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James Comey testimony

June 8, 2017 7:00am CDT

Dr. Brian Smith from St. Edward's University shares his thoughts on former FBI Director James Comey testifying in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee before the hearing starts.

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July Special Session Announced

June 6, 2017 5:00pm CDT

Governor Greg Abbott announced Tuesday, that he's calling state lawmakers back to Austin.

Texas teen says Donald Trump is the reason he was attacked at bus stop

September 1, 2015 9:31pm CDT

A Central Texas Teenager, who isn't even old enough to vote, says Donald Trump is the reason he was attacked at a bus stop.

Gov. Abbott asks Texas National Guard to monitor Operation Jade Helm 15

April 28, 2015 9:16pm CDT

Governor Greg Abbott met with the Commander of the Texas National Guard and directed him to monitor Operation Jade Helm 15.

Governor Abbott releases statement on U.S. Supreme Court same-sex marriage cases

April 28, 2015 12:49pm CDT

Governor Greg Abbott released a statement as the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a series of case over whether states' same-sex marriage bans are constitutional.

Governor Greg Abbott reports for jury duty

April 27, 2015 4:37pm CDT

Governor Greg Abbott was ordered to make an appearance at the Travis County courthouse. He wasn't in trouble, the governor was called for jury duty.

Hillary Clinton to announce presidential campaign on Sunday

April 10, 2015 12:59pm CDT

Hillary Rodham Clinton will end months of speculation about her political future and launch her long-awaited 2016 presidential campaign on Sunday, according to people familiar with her plans.

Some UNT students petition for commencement speaker other than Governor Greg Abbott

April 7, 2015 4:41pm CDT

Some students at the University of North Texas are not happy with the person speaking at graduation next month.

Councilmembers back bill encouraging truck drivers to get off I-35, use SH-130

March 25, 2015 4:02pm CDT

Some members of the Austin City Council are throwing their support behind a bill that would encourage 18-wheelers to get off I-35 and use SH-130 instead.

Gov. Abbott directs DFPS to implement new child safety measures

March 25, 2015 1:28pm CDT

The Office of Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Governor Abbott sent a letter to Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner John Specia.

Ted Cruz first to announce presidential bid

March 22, 2015 9:03pm CDT

The 2016 presidential race is 18 months away but it's already expected to be a crowded GOP primary.Texas Senator Ted Cruz will be the first major candidate to formally announce his bid.

Letter sent to White House tests tentatively for cyanide

March 17, 2015 9:11pm CDT

The Secret Service says an envelope addressed to the White House has tentatively tested positive for cyanide.

Governor Abbott talks trade with Ireland's Prime Minister

March 15, 2015 9:21pm CDT

Texas and Ireland are 4,000 miles apart, but they couldn't be more close, in history.

White House fence jumped pleads guilty

March 13, 2015 7:11pm CDT

A former Central Texas man pleaded guilty Friday to breaking into the White House.

Attorney General Paxton says Texas will continue to fight president's executive order

March 12, 2015 4:26pm CDT

The federal government has asked an appeals court to lift a temporary hold on the president's executive action to shield millions of immigrants from deportation.

Marathon Kids Day

March 3, 2015 8:46am CST

To motivate more people to live healthier lives, Marathon Kids and Whole Foods Market are teaming up today.

Governor Abbott weighs in on Rodney Reed stay of execution

February 24, 2015 5:17pm CST

Texas' top criminal appeals court put a hold on the execution of death row inmate Rodney Reed Monday. He was found guilty of killing 19-year-old Stacey Stites nearly 20 years ago in Bastrop County....