In Session. In-depth: Texas Gun Business


This weekend on “In Session. In-depth,” we focus on gun control and big business. One state’s loss might be Texas’ gain. As much of the country restricts firearms, Gov. Rick Perry is asking gun companies to set up shop here. But more business might mean more competition for an...
 
 
 

In Session. In-depth: Sen. John Whitmire
This weekend on “In Session. In-depth,” Sen. John Whitmire, D-Houston, talks with us about his new...
 

In Session. In-depth: Medicaid Expansion Debate
This weekend on “In Session. In-depth,” the debate over expanding Medicaid in Texas rises to the...
 

In Session. In-depth: Sen. Wendy Davis
This weekend on “In Session. In-depth,” Sen. Wendy Davis, D-Fort Worth, talks to us about...
 

In Session. In-depth: Halftime at the Capitol
It’s halftime at the Texas State Capitol! What issues rank the highest on the scoreboard? Who are the...
 

In Session. In-depth: Rep. Richard Pena Raymond
Ever wondered why Texas lawmakers meet only once every two years? One lawmaker says the state’s size,...
 

In Session. In-depth: Texas Wildfire Recovery Funding
This week on “In Session. In-depth,” we travel to Bastrop to talk about the costs associated with...
 

Austin House member signs on to bill to increase hit-and-run penalty
After a visit from the grieving parents of a high-profile hit-and-run victim, an Austin House member...
 

In Session. In-depth: Texas Casino Legislation
This week on a special gambling edition of “In Session. In-depth,” the chips fly, as both sides of...
 

In Session. In-depth: Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst & Texas Education Commissioner Michael Williams
This Sunday on KXAN’s “In Session, In-depth,” Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Texas Education Commissioner...
 
 
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Political News


Lawmakers could face special session
One week to go, and the current Texas legislative session will be finished. But that does not mean lawmakers will go home…
 

Senate leaders push for campus-carry vote
If you have a license to carry a handgun, you might soon be able walk into a building on a college campus in Texas and not…
 

DA Lehmberg seeking 'professional help'
On Monday evening, Rosemary Lehmberg released a statement talking about her "mistake" and how she is currently seeking "professional…
 

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White House News


Kerry's focus on peace talks, not settlements
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry urged Israel's government on Friday to prevent further settlement…
 

10 Things to Know for Today
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
 

Obama to tour Jersey Shore with Gov. Christie
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama plans to give the Jersey Shore a boost with a post-Memorial Day visit to showcase…
 

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oP Exclusive


What the Veep? If bullets were chocolate
A 7-year-old boy from Milwaukee is making a stand against gun violence, and has taken his plan straight to the top. See…
 

Social Status: Printable pistols
A University of Texas law student has made history and headlines recently by successfully firing the world’s first 3-D…
 

Ladies First: FLOTUS and Jason Collins…
A week ago, first lady Michelle Obama tweeted to NBA star Jason Collins that "We've got your back." She's putting those…
 

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Texas (change)

 
Republican Rick Perry is Governor of Texas. Two Republicans represent Texas in the U.S. Senate, and Texas has 32 representatives in the U.S. House: 20 Republicans and 12 Democrats.
 
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Governor: Rick Perry
Lieutenant Governor: David Dewhurst
Attorney General: Greg Abbott

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