Federal judge temporarily blocks new state law on "expressive activity" on college campuses
A federal judge in Austin is temporarily blocking a new state law that bans what it calls 'expressive activity' on university and college campuses.
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa launches campaign for Texas governor
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa has officially launched her campaign for Texas governor, joining a crowded primary field with four other contenders for the state's top job.
Mayor Watson: "We're going to comply with the law" on removing rainbow crosswalk, other street art
The City of Austin will move forward with removing street art like the rainbow crosswalk on 4th Street and the Black Artists Matter mural on 11th Street. However, Mayor Kirk Watson says he is thinking of other ways to highlight diversity in Austin.
Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.
Sen. Cornyn: Trump, GOP not caving to Democrat demands to end shutdown
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) tells FOX 26 that Democrats triggered the government shutdown, and only Democrats can get the government re-opened.
Mamdani calls out Trump in first appearance on Fox: 'I know he may be watching'
"I will not be a mayor like Mayor Adams who will call you to figure out how to stay out of jail," Mamdani said.
Trump, FBI Director Patel tout efforts to crackdown on violent crime
FBI Director Kash Patel joined President Trump to tout federal law enforcement’s efforts to combat crime in major cities across the U.S. in "Operation Summer Heat."
San Francisco leaders reject Benioff’s comment about National Guard
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie joined city law enforcement leaders Tuesday to push back against the idea of National Guard troops patrolling city streets — a proposal that drew attention after Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff first suggested he’d welcome it.
What to know about FAFSA applications amid government shutdown
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
Airports refusing to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown
Airports around the US are reportedly refusing to play a video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.
Love Austin PAC files, then withdraws ethics complaint against website opposing tax increase
In a few weeks, Austinites will vote on a tax rate increase on Proposition Q. There is some bickering between a pro-tax hike political action committee and the creator of a website opposed to it.
Texas flooding: Texas House, Senate launch special legislative investigation committees
A new joint Texas House and Senate committee has been launched to look into the deadly and devastating flooding that swept through the Texas Hill Country in July.
Trump administration revokes visas for 6 foreigners over Charlie Kirk-related speech
The State Department said it had determined they should lose their visas after reviewing their online social media posts and clips about Charlie Kirk.
Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously
President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.
What to know about the 'No Kings' protests set for this weekend
Protesters once again are expected to gather in streets across the country this weekend in opposition of President Donald Trump’s policies. Here's what you need to know about the demonstrations.
Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker warns
The shutdown has entered its third week as lawmakers work towards finding a resolution to reopen the federal government.
