Texas runoff campaigns prepare for final push as early voting approaches

The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.

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The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.

Ken Paxton blocks property tax hikes for 132 Texas cities

Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a formal warning to more than 130 Texas cities on Thursday, prohibiting them from raising property taxes after an investigation found the municipalities failed to meet state transparency and financial audit requirements.

Paxton accuses Chinese national of running fake childcare businesses in Texas

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against a North Texas business he said is being used to issue fraudulent work visas for employees.

LG to alert smart TV users of data collection following Texas privacy settlement

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a settlement with LG Electronics to stop the unauthorized collection of viewing data through smart TV technology and prevent its transfer to foreign entities.

Netflix sued by Texas for allegedly spying on users, secretly selling personal data

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging the company deceived consumers by secretly collecting and sharing their personal data with third parties despite promises of privacy.

Talarico urges Cornyn to back federal gas tax suspension as Trump 'voices' support

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico is urging Sen. John Cornyn to support a federal gas tax suspension, highlighting growing political tensions as high fuel prices become a key issue in the race.

Texas investigates trucking schools for safety and language violations

Texas is cracking down on trucking schools accused of endangering public safety by bypassing English language requirements and offering inadequate, uncertified training programs.

Talarico leads Paxton, Cornyn in new US Senate race poll

Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is leading both of his potential opponents in the U.S. Senate race, according to a new poll.

Texas AG claims new complaint of male Austin ISD student using girls' bathroom

The Texas Attorney General is taking aim against Austin ISD again, saying his office has received another complaint about an Austin High School student using the wrong gender bathroom.

Texas AG accuses music platforms of accepting bribes to promote artists

Texas AG Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into numerous music streaming services, including Spotify and Apple Music, over alleged payola schemes. 

Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates

Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.

Texas lawsuit targets ActBlue over claims of foreign influence and 'dark money' donations

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against ActBlue on Monday, alleging the prominent Democratic fundraising platform deceived the public about safeguards intended to prevent fraudulent and foreign campaign contributions.

Lululemon responds to Texas' investigation into 'forever chemicals' in activewear apparel

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Lululemon to determine if the company's athletic apparel contains toxic "forever chemicals" despite its sustainability-focused marketing.

Texas AG launches probe into UNT staff over 'radical DEI ideology'

Texas AG Ken Paxton is launching an investigation into leadership at the University of North Texas over what he calls pushing "radical DEI ideology."

State seeks $1 million in penalties following West Texas facility fire and contamination

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Permian Basin Containers, LLC over a "catastrophic" 2024 Odessa fire. The state claims the company ignored orders to clean up toxic chemicals that spread to nearby homes and groundwater.

Paxton ups ante to oust acting comptroller over Islamic school controversy

Texas AG Ken Paxton is increasing his efforts to have acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock removed from office and replaced with the winner of the GOP primary election. 

Dubai-based development for immigrants in Texas halts after state investigation

A planned development in North Texas that reportedly aimed to house as many as 20,000 migrants, dubbed "Sharia City" by lawmakers, has been canceled after the state launched an investigation into it. 

Paxton asks Abbott to replace 'incompetent loser' acting comptroller

Texas AG Ken Paxton is calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to replace the acting comptroller, who he called an "incompetent loser," over a letter regarding Paxton's handling of a case related to Islamic schools in the state.