Phelan lashes out at Lt. Governor over Paxton acquittal - days before 3rd special session
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan calling out Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick over the Paxton acquittal, just days before they both have to report for the 3rd special session which will focus on school choice and border safety issues.
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan calling out Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick over the Paxton acquittal, just days before they both have to report for the 3rd special session which will focus on school choice and border safety issues.
Abbott sets agenda for Special Session - School Choice tops the list
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Liberty County housing development drawing scrutiny- What's Your Point?
A large housing development in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
A large housing development in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
Scramble for a speaker of the House - What's Your Point?
As the U.S. House scrambles to find a speaker all legislative work grinds to a halt. The What's Your Point panel discusses options that lie ahead.
As the U.S. House scrambles to find a speaker all legislative work grinds to a halt. The What's Your Point panel discusses options that lie ahead.
"Not another foot of border wall" . . . What's Your Point?
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Lina Hidalgo speaks about mental health
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has returned to work after weeks in an out-of-state mental health facility to treat her clinical depression. This week she spoke to CBS national news about her state of health and plans for future.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has returned to work after weeks in an out-of-state mental health facility to treat her clinical depression. This week she spoke to CBS national news about her state of health and plans for future.
You Decide Houston's Next Mayor- Debate # 2
The FOX 26 second televised debate and what messages the candidates are focusing on as they move forward on the campaign trail.
The FOX 26 second televised debate and what messages the candidates are focusing on as they move forward on the campaign trail.
Dade Phelan
How likely is it that the Texas House will pay a school choice bill? Many believe it won't happen because of the current dispute over the Paxton trial between the Senate and the House, specifically between Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dade Phelan.
How likely is it that the Texas House will pay a school choice bill? Many believe it won't happen because of the current dispute over the Paxton trial between the Senate and the House, specifically between Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dade Phelan.
3rd Special Session focus on School Choice
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Colony Ridge
A large housing development aimed at low to middle income families in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
A large housing development aimed at low to middle income families in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
An acute and immediate need to construct physical barriers
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Search for a new Speaker
Greg Groogan leads the panel in the "now what" discussion as Scalise and Jordan are considered as possible candidates for the Speaker position.
Greg Groogan leads the panel in the "now what" discussion as Scalise and Jordan are considered as possible candidates for the Speaker position.
McCarthy Ousted
In a historic vote the U.S. House of Representatives vacated the seat of Speaker of the House and then went home. Effectively pausing all legislative work until they return this coming week to elect a new speaker. All the while the crisis on the border continues, aid to Ukraine has stopped and the government faces another possible budget shutdown in a few weeks.
In a historic vote the U.S. House of Representatives vacated the seat of Speaker of the House and then went home. Effectively pausing all legislative work until they return this coming week to elect a new speaker. All the while the crisis on the border continues, aid to Ukraine has stopped and the government faces another possible budget shutdown in a few weeks.
Houston's next mayor - FOX 26 hosts debate- What's Your Point?
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
EPA takes command of cleanup plan at San Jacinto River waste pits
The EPA takes command of the plan to clean up the San Jacinto River Waste Pits, addressing delays and ensuring progress on the removal of toxic materials.
The EPA takes command of the plan to clean up the San Jacinto River Waste Pits, addressing delays and ensuring progress on the removal of toxic materials.
Houston's mayoral race
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
Turner's last "State of the City" address - What's Your Point?
Mayor Turner's farewell "State of the City Address" praised his leadership accomplishments, but critics point out concerns like firefighter compensation, budget gaps, water rate hikes, and road conditions went unaddressed.
Mayor Turner's farewell "State of the City Address" praised his leadership accomplishments, but critics point out concerns like firefighter compensation, budget gaps, water rate hikes, and road conditions went unaddressed.
The elephant not in the room - GOP's 2nd presidential candidate debate
GOP presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy clashed during the second GOP debate. At the same time, Donald Trump's absence loomed large, with Chris Christie also challenging Trump's non-participation as polls showed Trump leading by over 50 points among Republicans.
GOP presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy clashed during the second GOP debate. At the same time, Donald Trump's absence loomed large, with Chris Christie also challenging Trump's non-participation as polls showed Trump leading by over 50 points among Republicans.
"The government will remain open..." but the bill only covers the next 45 days - What's Your Point?
Amid power struggles, the government stays open, extending funding until November 17th. A potential shutdown jeopardizes the pay of 4 million Americans, including military and border patrol members.
Amid power struggles, the government stays open, extending funding until November 17th. A potential shutdown jeopardizes the pay of 4 million Americans, including military and border patrol members.
Guest worker program proposed to tackle Texas border issues
Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a guest worker program amid ongoing challenges at the Texas border.
Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a guest worker program amid ongoing challenges at the Texas border.