What's coming in special session 2 | Texas: The Issue is
State Sen. Royce West sits down with FOX 4's Steven Dial to talk about what happens now that the Texas legislature has ended its first special session and start the second special session.
What happens during the second special session? | Texas: The Issue is
In the Texas legislature, the first special session ended abruptly Friday after Democrats in the House refused to come back and allow a vote on redrawn congressional maps.
Student cell phone ban in schools | Texas: The Issue is
State Rep. Jared Patterson speak with FOX 4's Steven Dial about changes for students in the upcoming school year, specifically a new law that bans students from using their cell phones in class.
Cell phone bans in Texas schools | Texas: The Issue is
Students across Texas are getting ready to go back to school and there will be many new laws that impact them.
Rep. Julie Johnson on redistricting | Texas: The Issue Is
Texas lawmakers unveiled a proposed redistricting map this week. The map shifts several districts that are currently held by Democrats.
Rep. Julie Johnson on redistricting | Texas: The issue is
Congresswoman Julie Johnson sits down with FOX 4's Steven Dial to discuss the proposed redistricting maps presented by state lawmakers this week.
Gov. Abbott on special session | Texas: The issue is
Gov. Greg Abbott sits down with the Texas Trio's Steven Dial to talk about redistricting, THC regulation and flood response as state lawmakers return for a special session.
Colin Allred on Senate run | Texas: The Issue Is
Former Congressman Colin Allred discusses his run for Senate. Does the FOX Texas Trio think he has a shot? Then, a look at the state's shrinking surplus.
Texas Special Session: What to expect
Texas' special session is set to begin next week. Several items are on the agenda for lawmakers, including disaster warnings, THC and redistricting. FOX 4's Steven Dial discusses what to expect with SMU political scientist Matthew Wilson.
Gov. Abbott on Texas flooding | Texas: The Issue Is
Texans are looking for answers after devastating floods killed more than 100 people in Central Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott talks to FOX 7's Rudy Koski about the plans for state lawmakers as they look for solutions in the next special session.
Gov. Abbott on early warning systems, disaster planning | Texas: The Issue Is
FOX 7's Rudy Koski talked to Gov. Abbott about some of the ideas that are being pitched to prevent disasters like the deadly flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Texas THC fight: What's coming in special session?
The FOX Texas Trio discusses Governor Greg Abbott's last-minute THC veto and the fight ahead in the special session. Then, Kelly Hancock discusses the changes coming to the comptroller's office, DOGE and Texas' school choice program.
Texas THC ban: What's ahead in the special session | Texas: The Issue Is
A last-minute veto by Governor Greg Abbott put a new twist on the fight over THC in Texas. FOX 7's Rudy Koski talked with hemp industry advocate Cynthia Cabrera of Hometown Hero about the battle ahead.
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.
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.
Texas Lottery survives, but changes are ahead
Texas lawmakers did not eliminate the state lottery, but several changes will be made to how the games are played in Texas and the people who run them.
Texas THC ban, school funding bills have legislators split | Texas: The Issue Is
As Gov. Greg Abbott signs bills passed by the Texas legislature, members from both parties talked about the session's big wins and losses.
Texas GOP, Dems on school funding, THC ban
Texas Senator Royce West (D-Dallas) and Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Waxahachie) to talk about the wins and losses of Texas' 89th Legislative Session.
Lt. Gov. Patrick calls legislative session most productive ever for Republicans | Texas: The Issue Is
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature is on the verge of being the "best" and most productive ever for conservatives.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on legislative session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick talks with FOX 7's Rudy Koski about where things stand as the end of the legislative session approaches. Then, FOX 4's Steven Dial talks to Texas Democratic Party chairman Kendall Scudder about his opinion of the session.