Texas governor signs law banning abortions as early as 6 weeks

The law signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott puts Texas in line with more than a dozen other states that ban abortions after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, as early as six weeks.

FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott ends federal pandemic-related unemployment benefits

Travis County GOP Chairman Matt Mackowiak and Glenn Smith from Progress Texas share their opinions on Abbott's decision to end federal pandemic-related unemployment benefits for Texans.

Gov. Abbott signs bill making alcohol to-go permanent in Texas

State lawmakers sent HB 1024 to Governor Greg Abbott for his signature at the end of April and Gov. Abbott has now signed it into law.

FOX 7 Discussion: 87th Texas Legislature nearing its end

Brian Ruddle with the Travis County GOP and Wesley Story with Progress Texas join Mike Warren to discuss how the Texas legislative session is going.

City to enact four-phase plan to reinstate camping ban

The City of Austin voted loud and clear in favor of Prop B to reinstate the camping ban. Austin leaders introduced a 4-phase plan to do just that.

Lawmakers debating bill that would fine those experiencing homelessness up to $500

House Bill 1925, has advanced through the house and it’s sparking conversation once more on what to do about those experiencing homelessness In the state.

FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott to face challengers for governor

Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza with Progress Texas discuss Gov. Abbott's vulnerability in 2022.

Political consultant and public relations pioneer Julian Read dies

Read was an advisor to six presidents and he delivered the first briefing to the international media following President John F. Kennedy's assassination.

Controversial voting legislation SB 7 passes Texas House

Texas Republicans say Senate Bill 7 will “maintain election integrity,” while Democrats say it's designed to disenfranchise voters.

FOX 7 Discussion: Texas AG unblocks Twitter critics after lawsuit

ACLU of Texas attorney Kate Huddleston joins Mike Warren to discuss a lawsuit filed against Ken Paxton over blocking accounts on Twitter.

The Force is strong with the Kyle City Council

The Kyle City Council spent part of its May 4th council meeting this week dressed up as their favorite Star Wars characters.

Texas House approves bill regulating how animals are sold in stores

HB 1818 would require pet store owners to get the dogs and cats they sell from an animal control agency, a shelter, a rescue organization, or a licensed breeder.

Texas Senate approves constitutional carry bill

House Bill 1927 will now go to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk after the Texas Senate approved it 18-13.

FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Legislature debates possible abortion laws

Jonathan Saenz with Texas Values and Diana Gomez with Progress Texas discuss bills that would impose much stricter laws over abortions in Texas.

Austin City Council to vote on resuming APD cadet classes

Last summer, the Austin City Council voted to temporarily stop cadet classes until the Austin Police Department examined its training curriculum.

Abortion ‘heartbeat bill’ wins critical vote in Texas House

Senate Bill 8, a new attempt to restrict abortions in Texas, makes a heartbeat of an unborn child the new standard.

Permitless carry of a handgun in Texas nearly law, after Senate OKs bill

The Texas House has approved a bill that would allow handguns to be carried without a permit, marking a win for gun rights activists who have for years pushed the measure at the Legislature but a blow to El Paso Democrats who have been fighting for gun safety measures since the 2019 massacre in their hometown.