Texas House passes bill that would punish cities that defund police
House Bill 1900, or the "Back the Blue" bill, will now go to the Texas Senate for consideration.
House Bill 1900, or the "Back the Blue" bill, will now go to the Texas Senate for consideration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.