Texas Lottery concerns: Bill filed to ban app, Internet purchase of lotto tickets
More Texas officials have joined calls for an evaluation of the Texas Lottery after a controversial $83.5 million ticket was purchased in north Austin.
Teacher pay raise bill sails through Texas Senate committee
A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday on a bill that would increase teacher pay in Texas.
Gov. Abbott defends GOP reforms at Austin conference
Governor Greg Abbott continues to push state lawmakers to pass school choice legislation, tax reform, and to do more on the border.
Texas bill would require proof of citizenship to register to vote | Texas: The Issue Is
A new poll shows a majority of Texans are in favor of some type of voter reform.
Texas Legislature latest, TEA head testifies, Cornyn vs Paxton, and more: TWITP
The stage was set this week for what could be a state legislative session of high drama and infighting. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts have a look at some of the top stories this week.
Elon Musk, Ted Cruz call for Texas House to pass school choice bill
Ted Cruz and Elon Musk are joining a growing number of people in Washington with eyes on the Texas lawmakers as school choice moves through the Texas House.
Homestead exemption clears Texas Senate, awaits uncertain future in House
Senate Bill 4 has passed and heads to the House now, promising an increased homestead exemption for Texas property taxpayers.
Texas lawmakers want to establish a Bitcoin Reserve, what is it?
Texas lawmakers are pushing for investments into cryptocurrency as a way to diversify state funds.
2026 US Senate: What new poll shows about possible Ken Paxton, John Cornyn race
Attorney General Ken Paxton is considering challenging sitting Senator John Cornyn for his seat in the Senate. A new poll from the University of Houston shows what Texas Republicans think of both men.
Texas lawmakers move forward on bail reform package
State lawmakers are moving forward on legislation to keep violent undocumented immigrants in jail. That's just one piece of the bail reform package, also known as Senate Bill 9.
Texas bill would allow parents to block students from certain school library books
Senate Bill 13 would allow parents to monitor and limit was materials their child could have access to in school libraries.
Texas regulated sports betting market: It's one step closer
The push to bring regulated, taxed, and licensed sports betting in Texas is now one step closer.
AG Ken Paxton on US Senate: 'I don't know if I'm running for sure'
Attorney General Ken Paxton said he's still considering a primary challenge to incumbent Sen. John Cornyn next year.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls on House to pass bail reform package
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Wednesday called on the Texas House to pass a series of bills designed to reform the state's bail system for violent offenders.
Measure to lower Texas property taxes advances at State Capitol
The continuing cry for relief from ever rising property taxes is fully underway at the State Capitol with particular focus on slashing the burden for seniors.
New effort to lower property taxes moves through Texas legislature
SB 4 promises to provide more tax relief for homeowners and cash payments to local schools to replace a chunk of the revenue stream districts would lose.
Texas education: TEA commissioner speaks to committee about funding
The head of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) weighed in on the education funding debate at the state capitol.
Texas lawmakers reattempt to bring prayer, Ten Commandments into classrooms
Bills filed in the Texas Senate are once again trying to bring prayer and the Ten Commandments into public school classrooms.
THC cannabis debate heats up in Texas with Senate Bill 3
A ban on THC is one of the top pieces of legislation being pushed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. FOX 7 Austin's 7 On Your Side reporter John Krinjak takes a closer look at Senate Bill 3 and its potential impact.
Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.