Democrats trying to block Abbott from using COVID recovery funds on border wall
Texas Democrats are joining together to protect the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds available for Texas under the American Rescue Plan.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott's migrant detention plan
Immigration attorney Thomas Esparza joins Rebecca Thomas to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott's plan to crack down on border crossings.
South Texas prepares for Abbott, Trump border tour
On Wednesday Gov. Greg Abbott will use the border as a backdrop to show former President Donald Trump his plan to secure it.
FOX 7 Discussion: Majority of Texans support expanding Medicaid
Brian Phillips with Texas Public Policy and state representative Erin Zwiener join Mike Warren to talk about a recent poll that shows most Texans support expanding Medicaid.
Austin holds town hall to hear from residents about homeless concerns
The city of Austin recently held a town hall that brought out dozens of concerned citizens.
Harris asserts 'progress' made amid 'tough' situation at US-Mexico border
Vice President Kamala Harris has used her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since taking office to call for an end to political “rhetoric” and “infighting” over immigration, an issue that Republicans have been eager to weaponize against her.
Texans oppose permitless carry, but support expanding Medicaid and restricting transgender student athletes
The Legislature gaveled out at the end of month after passing bills on abortion, guns, police budgets and the Texas power grid. Here's how Texas voters feel about the results.
Abbott issues statewide call for jailers to assist at border
Earlier in the month, Abbott announced that state trespassing charges would be filed on those caught illegally crossing or smuggling people into Texas.
Police, Trump supporters sued over Texas highway incident
Videos shared on social media show a group of cars and pickup trucks riding alongside the campaign bus as it traveled from San Antonio to Austin.
Democrats sue Texas governor over vetoing pay after walkout
Going straight to the Texas Supreme Court, Democrats called the veto an unconstitutional power grab.
Quinnipiac University poll shows Texans split on Abbott reelection
According to the poll, voters in Texas are split on Governor Greg Abbott, who is up for reelection next year. 46% say he deserves to be reelected while 48% say he does not.
Texas border wall project receives over $450K in donations in one week
Texas received $459,000 in private donations for the state’s planned wall at the southern border, Gov. Greg Abbott's office announced.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott sets date for special session
Travis County GOP executive director Brian Ruddle and Glenn Smith from Progress Texas discuss what could be on the table for July's special session.
Eanes ISD superintendent defends diversity project
Parents fear the program is actually Critical Race Theory. State lawmakers have passed legislation that prohibits school districts from adopting it.
Harris to make 1st visit to US-Mexico border Friday
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make her first visit to the U.S.-Mexico border since taking office.
FOX 7 Discussion: GOP candidates running for Texas Attorney General
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Democratic consultant Joe Deshotel join Mike Warren to talk about the GOP candidates challenging Ken Paxton.
2021 Texas Legislature special session to start July 8
Gov. Greg Abbott said the special session will begin July 8, with the topics to be announced at a later date.
FOX 7 Discussion: Firearms instructors pushing gun education, safety
Raul Camacho, founder of Professional Firearms Instructors of Texas, talks about how firearms instructors are pushing the importance of gun safety.
Abbott vetoes bill protecting dogs left outside in harsh conditions
Abbott vetoed the "Safe Outdoor Dogs Act" that would protect dogs left outside by their owners in dangerous conditions, claiming the state doesn't need the bill.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott vetoes part of budget that funds Legislature
Brian Ruddle and Glenn Smith join Mike Warren to talk about how Abbott has vetoed the part of the state budget bill that would fund the Legislature.