Stage set for intense Texas Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
Texas gas prices hover near $4 following Memorial Day weekend
The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Texas is hovering around $4 after Memorial Day weekend.
The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Texas is hovering around $4 after Memorial Day weekend.
DNA evidence links Texas inmate serving life sentence to 1986 cold case murder of Dallas woman
DNA evidence has linked a man currently serving a life sentence for a 1988 murder to the sexual assault and slaying of a Dallas woman nearly 40 years ago, authorities said Wednesday.
DNA evidence has linked a man currently serving a life sentence for a 1988 murder to the sexual assault and slaying of a Dallas woman nearly 40 years ago, authorities said Wednesday.
Helicopter crashes near Denton County training facility
A helicopter crash in Denton County near the Bell training facility left two people injured and hospitalized on Wednesday morning.
A helicopter crash in Denton County near the Bell training facility left two people injured and hospitalized on Wednesday morning.
Texas 2026 runoff takeaways: Trump effect in full force on election night
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Skateboarder Marc Johnson dies at age 49: Thrasher Magazine
Marc Johnson, a professional skateboarder who is credited with putting San Jose on the map, has died, according to a friend's post in Thrasher Magazine. He was 49.
Marc Johnson, a professional skateboarder who is credited with putting San Jose on the map, has died, according to a friend's post in Thrasher Magazine. He was 49.
Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer weeks after departing as Trump's attorney general: report
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after departing the Department of Justice last month, according to a report.
Takeaways from Texas primary runoff election results
With the primary runoff elections over, voters now know who will be on the ballot in November for the general election. Jade Flury has more on the state and county election results.
With the primary runoff elections over, voters now know who will be on the ballot in November for the general election. Jade Flury has more on the state and county election results.
Houston weather: Storms possible overnight, Severe Thunderstorm Watch
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday for several Southeast Texas counties.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday for several Southeast Texas counties.
All evacuations linked to Garden Grove chemical crisis have been lifted, OCFA says
Officials have announced all evacuations have been lifted in the Garden Grove chemical crisis.
Officials have announced all evacuations have been lifted in the Garden Grove chemical crisis.
FULL VIDEO: Congressman Al Green addresses supporters after CD-18 race defeat
Congressman Al Green addressed his supporters following his loss to Congressman Christian Menefee in the Texas Congressional District 18 race on Tuesday night.
Congressman Al Green addressed his supporters following his loss to Congressman Christian Menefee in the Texas Congressional District 18 race on Tuesday night.
Paxton thanks Cornyn, pounces on Talarico after big Senate win
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Voting problems in Fort Bend County during runoff elections
The Fort Bend County Elections Office confirmed a county-wide issue with their poll book on Tuesday.
The Fort Bend County Elections Office confirmed a county-wide issue with their poll book on Tuesday.
Talarico calls Paxton 'most corrupt politician in America' after runoff win
Shortly after Texas AG Ken Paxton was announced as the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, his Democratic opponent, state Rep. James Talarico, released a video in opposition to the nomination.
Shortly after Texas AG Ken Paxton was announced as the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, his Democratic opponent, state Rep. James Talarico, released a video in opposition to the nomination.
FULL VIDEO: Ken Paxton on winning the 2026 Texas Senate runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton delivers a fiery victory speech after winning the Texas Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate, declaring that “change won” and thanking supporters across the state. Paxton celebrates what he calls a historic victory, credits grassroots activists and conservative leaders, and highlights President Donald Trump’s endorsement as a key factor in the race. In the speech, Paxton outlines his priorities for the general election and a future Senate term, including border security, judicial appointments, economic issues, military strength, and social conservative policies. He also thanks Senator John Cornyn for his years of service to Texas while calling for Republican unity heading into November
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton delivers a fiery victory speech after winning the Texas Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate, declaring that “change won” and thanking supporters across the state. Paxton celebrates what he calls a historic victory, credits grassroots activists and conservative leaders, and highlights President Donald Trump’s endorsement as a key factor in the race. In the speech, Paxton outlines his priorities for the general election and a future Senate term, including border security, judicial appointments, economic issues, military strength, and social conservative policies. He also thanks Senator John Cornyn for his years of service to Texas while calling for Republican unity heading into November
Cornyn pledges Republican ticket support after bitter loss to Paxton in Senate race
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he will support the Republican ticket despite his loss to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the party’s nomination.
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he will support the Republican ticket despite his loss to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the party’s nomination.
Talarico reacts to Paxton's nomination for US Senate
Democratic state Rep. James Talarico shared a video to social media Tuesday night reacting to Texas AG Ken Paxton being nominated as his opponent for the November election.
Democratic state Rep. James Talarico shared a video to social media Tuesday night reacting to Texas AG Ken Paxton being nominated as his opponent for the November election.
FULL VIDEO: Christian Menefee addresses supporters after CD-18 Democratic Runoff race win
Christian Menefee addresses his supporters following his win in the CD-18 runoff election on Tuesday night.
Christian Menefee addresses his supporters following his win in the CD-18 runoff election on Tuesday night.
Paxton defeats Cornyn in Texas Primary runoff race
Ken Paxton has defeated John Cornyn in the Texas Primary
Ken Paxton has defeated John Cornyn in the Texas Primary
Menefee defeats Green in CD-18 race
Incumbent Congressman Christian Menefee defeats Al Green in CD-18 race.
Incumbent Congressman Christian Menefee defeats Al Green in CD-18 race.