Jan. 22, 2023 marks 50 years since death of President Lyndon B. Johnson
On Jan. 22, 1973, President Lyndon B. Johnson suffered a heart attack at the LBJ Ranch and was flown to San Antonio where he was pronounced dead at the age of 64.
On Jan. 22, 1973, President Lyndon B. Johnson suffered a heart attack at the LBJ Ranch and was flown to San Antonio where he was pronounced dead at the age of 64.
'We won't go back': Abortion rights activists rally 50 years after Roe
Sunday is the 50th anniversary of the now-overturned Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision that established a federal right to an abortion.
Sunday is the 50th anniversary of the now-overturned Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision that established a federal right to an abortion.
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
FBI searched Biden's home, found more classified documents: lawyer
A lawyer for the president said the search took place Friday.
A lawyer for the president said the search took place Friday.
Ron Klain, Biden's chief of staff, expected to leave White House
Ron Klain's tenure as chief of staff is the longest for a Democratic president in modern times.
Ron Klain's tenure as chief of staff is the longest for a Democratic president in modern times.
National sales tax: What’s behind some House Republicans’ proposal
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.
Chris Hipkins tapped to be New Zealand's next prime minister
New Zealand's education minister is set to become the island nation's next prime minister after the surprise resignation of Jacinda Ardern.
New Zealand's education minister is set to become the island nation's next prime minister after the surprise resignation of Jacinda Ardern.
By the numbers: A look at President Biden's first 2 years in office
President Joe Biden notches two years in office on Friday, Jan. 20. The story of the first half of his term, at least by the numbers, is a mixed bag.
President Joe Biden notches two years in office on Friday, Jan. 20. The story of the first half of his term, at least by the numbers, is a mixed bag.
Judge fines Trump, lawyer for 'frivolous' Clinton lawsuit
In a blistering filing, U.S. District Judge Donald M. Middlebrooks accused Trump of a "pattern of abuse of the courts" for filing frivolous lawsuits for political purposes, which he said "undermines the rule of law" and "amounts to obstruction of justice."
In a blistering filing, U.S. District Judge Donald M. Middlebrooks accused Trump of a "pattern of abuse of the courts" for filing frivolous lawsuits for political purposes, which he said "undermines the rule of law" and "amounts to obstruction of justice."
'Boy Meets World' actor Ben Savage running for Adam Schiff's House seat
"Boy Meets World" actor Ben Savage unsuccessfully ran for a spot on the West Hollywood City Council in the 2022 election.
"Boy Meets World" actor Ben Savage unsuccessfully ran for a spot on the West Hollywood City Council in the 2022 election.
Supreme Court says it's been unable to find abortion opinion leaker
The Supreme Court said Thursday it has not determined who leaked a draft of the court's opinion overturning abortion rights, but that the investigation continues.
The Supreme Court said Thursday it has not determined who leaked a draft of the court's opinion overturning abortion rights, but that the investigation continues.
US debt limit: US Treasury buys time for Biden and House GOP on deal
The Treasury Department says it has started taking “extraordinary measures” as the government has run up against its legal borrowing capacity of $31.381 trillion.
The Treasury Department says it has started taking “extraordinary measures” as the government has run up against its legal borrowing capacity of $31.381 trillion.
Daylight saving time in Texas could be put to a vote in November
If the bill is passed, it would give voters in Texas the choice to observe standard time year-round or observe daylight saving time.
If the bill is passed, it would give voters in Texas the choice to observe standard time year-round or observe daylight saving time.
New program allows private citizens to sponsor refugees in US
The Welcome Corps program lets groups of at least five Americans apply to become sponsors and help refugees adjust to life in the U.S.
The Welcome Corps program lets groups of at least five Americans apply to become sponsors and help refugees adjust to life in the U.S.
School safety one of top items on Texas Legislature agenda
Among the proposals is a bipartisan bill to put “panic buttons” in every classroom in Texas.
Among the proposals is a bipartisan bill to put “panic buttons” in every classroom in Texas.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern announces resignation
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is leaving office after nearly six years in which she was praised globally for her empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass-shooting and health-driven response to the coronavirus pandemic.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is leaving office after nearly six years in which she was praised globally for her empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass-shooting and health-driven response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Gambling proposals gain traction in the Texas Legislature
Texas has been tough on gambling for decades but a new bill, SJR17, could change that by allowing a public vote on expanding gambling in the Lone Star State.
Texas has been tough on gambling for decades but a new bill, SJR17, could change that by allowing a public vote on expanding gambling in the Lone Star State.
Inauguration Day in Texas: Gov. Greg Abbott sworn in for third term
In his speech at the State Capitol, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he wants his legislative agenda to last not four years but 40 years.
In his speech at the State Capitol, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he wants his legislative agenda to last not four years but 40 years.
Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick take the oath of office for the 3rd time
Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the oath of office at an inauguration ceremony today at the Texas Capitol.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the oath of office at an inauguration ceremony today at the Texas Capitol.
The Issue Is: A conversation with State Comptroller Glenn Hegar about Texas' $33 billion surplus
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.