L'Oreal Stepney: Gov. Abbott defends TWDB leader after DEI hiring practices accusations
The leader of the state's water supply was in tears after accusations of race-based hiring practices.
The leader of the state's water supply was in tears after accusations of race-based hiring practices.
Leander ISD cuts programs due to budget deficit leaving students upset
Lack of funding has put school districts like Leander ISD in a difficult position where they have to cut hundreds of positions and programs.
Lack of funding has put school districts like Leander ISD in a difficult position where they have to cut hundreds of positions and programs.
Texas gun violence prevention groups advocate for 'common-sense gun safety reforms'
Texas gun violence prevention groups gathered at the State Capitol. They are advocating for what they call ‘common sense gun safety reforms.’
Texas gun violence prevention groups gathered at the State Capitol. They are advocating for what they call ‘common sense gun safety reforms.’
Texas Senate passes SB 26 aiming give raises to teachers
Texas teachers are one step closer to getting a pay raise. On Wednesday, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 26, aimed at improving teacher pay and retention.
Texas teachers are one step closer to getting a pay raise. On Wednesday, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 26, aimed at improving teacher pay and retention.
Safety advocates urge passage of hands-free cellphone law
A Round Rock mom who lost her daughter to a distracted driver has joined an effort to create a statewide, hands-free phone law. The call to action was made at the state capitol by a group of roadway safety advocates.
A Round Rock mom who lost her daughter to a distracted driver has joined an effort to create a statewide, hands-free phone law. The call to action was made at the state capitol by a group of roadway safety advocates.
Texas House has enough votes to pass a school choice bill, Gov. Greg Abbott says
The governor is confident that there are enough votes in the House to pass school vouchers.
The governor is confident that there are enough votes in the House to pass school vouchers.
Texas has more than $194B to spend this legislative session
Texas House members learned Tuesday they have more than $194 billion to spend this legislative session. Speaker Dustin Burrows spoke about the revenue estimate and how it will factor into a new tax cut proposal.
Texas House members learned Tuesday they have more than $194 billion to spend this legislative session. Speaker Dustin Burrows spoke about the revenue estimate and how it will factor into a new tax cut proposal.
Hundreds march for increased public school funding
A rally was held at the state capitol Saturday calling for increased public school funding.
A rally was held at the state capitol Saturday calling for increased public school funding.
Federal Election Commission dismisses complaint that Ted Cruz violated campaign finance law
The Federal Election Commission dismissed claims that Sen. Ted Cruz violated campaign finance laws.
The Federal Election Commission dismissed claims that Sen. Ted Cruz violated campaign finance laws.
Texas Senate committee advances teacher pay bill
A Texas Senate committee has voted to advance Senate Bill 26, a comprehensive bill that would increase teacher pay after public comment on Thursday.
A Texas Senate committee has voted to advance Senate Bill 26, a comprehensive bill that would increase teacher pay after public comment on Thursday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.