FOX 26 calls 'B.S.' on extreme, inaccurate GOP border claims
It’s hard to find a Texas voter who is unconcerned about what’s happening on the border and at least two well-known Republicans are clearly looking to exploit that anxiety with claims that don’t stand up to scrutiny.
Texas midterm election: Expect strong showing from Republicans, polls say
Rice University political analyst and pollster Mark Jones about what to expect from this year's midterm election.
'Borderline BS:' Mealer ad goes too far predicting Hidalgo indictment
With Houston-area voters listing public corruption as a top concern, the appearance of an attack ad highlighting the bid rigging scandal at Harris County was a near certainty.
AG candidate Rochelle Garza talks going from daughter of educators to civil rights attorney
The polls say Rochelle Garza is closer than any other democrat to actually winning a state-wide race. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan caught up with Garza, who is facing off against incumbent Ken Paxton in the race for Texas Attorney General.
Beto O’Rourke championed bipartisanship in Congress. It wouldn’t be that easy as governor
Democrats were in the minority the entire time O’Rourke was in Congress. He says that experience working across the aisle prepares him to be governor of a red state.
What day are midterm elections 2022? How to prepare beforehand
Texas voters will soon be heading to the polls to take part in the democratic process during the midterm election; and while it may seem like a while away, it's actually closer than we thought.
FOX 26 rates Hidalgo attack ad: 'Mostly B.S.'
Judge Lina Hidalgo, in her bid for re-election, has publicly and repeatedly accused challenger Alexandra Mealer of backing the ban on nearly all abortions passed into law by the Texas Legislature.
Texas AG Ken Paxton announces program aimed to combat opioid epidemic
The pilot program “Friday Night Lights Against Opioids" is geared toward stopping the drug epidemic among teens, especially among student-athletes.
Texas voter turnout expected to be high for midterm elections, with all eyes on the governor's race
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson says there is voter interest in some high-profile statewide races, including the race for governor between Republican Greg Abbott and his Democrat challenger Beto O'Rourke.
Texas: The Issue Is - Republican National Committee co-chair Tommy Hicks on the midterm election
Republican National Committee co-chair Tommy Hicks sat down with FOX 4's Steven Dial to discuss a series of issues facing the Republican Party and the American people as a whole.
Political consultant convicted for threatening Texas Representative to influence election
Political consultant Damien Jones was convicted after threatening Texas State Representative Gina Calanni during the 2020 election.
Deadline to register to vote in November election is October 11, 2022
The Texas voter registration deadline is October 11 to vote in the November welection. A guide on how to register to vote in Texas.
New York City mayor declares state of emergency over busing of migrants from Texas
Mayor Eric Adams said the city needs emergency funding to provide shelter to migrants and other people without housing. He also asked El Paso to stop sending migrants there.
Beto O’Rourke wants to end the STAAR tests. Here’s why he can’t.
The Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate has said several times he will end the annual standardized tests. State and federal law make it impossible.
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks on job growth, immigration at Port Houston
Abbott says the port's traffic and fewer regulations on energy is essential for Texas' economic growth.
Austin Mayor Adler apologizes after photo shows him with eyes closed during fallen officer's service
A photo of Austin Mayor Steve Adler at Austin Police Department Senior Officer Anthony Martin's service with his eyes closed has captured attention with some saying Adler was sleeping.
Harry Styles shows support for Beto O'Rourke with governor candidate in the crowd
Video from the concert on Sunday night showed Styles pointing to a Beto for Texas sticker on his guitar.
Congressman Crenshaw talks border crisis, calls drug cartels 'existential' threat
During an interview with Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) a decorated Navy SEAL officer who has represented Texas' 2nd district since 2019, explained how the issue at the border is in fact a crisis.
Congressman Crenshaw talks border crisis, calls drug cartels 'existential' threat
During an interview with Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) a decorated Navy SEAL officer who has represented Texas' 2nd district since 2019, explained how the issue at the border is in fact a crisis.
Abbott, O'Rourke clash in only Gubernatorial debate
In the race for Governor, the two contenders met face to face Friday in South Texas for the only scheduled debate.