Here's the schedule for the DNC's fourth and final night leading up to Harris' acceptance speech
The fourth and final night of the Democratic National Convention is underway, culminating with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her partyโs nomination for president.
Voting group asks S. Carolina court to order redraw of US House districts that lean too Republican
A group that works to protect and expand voting rights is asking the South Carolina Supreme Court to order lawmakers to redraw the stateโs U.S. House districts because they lean too far Republican.
Congressman Joaquin Castro seeking public input on Latino film nominations to National Film Registry
US Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) has launched a nationwide call for the public to suggest Latino-driven films that should be preserved in the National Film Registry at the Library of Congress, according to a press release from his office.
Senators Cornyn, Booker introduce bill to help law enforcement better prosecute child abusers
Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Cory Booker (D-New Jersey) have introduced a new bill that could close loopholes to existing criminal child sexual abuse cases.
Colin Allred punts on whether he thinks Biden should continue reelection bid
Allred, who is running for U.S. Senate against Ted Cruz, is one of only a few House Democrats from Texas who has yet to say whether they support the presidentโs reelection bid.
Senators blast health and law enforcement officials over illegal e-cigarettes used by teens
Senators criticized top federal officials over the rise of illegal electronic cigarettes in the U.S., a multibillion-dollar business that has flourished in recent years.
Federal appeals court upholds California law banning gun shows at county fairs
A federal appeals court has upheld Californiaโs ban on gun shows at county fairs and other public properties, deciding the laws do not violate the rights of firearm sellers or buyers.
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
Millions of families will face bigger internet bills starting in May because a federal broadband subsidy program is set to expire.
Arizona congressman Raรบl Grijalva says he has cancer, but plans to work while undergoing treatment
U.S. Rep. Raรบl Grijalva has announced that he has been diagnosed with cancer, but he says he is continuing to work as he undergoes treatment.
Casey, McCormick to appear alone on Senate ballots in Pennsylvania after courts boot off challengers
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey and Republican David McCormick will be the only names on ballots for the office in Pennsylvaniaโs April primary after a ruling by the stateโs highest court.
US judge rejects challenge to Washington state law that could hold gun makers liable for shootings
A federal judge on Friday rejected a challenge to a Washington state law that cleared the way for lawsuits against the gun industry in certain cases.
California lawmakers say reparations bills, which exclude widespread payments, are a starting point
California's Legislative Black Caucus is pushing for lawmakers to pass a package of more than a dozen reparations proposals.
Flint man becomes first person charged under Michigan's new gun storage law
A Michigan man has been charged under the stateโs new law requiring safe storage of guns after his 2-year-old daughter shot herself in the head with his revolver the day after the law took effect.
New gun laws take effect on one-year anniversary of Michigan State University shooting
New gun laws take effect Tuesday in Michigan on the one-year anniversary of a shooting at Michigan State University that claimed the lives of three students and left five in critical condition.
Bid to overhaul New Mexico oil and gas regulations clears first hurdle amid litigation
An effort to modernize state oversight of a thriving petroleum industry in the nationโs No. 2 state for oil production has advanced past its first committee vetting at the New Mexico Legislature.
Defense Department to again target 'forever chemicals' contamination near Michigan military base
The U.S. Department of Defense plans to install more groundwater treatment systems at a former Michigan military base to control contamination from so-called forever chemicals.
Gaming proponents size up the odds of a northern Virginia casino
As casinos start to pop up on Virginiaโs southern border, some lawmakers are ready to explore whether wealthy northern Virginia should get in on the action.
Pressley, Welch introduce legislation to guarantee right to vote for people with felonies on record
Democratic Rep. Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts and Sen. Peter Welch of Vermont have introduced legislation that would guarantee the right to vote in federal elections for all citizens convicted of a felony.
Illinois city tickets reporter for asking too many questions, in latest First Amendment dustup
Officials in a suburban Chicago community have issued municipal citations to a local news reporter for what they say were persistent contacts with city officials seeking comment on treacherous fall flooding.
Facing elimination in World Series, D-backs need All-Star performance from Zac Gallen in Game 5
Zac Gallen hasnโt been the ace pitcher the Arizona Diamondbacks hoped for this postseason.
The Supreme Court seems likely to side with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Supreme Court seems likely to preserve the work of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau against a conservative-led challenge.
Texans in U.S. House describe GOP in chaos ahead of likely government shutdown
Texas Democrats decry Republican infighting that has halted attempts to approve annual spending bills and avoid a federal government shutdown.
U.S. Rep. Greg Casar stages โthirst strikeโ to advocate for federally mandated water breaks in extreme heat
There are no federal or state requirements that people who work outside receive paid water breaks. Casar, an Austin Democrat, wants to change that.
Congressman Joaquin Castro, Hispanic Caucus seek public input on Latino film nominations to National Film Registry
Congressman Joaquin Castro and Congressional Hispanic Caucus members announced they are seeking the publicโs input for Latino-driven films to be nominated for the National Film Registry.
Senators call for Supreme Court to follow ethics code like other branches of government
The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee says it's time for Supreme Court justices to bring their conduct in line with the standards of other branches of government.
U.S. Rep. Colin Allred raises $6.2 million in first 2 months of Senate race
Allred also transferred $2.4 million from his House campaign account, giving him $8.6 million in total receipts through the end of June.
Maine bill proposing one of country's least restrictive abortion laws narrowly clears House vote
A proposal to expand access to abortions narrowly passed in the Maine House, clearing the first legislative hurdle after an emotional floor debate.
Texas man indicted for alleged threat to kill US Rep. Waters
A federal grand jury in Los Angeles has indicted a Houston man for allegedly calling the office of California U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters several times last year and leaving voice mails threatening to harm the Democratic congresswoman.
Correction: Mississippi-Education Superintendent story
In a story published March 29, 2023, about the Mississippi Senate voting not to confirm a new state superintendent of education, The Associated Press erroneously reported that the previous superintendent, Carey Wright, had served 13 years.
U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee is running for Houston mayor
Jackson Lee enters a mayoral contest that is already well underway. The early frontrunner is state Sen. John Whitmire, D-Houston, and his competitors include Chris Hollins, the former Harris County clerk, and Amanda Edwards, a former City Council member.
Lawmakers tell ex-CEOs 'you must answer' for bank failures
Leaders of the Senateโs banking committee are telling former chief executive officers at the failed Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank they โmust answerโ for their banks' "downfall.โ.
China accuses US of 'bullying' with new 'illegal' sanctions
China has accused the U.S. of โoutright bullying and double standards" in leveling what it called โillegal" sanctions on Chinese companies as part of U.S. actions against Russiaโs Wagner Group and related companies and individuals.
Texas progressives want Title 42 ended, highlighting wide ideological gulf on Congressional immigration deal
The spectrum of ideas on immigration could throw cold water on hope that there will be a breakthrough in Congress.
Joaquin Castro calls for ex-president of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, to be extradited from Florida
Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-TX) told CNN that ex-President Jair Bolsonaro should be extradited back to Brazil.
US targets Russia mercenary group over religious freedom
The Biden administration has put a well-known Russian paramilitary organization on a list of religious freedom violators alongside a number of notorious terrorist organizations.
S. Carolina's US House maps under scrutiny because of race
A federal trial to determine whether South Carolinaโs congressional maps are legal is closing with arguments over whether the state Legislature diluted Black voting power.
Senator's human rights objections block some US aid to Egypt
A veteran senator's objections over Egypt's human rights record have trimmed a symbolically significant $75 million off annual U.S. military aid to that country.
U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, Latino groups warn about rampant misinformation targeting Spanish speakers ahead of the elections
The groups say social media companies are not doing enough to curb the spread of falsehoods specifically targeting Latinos.
Democratic state Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr. endorses Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for reelection
The endorsement comes after Patrickโs Democratic opponent, Mike Collier, received endorsements from two Republicans, Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley and state Sen. Kel Seliger of Amarillo.
Developing nations seek to overcome energy, currency crises
Business leaders and officials from eight developing nations meeting in Bangladesh say more cooperation is needed among them to overcome dwindling foreign currency reserves, a growing energy crisis and supply chain disruptions.
Report: Conservative Newsmax peddles Jan. 6 misinformation
A new research report says the conservative TV channel Newsmax is presenting viewers with an โalternate universeโ of how the deadly siege at the U.S. Capitol unfolded on Jan. 6, 2021.
Group of Latino lawmakers demand DPS to provide Spanish-language information on Uvalde school shooting
U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro of San Antonio and four other Latino members of Congress sent a letter Friday to Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw requesting all information regarding the Uvalde school shooting be provided in Spanish as well as English.
Uvalde school districtโs police chief didnโt know about 911 calls coming from inside the school, lawmaker says
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, D-San Antonio, said the commanding officer at the scene of the shooting was not informed about the calls that Uvalde police were receiving, calling the lack of coordination a โsystem failure.โ
KSAT asked state lawmakers if they want Abbott to call a special session and what needs to change in wake of Uvalde shooting
Both state lawmakers who represent Uvalde want Gov. Abbott to call a special session, as well as two more Republicans
Canada introduces law to put freeze on importing, buying or selling handguns
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeauโs government has introduced legislation that would put a national freeze on importing, buying or selling handguns.
Congress bestows its highest honor on WWII merchant marines
Congress has bestowed its highest honor on merchant mariners who fought in World War II, almost eight decades after the conflict in which more than 8,000 of them were killed.
Yellen trip to Capitol detours into tense abortion debate
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellenโs appearance before a Senate committee took an unexpected and tense detour into the abortion debate Tuesday when senators questioned her about the potential impact of an abortion ban on the American economy.
Congress passes Emmett Till bill to make lynching hate crime
Congress has given final approval to legislation that for the first time would make lynching a federal hate crime in the U.S. The Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act now goes to President Joe Biden to sign into law.
โThis city is bombed, destroyedโ: Ukrainians in San Antonio plea for help during meeting with Rep. Joaquin Castro
Ukrainians living in San Antonio are hoping to have their voices heard in Washington, D.C. A total of six women who represent the local nonprofit Ukrainian San Antonio met directly with Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-San Antonio) on Friday.
EU chief: Russia could be cut off from markets, tech goods
A top European Union official says Russia would have its access to financial markets and high-tech goods limited under Western sanctions being prepared in case it attacks Ukraine.
Delegation of Bexar County state lawmakers appeal to Gov. Abbott for more state contract hospital nurses
A delegation of bipartisan Bexar County state lawmakers wrote a letter to Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday in support of a request made by San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff for more state contract nurses in San Antonio and Bexar County hospitals.
Michigan US Rep. Brenda Lawrence won't seek 2022 reelection
U.S. Rep. Brenda Lawrence says she plans to retire from Congress at the end of her term, becoming the 25th House Democrat to decide against seeking reelection in 2022.
Dems: Discovery, AT&T merger will hurt diversity, workers
House Democrats are raising concerns that the proposed merger of Discovery and AT&Tโs WarnerMedia, a $43 billion effort to conquer the world of streaming, could affect diversity efforts in Hollywood and particularly hurt Latinos, who are already deeply underrepresented.
Two recounts appear likely in tight Virginia House races
Days after Democrats conceded control of the Virginia House of Delegates to Republicans, Democrats have walked back that concession since two races appear headed for recounts.
Democratic state Reps. Claudia Ordaz Perez and Art Fierro will vie for the same El Paso House seat due to redistricting
Ordaz Perez announced she will challenge Fierro after new political maps forced her to run against another incumbent if she wanted to seek a new term. Democrats have criticized the GOP-drawn House map for diluting the El Paso area's representation.
Texas congressmen join Leading SA to discuss temporary lift of debt ceiling
This week has been a whirlwind on Capitol Hill. There have been discussions about everything from the debt ceiling, to the spending bill, to the infrastructure bill. So what exactly does that mean for us here in San Antonio?
Texas Supreme Court says House Democrats can be arrested and brought to the Capitol, siding with Republicans trying to secure a quorum
In a bid to block a voting restrictions bill, House Democrats for weeks have denied the lower chamber the number of present members needed to pass legislation. House Speaker Dade Phelan has already signed dozens of civil arrest warrants.
Liz Cheney's Trump vote prompts new Wyoming censure effort
Some local Republican Party officials in Wyoming have announced that they will no longer recognize Liz Cheney as a party member because of her vote to impeach Donald Trump.
San Antonio Democrat Leo Pacheco reportedly planning to resign from Texas House before second term ends
Pacheco, who was first elected in 2018, announced that he will be resigning as a representative to teach public administration at San Antonio College, according to the San Antonio Express-News.
House lawmaker suing Pelosi over mask rule says he has COVID
One of the three congressional Republicans suing Speaker Nancy Pelosi over fines for not wearing masks during a U.S. House vote has contracted a breakthrough case of COVID-19.