Harris Co. seeking court order after election officials request extension on counting votes

According to Harris Co. GOP Chair Cindy Siegel, who spoke to FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan, the issues stemmed from malfunctioning machines, supply issues, staffing problems, and "stick paper" ballots.

Iowa governor strides into Republican Party spotlight for Biden response

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is introducing herself to a divided nation as the Republican foil to President Joe Biden after his State of the Union address, though without the presidential buzz that often accompanies the role.

ACLU files lawsuit to block Texas from investigating parents of trans youth

A lawsuit has been filed naming Governor Greg Abbott as one of its defendants. It's asking to block Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) from investigating gender-transitioning care for trans youth as "child abuse."

Live Updates: Texas primary poll locations, wait times for Central Texas

The polls in Texas are open from 7 a.m. on the date of the election until 7 p.m. Anyone in line at the time the polls close will be allowed to cast their ballot.

2022 Texas Primary Election: What you need to know to vote on March 1

The 2022 Texas Primary Election is today, March 1. Here is a guide with everything you need to know to be able to vote in Texas.

The Trump factor to play heavily in midterm elections, political experts say

Chances are you’ve seen attack ads on repeat with the election being Tuesday. We wanted to take a look at the ‘Trump factor’ and if the weight of the former president could impact the outcome in some races.

Texas primary is George P. Bush's biggest test yet in GOP

It’s a heated race that, if George P. Bush doesn’t win, will take America’s most enduring political family out of elected office for one of the few times in the last 50 years.

2022 midterm elections: What to know ahead of Texas' primary

The 2022 Texas Primary Election is Tuesday, March 1. Here is a guide of what to watch as the Texas primary unfolds.

Everything you need to know to vote in Texas on Election Day

FOX 7 Austin has put together a voter guide with everything you need to know to be able to vote in the 2022 Texas Primary Election on Tuesday, March 1.

Psaki condemns directive from Abbott labeling sex changes for minors as child abuse

Psaki said that Abbott's directive and similar action in Florida and other states are "designed to target and attack the kids who need support the most."

This Week in Texas Politics: Last day for early voting, Russia invades Ukraine

FOX 7's Rudy Koski and his panel of political consultants and journalists discuss This Week in Texas Politics, bringing up the governor race and the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

2022 Midterm Elections: Everything you need to know

The 2022 midterm elections will include several governor’s races, as well as many key House and Senate races that could tip the balance of power. See the full primary voting calendar and more.

Who is Ketanji Brown Jackson? Biden taps 1st Black woman to Supreme Court

President Joe Biden tapped federal appeals court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman picked for the high court.

3 Texas GOP attorney general candidates debate without Ken Paxton

The fight for the Texas attorney general job got heated during a debate Thursday night. But the man who holds the position now was a no-show.

Texas Supreme Court hears arguments on SB 8, abortion providers speak out

The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments surrounding Senate Bill 8 this week, with some claiming the bill's language allows medical officials to play a role in enforcement.

Travis County voting hours extended for Feb. 25 following winter weather

All Travis County polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.on Friday. Polling locations were closed one hour early on Feb. 23 because of winter weather.

Over half of U.S. abortions now done with pills, not surgery, report says

A new report shows over half of U.S. abortions are now done with pills rather than surgery. The trend spiked during the pandemic as telemedicine increased and pills by mail were allowed.