Dan Patrick holds briefing about SB 2142, undoing ERCOT overcharges
SB 2142 will require the Public Utility Commission of Texas to order ERCOT to correct prices of wholesale power and ancillary services sold Feb. 17-19.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott discusses election integrity legislation
Texas Gov. Abbott was in Houston Monday to discuss legislative efforts meant to ensure election integrity across the state.
Texas lawmaker files bill to raise minimum wage for teachers
Representative James Talarico (D-Round Rock) announced Thursday he has filed a bill that would increase the minimum salary of a teacher to $70,000.
Central Texas to receive over half a billion in stimulus funds
Texas is expected to receive just over $27 billion in total, with $16.8 billion for the state government and $10.4 billion for local governments.
Matthew McConaughey says running for governor of Texas is 'a true consideration'
Matthew McConaughey could be headed for a career in politics in the near future.
State, local leaders battle over lifting of mask mandate in Texas
The Texas Attorney General is throwing his support behind Governor Abbott's decision to lift the statewide mask mandate.
FOX 7 Discussion: Poll shows Texans split on lifting mask mandate
Travis County GOP Chairman Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza from Progress Texas discuss a recent poll showing that Texans are split about lifting the mask mandate.
City of Round Rock will continue to require residents wear masks
The City of Round Rock is still requiring residents to wear masks, despite Governor Abbott's decision to lift the statewide mask mandate.
Poll: Sharp divide between rural and urban areas on mask wearing
Repeal is not popular in major metro areas or with people of color, according to the findings of the study.
GOP Texas lawmaker introduces anti-abortion bill that could allow death penalty for violators
The bill would direct the state attorney general to prosecute abortion cases with assault and 'criminal homicide' charges
Williamson County businesses prepare for 100% capacity, lifting of mask mandate
Businesses are also gearing up to open at full capacity after nearly a year of either opening at partial capacity or being closed altogether.
Gov. Abbott blames Biden administration for migrant surge at border
Abbott said it is President Joe Biden’s "open border" policies that give the greenlight to cartels and other criminal activity.
FOX 7 Discussion: Gov. Abbott’s visit to South Texas border
Travis County GOP Chairman Matt Mackowiak and immigration attorney Pooja Sethi share their opinions on Abbott calling the situation at the border a crisis.
Masks will continue to be required within the City of Austin
“In Austin, we’re committed to saving lives. Period."
Essential workers at rally demand to be vaccinated as soon as possible
Organizers of the rally say the lifting of the mask mandate highlights why essential workers need to be vaccinated as soon as possible.
Service industry workers calling on Abbott to delay lifting COVID mandates
Organizers of the rally say the lifting of the mask mandate underscores why essential workers need to be vaccinated now.
Texas bills aim to protect consumers, strengthen state's electric grid
Members of the Texas House have filed legislation to protect consumers and strengthen the state's electric grid following massive power outages.
Activists gather at Texas Capitol asking for CPS, DFPS reform
Some Texas parents want to bring change to child welfare services, and they are hoping new legislation will help.
City of Austin apologizes for role in disenfranchising Black people
Austin City Council voted yes to a resolution to begin racial reconciliation at the local, state, and federal levels.
TDEM Chief Kidd grilled about power outage messaging during hearing
Chief Nim Kidd was grilled throughout the morning about how the state and some local utilities did not sound a bigger alarm before the winter storm.