State of Texas

State of Texas - January 7, 2024

From Washington to the border - Congressional Republicans come to Eagle Pass to highlight the struggle the latest migrant surge imposes on Texas communities. Why some people who live on the border are pushing back on that narrative. Plus, amid the division on the border, a new push to build bridges. How bipartisan support is fueling efforts to boost trade between Texas and Mexico. And an icon in Texas politics is being remembered for her decades of service. The tributes - and the controversy - after the death of trailblazing Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - December 31, 2023

Nathan Hecht, Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court, speaks one-on-one with politics reporter Ryan Chandler. We're posting the full interview, so you can hear his candid takes on the question of confidence in the courts, campaign contributions for judges, and the high-profile abortion case before the Court. Plus, a big battle in Dallas puts two Democrats in a primary election fight. We look closer at a race that will push one liberal lawmaker out of the state legislature.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - December 24, 2023

Governor Abbott signs new laws that aim to build more border barriers and add new penalties for people who cross illegally. But one of those new laws is already in limbo. We look closer at the push to block the law both in the courts and in Congress.How action from the Governor aims to boost barriers and add new penalties for crossing the border. And what do Texas voters think? New polling looks at attitudes toward moves made by state leaders... and the potential effect on next year's elections.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - December 17, 2023

Support for a ceasefire in Gaza divides the top Texas Democrats in the race for U.S. Senate. Ryan Chandler speaks with Colin Allred and Roland Gutierrez about their differing views on how the U.S. should support Israel.
And just how much did the impeachment trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton cost Texas taxpayers? Monica Madden has the receipts. The reaction from key players, and why the state may need to pay even more. Plus, thousands of Texans are still looking for help after the state wrongly kicked them off Medicaid. Now, investigator Matt Grant uncovers new progress, and problems, in the effort to help people get those benefits restored.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - December 10, 2023

A judge issues an emergency order to allow one Texas woman to get an abortion. But the state immediately pushes to block the order at the Texas Supreme Court. We look at the larger ramifications of the legal fight, and how it could affect an ongoing case before the state's highest court. Plus, Texas Senator John Cornyn voted with other Republicans to block aid to Ukraine and Israel, demanding the administration make big changes on border policy in exchange for their support. Monica Madden speaks one-on-one with the Senator about his decision, and why he says it's important to push for changes to asylum rules. And, Irma Carrillo Ramirez rose from picking cotton to presiding in the courtroom. The judge made history this week by becoming the first Latina to be confirmed to serve on the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals. In her own words, we hear how her story represents a unique version of the American Dream.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - December 3, 2023

This week, a battle at the Texas Supreme Court as a group of women claim the state's abortion ban limits doctors from providing life-saving care. Lawyers in an ongoing lawsuit over how the state handles children in foster care ask the judge to hit Texas with an unprecedented penalty. Lawsuits fuel a multi-million dollar plan to fight the state's fentanyl crisis. And a stalemate on immigration policy brings an impact far beyond the border.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - November 26, 2023

After his impeachment trial, Attorney General Ken Paxton aims for political revenge. The steps he's taking now against some members of his own party. A controversial vote puts a Democratic State Representative in the path of two primary challengers. Plus, from pageants to politics, meet the former Miss Texas campaigning to become the first in her generation to serve in the Texas House.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - November 19, 2023

Did you know a law to ban "homosexual conduct" is still on the books in Texas -- 20 years after the Supreme Court ruled it unconstitutional? This edition of State of Texas showcases our Outlaw special report, where our team explores the connection between the 50-year-old state law banning homosexual conduct and the record number of legislative proposals introduced in 2023 impacting LGBTQ+ Texans. Why some say this unenforceable measure is still used to discriminate today.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - November 12, 2023

Special Session 4 starts with progress on a package blending education savings accounts with teacher pay and school funding, as well as legislation to create a new state crime for crossing the border illegally. Ryan Chandler and Monica Madden track where key priorities stand in the new special session. Plus, a near miss between two jets at Austin's airport is getting new attention from lawmakers in Washington. And Investigator Matt Grant checks out reports of widespread fraud in state inspections that are supposed to keep polluting vehicles off our roads. Why little is being done to stop the problem.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.

State of Texas - November 5, 2023

Gov. Abbott announces a plan to boost public school funding while also allowing parents use public funds to pay for private schools. But it fails to break the stalemate at the Capitol, and Texas teachers find themselves caught in the middle. Some students with special needs are waiting months for the services they need. Our investigators look at overdue special needs evaluations in one Texas school district, and the challenges facing parents and students. COVID cases appear to be rising, but it's getting more difficult to see the effect among some of the most vulnerable Texans. Plus,Texas voters face a billion dollar decision to pay for improvements to water systems in the state.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.