Texas Governor Greg Abbott skydives for the first time with 106-year-old World War II veteran
Al Blaschke of Georgetown, a World War II aircraft engineer, first made headlines by skydiving for the first time on his 100th birthday in 2017.
Gov. Abbott reached deal on school vouchers
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is "doubling down" on his claim that a "deal" is in the works to bring "school choice" to the Lone Star State. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan is keeping a close eye on the happenings in Austin.
Texas drought: Governor signs drought disaster declaration for 4 Houston-area counties
The continued heat across the state has prompted Texas Governor Greg Abbott to sign a drought disaster declaration for 37 Texas counties, which include four from the Houston-area.
National Urban League in Houston: Strong messages being sent to Gov. Abbott on Day 1 of their conference
The National Urban League has come to Houston and is already sending several messages to Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
'Operation Lone Star' disturbing allegations
Governor Abbott's 'Operation Lone Star' faces new scrutiny after a whistleblower's accusations of inhumane orders against migrants.
Gov Abbott appoints new interim attorney general
Austin-based attorney Angela Colmenero has served as Abbott's deputy chief of staff. and held leadership positions at both the Attorney General's Office and the Governor's Office.
With second special session underway, Texas lawmakers offer opening property tax-cut proposals
Lawmakers in Austin threw out their opening pitches in an effort to end the deadlock over property tax relief for Texans.
Deadlock over Texas property tax relief leads second special session, called immediately after first one ended
The first 30-day special session in Texas ended without progress as the Republican-controlled House and Senate remain at odds over property tax relief.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott shares fake article about Garth Brooks getting booed for being 'woke'
Governor Abbott shared the post about a fake festival in a fake Texas city from a satire website. "Go woke. Go broke," the governor said.
Texas Senate passes new property tax-cut plan
The Texas Senate made significant progress on Tuesday by advancing a new bill aimed at reducing property taxes for all land-owning Texans.
Patrick accuses Texas Governor, House Speaker of shortchanging Texas homeowners
In a display of contrasting priorities, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has positioned himself as a "protector" at the State Capitol by signing a law prohibiting transgender females from competing against biological females in collegiate athletics. However, just 200 miles away in Dallas, Abbott finds himself embroiled in a heated debate over the financial well-being of millions of Texas homeowners.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill eliminating paper license plates
Paper plates are going away in the Lone Star State starting in July 2025 thanks to a bill signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Monday.
FOX Faceoff: Texas lawmakers disagree on property tax relief
One of the big items on the agenda for state lawmakers in 2023 was property tax relief, but Republicans are having a hard time agreeing on how to do it. Charles 'Big Angry' Adams and Quanell X share their thoughts.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces Small Business Summit in the Woodlands
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces his next Small Business Summit. Attendees can expect resources available to help start, strengthen and grow your business.
Gov. Abbott signs Deputy Darren Almendarez Act into law, cracking down on catalytic converter thefts
The Deputy Darren Almendarez Act, a significant piece of legislation aimed at addressing the rising issue of catalytic converter thefts, was signed into law by Governor Abbott on Tuesday. The act was one of eight public safety bills signed that day, emphasizing the government's commitment to protecting communities.
Deputy Darren Almendarez Act becomes law, increasing penalties for catalytic converter thefts
Governor Greg Abbott officially signed the Deputy Darren Almendarez Act into law. Its namesake comes from the fallen Harris County Sheriff’s deputy, who was gunned down confronting thieves who were stealing his catalytic converter.
Gun violence in Texas: How bad will it have to get before we see change?
It took a Harris County deputy getting gunned down to address catalytic converter thefts. How many more people or children will need to die to prevent another mass shooting?
Gov. Greg Abbott signs legislation barring trans youth from accessing transition-related care
Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law Friday a bill that bars transgender kids from getting puberty blockers and hormone therapies, though the new law could face legal challenges before it takes effect on Sept. 1.
Gov. Abbott announces immediate special session to cut property taxes, crackdown on human smuggling
"More must be done for the people of Texas," Abbott said. "Many critical items remain that must be passed. Several special sessions will be required. To ensure that each priority receives the time and attention it deserves to pass into law, only a few will be added each session."
CROWN Act signed into law in Texas by Governor Greg Abbott, in effect Sept. 1
Governor Greg Abbott signed the CROWN Act into law on Saturday. The act will end discrimination based on hair texture and protective hairstyles linked to race.