US Supreme Court rejects appeal to give American Samoans citizenship

American Samoa is the only unincorporated territory of the United States where the inhabitants are not American citizens at birth.

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.

Obama headed to battleground states to boost Dems before midterms

Democrats are trying to retain power in the face of widespread economic uncertainty and the traditional midterm headwinds against the party in power.

Surge in demand for vasectomies following abortions bans prompts clinics to offer free procedure

Free vasectomies will be available next month at three Planned Parenthood clinics in Missouri amid a surge in demand for the procedure after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

How many Americans vote? Map shows voter turnout by state

With key issues such as abortion, gun reform, inflation, legalizing marijuana, climate change and the war in Ukraine on the minds of voters, some experts suggest that 2022 could see a surge at the polls, even without a presidential election.

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.

Am I registered to vote in Texas? How to check registration status

Here's how to check if you are registered to vote in the November 8, 2022, midterm election in Texas and who can vote in the state.

When is the Texas governor vote? 2022 midterm election day, early voting dates

When is the Texas governor vote in 2022? When is the 2022 Midterm Election Day? When does early voting begin in Texas? Here's what you need to know to vote on November 8.

Most Americans say misinformation spurs extremism, hate, poll finds

Most people in the poll say they're practicing not spreading misinformation by not reposting content on social media they believe is inaccurate.

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.