What is the "Death Star" bill?
The bill has been criticized by local officials and advocates for local control, who argue that it would give the state government too much power to override local laws. They also argue that the bill would harm local economies and communities by preventing cities from enacting regulations that are tailored to their specific needs.
The bill has been criticized by local officials and advocates for local control, who argue that it would give the state government too much power to override local laws. They also argue that the bill would harm local economies and communities by preventing cities from enacting regulations that are tailored to their specific needs.
Trial date set for Austin developer Nate Paul who is linked to allegations against AG Ken Paxton
Jury selection and the trial are set for Monday, August 14 at 9:30 a.m. in an Austin courtroom.
Jury selection and the trial are set for Monday, August 14 at 9:30 a.m. in an Austin courtroom.
Texas: The Issue Is - Congressman Colin Allred discusses challenging Ted Cruz for Senate seat
North Texas Congressman Colin Allred is leaving his Democrat friendly seat in the House of Representatives to challenge Ted Cruz for the Senate.
North Texas Congressman Colin Allred is leaving his Democrat friendly seat in the House of Representatives to challenge Ted Cruz for the Senate.
Congressional candidate Amanda Edwards explains departure from Houston mayor's race
With surprise "entries" and just as surprising "exits", the dynamics of the Houston Mayor's race shifted once again this week with Amanda Edwards altering political course.
With surprise "entries" and just as surprising "exits", the dynamics of the Houston Mayor's race shifted once again this week with Amanda Edwards altering political course.
Texas Sen. Angela Paxton barred from voting in husband’s impeachment trial
Angela Paxton, the wife of suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, will not be allowed to cast a vote in the impeachment trial that could lead to her husband's permanent removal from office.
Angela Paxton, the wife of suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, will not be allowed to cast a vote in the impeachment trial that could lead to her husband's permanent removal from office.
Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial will begin Sept. 5, with his attendance required
The impeachment trial for suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will begin on September 5, and he will be required to appear in person.
The impeachment trial for suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will begin on September 5, and he will be required to appear in person.
Bentley's Law: Drunk drivers involved in deadly crashes must pay restitutions to orphaned children
Drunk drivers involved in deadly accidents must now pay monthly support to children of adult victims.
Drunk drivers involved in deadly accidents must now pay monthly support to children of adult victims.
Sen. Angela Paxton to sit on AG?s impeachment trial: FOX Faceoff
Suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will soon face an impeachment trial that could lead to his permanent removal from office. State senators will serve as the jury, among them is Paxton?s wife and District 8 Senator Angela Paxton. Charles Adams and Quanell X share their thoughts.
Suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will soon face an impeachment trial that could lead to his permanent removal from office. State senators will serve as the jury, among them is Paxton?s wife and District 8 Senator Angela Paxton. Charles Adams and Quanell X share their thoughts.
Texas Senate seeking to break impasse with 'historic' property tax relief plan
The Texas Senate delivered what they hope will be a stalemate-busting bid to deliver their constituents historic relief from taxation.
The Texas Senate delivered what they hope will be a stalemate-busting bid to deliver their constituents historic relief from taxation.
Ken Paxton Impeachment: Senator Angela Paxton releases statement
"As a member of the Senate, I hold these obligations sacred," Sen. Paxton said in part. "And I will carry out my duties, not because it is easy, but because the Constitution demands it and because my constituents."
"As a member of the Senate, I hold these obligations sacred," Sen. Paxton said in part. "And I will carry out my duties, not because it is easy, but because the Constitution demands it and because my constituents."
Houston Council Member Michael Kubosh withdraws from Controller's race citing health reasons
In a surprising announcement, long-time Houston Council Member Michael Kubosh has declared his withdrawal from the City of Houston Controller's race due to health reasons.
In a surprising announcement, long-time Houston Council Member Michael Kubosh has declared his withdrawal from the City of Houston Controller's race due to health reasons.
Amanda Edwards drops out Houston mayor's race, announces bid for Congress
Former at-large Houston city council member Amanda Edwards has dropped out of the Houston mayor's race and announced a bid for the U.S. Representative of Houston’s 18th Congressional District seat held by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee since 1995.
Former at-large Houston city council member Amanda Edwards has dropped out of the Houston mayor's race and announced a bid for the U.S. Representative of Houston’s 18th Congressional District seat held by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee since 1995.
Texas Congressman Randy Weber talks why GOP continues to back Trump
On tonight's edition of Texas, The Issue Is: we speak with Congressman Randy Weber, who like most of Texas Republican delegation, is hanging tough with Donald Trump despite mounting criminal charges the former president faces.
On tonight's edition of Texas, The Issue Is: we speak with Congressman Randy Weber, who like most of Texas Republican delegation, is hanging tough with Donald Trump despite mounting criminal charges the former president faces.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs 'Death Star Bill' allowing state to overrule local governments
Governor Greg Abbott signs House Bill 2127, known as the Texas Regulatory Consistency Act empowering the state to override local governments.
Governor Greg Abbott signs House Bill 2127, known as the Texas Regulatory Consistency Act empowering the state to override local governments.
Appeals court clears way for suspended Texas AG Ken Paxton trial on security fraud
More legal challenges are on the way for suspended Texas AG Ken Paxton.
More legal challenges are on the way for suspended Texas AG Ken Paxton.
Texas Lt. Governor delivers ultimatum on property tax relief
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, leader of the Texas Senate, has dug his line-in-the sand over property tax relief into a virtual trench.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, leader of the Texas Senate, has dug his line-in-the sand over property tax relief into a virtual trench.
Attorneys for embattled Ken Paxton claim he is '100 percent' innocent
Lawyers for embattled Attorney General say their client didn't commit any of the offenses he's accused of. “Ken Paxton will never, never be convicted by the Senate not on this evidence, not with this record," Tony Buzbee said
Lawyers for embattled Attorney General say their client didn't commit any of the offenses he's accused of. “Ken Paxton will never, never be convicted by the Senate not on this evidence, not with this record," Tony Buzbee said
Ken Paxton Impeachment: FOX Faceoff examines comments about Texas House Speaker
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton?s impeachment trial could lead to his permanent removal from office. However, is the impeachment retaliation for comments made about the House Speaker being drunk?
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton?s impeachment trial could lead to his permanent removal from office. However, is the impeachment retaliation for comments made about the House Speaker being drunk?
Tony Buzbee defending Ken Paxton calls impeachment trial a sham
"Abuse of power, bribery, and retaliation," lawyers for embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton say their client didn't commit any of the offenses he's accused of.
"Abuse of power, bribery, and retaliation," lawyers for embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton say their client didn't commit any of the offenses he's accused of.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee confirms he's representing Texas AG Ken Paxton in impeachment trial
Tony Buzbee tells FOX 26 he will be representing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his upcoming impeachment trial
Tony Buzbee tells FOX 26 he will be representing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his upcoming impeachment trial