Early Voting starts for 2026 Texas Primaries: How to cast your ballot before March 3

Early voting for the Texas primary elections begins today. Texas primary elections are set for March and Democrats and Republicans will have a chance to decide which candidates they want on the November general election ballot.

Texas launches election tip-line and issues new 'Protect Your Vote' guidance.

The Texas Attorney General has launched a public email tip-line and issued new legal guidance under the "Election Integrity Initiative" to enforce strict voting regulations and outline felony penalties for election law violations.

Texans block ICE detention center sale in Hutchins after property owner rejects offer

Residents of Hutchins, Texas, successfully blocked the conversion of a local warehouse into an ICE detention center after a weeks-long campaign prompted the property owner to decline a deal with the Department of Homeland Security.

Caught on camera: Bicyclist hit by car on South Congress

A bicyclist says he’s lucky to walk away after video footage captured the moments he was sent flying over the hood of a car.

Water crisis in Hays County is severe, judge says

Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra is calling for a moratorium on high-volume industrial water usage. He says the water crisis is severe and getting worse with aquifer levels dropping to historic lows.

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Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra is calling for a moratorium on high-volume industrial water usage. He says the water crisis is severe and getting worse with aquifer levels dropping to historic lows.

Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston merchandise released: Shop gear

FIFA has launched its official Houston-specific 2026 World Cup merchandise, giving fans a first look at the city’s branding as NRG Stadium prepares to host seven matches.

Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas merchandise released: Where to buy gear

FIFA has officially launched its first line of Dallas-themed World Cup 2026 merchandise, marking a major milestone for North Texas as the city prepares to host nine matches and a semifinal at Dallas Stadium.

Texas DPS lawsuit: Jury awards nearly $1.7M to 2 state troopers

The nearly $1.7 million verdict was centered on claims of unequal treatment, retaliation, and a racially hostile work environment inside Texas DPS.

Austin police investigating homicides over the weekend

Austin police are investigating homicides from over the weekend. No one has been arrested yet for either.

Water shortage becoming crisis in Hays County
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The Hays County Judge is expected to address Commissioners Court regarding the water shortage impacting the county. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera reports.

Texas student walkouts: AG launches investigation into 3 districts

Three Texas school districts are now under investigation by the Texas Attorney General over recent student walkouts in protest of ICE operations and immigration policies.

Woman rescued from one of the deepest caves in Texas

A specialized rescue team of more than 60 personnel successfully extricated a researcher from one of the deepest cave systems in Texas on Sunday morning after a falling rock caused serious head and back injuries nearly 500 feet below ground.