Arkansas THC ban cited in Gov. Abbott’s SB 3 veto proclamation upheld by federal court
The bill, which had sat dormant in the midst of legal struggles since being signed over two years ago, will now be allowed to take effect in Arkansas.
House blocks progressive's Trump impeachment bid with bipartisan vote
The House of Representatives voted along bipartisan lines to quash a lone progressive lawmaker's bid to impeach President Donald Trump Tuesday afternoon.
Melissa and Mark Hortman, their dog to lie in state at Capitol ahead of funeral
Rep. Hortman will be the first woman to lie in state at the Capitol. She will be joined by her husband, Mark Hortman, and their beloved golden retriever, Gilbert.
Israel-Iran updates: Ceasefire shaky as Israel says Iran launched more missiles
A ceasefire between Israel and Iran appeared to be faltering Tuesday morning. Here's the latest between the two counties and the U.S. involvement.
Al Green introduces articles of impeachment against Trump over Iran attacks
Rep. Al Green (D-Houston) introduced articles of impeachment against President Trump on Tuesday, citing "high crimes and misdemeanors" related to recent attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran.
Trump swearing video: Says Iran, Israel ‘don’t know what the f—’ they’re doing
Watch the raw video of President Donald Trump swearing Tuesday morning while talking to reporters about the faltering ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Feds warn of terrorist activity on US soil amid Iran conflict; Houston law enforcement responds
A new terrorism advisory from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security warns that the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has created a "heightened threat environment" across the country, prompting federal and local authorities to increase security coordination, and encourage public vigilance.
Lt. Gov. Patrick: Veto of Texas THC ban makes medical marijuana expansion ‘worthless’
Abbott signed House Bill 46 on Friday, expanding the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP), which Patrick says Sunday’s veto has essentially crippled.
What does veto mean?
The veto power is the constitutional power of the governor to reject a bill approved by the Texas Legislature, preventing it from becoming law. Veto means “I forbid" in Latin.
Texas THC ban: Gov. Abbott vetoes SB 3, places it on special session agenda
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has officially vetoed Senate Bill 3 and instead has placed it on the agenda for a special session to start next month. SB 3 is one of multiple initial agenda items.
Abortion, religion in schools and THC - Hundreds of new Texas laws explained
Governor Greg Abbott signed over 600 bills into law this session, enacting significant legislative changes across education (including religion and cell phone use in schools), abortion access, foreign land ownership, border security, and various crime and law enforcement measures, with one notable bill regarding a THC ban still awaiting his decision.
Texas Republicans want closed primaries. How would that work?
Last week, the Texas Republican Party met for its State Republican Executive Committee meeting where they took steps to try and block their primary elections from “outside interference."
ERCOT CEO on summer preps, artificial intelligence stressing grid | Texas: The Issue Is
The head of ERCOT says the grid will have enough power supply to meet demand this summer. The outlook comes after a gloomy report in February that warned of a fast-approaching power shortage.
U.S. bombs Iran: What's Your Point panel weighs in
Pres. Donald Trump announced that the U.S. launched airstrikes targeting three nuclear sites.
U.S. bombs Iran, one-on-one with Judge KP George, leftover Texas bills, and more | What's Your Point
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.