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Tension is growing in Austin between the big three: The Dallas Morning News Austin Bureau Chief Bob Garrett on what’s causing growing tension between the Texas governor, lieutenant governor and speaker. Also, Garrett weighs in on what lawmakers are likely to do about appraisals and will Gov. Abbott’s push for school choice happen?

Lone Star Politics: Early voting starts Monday and Julie and Gromer discuss some of the races North Texans will consider on May 6, including the race for Fort Worth Mayor and why the often forgotten local elections are important to the everyday needs of voters.

Julie and Gromer talk with State Rep. Rhetta Andrews Bowers (D-Garland) who shares a progress report on the Texas Legislature and talks about the Crown Act, how likely the House and Senate are to come to an agreement on property tax relief and if the governor is likely to call a Special Session. Bowers also talks about the push to...

In Austin, lawmakers made lowering property taxes a top priority this legislative session, but the House and Senate don’t agree on the best way to do it. NBC 5 political reporter Julie Fine spoke to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick about that and other issues on the table during the legislature’s final weeks.

A roundtable discussion about school choice, big issues in the 2024 presidential election and whether to ditch Daylight Saving were topics covered during Lone Star Politics on April 16, 2023.

Analysis of the record budget proposal in the Texas Legislature and what impact will the indictment of former President Donald Trump have on the 2024 election? Plus, Democrat Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces plans to enter the Presidential race.

With talk of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. entering the presidential race, what are his chances and do legacy names still hold weight? Plus, will there be compromise on the state budget or is the Texas Legislature headed to a special session?

A major moment in U.S. history as former President Trump prepares to appear before a judge after he was indicted by a New York grand jury, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits DFW Airport for a new runway project and the Texas Legislature enters its final two months

Despite legal trouble, Donald Trump visited Texas for the first 2024 presidential campaign rally– that and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

It’s the first weekend of March Madness and as it heats up on the court, it is heating up in Austin. Lowering Property taxes, healthcare for new moms and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

Aviation safety, Texas’ future and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

Cleanup after damaging tornadoes, wind and rain plus, the latest on the war in Ukraine. That and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

The Texas Legislature is on the fast-track to complete emergency items, some that could affect your wallet, plus reflecting on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter and could Senator Ted Cruz have a Democratic challenger with a familiar name?

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faced questions about a $3 million settlement between his office and four ex-staffers who accused him of corruption. The question from lawmakers: Will taxpayers be on the hook for the pay out?

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faced questions about a $3 million settlement between his office and four ex-staffers who accused him of corruption. The question from lawmakers: Will taxpayers be on the hook for the pay out? Political Reporter Julie Fine reports.

From a December diabolical to several near-runway collisions, concerns that the friendly skies are becoming less safe. That and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

Before the Super Bowl kicks off in Arizona tonight, some are betting on gambling bills to move forward in the Texas Legislature. That and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

As North Texas thaws from a week of winter weather, the education discussion heats up in Austin. Plus a look ahead at the State of the Union Address. That and more in today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

Could there soon be a third option for North Texans to book a commercial flight? The plan to expand the McKinney National Airport, plus Gov. Abbott talks about his political future and more on today’s edition of Lone Star Politics.

Texas lawmakers have consistently talked about lowering your taxes, now there are some hard numbers to share. In both the House and Senate budget–there is $15 billion for property tax relief.