New Texas law requires schools to ban student cellphones
Students in Texas will be banned from using cellphones in public schools next fall. Districts will have to come up with new policies over the summer to either prohibit phones or prevent students from using them during the school day.
Students in Texas will be banned from using cellphones in public schools next fall. Districts will have to come up with new policies over the summer to either prohibit phones or prevent students from using them during the school day.
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.
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.
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.
Abbott faces backlash after vetoing THC ban
Texas lawmakers are preparing for a special session after Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned all recreational THC in Texas.
Texas lawmakers are preparing for a special session after Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned all recreational THC in Texas.
'ISRAEL. DO NOT DROP THOSE BOMBS': Trump warns Israel
Optimism for peace is fading as Israel is threatening to strike Iran. President Trump issued a stern warning to Israel this morning. Here's what we know about the latest developments.
Optimism for peace is fading as Israel is threatening to strike Iran. President Trump issued a stern warning to Israel this morning. Here's what we know about the latest developments.
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.
Watch the raw video of President Donald Trump swearing Tuesday morning while talking to reporters about the faltering ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Gov. Abbott's THC ban veto sparks outcry from mother of addict and medical professionals
Texas Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned THC consumables, sparking outrage from parents and medical professionals while calling for a special legislative session to regulate the products similar to alcohol.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned THC consumables, sparking outrage from parents and medical professionals while calling for a special legislative session to regulate the products similar to alcohol.
Gov. Abbott's THC ban veto sparks outcry from parents
Texas Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned THC consumables, sparking outrage from parents and medical professionals while calling for a special legislative session to regulate the products similar to alcohol.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned THC consumables, sparking outrage from parents and medical professionals while calling for a special legislative session to regulate the products similar to alcohol.
Trump says a ceasefire reached between Israel and Iran
An apparent ceasefire between Israel and Iran as President Trump says both sides have agreed to halt their military operations over a 24-hour period beginning tonight. After that Trump expects the conflict to be officially over.
An apparent ceasefire between Israel and Iran as President Trump says both sides have agreed to halt their military operations over a 24-hour period beginning tonight. After that Trump expects the conflict to be officially over.
Gov. Abbott's THC veto receives support from veterans
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
LIST: Bills vetoed by Gov. Abbott this session
More than 1,100 bills from the 89th Texas Legislature were signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott, but not every bill that reached the governor's desk received his approval. Here's a closer look at the bills the governor rejected.
More than 1,100 bills from the 89th Texas Legislature were signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott, but not every bill that reached the governor's desk received his approval. Here's a closer look at the bills the governor rejected.
Gov. Abbott's THC veto ignites political firestorm, backed by veterans
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Texas THC ban vetoed: Dan Patrick reacts
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick reacts to the news that Senate Bill 3 was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. The bill would have banned THC products from being sold in the state. Patrick has been a staunch supporter of the bill.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick reacts to the news that Senate Bill 3 was vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott. The bill would have banned THC products from being sold in the state. Patrick has been a staunch supporter of the bill.
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes Texas THC ban
Gov. Abbott ordered a special legislative session after vetoing several bills, including a proposed THC ban.
Gov. Abbott ordered a special legislative session after vetoing several bills, including a proposed THC ban.
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.
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."
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 summer preps, can Texas close primaries?
FOX 7's Rudy Koski talks with ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas about the Texas power grid and the preparations underway for a summer surge in power demand. Then, Rice University political scientist Mark Jones discusses the possibility of closed primaries in Texas.
FOX 7's Rudy Koski talks with ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas about the Texas power grid and the preparations underway for a summer surge in power demand. Then, Rice University political scientist Mark Jones discusses the possibility of closed primaries in Texas.
Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in schools is unconstitutional, court rules
A federal court ruled against a Louisiana law requiring public schools and colleges in the state to display the Ten Commandments. A similar law recently passed the Texas Legislature.
A federal court ruled against a Louisiana law requiring public schools and colleges in the state to display the Ten Commandments. A similar law recently passed the Texas Legislature.
Karoline Leavitt on Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds to a question about Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Crockett called trump supporters 'sick' and part of a 'mental health crisis.'
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds to a question about Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Crockett called trump supporters 'sick' and part of a 'mental health crisis.'
Pasadena, Texas, election heads (or tails) to coin toss
A Pasadena, Texas, city council race has come down to a coin toss.
A Pasadena, Texas, city council race has come down to a coin toss.