Abbott signs ERCOT reforms, power grid weatherization legislation
Officials hope the legislation will address some of the deadly problems that left millions in the cold during the February winter storms.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas GOP infighting
Brian Ruddle with the Travis County GOP and Glenn Smith with Progress Texas talk about a possibly contentious 2022 primary for the Texas GOP.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill banning COVID-19 vaccine passports
Abbott signed the bill hours after Carnival announced they would be returning to Texas soon for people who received their final COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
First openly gay man elected to San Antonio city council
Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has become the first openly gay man to be elected to the San Antonio City Council, defeating incumbent Jada Andrews-Sullivan.
Allen West announces resignation as Texas GOP Chairman
West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
Allen West announces resignation as Texas Republican Party Chairman
In a news release, the Texas GOP says that Lt. Col. (Ret.) West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
FOX 7 Discussion: Legislature passes measures to address Big Freeze
Dr. Pablo Pinto with the University of Houston joins Mike Warren to discuss measures passed to address Texas's Big Freeze.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott approves penalties for defunding police in Texas cities
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak joins Mike Warren to share his opinions on the legislation.
2022 Texas Republican primaries already heating up with Donald Trump endorsing Gov. Abbott
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announces run for attorney general against Ken Paxton
Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced Wednesday that he is running for attorney general, challenging fellow Republican Ken Paxton with a sharp focus on Paxton's legal troubles.
The last Bush gets ready for Texas-sized political showdown
Bush is likely to announce Wednesday that he’s challenging another statewide officeholder and fellow Republican – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Legislature's special session and SB7
Editor of The Quorum Report Scott Braddock talks about the expected Texas Legislative special session and what's next for Senate Bill 7.
Voting rights organizations gather together against SB 7
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Special session expected after Texas House Democrat walkout over SB 7
Midnight on Sunday was the Texas House deadline to get controversial voting bill Senate Bill 7 to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Texas lawmakers are finished, but expected back for a special session
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Abbott says he'll veto budget article that funds legislative branch
“I will veto Article 10 of the budget passed by the legislature. Article 10 funds the legislative branch. No pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned"
Matthew McConaughey speaks out against mask hesitancy amid rumors he's running for Texas governor
The Oscar-winning actor has been teasing for months now that he is considering running for governor against incumbent candidate Gov. Greg Abbott.
Texas House Democrats stage walkout to block controversial GOP voting bill
Texas Democrats pulled off a dramatic, last-ditch walkout in the state House of Representatives on Sunday night to block passage of one of the most restrictive voting bills in the U.S.
Texas House Democrats walkout blocks controversial voting bill
The Texas House had a deadline of midnight to get Senate Bill 7 to Governor Greg Abbott's desk but Democrats essentially ran the clock.