Rudy Koski

Austin

Reporter at KTBC-TV (Austin, TX)

Rudy Koski Reporter FOX7. Ole Miss Reb and G-town Red Devil

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Texas lawmakers start process of finalizing state budget

1 week ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

Texas lawmakers have started the process of finalizing the budget, but it wasn't easy getting there. Members of the Texas House got bogged down in several debates that included: tracking undocumented immigrants, defunding the lottery, and giving AG Ken Paxton backpay. Texas AG Ken Paxton discussion The backstory: Texas House members took an unexpected U-turn on what’s typically a procedural vote. The political pivot involved the process needed to finalize the state budget.
Texas lawmakers consider bat protection bill

1 week ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

Texas lawmakers heard testimony on a bill that would provide new protections for bats. Senate Bill 1285, filed by Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt, would restrict how and when bats can be removed from buildings. The backstory: At the Austin Bat Refuge, more than 100 bats are being nursed back to health. Lee Mackenzie and Dianne Odegard operate the refuge in East Austin. The two are preparing for summer when bat activity picks up, especially for young pups.
Texas lawmakers consider bat protection bill

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Rudy Koski

The BriefTestimony was held on a bill that would provide new protections for bats in TexasSenate Bill 1285 would restrict how and when bats can be removed from buildingsOperators of Austin Bat Refuge in east Austin also testifiedAUSTIN, Texas - Texas lawmakers heard testimony on a bill that would provide new protections for bats. Senate Bill 1285, filed by Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt, would restrict how and when bats can be removed from buildings.
Ken Paxton's Senate run, state budget, and Texas DOGE: TWITP

1 week ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

Texas House members worked into the early morning hours to finalize their version of a new state budget. The marathon debate capped off an intense week. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discuss the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics. Local perspective: RUDY KOSKI: Big votes and some big decisions dominating This Week in Texas Politics. Let's get the headlines from our panel, and we'll start with Philip Jankowski with the Dallas Morning News.
Ken Paxton's Senate run, state budget, and Texas DOGE: TWITP

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Rudy Koski

The BriefBig topics this week: Ken Paxton's Senate run, a new state budget, and Texas DOGEFOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discuss the big stories from This Week in Texas PoliticsAUSTIN, Texas - Texas House members worked into the early morning hours to finalize their version of a new state budget. The marathon debate capped off an intense week.
Ken Paxton announced bid for Senate; John Cornyn responds

2 weeks ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced he is running to unseat longtime U.S. Sen. John Cornyn. Paxton announced his bid on Tuesday night on the Ingraham Report. Ken Paxton's announcement What they're saying: Paxton claimed Sen. Cornyn has accomplished little during a 24-year tenure. "So, there's certainly many things to focus on that he has not done. and I think it's time that somebody held them accountable for that," said Paxton.
Ken Paxton announced bid for Senate; John Cornyn responds

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rudy Koski

The BriefTexas AG Ken Paxton has announced a bid for U.S. Senate. The seat is currently held by John Cornyn, who has served for over 20 years. It's currently a close race, according to the Hobby School of Public Affairs. AUSTIN, Texas - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced he is running to unseat longtime U.S. Sen. John Cornyn. Paxton announced his bid on Tuesday night on the Ingraham Report. Ken Paxton's announcementWhat they're sayingPaxton claimed Sen.
Texas bill for hospital safety barriers clears critical vote

2 weeks ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

A deadly crash into an Austin hospital in 2024 brought about action at the Texas Capitol. Legislation was passed requiring the installation of safety barriers at the entrances to most hospitals in Texas. The backstory: At the entrance of St. Davids North Medical Center security barriers known as bollards are in place. They were not there back in February 2024. A car smashed through the entrance, killing the driver and injuring several people at St. David's.
Hearing held on legislation of Texas hemp industry

2 weeks ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

On Monday, members of the House State Affairs committee took up two bills that would dramatically reign in what’s grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry. A House bill scales back sales with new regulations, while a plan from the Senate is essentially a ban on all products with THC. The sale of hemp products with low levels of THC was allowed about seven years ago. The backstory: "Members, the unregulated industry that currently exists is a public health hazard.
Trump tariffs and Hollywood stars testifying in Austin: TWITP

2 weeks ago | fox7austin.com | Rudy Koski

Hollywood stars under the Capitol dome and budget trouble with tariffs. These are some of the big stories in This Week in Texas Politics. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discuss the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics. Local perspective: RUDY KOSKI: Another busy week in Texas politics. Let's get the headlines from our panel and we'll start first with Dallas Morning News reporter, Philip Jankowski.