Gov Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick clash in showdown over property tax relief
It's unusual for there to be much separation in policy between the two, but a split has occurred over what to do about property taxes.
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It's unusual for there to be much separation in policy between the two, but a split has occurred over what to do about property taxes.
Political reporter Jack Fink covers the two major stories unfolding at the Texas Capitol: the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton and the political showdown between the state's Republican leaders over property tax relief.
Supporters of the now impeached Texas Attorney General rallied in his home county in North Texas today and they're not happy with their own Republican representatives who voted to impeach.
The legislative session may be over, but lawmakers aren't finished yet. Governor Greg Abbott called a special session to focus on property tax relief and human trafficking.
Paxton said Republican leaders and Democrats in the House were going against voters who just elected him to a third term.
Political reporter Jack Fink travels to Austin following a Texas House Committee's recommendation that Attorney General Ken Paxton be impeached.
In an unanimous decision, a Republican-led investigative committee recommended impeaching the state's top lawyer. The committee said they found evidence that Paxton committed abuse of official capacity, retaliation and dereliction of duty relating to his alleged actions as the Texas Attorney General on behalf of a campaign donor.
From gun reform to school choice, Jack Fink is taking a look at how much lawmakers have to accomplish before May 30.
One of Governor Greg Abbott's top legislative priorities - school choice - remains in a House committee just days away from a key deadline.
Jack Fink speaks with lawmakers and activists about what comes next in the gun control debate.
In this week's episode: Allred challenges Cruz, municipal elections are this weekend and retired teachers in Texas are likely getting a cost-of-living adjustment.
Why are the mayors of our largest North Texas cities facing little, if any, challenges? A new bill would require you to vote in precincts again on Election Day, instead of anywhere you want in your county. And when did the top legislative leaders become surfer dudes?
Under SB 990, voters would instead be required to cast their ballots only in their precincts on Election Day.
Mayors in multiple North Texas cities are running unopposed or against minimal opposition in the upcoming municipal elections.
Get your fix for Texas politics every week with Jack Fink. Stream new episodes Thursdays at 7 p.m. on CBS News Texas, available on the CBS News app or Pluto TV.
In this week's episode, Jack Fink focuses on the Texas Capitol, where it's been a busy week.
Jack Fink speaks with both the Texas Republican and Texas Democratic Party chairs about what they're focused on this legislative session.
There are two competing visions to provide property owners tax relief that are advancing in the Texas House and Senate. The debate over school choice is heating up in Austin. And with two shootings at high school parking lots in North Texas, CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink speaks with the authors of key school safety bills in the House.
Political reporter Jack Fink dives into a civil lawsuit in Texas that has brought the issue of abortion back into the spotlight and breaks down a bill that would expand Medicaid for mothers after giving birth.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink breaks down a lawsuit over the state's near-total abortion ban and explains some key school safety legislation being considered in the legislature.
A proposal to lower the state sales tax, the results of a school safety audit and what Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' visit to Texas says about his presidential ambitions.
Members of Congress from North Texas visited with Ukraine's president this week as Russia's war against the country turns one year old.
Gov. Greg Abbott laid out his legislative priorities in his State of the State address and Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan tells political reporter Jack Fink that he doesn't believe taxpayers should have to foot the bill for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's whistleblower lawsuit settlement.
Sen. Ted Cruz is planning to run for re-election, but does he also have his eye on the Oval Office? That's harder to say.
Jack Fink sat down with Sen. Ted Cruz to discuss the recent spate of unidentified objects appearing in the skies above the U.S. and whether or not he has his eye on the Oval Office.
Investigators said most of the people who attended the party were students from Lewisville High School.
The victim's name has not yet been released.
Temperatures will quickly climb into the 90s by lunchtime with a high at 96 degrees by 5 p.m.
Criswell says recovery starts immediately – from insurance questions to navigating potential federal aid – as communities face growing disaster risks and possible changes to FEMA's role.
Katie Buck waded into dangerous, fast‑moving water to free trapped animals — including a porcupine she carried out bare‑handed — as her rescue facility was overwhelmed by sudden flooding.
Investigators said most of the people who attended the party were students from Lewisville High School.
The victim's name has not yet been released.
Temperatures will quickly climb into the 90s by lunchtime with a high at 96 degrees by 5 p.m.
Criswell says recovery starts immediately – from insurance questions to navigating potential federal aid – as communities face growing disaster risks and possible changes to FEMA's role.
Katie Buck waded into dangerous, fast‑moving water to free trapped animals — including a porcupine she carried out bare‑handed — as her rescue facility was overwhelmed by sudden flooding.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Democratic candidate for Texas Comptroller Sarah Eckhardt tells Jack Fink about her race against Republican Don Huffines, who will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st. She also discusses her opposition to the taxpayer-funded school choice program, calling it a voucher scheme.
Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller Don Huffines will become Acting Comptroller on August 1st, months before he is set to face Democratic candidate Sarah Eckhardt. "I wanted as much of a head start as I could get in the office to understand it," Huffines told Jack Fink. "Understand the processes, understand the team members and the government."
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
Republican Texas Rep. Wes Virdell tells Jack Fink about the flood conditions while outside the emergency operations center in Kerrville. As the Guadalupe River overflows behind him, he discusses how last year's flooding affected the area during the current floods. He also said the legislature will need to allocate more money for flooding sirens, and that the $50 million doesn't go far enough because one county alone will need $40 million.
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
