Talarico holds narrow lead over Paxton in latest Texas Senate poll
The latest poll from Texas Southern University shows Democrat James Talarico holding onto a narrow one-point lead over Attorney General Ken Paxton in the race to become Texas' next senator.
The latest poll from Texas Southern University shows Democrat James Talarico holding onto a narrow one-point lead over Attorney General Ken Paxton in the race to become Texas' next senator.
Austin ICE shooting: Rep. Greg Casar voices outrage over incident
Congressman Greg Casar was among those who continued to express anger and outrage about the incident. His Republican challenger, Lauren Pena, spoke about what she heard the congressman say.
Congressman Greg Casar was among those who continued to express anger and outrage about the incident. His Republican challenger, Lauren Pena, spoke about what she heard the congressman say.
Texas voting guide: Registration deadline, early voting start and other important election dates
Election day isn't until Nov. 3, but there are many upcoming dates that voters should remember as they prepare to cast their ballots.
Election day isn't until Nov. 3, but there are many upcoming dates that voters should remember as they prepare to cast their ballots.
Federal judge pauses Texas GOP effort to close primary elections
A federal judge on Friday paused a bid by Texas Republicans to close the state's primary elections to only voters registered with the party.
A federal judge on Friday paused a bid by Texas Republicans to close the state's primary elections to only voters registered with the party.
2026 midterm elections: What are the rules for campaign signs?
Campaign signs are appearing around Austin ahead of the general election, but what are the rules?
Campaign signs are appearing around Austin ahead of the general election, but what are the rules?
Texas governor race swings to Hinojosa in latest poll
The latest poll comparing Gov. Greg Abbott and his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa shows the challenger leading by four points.
The latest poll comparing Gov. Greg Abbott and his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa shows the challenger leading by four points.
Abandoned oil wells in West Texas
There are more than 10,000 abandoned oil wells in West Texas that remain unplugged. Last year, state lawmakers pumped a lot of money into the agency that regulates the oil and gas industry, On Friday, a special legislative committee was told more money is needed to keep pace with the problem.
There are more than 10,000 abandoned oil wells in West Texas that remain unplugged. Last year, state lawmakers pumped a lot of money into the agency that regulates the oil and gas industry, On Friday, a special legislative committee was told more money is needed to keep pace with the problem.
Midterm elections and rules for campaign signs
Campaign signs are appearing around Austin ahead of the general election. The city has specific requirements for where those signs can be placed, and some common spots are off limits.
Campaign signs are appearing around Austin ahead of the general election. The city has specific requirements for where those signs can be placed, and some common spots are off limits.
Abbott attacks Hinojosa in Lotería-themed social media post
In a post made on Facebook this week, Gov. Greg Abbott posted a photo depicting Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa as a “Loteria card."
In a post made on Facebook this week, Gov. Greg Abbott posted a photo depicting Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa as a “Loteria card."
Texas puts brakes on new Flock camera installations along state roads
Gov. Abbott has ordered TxDOT to stop issuing permits allowing the installation of Flock cameras and other automatic license plate readers along state roads.
Gov. Abbott has ordered TxDOT to stop issuing permits allowing the installation of Flock cameras and other automatic license plate readers along state roads.
Talarico, Paxton in dead heat in latest Texas Senate poll
The latest polling in Texas' pivotal U.S. Senate race shows a dead heat between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton.
The latest polling in Texas' pivotal U.S. Senate race shows a dead heat between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton.
Chris Brown tells Texas lawmaker to 'keep that award' after backlash
Chris Brown rejected a Texas recognition after Rep. Venton Jones apologized for honoring him at an Arlington concert.
Chris Brown rejected a Texas recognition after Rep. Venton Jones apologized for honoring him at an Arlington concert.
7 charged with voter fraud during 2024 elections in North Texas
Seven people in North Texas have been taken into federal custody and accused of voting illegally during recent general elections in Tarrant County and Dallas County.
Seven people in North Texas have been taken into federal custody and accused of voting illegally during recent general elections in Tarrant County and Dallas County.
GOP and Democrats talk about affordability with voters
A new poll shows the number one factor in the upcoming election for voters is the economy. That issue helped Republicans win two years ago, but Democrats are now using concerns about "affordability" to their advantage.
A new poll shows the number one factor in the upcoming election for voters is the economy. That issue helped Republicans win two years ago, but Democrats are now using concerns about "affordability" to their advantage.
Texas lawmakers consider action against sports prediction markets
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
'Narrow-minded': UT student speaks out after Texas GOP candidate's controversial posts about student diversity
More people are speaking about the controversial comments made by the Texas GOP candidate for Railroad Commissioner about a diverse group of University of Texas students, including the students themselves.
More people are speaking about the controversial comments made by the Texas GOP candidate for Railroad Commissioner about a diverse group of University of Texas students, including the students themselves.
Texas Senate hearing on sports betting
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
A certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.
Texas House committee addresses growing online safety risks for children
A surge in online sexual exploitation cases has state lawmakers looking at ways to protect minors on online gaming platforms.
A surge in online sexual exploitation cases has state lawmakers looking at ways to protect minors on online gaming platforms.
Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after honoring Chris Brown at Arlington concert
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday.
2026 Election: National Voter Registration Day
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. Celia Israel, Travis County tax assessor-collector and voter registrar, joins Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich to discuss.
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. Celia Israel, Travis County tax assessor-collector and voter registrar, joins Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich to discuss.