No debate so far for Texas Governor's race
A call-out for Gov. Greg Abbott to take part in a morning debate became a no-show, but the show for Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa went on
A call-out for Gov. Greg Abbott to take part in a morning debate became a no-show, but the show for Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa went on
Voters on both sides of the aisle want change, new poll on eve of 2026 midterm finds
When it comes to the issues voters say matter most, a new poll from the Associated Press and the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago concluded that voters are "deeply frustrated" with President Donald Trump’s leadership, the AP reported.
When it comes to the issues voters say matter most, a new poll from the Associated Press and the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago concluded that voters are "deeply frustrated" with President Donald Trump’s leadership, the AP reported.
2026 midterm elections: Travis County gives behind-the-scenes look ahead of early voting
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Data centers in Texas, AI remain big topic on campaign trail
Tech experts with artificial intelligence (AI) said they were coming forward not to promote a ban, but to encourage ways to regulate and manage it. Essentially, that’s the same approach being pitched for data centers.
Tech experts with artificial intelligence (AI) said they were coming forward not to promote a ban, but to encourage ways to regulate and manage it. Essentially, that’s the same approach being pitched for data centers.
AI and data center fears among voters
There is a new warning about AI. Tech insiders claim super-intelligence is a few months away from a point when developers may lose control of the systems. The news is expected to feed into the political controversy in Texas over data centers.
There is a new warning about AI. Tech insiders claim super-intelligence is a few months away from a point when developers may lose control of the systems. The news is expected to feed into the political controversy in Texas over data centers.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Travis Co. Clerk gives look at election logistics
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Paxton vs. Talarico: Where They Stand on the Border
Democrats and Republicans have long held strong, differing viewpoints on immigration and border security and those differences are still apparent in the Texas Senate race, with Republican Ken Paxton known for defending the state's enforcement of its own border policies and Democrat James Talarico calling for federal reform.
Democrats and Republicans have long held strong, differing viewpoints on immigration and border security and those differences are still apparent in the Texas Senate race, with Republican Ken Paxton known for defending the state's enforcement of its own border policies and Democrat James Talarico calling for federal reform.
Maryland Congressman Andy Harris clashes with journalist after debate
Maryland Republican Congressman Andy Harris sparked backlash after a heated exchange with a reporter during a post-debate press conference.
Maryland Republican Congressman Andy Harris sparked backlash after a heated exchange with a reporter during a post-debate press conference.
Voting rights groups sue Texas over delayed online voter registrations
Voting rights groups in Texas have filed a lawsuit alleging the state violated a 2021 settlement agreement after technical problems with the Department of Public Safety's web portal caused a delay in voter registrations for months.
Voting rights groups in Texas have filed a lawsuit alleging the state violated a 2021 settlement agreement after technical problems with the Department of Public Safety's web portal caused a delay in voter registrations for months.
Texas Senate race remains a dead heat as early voting approaches
Texas' top candidates for the U.S. Senate again find themselves in a virtual tie with less than a week before early voting begins.
Texas' top candidates for the U.S. Senate again find themselves in a virtual tie with less than a week before early voting begins.
Rep. Mike Collins doubts Sen. Jon Ossoff's 2028 presidential denial
Sen. Jon Ossoff shut down 2028 presidential race rumors during a Georgia debate, pledging to serve a full six-year term if reelected.
Sen. Jon Ossoff shut down 2028 presidential race rumors during a Georgia debate, pledging to serve a full six-year term if reelected.
'People are big mad in Texas': Hinojosa challenges Abbott's data center policies
Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, discussed her stance on data centers during a press conference in Dallas on Tuesday.
Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, discussed her stance on data centers during a press conference in Dallas on Tuesday.
Texas U.S. Senate race: New poll shows voter discontent, raising hopes of write-in candidates
A new poll shows the race for the U.S. Senate in Texas remains close, but that poll also shows there is growing discontent with both leading candidates.
A new poll shows the race for the U.S. Senate in Texas remains close, but that poll also shows there is growing discontent with both leading candidates.
JD Vance backs Ken Paxton, announces Delek refinery expansion in Tyler
VP J.D. Vance rallied in Tyler to boost Ken Paxton’s Senate bid and announce a major refinery expansion, while staying silent on Paxton’s recent Dubai controversy.
VP J.D. Vance rallied in Tyler to boost Ken Paxton’s Senate bid and announce a major refinery expansion, while staying silent on Paxton’s recent Dubai controversy.
Video shows Paxton partying in Dubai with 2 indicted US fugitives, report says
A new video uncovered by the Wall Street Journal on Monday shows Texas Attorney General and current Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton partying in Dubai with two men described as U.S. fugitives.
A new video uncovered by the Wall Street Journal on Monday shows Texas Attorney General and current Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton partying in Dubai with two men described as U.S. fugitives.
Texas midterms: Talarico rumor debunked as questions grow over candidate debates
With just three weeks until Election Day, Texas' biggest political races are drawing renewed attention as candidates make their final push for votes.
With just three weeks until Election Day, Texas' biggest political races are drawing renewed attention as candidates make their final push for votes.
Texas voting guide: Early voting begins Oct. 19. Here's what you should know
Early voting in Texas begins on Oct. 19.
Early voting in Texas begins on Oct. 19.
Will there be any high-profile debates?
James Talarico was spotted at the ACL Music Festival during Weekend Two. His appearance ended one political discussion but a bigger question, involving debates, continues.
James Talarico was spotted at the ACL Music Festival during Weekend Two. His appearance ended one political discussion but a bigger question, involving debates, continues.
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