Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill banning COVID-19 vaccine passports
Abbott signed the bill hours after Carnival announced they would be returning to Texas soon for people who received their final COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Abbott signed the bill hours after Carnival announced they would be returning to Texas soon for people who received their final COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Allen West announces resignation as Texas GOP Chairman
West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott approves penalties for defunding police in Texas cities
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak joins Mike Warren to share his opinions on the legislation.
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak joins Mike Warren to share his opinions on the legislation.
2022 Texas Republican primaries already heating up with Donald Trump endorsing Gov. Abbott
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
Lake Highlands H.S. valedictorian calls out Texas 'heartbeat bill' during commencement speech
Video of a Lake Highlands High School commencement speech is making the rounds on social media after Paxton Smith, LHHS' valedictorian, criticized the recently passed Texas "heartbeat bill."
Video of a Lake Highlands High School commencement speech is making the rounds on social media after Paxton Smith, LHHS' valedictorian, criticized the recently passed Texas "heartbeat bill."
Emergency SNAP benefits extended for June in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Wednesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $208 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits for the month of June.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Wednesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $208 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits for the month of June.
Voting rights organizations gather together against SB 7
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Special session expected after Texas House Democrat walkout over SB 7
Midnight on Sunday was the Texas House deadline to get controversial voting bill Senate Bill 7 to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Midnight on Sunday was the Texas House deadline to get controversial voting bill Senate Bill 7 to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Texas lawmakers are finished, but expected back for a special session
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Abbott says he'll veto budget article that funds legislative branch
“I will veto Article 10 of the budget passed by the legislature. Article 10 funds the legislative branch. No pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned"
“I will veto Article 10 of the budget passed by the legislature. Article 10 funds the legislative branch. No pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned"
Matthew McConaughey speaks out against mask hesitancy amid rumors he's running for Texas governor
The Oscar-winning actor has been teasing for months now that he is considering running for governor against incumbent candidate Gov. Greg Abbott.
The Oscar-winning actor has been teasing for months now that he is considering running for governor against incumbent candidate Gov. Greg Abbott.
Hundreds protest 'Heartbeat Bill' abortion law at Texas Capitol
The rally named “Don't Mess With Texans’ Abortions” started at the State Capitol and led to a march down Congress Avenue towards the Governor's Mansion.
The rally named “Don't Mess With Texans’ Abortions” started at the State Capitol and led to a march down Congress Avenue towards the Governor's Mansion.
Texas law enforcement can no longer contract with reality TV shows
The law, known as Javier Ambler's law, now prevents law-enforcement agencies in Texas from participating in reality TV shows.
The law, known as Javier Ambler's law, now prevents law-enforcement agencies in Texas from participating in reality TV shows.
Marijuana legislation headed to Gov. Abbott's desk
Three pieces of legislation concerning cannabis have passed the Texas House and Senate and are now headed to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Three pieces of legislation concerning cannabis have passed the Texas House and Senate and are now headed to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Constitutional carry awaiting signature from Gov. Abbott
Constitutional carry has landed on Gov. Greg Abbott's desk after being approved through the legislative session.
Constitutional carry has landed on Gov. Greg Abbott's desk after being approved through the legislative session.
Texans could carry handguns without a permit under bill headed to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk
A measure long sought by conservative activists allowing Texans to carry handguns without a license is on the cusp of becoming law after the Texas Senate on Monday approved a compromise on the bill, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott.
A measure long sought by conservative activists allowing Texans to carry handguns without a license is on the cusp of becoming law after the Texas Senate on Monday approved a compromise on the bill, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott.
Local governments now face fines if they require masks
This week, Abbott took power away from local officials when it comes to making masks mandatory in government-owned buildings.
This week, Abbott took power away from local officials when it comes to making masks mandatory in government-owned buildings.
Game of 'political chicken' plays out under Texas Capitol dome
Walk-outs by state lawmakers have been done before. But in the past, it’s usually been part of a dispute down party lines.
Walk-outs by state lawmakers have been done before. But in the past, it’s usually been part of a dispute down party lines.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott signs law banning abortions as early as 6 weeks
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Diana Gomez from Progress Texas share their opinions on the new law that would ban abortions as early as 6 weeks.
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Diana Gomez from Progress Texas share their opinions on the new law that would ban abortions as early as 6 weeks.