Texas voters have final say on $20 billion package to secure state’s water supply

No new taxes would be collected for the package that would give the state’s water department $1 billion to spend on projects like cleaning salty water, flood control and reservoirs.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

Furloughed federal employee's family battles cancer diagnosis and bills

Amidst a government shutdown, federal employee Mike Daugherty's family is simultaneously confronting severe medical emergencies, including a cancer diagnosis and a seizure, while relying on community aid to manage mounting bills and a broken-down vehicle

John Bolton indicted for improper handling of classified documents

Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton was indicted Thursday on 18 counts related to the improper handling of classified materials, Fox News Digital has learned.

Penn rejects Trump admin's preferential funding proposal

The compact asks colleges and universities to voluntarily agree to do away with departments "that purposefully punish, belittle and even spark violence against conservative ideas."

Here's who Americans blame for government shutdown, according to poll

With many Americans feeling the impacts of the government shutdown, this is who they are holding accountable for where things stand based on a recent poll.

DFW, Love Field Airports reject Homeland Security's video blaming Democrats for shutdown

DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field have declined to display a video featuring Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that blames Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown.

State Sen Roland Gutierrez enters primary for US Senate
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San Antonio State Senator Roland Gutierrez jumped in the U.S. Senate race, pitting him against Dallas Congressman Colin Allred in the Democratic primary.

Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act

The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.

Sen. Cornyn: Trump, GOP not caving to Democrat demands to end shutdown

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) tells FOX 26 that Democrats triggered the government shutdown, and only Democrats can get the government re-opened.

Trump, FBI Director Patel tout efforts to crackdown on violent crime

FBI Director Kash Patel joined President Trump to tout federal law enforcement’s efforts to combat crime in major cities across the U.S. in "Operation Summer Heat."

Airports refusing to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

Airports around the US are reportedly refusing to play a video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously

President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.

What to know about the 'No Kings' protests set for this weekend

Protesters once again are expected to gather in streets across the country this weekend in opposition of President Donald Trump’s policies. Here's what you need to know about the demonstrations.

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker warns

The shutdown has entered its third week as lawmakers work towards finding a resolution to reopen the federal government.

Collin County ditches electronic machines for paper ballots ahead of November election

Collin County is implementing a major change to paper ballots for the November election, citing transparency concerns despite its previous efficient electronic system, as officials train for the new process ahead of early voting next week.

Hundreds of CDC workers reinstated after being fired amid government shutdown

Layoff notices were reversed for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employees after many were notified of layoffs as the government shutdown continues.