncitizens to enter the state through Mexico at any location other than a port of entry, sending the measure to the Nov. 5 ballot.
Biden issues executive order on border security
President Biden has issued a long-expected executive order on security at the US-Mexico border that could lead to a shutdown of asylum processing.
How the migrant crisis overwhelmed DC public schools
Emails between D.C. Public Schools officials are offering a glimpse into the strain placed on schools in Washington, D.C., as the sanctuary city struggles to handle an influx of migrants into the nation’s capital.
Runoffs, border camp, Capitol chaos, Trump verdict: This Week in Texas Politics
The May runoff elections were the big news this week, but there were still plenty of other headlines This Week in Texas Politics.
Trump weighs White House advisory role for Elon Musk: report
Former President Trump is considering offering billionaire Elon Musk an advisory role in the White House if Trump reclaims the presidency in this fall's election, according to a report.
Texans concerned about economy, immigration: poll
According to a new Texas Lyceum poll, anxiety about inflation and the national economy are the top issues in Texas.
Counterfeit NFL, NBA, MLB championship rings snagged in border bust
Counterfeit Super Bowl, World Series and NBC Championship rings were discovered by border patrol officers during a shipment inspection.
Biden administration announces rule aiming to speed up asylum screening process for some migrants
The new rule aims to speed up the asylum claims process for some migrants.
Texas AG Paxton launches compensation program for landowners affected by border crime
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a program that compensates landowners who receive property damage related to border crime.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talks border security, bussing of immigrants to other cities
Texas Governor Greg Abbott sat down to discuss the latest in border security as well as busing immigrants to other cities.
Mexican national sentenced after attempting to flee Texas border agents
A Mexican national attempted to flee border agents in Eagle Pass, and was later caught with almost 65 grams of meth. He was sentenced to 27 years in prison.
Texas wildfire hearings, border and the solar eclipse: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.
Virginia boss, worker celebrate US asylum request approval
A Virginia worker and his boss were overcome with joy after the employee’s asylum request was granted, allowing him to bring his family to the United States from overseas.
Austin man sentenced to 16 years for deadly migrant smuggling incident
An Austin man was sentenced to 16 years in prison for a deadly smuggling attempt that killed two migrants in April 2022.
Poll finds fewer Americans see benefits from immigration
The new poll reveals that some Americans are more concerned about legal immigrants committing crimes in the U.S. now compared to several years ago.
Johnson to formally hand Mayorkas impeachment articles to Senate
Mike Johnson sent a letter to Chuck Schumer informing him that House impeachment managers will send the impeachment articles to his chamber on April 10, and urged him to hold a trial "expeditiously."
Travis Co. sheriff responds to accusations made about 'counsel at first appearance'
Local immigration advocates are blaming the Travis County sheriff for not allowing defendants to receive adequate representation.
SB 4 on hold again after appeals court order
Senate Bill 4 is once again on hold after a federal appeals court issued an order to prevent it from going into effect. Constitutional law professor Eddy Carder spoke with John Krinjak in this FOX 7 Focus.
Fight over Texas immigration law SB 4: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.
Court action on Texas’ migrant arrest law leads to confusion at the US-Mexico border
The legal back-and-forth over Texas' controversial immigration law, SB4, has led to confusion at the US-Mexico border.