New wine labeling law will 'guarantee authenticity of Texas wine'
HB 1957, signed by Governor Greg Abbott, sets new standards on what can be labeled as a Texas wine.
FOX 7 Discussion: Gov Greg Abbott wants to build a border wall
Travis County GOP executive director Brian Ruddle and Glenn Smith from Progress Texas talk about Abbott’s announcement that Texas would build a border wall.
Gov. Greg Abbott wants to build a border wall, but does Texas have the ability — or money — to do so?
Critics have denounced Abbott's proposal as "political theater" that won't pass legal muster. But the two-term Republican governor says it's time to secure the border.
Critics question legality, politics of Abbott’s call to build Texas border wall
Much of the criticism on Friday was whether the state can even build a wall and the political posturing by Abbott ahead of a re-election bid in 2022 and a potential presidential run in 2024.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott signs law banning vaccine passports
Ed Espinoza with Progress Texas and Travis County GOP chairman Matt Mackowiak discuss Abbott signing SB 968 which bans COVID-19 vaccine passports.
Abbott signs power grid reform bills into law
Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bills 2 and 3 into law Tuesday, which address deficiencies in the Texas power grid following the February winter storms.
Abbott signs ERCOT reforms, power grid weatherization legislation
Officials hope the legislation will address some of the deadly problems that left millions in the cold during the February winter storms.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill banning COVID-19 vaccine passports
Abbott signed the bill hours after Carnival announced they would be returning to Texas soon for people who received their final COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Allen West announces resignation as Texas GOP Chairman
West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
FOX 7 Discussion: Abbott approves penalties for defunding police in Texas cities
Travis County GOP Chairman and Save Austin Now co-founder Matt Mackowiak joins Mike Warren to share his opinions on the legislation.
2022 Texas Republican primaries already heating up with Donald Trump endorsing Gov. Abbott
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
Lake Highlands H.S. valedictorian calls out Texas 'heartbeat bill' during commencement speech
Video of a Lake Highlands High School commencement speech is making the rounds on social media after Paxton Smith, LHHS' valedictorian, criticized the recently passed Texas "heartbeat bill."
Emergency SNAP benefits extended for June in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Wednesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $208 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits for the month of June.
Voting rights organizations gather together against SB 7
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Special session expected after Texas House Democrat walkout over SB 7
Midnight on Sunday was the Texas House deadline to get controversial voting bill Senate Bill 7 to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk.
Texas lawmakers are finished, but expected back for a special session
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Abbott says he'll veto budget article that funds legislative branch
“I will veto Article 10 of the budget passed by the legislature. Article 10 funds the legislative branch. No pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned"
Matthew McConaughey speaks out against mask hesitancy amid rumors he's running for Texas governor
The Oscar-winning actor has been teasing for months now that he is considering running for governor against incumbent candidate Gov. Greg Abbott.
Hundreds protest 'Heartbeat Bill' abortion law at Texas Capitol
The rally named “Don't Mess With Texans’ Abortions” started at the State Capitol and led to a march down Congress Avenue towards the Governor's Mansion.