Tom Abrahams
He is the evening weekend news anchor and is the host of This Week in Texas, ABC13's political program.
His award-winning reports include three regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, a National Headliner, and an Emmy.
In his spare time, he is an author and has penned more than 40 novels. He is married with two children and is a proud graduate of the University of Florida.
Tom's Stories
Both Houston airports reopen Wednesday following winter storm
Even though the airports are back open, there are still about 500 flights between Bush and Hobby airports that have been canceled on Wednesday.
This Week in Texas: In Austin for start of legislative session
ABC13 sits down with lawmakers as the 89th Legislative session gets underway in Austin, Texas.
Texas House elects new speaker as 89th legislative session begins
An exciting and dramatic first day of the Texas legislative session is in the books. The House of Representatives elected a new speaker, but he wasn't the candidate with his party's official backing.
State comptroller announces expected revenue in the state budget of $23 billion
The Texas Legislature kicks off a new session when the House and Senate gavel in at Tuesday afternoon.
This Week in Texas previews 89th Texas Legislative Session on Jan. 14
In the first episode of 2025, ABC13 gives a preview of the upcoming 89th Texas Legislative Session on Tuesday.
Sean Teare officially begins new job as Harris County District Attorney
"The citizens of this community are going to be proud of this institution again," Sean Teare told ABC13, saying he's ready to lead a staff of more than 400 and improve criminal justice in the nation's third-largest county.
'His name stood for something': Presidential historian looks back on Jimmy Carter's legacy
Jimmy Carter left behind a legacy that extended well beyond his years in office. ABC13 spoke with a Rice University professor and historian about the 39th president's lasting impact.
EF-3 tornado hit Porter Heights-Splendora area of Montgomery County, National Weather Service says
The tornado was one of several that hit Southeast Texas over the weekend. Porter Heights was among the hardest hit.
This Week in Texas: ABC13 sits down with Houston Mayor John Whitmire on his first year in office
In the latest episode of This Week in Texas, ABC13 sits down for a lengthy conversation with Houston Mayor John Whitmire. Eyewitness News talks infrastructure, crime, finances, and plans for his second year in office.
'Take it Down Act' targets deepfake photos and videos, including revenge porn
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar came together to criminalize what they call a growing problem impacting primarily women and young girls: deepfake pictures and videos.