Texas Democrats who walked out on SB-7 vote, to meet with VP Harris in D.C.

Ten Texas House and Senate members get an invitation from Vice President Kamala Harris after walking out on a vote for Senate Bill 7, a legislation that would restrict Texas citizen's voting rights.

Georgetown assistant city manager accepts new position in Cibolo

Georgetown Assistant City Manager Wayne Reed has accepted the position of city manager for the City of Cibolo, Texas.

Pflugerville woman worries about possible voter disenfranchisement

A Pflugerville woman is sharing her dad's story to express worry about recent legislation, including SB 7, that will possibly disenfranchise voters.

Abbott signs ERCOT reforms, power grid weatherization legislation

Officials hope the legislation will address some of the deadly problems that left millions in the cold during the February winter storms.

FOX 7 Discussion: Texas GOP infighting

Brian Ruddle with the Travis County GOP and Glenn Smith with Progress Texas talk about a possibly contentious 2022 primary for the Texas GOP.

Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill banning COVID-19 vaccine passports

Abbott signed the bill hours after Carnival announced they would be returning to Texas soon for people who received their final COVID-19 vaccine dose.

Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.

First openly gay man elected to San Antonio city council

Jalen McKee-Rodriguez has become the first openly gay man to be elected to the San Antonio City Council, defeating incumbent Jada Andrews-Sullivan.

Allen West announces resignation as Texas GOP Chairman

West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.

Allen West announces resignation as Texas Republican Party Chairman

In a news release, the Texas GOP says that Lt. Col. (Ret.) West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.

2022 Texas Republican primaries already heating up with Donald Trump endorsing Gov. Abbott

The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.

Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announces run for attorney general against Ken Paxton

Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced Wednesday that he is running for attorney general, challenging fellow Republican Ken Paxton with a sharp focus on Paxton's legal troubles.

The last Bush gets ready for Texas-sized political showdown

Bush is likely to announce Wednesday that he’s challenging another statewide officeholder and fellow Republican – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

FOX 7 Discussion: Texas Legislature's special session and SB7

Editor of The Quorum Report Scott Braddock talks about the expected Texas Legislative special session and what's next for Senate Bill 7.

Voting rights organizations gather together against SB 7

Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.

Abbott says he'll veto budget article that funds legislative branch

“I will veto Article 10 of the budget passed by the legislature. Article 10 funds the legislative branch. No pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned"