Rate freeze plan, relief check idea could come with unintended higher costs
Addressing affordability was a big promise on the campaign trail, but making good on that promise may actually end up costing you, and definitely cost the state, some money.
Addressing affordability was a big promise on the campaign trail, but making good on that promise may actually end up costing you, and definitely cost the state, some money.
Warnings about Hinojosa affordability initiatives
New warnings are coming out regarding two big affordability promises made by Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa. Those promises involve an executive order to freeze utility rates and send out relief checks. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski reports.
New warnings are coming out regarding two big affordability promises made by Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa. Those promises involve an executive order to freeze utility rates and send out relief checks. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski reports.
What's next for Texas?
The rebuilding project under the Texas Capitol dome is fully underway. Democrats are putting up the help wanted sign, and Republicans are looking for help recovering from the "Blue Wave". FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski reports.
The rebuilding project under the Texas Capitol dome is fully underway. Democrats are putting up the help wanted sign, and Republicans are looking for help recovering from the "Blue Wave". FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski reports.
Texas AG Ken Paxton finalizes divorce after wife Angela cited 'biblical grounds'
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife, Angela, have finalized their divorce after more than 30 years of marriage and following his recent Senate election loss, according to Collin County court records.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife, Angela, have finalized their divorce after more than 30 years of marriage and following his recent Senate election loss, according to Collin County court records.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says Texas turned 'purple' after GOP's midterm election losses
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he believes Texas has become a "purple" state during a podcast Thursday in which he shared his thoughts on the results of the 2026 midterm elections.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he believes Texas has become a "purple" state during a podcast Thursday in which he shared his thoughts on the results of the 2026 midterm elections.
Following 'blue tsunami,' Ted Cuz moves to rebuild Texas GOP with new Austin headquarters
Sen. Ted Cruz is planning to open a new headquarters for his Saving Texas group to help strengthen the state Republican Party following sweeping election losses.
Sen. Ted Cruz is planning to open a new headquarters for his Saving Texas group to help strengthen the state Republican Party following sweeping election losses.
Austin ISD board candidate concedes race ahead of runoff
A candidate for an Austin ISD board position says the expense of a runoff election was not something she could ask the students to forfeit.
A candidate for an Austin ISD board position says the expense of a runoff election was not something she could ask the students to forfeit.
Texas $1,500 relief checks: Lawmaker files bill to send one-time payment to every household
A San Antonio Democrat has filed a bill that, if passed, would fulfill Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa’s promise to send $1,500 checks to every Texas household.
A San Antonio Democrat has filed a bill that, if passed, would fulfill Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa’s promise to send $1,500 checks to every Texas household.
Austin ISD no longer cooperating with state review
Austin ISD is saying it will no longer cooperate in the state's review of its use of public funding. The Texas Comptroller chose AISD for an investigation into if the district has been following state law in its spending habits. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel reports.
Austin ISD is saying it will no longer cooperate in the state's review of its use of public funding. The Texas Comptroller chose AISD for an investigation into if the district has been following state law in its spending habits. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel reports.
Austin ISD no longer cooperating with comptroller review
Austin ISD says it will no longer be cooperating with the state's review of how it uses public funding. The district is voicing concerns about the review's timeline and scope.
Austin ISD says it will no longer be cooperating with the state's review of how it uses public funding. The district is voicing concerns about the review's timeline and scope.
New Lt. Gov. announces transition team
Incoming Lt. Gov. Vikki Goodwin announced her transition team at the Texas Capitol Tuesday, including three notable Republicans and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson.
Incoming Lt. Gov. Vikki Goodwin announced her transition team at the Texas Capitol Tuesday, including three notable Republicans and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson.
Texas lawmakers waste no time filing bills for upcoming session
Texas lawmakers wasted no time filing legislation for the upcoming session, with more than 1,200 bills being filed on Monday.
Texas lawmakers wasted no time filing legislation for the upcoming session, with more than 1,200 bills being filed on Monday.
Patrick supports curbing power of office he lost to Democrat Vikki Goodwin
Another Texas lawmaker is calling for restrictions on a statewide government office after Republicans took staggering losses across the board on election night.
Another Texas lawmaker is calling for restrictions on a statewide government office after Republicans took staggering losses across the board on election night.
Texas Lt. Governor-elect Vikki Goodwin announces transition leadership team
Lt. Governor-elect Vikki Goodwin announced her transition leadership team and spoke about her vision of leadership in the Texas Senate.
Lt. Governor-elect Vikki Goodwin announced her transition leadership team and spoke about her vision of leadership in the Texas Senate.
Texas leads nation in uninsured citizens
Health care is once again taking center stage at the Texas capitol. Following the historic midterm election that flipped the balance of power in the Texas House, debate is already reigniting over whether the state should finally expand Medicaid. But for millions of Texans, understanding how the system actually works—and who is left out—remains confusing. FOX 7 Austin's Dennis de la Pena has the breakdown.
Health care is once again taking center stage at the Texas capitol. Following the historic midterm election that flipped the balance of power in the Texas House, debate is already reigniting over whether the state should finally expand Medicaid. But for millions of Texans, understanding how the system actually works—and who is left out—remains confusing. FOX 7 Austin's Dennis de la Pena has the breakdown.
Group calls for execution pause in Texas
Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa is being asked to help stop all executions in Texas. The call, which came today from a group that opposes the death penalty, includes a plan on how to do it. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski has more.
Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa is being asked to help stop all executions in Texas. The call, which came today from a group that opposes the death penalty, includes a plan on how to do it. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski has more.
Anti-death penalty group wants execution pause from Texas Gov-elect Hinojosa
An anti-death penalty group is calling for Texas Gov. Gina Hinojosa to stop all executions in Texas.
An anti-death penalty group is calling for Texas Gov. Gina Hinojosa to stop all executions in Texas.
Texas State Senator Joan Huffman files legislation to repeal data center sales tax exemptions
Texas State Senator Joan Huffman has announced she's filed legislation to repeal data center sales tax exemptions.
Texas State Senator Joan Huffman has announced she's filed legislation to repeal data center sales tax exemptions.
Debate reignites in Georgetown over 110-year-old Confederate courthouse statue
A long-standing debate over a century-old Confederate statue in Georgetown’s historic downtown square has resurfaced, with local residents appealing to newly elected Williamson County officials to reconsider its place outside the county's former courthouse.
A long-standing debate over a century-old Confederate statue in Georgetown’s historic downtown square has resurfaced, with local residents appealing to newly elected Williamson County officials to reconsider its place outside the county's former courthouse.
Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa unveils official portal for administration job applications
Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa’s transition team launched an online portal and website inviting Texans to submit resumes to serve in the incoming administration.
Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa’s transition team launched an online portal and website inviting Texans to submit resumes to serve in the incoming administration.