FOX 7 Discussion: Texas pursuing new voting restrictions

Travis County GOP Chairman Matt Mackowiak and Ed Espinoza with Progress Texas talk about the Republican push for more voting restrictions.

George W. Bush says he's 'still disturbed' over Capitol riot

The former president said in an interview that he was “disgusted” as he watched the deadly Capitol riot unfold on Jan. 6, saying he’s “still disturbed.”

Biden administration releases images of Texas border facilities housing migrant children

U.S. Customs and Border Protection shared two videos and 44 photos of the processing centers, located in Donna and El Paso, that are housing unaccompanied migrant children.

Homeless hotel fight moves to the Texas Legislature

Two Senate bills have been filed in response to Austin's plan to purchase the Candlewood Suites hotel to convert into housing for the homeless.

Asian American leaders across Texas address anti-Asian hate crimes

For the first time in Texas history, top Asian American leaders from the state's largest cities join in standing against hate and demanding action.  

Bill streamlines guardianship law for disabled kids who turn 18

HB 1675 streamlines the process for parents who want to retain guardianship after their disabled children become adults.

Mask-related incidents in Austin have spiked since Abbott's decision

Mask-related calls to Austin Police, Fire, 3-1-1, and code have spiked since Governor Greg Abbott lifted the statewide mask mandate.

FOX 7 Discussion: State Rep. Talarico on bill to raise teacher wages

State Rep. James Talarico joins Mike Warren to talk about his newly proposed bill to raise the minimum wage for Texas teachers.

Public Utility Commission chairman resigns at Gov. Abbott's request

Gov. Greg Abbott says he has asked for and accepted the resignation of Arthur D'Andrea, the last remaining member of the three-seat commission.

Texas lawmakers move to other issues but may not avoid special session

There is a sense of urgency under the Texas State Capitol dome after the shutdown from the winter storm cost lawmakers a week of the 140-day session.

Texas Senate passes bill to help reduce electric charges from winter storm

Senate Bill 2142 directs the Public Utility Commission to order ERCOT to reassess prices, which in some cases were being passed down to customers. 

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.