White House says all Americans can get free rides to COVID-19 vaccine sites through Uber, Lyft

President Joe Biden is set to announce additional initiatives to get America vaccinated in hopes of meeting his goal for 70% of U.S. adults to have at least one vaccine shot by the Fourth of July.

FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott to face challengers for governor

Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza with Progress Texas discuss Gov. Abbott's vulnerability in 2022.

Biden's approval rating hits 63%, bolstered by pandemic response, new poll finds

In the fourth month of his presidency, Biden's overall approval rating sits at 63%. When it comes to the new Democratic president's handling of the pandemic, 71% of Americans approve, including 47% of Republicans.

Biden touts economic recovery plan as Treasury Dept. starts paying out $350B in state and local aid

President Biden on Monday announced steps to make it easier for employers to hire new workers and touted the country’s economic recovery plan following a disappointing April jobs report.

New White House task force to look at politicization of science within government

The Biden White House is launching an effort to unearth past problems with the politicization of science within government and to tighten scientific integrity rules for the future.

Facebook Oversight Board member criticizes indefinite Trump ban: 'Their rules are in shambles'

A member of Facebook's Oversight Board criticized the platform in the wake of its indefinite ban on former President Donald Trump, saying Facebook's rules are in "shambles" and that the company "exercises too much power."

Catholic bishops debate if Biden should receive communion given abortion stance

There’s a deep gulf between Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco and Bishop Robert McElroy of San Diego in the high-stakes debate over whether politicians who support abortion rights should be denied Communion

Elon Musk reveals Asperger's Syndrome diagnosis in 'SNL' opening monologue

Elon Musk said he was making history as the first person with Asperger’s to host NBC’s long-running sketch comedy show, “or at least the first to admit it.”

The Obamas announce death of beloved dog, Bo, after battle with cancer

The Obamas announced the death of the family dog Bo after his battle with cancer, calling him “a true friend and loyal companion.”

FOX 7 Discussion: Texas AG unblocks Twitter critics after lawsuit

ACLU of Texas attorney Kate Huddleston joins Mike Warren to discuss a lawsuit filed against Ken Paxton over blocking accounts on Twitter.

Derek Chauvin indictment: Boy, 14, held by throat, hit with flashlight in 2017

At the same time he was indicted on federal civil rights charged for the death of George Floyd, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been indicted on federal charges for a 2017 incident in which he’s accused of holding a 14-year-old boy down by the throat and striking him multiple times in the head with a flashlight.

Kawhi Leonard teases music project with proceeds going to Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation

NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard announced a music collaboration with NBA YoungBoy and Rod Wave earlier this week. The proceeds from the "Culture Jam" project will go to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation.

COVID-19 vaccine call center to be launched in Texas

Gov. Greg Abbott, TDEM, and the Texas Military Department announced the launch of the call center, which will be available starting Friday at 8 a.m.

Twitter suspends ‘From the desk of Donald J. Trump’ account

A Twitter account that included press releases and statements by former President Donald Trump has been banned from the social media platform.

Biden pushes $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan during Louisiana visit

President Joe Biden visited the reliably Republican state of Louisiana on Thursday, speaking in the hurricane-battered city of Lake Charles while touting his proposed $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan.

Biden says restaurants are at ‘top of the list’ to receive more COVID-19 aid

President Biden said right now only about a quarter of restaurant owners in the country are expected to return to normal operations within the next six months. He’s hoping his American Rescue Plan can change that.

Oversight board maintains Trump’s Facebook suspension, but scolds company for indefinite ban

By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.

Judge orders DOJ to release memo on Trump obstruction during Russia investigation

A federal judge has ordered the release of a legal memorandum the Trump-era Justice Department prepared for then-Attorney General William Barr before he announced his conclusion that President Donald Trump had not obstructed justice during the Russia investigation.

Emergency SNAP benefits extended for May

The emergency May allotments are in addition to the more than $3.1 billion in benefits previously provided to Texans since April 2020.

House GOP leader shares concern over Liz Cheney's 'ability to carry out her job' amid barbs with Trump

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is stepping up the pressure on Liz Cheney, describing concerns by rank-and-file Republicans about “her ability to carry out her job” after she traded insults with former President Donald Trump.