Election 2024: How Colin Allred vs Ted Cruz Senate race is shaping up

As we head toward Election Day, there are lots of ads about the Senate race. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas) is looking to unseat Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), who is running for a third term

Inside the Closest Presidential Race in History
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The countdown continues. With just 13 days until Election Day, "Battleground" takes viewers inside the critical election machinery of key swing states. From Arizona's comprehensive voting process to the crucial role of state election boards, we're examining the safeguards ensuring election integrity. Plus, an exclusive look at how Ukrainian Americans in Pennsylvania could influence the outcome, and a deep dive into Arizona's battle against election disinformation. Don't miss this essential guide to unders

Gov. Walz casts vote for Harris, against St. Paul free childcare tax

Vice presidential candidate and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz officially cast his vote on Wednesday, telling reporters he both voted for Kamala Harris for president, and backed St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter’s stance against a childcare tax levy.

Where to Vote: Hays County early voting locations

Early voting in Texas is from October 21st through November 1st. Here's where you can place your vote in Hays County.

Ted Cruz leads Colin Allred by 1 percentage point, new poll shows

A new poll from Emerson College Polling shows Cruz's lead now sits at 1.5%. A poll from the same group showed Cruz with a 4-point lead in September.

2024 Election: State races to watch in Central Texas

Texas' political landscape for the next two years may come down to a few key statehouse races in Dallas, San Antonio and South Texas. Here are the races to watch in Central Texas.

US infant mortality rate rose after overturning of Roe v. Wade, study finds

U.S. infant mortality increased 7% in the months following the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade, according to a new study.

More than 46K in Travis County vote on first day of early voting

Around five percent of registered voters in Travis County cast their ballot on the first day of early voting Monday.

The fight for Nevada explained
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With just two weeks until Election Day, "Battleground" dives deep into critical voter dynamics across key swing states. From Nevada's influential young voters to Wisconsin's ballot box controversy, and North Carolina's housing crisis - we're examining the issues that could tip the scales in 2024. Plus, exclusive new polling reveals how Nevada's senior voters could decide the Silver State.

Hays County early voting hours, locations

Early voting is now underway across Texas and runs through November 1.

Kamala Harris Houston campaign rally scheduled Friday

Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to make a campaign stop in Houston just days before Election Day.

PA Deadlock, Military Vote & Rural America
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With just two weeks until the presidential election, "Battleground" brings you the latest from the seven swing states that will decide the outcome. Join host S.E. Cupp for an in-depth look at the razor-thin margins in Pennsylvania, the crucial rural vote, and how military voters could tip the scales. Plus, get an update on North Carolina's efforts to ensure fair voting in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Don't miss this essential guide to the final stretch of the 2024 race!

Watch: Trump works at McDonald's during Pennsylvania visit

Donald Trump visited a McDonald's in Pennsylvania to amplify his unproven claim that Kamala Harris never worked at the fast-food chain during college.

2024 Election: Central Texas school district elections

Many Central Texas school districts have items on the ballot this fall, including school board positions, tax rate propositions and even one bond proposal.

Donald Trump's Arnold Palmer comments raise eyebrows

Donald Trump’s praise of Arnold Palmer at a Pennsylvania rally raised more than a few eyebrows when he made a raunchy joke about the late golfer’s anatomy.

Texas Senate debate, hearing on marijuana-based products: This Week in Texas Politics

FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of political analysts, took a look at some of the hot topics in This Week in Texas Politics.