FBI director warns of 'elevated' public, national safety; pushes for increased funding
FBI Director Christopher Wray told the House Appropriations subcommittee on Thursday that there is an increasing concern of a potential coordinated attack in the U.S., similar to the Islamic State in Khorasan Province (ISIS-K) attack last month at a concert hall in Russia.
FBI Director Christopher Wray told the House Appropriations subcommittee on Thursday that there is an increasing concern of a potential coordinated attack in the U.S., similar to the Islamic State in Khorasan Province (ISIS-K) attack last month at a concert hall in Russia.
Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks
The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.
The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.
Texas lawmakers, DEI advocates speak out against UT's decision to terminate division
Some state and city leaders are fighting against the University of Texas's decision to terminate at least 66 employees. They want the university to reconsider its terminations.
Some state and city leaders are fighting against the University of Texas's decision to terminate at least 66 employees. They want the university to reconsider its terminations.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson running for re-election
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has announced he is running for re-election this November.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has announced he is running for re-election this November.
TV networks urge Biden, Trump to commit to 2024 election debates
The five television networks have joined forces to draft a letter to encourage President Joe Biden and Donald Trump to participate in the debates ahead of the November presidential election.
The five television networks have joined forces to draft a letter to encourage President Joe Biden and Donald Trump to participate in the debates ahead of the November presidential election.
Arizona abortion law: What to know as near-total ban from 1864 is restored by state supreme court
A new ruling from the Arizona Supreme Court means that abortion will soon be mostly banned in Arizona as a result of a 19th century law. Here's what to know about the ruling, and what could happen in the future that can change the situation once again.
A new ruling from the Arizona Supreme Court means that abortion will soon be mostly banned in Arizona as a result of a 19th century law. Here's what to know about the ruling, and what could happen in the future that can change the situation once again.
Abortions in Arizona: State can enforce 1864 law, supreme court rules
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.
Mike Pence concerned TikTok bill may get lost in 'fog of presidential politics,’ pushes Senate vote
The former vice president’s organization is leading an effort to push the TikTok bill ban through Congress and to President Joe Biden’s desk to get signed.
The former vice president’s organization is leading an effort to push the TikTok bill ban through Congress and to President Joe Biden’s desk to get signed.
Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups
Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.
Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.
Texas wildfire hearings, border and the solar eclipse: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.
Bill to track down child sex predators on hold in Congress
A bill designed to track down child sex predators is on hold in Congress. Thursday, advocates for the legislation, victims of online sex crimes and Texas Sen. John Cornyn discussed why action is needed now.
A bill designed to track down child sex predators is on hold in Congress. Thursday, advocates for the legislation, victims of online sex crimes and Texas Sen. John Cornyn discussed why action is needed now.
May-Thurner syndrome: What is the condition US Rep. Lauren Boebert has been diagnosed with?
Republican U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert underwent surgery to remove a blood clot in her leg, and she was subsequently diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, a rare condition that disrupts blood flow.
Republican U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert underwent surgery to remove a blood clot in her leg, and she was subsequently diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, a rare condition that disrupts blood flow.
No Labels group stops 2024 presidential campaign effort
The No Labels group said it won't field a presidential candidate in November.
The No Labels group said it won't field a presidential candidate in November.
Texas Panhandle wildfire hearings: Prescribed burns, utility maintenance big topics in day 2
How to prevent another wildfire was the focus of a state House hearing that continued for a second day in Pampa, Texas.
How to prevent another wildfire was the focus of a state House hearing that continued for a second day in Pampa, Texas.
Biden and Trump win primaries in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and Wisconsin
Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin held primary elections on Tuesday, a symbolic event now that Biden and Trump have secured the nominations.
Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin held primary elections on Tuesday, a symbolic event now that Biden and Trump have secured the nominations.
UT Austin shuts down DEI division due to SB 17
The president of UT Austin announced a major staffing shake-up as a result of a new state law banning "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs on campus. FOX 7 Austin also learned some employees will be losing their jobs.
The president of UT Austin announced a major staffing shake-up as a result of a new state law banning "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs on campus. FOX 7 Austin also learned some employees will be losing their jobs.
Uvalde mayor announces immediate resignation due to medical concerns
Uvalde's Mayor Cody Smith resigns due to health reasons, with Mayor Pro-Tem Evarardo Zamora stepping in until the November election.
Uvalde's Mayor Cody Smith resigns due to health reasons, with Mayor Pro-Tem Evarardo Zamora stepping in until the November election.
Texas: The Issue Is - Texas AG Ken Paxton avoids trial in fraud case
The "Top Cop" in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton, managed to have the burden of three felony fraud charges lifted all thanks to a "diversion" deal.
The "Top Cop" in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton, managed to have the burden of three felony fraud charges lifted all thanks to a "diversion" deal.
Crystal Mason voter fraud conviction overturned
An appeals court has overturned a controversial Texas voting fraud case. The Fort Worth woman who was previously sentenced to five years in prison responded to the ruling on Friday.
An appeals court has overturned a controversial Texas voting fraud case. The Fort Worth woman who was previously sentenced to five years in prison responded to the ruling on Friday.
Man runs for president after changing name to ‘Literally Anybody Else’
Literally Anybody Else, whose former name was Dustin Ebey, is a seventh-grade teacher and U.S. Army veteran who has decided to enter the presidential race.
Literally Anybody Else, whose former name was Dustin Ebey, is a seventh-grade teacher and U.S. Army veteran who has decided to enter the presidential race.