Special session has begun at the Texas Capitol and tensions are heavy
With some controversial bills on the Governor's call for the special session, the possibility of another Democrat walkout is not ruled out if legislatures can't find a compromise.
With some controversial bills on the Governor's call for the special session, the possibility of another Democrat walkout is not ruled out if legislatures can't find a compromise.
Austin city manager to unveil preliminary city budget Friday
Flooding, public safety, and helping those affected by COVID-19 are all on the radar for council members as they await to hear the proposed budget.
Flooding, public safety, and helping those affected by COVID-19 are all on the radar for council members as they await to hear the proposed budget.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Legislature funding fight
Texas Tribune political reporter Patrick Svitek joins Mike Warren to talk about the upcoming special session.
Texas Tribune political reporter Patrick Svitek joins Mike Warren to talk about the upcoming special session.
Texas Legislature Special Session agenda released by Gov. Abbott
A number of hot issue items are on the agenda following Texas Democrats' walkout on the final night of the 87th Legislative Session.
A number of hot issue items are on the agenda following Texas Democrats' walkout on the final night of the 87th Legislative Session.
FOX 7 Discussion: Special session set to start in 2 days
Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Texas Democratic Party executive director Jamarr Brown discuss what could possibly be on the table.
Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Texas Democratic Party executive director Jamarr Brown discuss what could possibly be on the table.
Georgetown City Council member resigns
Rachael Jonrowe, who represents District 6 in Georgetown, had announced her intention to resign in June, citing personal reasons.
Rachael Jonrowe, who represents District 6 in Georgetown, had announced her intention to resign in June, citing personal reasons.
Allen West announces he is running against Governor Abbott
Texas GOP Chairman Allen West announced Sunday he is running for governor, challenging fellow Republican Greg Abbott.
Texas GOP Chairman Allen West announced Sunday he is running for governor, challenging fellow Republican Greg Abbott.
Texas State Senator Jane Nelson announces she will not seek re-election in 2022
Long-time State Senator Jane Nelson, of Flower Mound, will not run for re-election in 2022.
Long-time State Senator Jane Nelson, of Flower Mound, will not run for re-election in 2022.
Texans with disabilities fear voting will get harder for them as special session on GOP restrictions nears
Texans with disabilities also face the prospect of new barriers to the ballot box.
Texans with disabilities also face the prospect of new barriers to the ballot box.
Texas parents seek help from lawmakers for child with autism suffering worsening health conditions
A popular autistic teen and business owner is in a crisis that is baffling doctors and frightening her parents.
A popular autistic teen and business owner is in a crisis that is baffling doctors and frightening her parents.
Allen West announces he is running against Gov. Greg Abbott in Republican primary
The Texas GOP chairman made his campaign official Sunday.
The Texas GOP chairman made his campaign official Sunday.
"Everything is on the table": Democrats mull options for special session, including another walkout
After killing Republicans' priority voting bill during the regular legislative session, Democratic lawmakers are mulling how to try to stop it in the special session that starts July 8.
After killing Republicans' priority voting bill during the regular legislative session, Democratic lawmakers are mulling how to try to stop it in the special session that starts July 8.
Texas Dems call border visit a 'publicity stunt' amid 'real issues'
Democrats on Wednesday said Texas leaders should focus on expanding power capacity and coming up with a better emergency plan in the meantime.
Democrats on Wednesday said Texas leaders should focus on expanding power capacity and coming up with a better emergency plan in the meantime.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas voting rights battle
ACLU of Texas senior staff attorney Tommy Buser-Clancy joins Mike Warren to discuss the possibility of federal lawsuits if Texas passes SB 7.
ACLU of Texas senior staff attorney Tommy Buser-Clancy joins Mike Warren to discuss the possibility of federal lawsuits if Texas passes SB 7.
FOX 7 Discussion: Governor Abbott, Trump visit the border wall
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Tricia Cortez with the No Border Wall Coalition talk about Abbott and Trump's visit to the border.
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Tricia Cortez with the No Border Wall Coalition talk about Abbott and Trump's visit to the border.
Former President Trump tours southern border with Gov. Abbott
Former President Donald Trump joined the governor and other state leaders Wednesday for a Texas border tour.
Former President Donald Trump joined the governor and other state leaders Wednesday for a Texas border tour.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.