Can Democrats seize control of the Texas House?
In the Lone Star State, Democrats need a net gain of nine seats to wrench away control of the Texas House and dramatically shift the balance of power for the first time in two decades.
Harris County Republicans still hope to block drive-thru voting with new petition
In the new petition, the court is also being asked to reject any votes already cast through drive-thru voting. As of Tuesday late afternoon, more than 100,000 ballots have been cast in Harris County drive-thrus.
Cornyn casts ballot in Austin as race for U.S Senate tightens
As the race for the U.S. Senate tightens, Senator John Cornyn cast his ballot in Austin and spoke about his concerns Wednesday morning.
Harris County reveals mail-in ballot tracking system for 2020 election
The mail-in ballot activity tracker is found on the Harris County Clerk’s website. Voters type their name, birthday, and last four digits of their social security number or Texas ID.
Harris County extends hours for last days of early voting
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Texas counties will be allowed only one drop-off location for mail-in ballots, state Supreme Court rules
The court upheld Gov. Greg Abbott's authority under state law to limit ballot drop-off locations, issuing what is expected to be the final ruling in numerous lawsuits that challenged his order.
International monitoring group has eyes on 2020 election in US
OSCE is helping to monitor the U.S. 2020 elections.
Georgia is in play in the 2020 election, and it's not just the White House up for grabs
The South’s shifting demographics have changed the political landscape in certain states, and Georgia is the latest to enter the fray.
Amy Coney Barrett sworn in as Supreme Court justice after Senate vote
Amy Coney Barrett was sworn in at the White House in a ceremony on the South Lawn after the Senate voted to confirm her to the Supreme Court in a 52-48 vote.
Fact checking Trump and Biden in their last clash on stage
AP weekly fact check on the veracity of claims by political figures.. This week checking on claims made during Thursday's debate.
Senate votes to advance Supreme Court nominee Barrett, confirmation expected Monday
The Republican-led Senate is set to vote on Sunday to advance Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett toward final confirmation despite Democratic objections.
Final weekend of early voting underway across Houston
Early voting in Texas started about a week earlier than normal. So far, more than 1 million ballots have been submitted through early voting in Harris County.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski backs Barrett despite opposing replacement before presidential election
Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett won crucial backing Saturday when one of the last Republican holdouts against filling the seat so close to Election Day announced support ahead of a confirmation vote expected Monday.
Nebraska, Maine could play pivotal role in presidential election
Nebraska and Maine aren’t exactly swing states in the race to pick the next president, but each one has something to offer next month that could give them a huge amount of sway: a single electoral vote.
MTV rolling into town to encourage more residents to vote early
It’s already been a record breaking year when it comes to early voting for Harris County. And the fun doesn’t stop there, this weekend MTV is rolling in for a one day event at the Toyota Center.
More than 1 million vote early in Harris County, Latino turnout remains steady
With another week of early voting left, more than one million people have already voted in Harris County.
Texas court upholds order allowing multiple absentee ballot drop-off locations, appeal to hold opening others
A state appeals court has upheld a Travis County State district court order allowing Texas counties to have multiple drop-off locations for hand delivery of absentee ballots, undercutting Gov. Greg Abbott's recent directive limiting counties to one drop-off site.
Student suing after school revokes parking pass due to Trump display
A Volusia County student is suing his school after he says he was punished for a display showing support for President Donald Trump.
Presidential debate: Trump, Biden clash on COVID-19, taxes in final matchup
With just 12 days left until Election Day, President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden faced off for the final presidential debate of 2020.
Harris Co. judge asks Gov. Abbott to guarantee validity of drive-thru votes
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is asking Texas Governor Greg Abbott to guarantee the validity of votes that are cast at drive-thru voting locations.