‘Safe Outdoor Dogs Act’ goes into effect in Texas on Jan 18

Under the new law, for safety reasons, dog owners may no longer use chain restraints on outdoor dogs, though there are some restraints that are still allowed - like a cable tie-out.

New COVID-19 business orders in effect in Austin-Travis County

It’s up to individual stores and restaurants discretion which of these steps they want to take, but one thing is required. If they don’t do this, they could face a $1,000 fine.

This Week in Texas Politics: Campaign trails heat up

Rudy Koski and his panel of political analysts discuss the latest developments in Texas politics, including the governor's race, Operation Lone Star and new courtroom showdowns.

Paxton to fight Austin judge's ruling on Abbott's Operation Lone Star

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is planning to appeal a ruling that Gov. Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star contains unconstitutional initiatives.

Texas Secretary of State 'surprised' by mail-in ballot application rejections

In a press release, John Scott accused Travis County of making the decision to reject these mail ballot applications before contacting his office.

New Texas law in effect Jan. 18 lays out rules for tethering dogs outside

A new Texas law in effect on January 18 defines what type of shelter a dog must have access to if left tethered alone outside, and it prohibits the use of certain kinds of restraints — including chains.

Texas launches statewide online mail-in-ballot tracker for voters

Was your mail-in-ballot rejected? Now you can check, a statewide online mail-in-ballot tracker is now available for voters in Texas.

O'Rourke, Abbott both speak with Texas mayors on the campaign trail

Both Governor Greg Abbott and Beto O'Rourke recently held meetings with groups of Texas mayors to discuss current issues.

Texas State Representative Celia Israel running for Mayor of Austin

The Democrat made the announcement at an event with her supporters. In September 2021, Rep. Israel said she would not seek re-election to her District 50 seat.

FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott releases campaign spots ahead of Texas primaries

Glenn Smith, a senior strategist at Progress Texas, and former Texas GOP chairman James Dickey join Mike Warren to talk about Abbott beginning his reelection campaign by touting his successes at the border.

Austin voters to decide on decriminalizing marijuana, banning no-knock warrants

The Austin Freedom Act of 2021 is a ballot initiative launched by the organization to decriminalize marijuana and ban no-knock warrants by police.

US Rep Michael McCaul tests positive for COVID-19, will vote by proxy

Congressman Michael McCaul, who represents the 10th District of Texas, has tested positive for coronavirus and will vote by proxy as a result.

Ted Cruz called Jan 6 riot a “terrorist attack,” now says he misspoke

After conservative backlash, Cruz took to a FOX News show — whose host also lambasted him — to backpedal from comments he made during a congressional hearing.