After the credible threat at the Texas Capitol this weekend and the assassinations of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband, Gov. Abbott said those things can never be allowed to happen in Texas.

There will be increased security Wednesday at the Wisconsin State Capitol following the assassination of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband.

"I have not been through another Capitol that has not had metal detectors." GOP State Sen. Chris Kapenga says he wants metal detectors and a gun ban for the public at the State Capitol in wake of the MN shootings, while still allowing lawmakers to concealed carry: pic.twitter.com/M6Sr9Rhs9V

The statement from Minnesota's Capitol Area Security Committee mourns the assassination of the Hortmans and calls for increased security measures.

Police arrested a man hours after the Texas State Capitol and grounds in Austin were evacuated on Saturday ahead of a planned protest after a credible threat to lawmakers, the Texas Department of Public Safety said.

One of Iowa’s most recognizable buildings is coming down. The Wallace Building, known for its golden-glass exterior and mirrored views of the Capitol dome, has stood in Des Moines since the late 1970s.

In Minnesota, the Advisory Committee on Capitol Area Security issued a joint statement to address security concerns after the deadly attack. The committee is led by two Democrats and two Republicans who serve at the State Capitol.

Authorities released new details in the arrest of a man suspected of threatening to harm Texas state lawmakers Saturday, prompting an evacuation.

A candlelight light vigil will be held in remembrance of State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, in St. Paul on Wednesday. The vigil is scheduled for Wednesday from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the steps of the State Capitol, the Minnesota House of Representatives announced.