Lawmakers pushing to pass bail reform package
Supporters of a major bail reform package worked through the day trying to keep it alive. Texas House democrats have partially blocked part of the plan which would deny bail for accused criminal offenders who are undocumented immigrants
Supporters of a major bail reform package worked through the day trying to keep it alive. Texas House democrats have partially blocked part of the plan which would deny bail for accused criminal offenders who are undocumented immigrants
'Summer Willis Act' passes Texas House, needs Senate vote
The Summer Willis Act, or House Bill 3073, would clarify that sex without clear, ongoing and informed consent, especially when someone is intoxicated or unable to resist, is sexual assault.
The Summer Willis Act, or House Bill 3073, would clarify that sex without clear, ongoing and informed consent, especially when someone is intoxicated or unable to resist, is sexual assault.
Pres. Trump signs 'Take It Down' Act
President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn. The bipartisan bill, known as the Take It Down Act, was first introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota.
President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn. The bipartisan bill, known as the Take It Down Act, was first introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota.
Houston Rep. Al Green files articles of impeachment against Pres. Trump: 'No Pres. is above the law'
Houston Congressman Al Green filed articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump last week.
Houston Congressman Al Green filed articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump last week.
Trump says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks will begin immediately following call with Putin
President Donald Trump is trying to make headway on one of his campaign promises today: Ending the war in Ukraine.
President Donald Trump is trying to make headway on one of his campaign promises today: Ending the war in Ukraine.
Judge rules DOGE takeover of US Institute of Peace 'unlawful'
A federal district judge declared that actions by the Department of Government Efficiency to take over the U.S. Institute of Peace were “unlawful" and had to be declared “null and void."
A federal district judge declared that actions by the Department of Government Efficiency to take over the U.S. Institute of Peace were “unlawful" and had to be declared “null and void."
Energy expert raises concerns about bills' impact on solar, wind industry | Texas: The Issue Is
Bills moving through the Texas Legislature could pull the plug on existing and future renewable energy projects, according to some advocates.
Bills moving through the Texas Legislature could pull the plug on existing and future renewable energy projects, according to some advocates.
Abbott wants SNAP benefits changes
Gov. Abbott is seeking federal help to block the purchase of junk food using SNAP benefits. But, some critics said many people on food stamps don't have access to healthy foods or grocery stores
Gov. Abbott is seeking federal help to block the purchase of junk food using SNAP benefits. But, some critics said many people on food stamps don't have access to healthy foods or grocery stores
Texas bill deadlines, deals, and re-writes dominate headlines: TWITP
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discussed the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics.
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discussed the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics.
Texas bill deadlines at the Capitol
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discussed the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics.
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discussed the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics.
Texas prosecutors sue Ken Paxton over rules to rein in 'rogue' DAs
Last month, it became a requirement for district and county attorneys that represent an area with a population of more than 400,000 people to provide “performance reports" to Attorney General Ken Paxton's office and provide certain case files.
Last month, it became a requirement for district and county attorneys that represent an area with a population of more than 400,000 people to provide “performance reports" to Attorney General Ken Paxton's office and provide certain case files.
Investigation into former FBI director
Former FBI Director James Comey may soon be getting a visit from Secret Service agents. They want to know more about a now-deleted social media post. Some say it was taking a threat against President Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey may soon be getting a visit from Secret Service agents. They want to know more about a now-deleted social media post. Some say it was taking a threat against President Trump
Travis, El Paso counties sue Ken Paxton over new crime reporting rules
Travis and El Paso counties are suing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over new reporting requirements that only affect 13 counties.
Travis and El Paso counties are suing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over new reporting requirements that only affect 13 counties.
Brain-dead Georgia woman kept on life support due to state's abortion law
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
A Georgia mother declared brain dead at two months pregnant remains on life support due to the state’s heartbeat law, leaving her family without medical decision-making rights.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's Alien Enemies Act deportations
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Trump administration to resume deporting Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Trump administration to resume deporting Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
Texas House passes bill requiring AC in state prisons
The bill would require the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to install air conditioning at each of its facilities by the end of 2032.
The bill would require the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to install air conditioning at each of its facilities by the end of 2032.
Texas House takes steps to repeal 'homosexual conduct' ban
Repealing the law would prevent it from becoming a "zombie law" and going back into effect in the event the court decision was overturned.
Repealing the law would prevent it from becoming a "zombie law" and going back into effect in the event the court decision was overturned.
Conservatives block Trump's big tax cuts bill
In a stunning setback, conservatives have blocked President Trump's promised tax breaks and spending cuts from moving forward, for now.
In a stunning setback, conservatives have blocked President Trump's promised tax breaks and spending cuts from moving forward, for now.
Ex-FBI Chief James Comey being investigated over Trump social media post
The former FBI chief deleted the Instagram post explaining that there were no bad intentions.
The former FBI chief deleted the Instagram post explaining that there were no bad intentions.
School funding debate at Texas Capitol
State lawmakers are in a race with the clock to pass an education funding plan before the regular session ends on June 2.
State lawmakers are in a race with the clock to pass an education funding plan before the regular session ends on June 2.