Texas Gov. Abbott warns border woes 'will get worse,' points to 'bipartisan response' to Biden admin
Abbott also addressed recent allegations of child sex abuse among migrants at his state's Freeman Coliseum.
‘Cati’s bill’ aims to protect Texas children who cannot swim
Cati's Bill would require childcare providers to identify kids who can't swim and make sure they are fitted for a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket before going near any water.
SB 4, the Star-Spangled Banner Protection Act, passes Texas Senate
The bill would make it mandatory to play the national anthem at sporting events in stadiums funded by taxpayers.
Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action rally for gun reform
Volunteers gathered at the Texas State Capitol as part of “Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund’s Road Trip for Background Checks.”
Texas Sen. John Cornyn demands federal probe into San Antonio child migrant abuse allegations
The abuse allegations were limited to the San Antonio facility – an event center that has been temporarily converted to house unaccompanied minors.
FOX 7 Discussion: Schools waiting on state to send $17.9B in federal relief
Libby Cohen with Raise Your Hand Texas joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about the organization's push for federal COVID-19 funding to go to Texas schools.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Lt. Governor race in 2022
Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza from Progress Texas talk about Mike Collier's chances in a race against Dan Patrick.
Abbott calls on feds to investigate allegations of abuse at immigration center
Abbott called on feds to investigate allegations of abuse at the Freeman Coliseum, where a number of unaccompanied migrant children are being housed.
Texas lawmakers pushing bills to expand healthcare, transparency
With a deadly pandemic still lingering, lawmakers in the Texas House have turned their attention to improving access to doctors, healing drugs and vital therapies.
Texas Legislature debating legislation aimed at honoring Texas heritage
Lawmakers are debating some proposals to honor some of the history and heritage of the Lone Star State.
Texas House committee taking up homeless legislation
A Texas House committee is set to take up legislation that would make it harder for cities to buy hotels and convert them into housing for the homeless.
FOX 7 Discussion: Are Abbott's orders effective for COVID-19 response?
Travis County GOP Chairman Matt Mackowiak and Glenn Smith from Progress Texas discuss possible confusion with Abbott's COVID-19 executive orders.
FOX 7 Discussion: State Rep. Talarico on effort to cap insulin costs
State Rep. James Talarico (D-Round Rock) joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about House Bill 40, which would cap out-of-pocket costs for insulin.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick accuses Senate Bill 7 critics of lying
During a news conference to defend Senate Bill 7, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick made no effort to hide his anger at his political critics.
Abbott issues executive order prohibiting "vaccine passports" in Texas
On Tuesday, many groups that receive “public funds” were scrambling to determine how Abbott's order will impact them, if at all.
Talarico reveals he has diabetes while introducing insulin legislation
State Rep. James Talarico, the primary author of HB 40, revealed he almost died before being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 2018.
Fauci warns against Texas declaring victory, despite declining coronavirus cases after reopening state
Texas ignored Fauci's advice on masks and social distancing mandates last month when Abbott announced that the state would be "100 percent" open again.
Lt. Gov. Patrick talks about proposed voting restrictions legislation
The Texas Senate approved Senate Bill 7, or the Election & Ballot Security bill, last week and it will move on to the House.
Abbott issues order against ‘vaccine passports’ in Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott said Texans will not have to prove they've gotten the COVID-19 vaccine -- at least not to state and local governmental officials.
Austin city leaders speak out against proposed amplified sound bill
Austin Mayor Steve Adler, Austin City Council members, residents, and venue owners are speaking out against House Bill 3813.