Epstein files bill clears Senate, sent to Trump for signature
The House and Senate have both approved a bill requiring the release of Epstein files, sending the measure to Trump despite his earlier opposition.
Texas Senator Ted Cruz does not rule out 2028 Presidential bid
Senator Ted Cruz fueled speculation about a 2028 presidential run by declining to rule it out, while also using the interview to highlight his legislative work and advocate for strong U.S. global engagement.
Texas AG Paxton investigates US Tennis Association for possible violation of state gender law
The Texas attorney general said that it was a matter of “the radical left" “crushing the dreams" of women.
THC Ban: Texas Ag Commissioner supports regulations over federal ban
In reopening the federal government, lawmakers passed a bill banning THC products across the country. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said he supports regulations over a ban and believes the federal government will ultimately make some changes before the new law goes into effect.
How every Texas House member voted on releasing Epstein files
The House of Representatives and Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that mandates the Justice Department to release all case files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein files vote: Here's who voted against releasing the Epstein files
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
AG Paxton sues Central Texas school districts for refusing to display Ten Commandments in classrooms
Two Central Texas school districts are being sued by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for refusing to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
Congressman Gimenez: Maduro is a threat to the safety and security of the US
In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.
Texas Governor Abbott bans Muslim Brotherhood, CAIR from owning land in Texas
The new designation immediately subjects both groups and their affiliates to heightened penalties and prohibits them from buying or acquiring land in Texas.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Runoff election date set for vacant U.S. House seat in Texas' 18th Congressional District
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has set the date for the runoff election to fill late U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner’s seat in Congress.
Trump admin reverses rule requiring compensation for significant flight delays
The rule requiring compensation for significantly delayed flights is officially grounded.
SNAP freeze ends as food banks talk lingering financial 'ripple effect'
Following the end of the government shutdown, full SNAP benefits are being restored to Central Texans on or after November 14, though organizations like the Central Texas Food Bank predict a continued ripple effect from the disruption.
Cuts could be coming to Manor ISD after $385 million bond proposal fails
The money would have gone to fund projects across Manor ISD for the next 6–8 years, but now the district will have to look to other sources of revenue, including making cuts to fix the issues they're facing.
Texas lawmakers ask Trump for priority when reimbursing border security efforts
After President Donald Trump's “One Big Beautiful Bill” passed in July, states who spent their own money on U.S. border security are still waiting on the $13.5 billion allocated for reimbursement.
All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.