Senate asked to dismiss articles impeachment
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is asking the Senate to dismiss the articles of impeachment he faces in his upcoming trial. Katie Naranjo and Matt Mackowiak join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

How long should politicians serve in office?

Senators Mitch McConnell and Dianne Feinstein, two of the oldest members of their parties, both recently appeared to suffer health episodes while on the job. So, how long is too long in office?

How long should politicians serve in office?
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Senators Mitch McConnell and Dianne Feinstein, two of the oldest members of their parties. Both appeared to suffer health episodes while on the job.

Austin city budget: Where is the money going?

The Austin City Council recently heard from concerned citizens wanting the city budget to include funding for areas of need across the city. Mayor Pro Tem Paige Ellis joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Austin City Council takes on affordable housing, homelessness and police shortage

Austin City Council member Mackenzie Kelly joined FOX 7 Austin to talk about the recent agenda items discussed in this week's meetings, including an affordable housing measure, homeless issues and the ongoing police shortage.

Texas no longer top state for business: study

A new CNBC study shows Texas is no longer a top state for business. The article highlights Texas' stance on abortion and LGBTQ rights as some of the reasons for its falling out.

California Gov. Newsom slams Abbott for his 'disregard for human life'

California Governor Gavin Newsom slammed Republicans for what he calls their disregard for human life, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.

California Gov. Newsom calls out Gov. Abbott
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is slamming Republicans for what he calls their disregard for human life.

State Sen. Roland Gutierrez enters Democratic primary for Ted Cruz's seat

Texas State Sen. Roland Gutierrez has entered the Democratic primary for U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's seat. Ed Espinoza and Matt Mackowiak join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

State Sen. Gutierrez enters Senate race
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State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, whose district includes Uvalde, announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate Monday. He now joins U.S. Rep Colin Allred in the Democratic primary to see who will ultimately challenge sitting U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz.

Austin-based Russia expert explains coup attempt
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Over the weekend, President Vladimir Putin struck a deal with a mercenary group that apparently tried to carry out a coup on the Kremlin. Jody Ferguson, Austin-based author and former senior Pentagon official, explained what's happening.

Angela Paxton won't recuse herself from husband's impeachment trial

State Senator Angela Paxson will not be recusing herself from impeachment proceedings against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Angela Paxton won't recuse herself from husband's impeachment trial
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Travis County Republican party chairman Matt Mackowiak and Democratic analyst Ed Espinoza sit down with FOX 7's Mike Warren to discuss the latest developments from the Paxton Senate impeachment trial.

Texas Senate passes new property tax bill

The Texas Senate passed a property tax bill, which happened after a flurry of vetoes from Governor Abbott. Travis County Republican Party chairman Matt Mackowiak joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Texas Senate passes new property tax bill
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The Texas Senate passed a property tax bill, which happened after a flurry of vetoes from Governor Abbott. Travis County Republican Party chairman Matt Mackowiak joined FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Backpacks for Hope campaign kicks off
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The 12th annual Backpacks for Hope campaign starts this week. The campaing collects donations of new backpacks and school supplies for children of survivors in Texas domestic violence shelters. Texas Advocacy Project CEO Heather Bellino joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss.

Trump facing espionage and obstruction indictments
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Democratic analyst Ed Espinoza and Travis County Republican Party chairman matt Mackowiak join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss Trumps potential indictments over his handling of classified documents when he left the White House.

Texas sheriff files criminal case over migrants flown from San Antonio to Martha's Vineyard

The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has filed a criminal case with the DA's office in connection with what they say was the illegal transportation of 49 migrants from San Antonio to Martha's Vineyard last fall.

Texas sheriff files criminal case over migrants flown from San Antonio
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The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has filed a criminal case with the DA's office in connection with what they say was the illegal transportation of 49 migrants from San Antonio to Martha's Vineyard last fall.