Pro-choice advocates speak out against controversial abortion bill
Former candidate for Texas governor Wendy Davis was among those voicing their opposition to the bill.
Former candidate for Texas governor Wendy Davis was among those voicing their opposition to the bill.
FOX 7 Discussion: CLEAT to release report card on political leaders
Charley Wilkison, the executive director of CLEAT, joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about the report card they are planning on releasing about who is and isn't living up to their political promises.
Charley Wilkison, the executive director of CLEAT, joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about the report card they are planning on releasing about who is and isn't living up to their political promises.
Faith leaders oppose ‘heartbeat bill’ measures at Texas Capitol
Those opposed to SB 8 say the legal liability is too broad. It’s claimed that under the law a rapist could sue the family members of his victim if they recommend an abortion should be done.
Those opposed to SB 8 say the legal liability is too broad. It’s claimed that under the law a rapist could sue the family members of his victim if they recommend an abortion should be done.
Major felony bond reform passes Texas House
On Tuesday, lawmakers in the Texas House responded with final passage of HB-20, a measure which will make it much more difficult for defendants with a criminal history of violence to gain bond.
On Tuesday, lawmakers in the Texas House responded with final passage of HB-20, a measure which will make it much more difficult for defendants with a criminal history of violence to gain bond.
Texas has more anti-LGBTQ legislation than any other state, says HRC
With more than two dozen bills filed this session, Texas has more anti-LGBTQ legislation than any other state according to the Human Rights Campaign.
With more than two dozen bills filed this session, Texas has more anti-LGBTQ legislation than any other state according to the Human Rights Campaign.
FOX 7 Discussion: Austin votes to reinstate the public camping ban
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza from Progress Texas talk about the camping ban that goes back into effect on May 11.
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza from Progress Texas talk about the camping ban that goes back into effect on May 11.
Prop B passes: What happens now to the homeless in downtown Austin?
There’s still a divide on what should happen next with the homeless population in Austin.
There’s still a divide on what should happen next with the homeless population in Austin.
Activists rally for police, criminal justice reform at Texas Capitol
Several groups gathered at the front of the Capitol during the 87th Legislative session to make a statement.
Several groups gathered at the front of the Capitol during the 87th Legislative session to make a statement.
Alcohol to go now good to go for Governor Abbott signature
The bill also applies to private clubs that have state permits. State lawmakers, Wednesday, sent it to Governor Greg Abbott for his signature.
The bill also applies to private clubs that have state permits. State lawmakers, Wednesday, sent it to Governor Greg Abbott for his signature.
Understanding Austin’s ballot: Prop H
Supporters of Prop H, also known as democracy dollars, say it aims to open the door for candidates who otherwise couldn't afford it to run for office.
Supporters of Prop H, also known as democracy dollars, say it aims to open the door for candidates who otherwise couldn't afford it to run for office.
Understanding Austin’s ballot: Prop G
Proposition G is asking if Austinites would like another council district.
Proposition G is asking if Austinites would like another council district.
Permitless handgun carry bill gets Texas Senate hearing
HB 1927 would place handguns in the same classification as a long rifle - which currently can be carried in public without a state license.
HB 1927 would place handguns in the same classification as a long rifle - which currently can be carried in public without a state license.
No charges filed in alleged drugging of Texas Capitol staffer
DPS and the Travis County DA's Office say they don't have enough evidence to support the allegation that a lobbyist spiked the drink of a Capitol staffer.
DPS and the Travis County DA's Office say they don't have enough evidence to support the allegation that a lobbyist spiked the drink of a Capitol staffer.
Austin Interim Police Chief speaks out against constitutional carry law
Joseph Chacon was at the Texas Capitol alongside other Texas police chiefs to voice opposition to the bill.
Joseph Chacon was at the Texas Capitol alongside other Texas police chiefs to voice opposition to the bill.
Understanding Austin’s Ballot: Prop E
One of the propositions is a city charter amendment that can change how elections are structured and if it passed, it could eliminate runoffs.
One of the propositions is a city charter amendment that can change how elections are structured and if it passed, it could eliminate runoffs.
Understanding Austin’s ballot: Prop F
Right now the city has a city manager who controls how the city is run basically. Prop F is asking if voters want to put the mayor in that role.
Right now the city has a city manager who controls how the city is run basically. Prop F is asking if voters want to put the mayor in that role.
Abbott, state officials announce $11.2B in public school funding
These one-time funds are intended to support a comprehensive learning recovery effort in Texas over the next three years.
These one-time funds are intended to support a comprehensive learning recovery effort in Texas over the next three years.
Austin mayor gets backlash after Prop B tweets, accused of politicizing issue
Austin Mayor Steve Adler tweeted that people who have voted early thus far are older and more Republican.
Austin Mayor Steve Adler tweeted that people who have voted early thus far are older and more Republican.
FOX 7 Discussion: 2020 census effects on Texas redistricting
Dr. Lloyd Potter, director of the Texas Demographic Center at UTSA, joins Mike Warren to talk about the effect of the 2020 census on redistricting.
Dr. Lloyd Potter, director of the Texas Demographic Center at UTSA, joins Mike Warren to talk about the effect of the 2020 census on redistricting.
FOX 7 Discussion: Texas gains 2 seats in Congress following 2020 census
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Rose Clouston, the voter protection director at the Texas Democratic Party, talk about Texas gaining two seats.
Travis County GOP Executive Director Brian Ruddle and Rose Clouston, the voter protection director at the Texas Democratic Party, talk about Texas gaining two seats.