Texas primary elections heat up
The U.S. midterm elections season is set to begin with the Texas primary. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Talarico on his economic message, Crockett
Texas State Rep. James Talarico, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about his affordability platform, his primary opponent U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and more.
Austin bar shooting may have been terror attack
The FBI is investigating a shooting that killed two people at an Austin, Texas, bar as a possible terror attack. Jason Allen reports.
2 dead, 14 hurt in Texas bar shooting
At least two people were killed and 14 were injured in a mass shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar, authorities said Sunday. There were indicators on the suspect and in his vehicle that suggest a "potential nexus to terrorism," but it's too early to determine the motivation, FBI Acting Special Agent Alex Doran said during a briefing Sunday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Sen. Cornyn on supporting strikes on Iran
Texas Sen. John Cornyn says he told President Trump that he would support U.S. strikes on Iran and that he respects the "political risk" he took. Plus, he tells Ed O'Keefe the two reasons why he's seeking re-election, and what it means to be a Republican in 2026.
One man's passion turns into public service
"CBS Saturday Morning" meets a Texas man whose passion project is to restore historical signs across the state. He never predicted how the project would impact his community.
Trump in Texas amid heated Senate GOP race
President Trump is in Texas ahead of the state's midterm primary day on Tuesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from Corpus Christi.
Trump addresses Iran negotiations
President Trump visited Texas on Friday ahead of the state's primary election. He spoke about the state of negotiations with Iran. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Hunt on why he's running for senator in Texas
Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about why voters should choose him to become the next Republican nominee for U.S. Senate over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Hunt says he will commit to serving only two terms if elected, arguing that Cornyn has held the seat for too long.
U.S. military shoots down Border Patrol drone
The U.S. military shot down another drone near the Texas border. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Pentagon shoots down Customs and Border Protection drone in Texas, officials say
The Defense Department on Wednesday shot down a U.S. Customs and Border Protection drone in southwest Texas, federal officials confirmed to CBS News.
Growing calls for Tony Gonzales to resign
There are growing calls for Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales to resign amid allegations that he had an affair with his late former aide. Gonzales has so far resisted calls to step down, despite increasing pressure for him to end his re-election bid. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more details.
The Uplift: Landman lesson
A professor in Texas cleverly incorporates the popular Paramount+ show "Landman" into his lesson plan. A stranger becomes a friend after he heroically saves an elderly couple. Plus, more heartwarming news.
Rep. Gonzales defiant over affair allegations
Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican, was defiant as he emerged from Speaker Mike Johnson's office, refusing to resign after allegations resurfaced that he had an affair with a former staffer, who later died by suicide. Nikole Killion has details.
McCarthy says Rep. Gonzales should resign
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is facing calls to resign over his alleged affair with an aide who died after setting herself on fire. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joined CBS News to discuss the situation and also said Gonzales should step down.
Friend of U.S. citizen killed by ICE agent disputed official account of shooting
The close friend and passenger of a 23-year-old American citizen who was killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year disputed officials' account of the fatal shooting.
Johnson on allegations of Gonzales' affair
House Speaker Mike Johnson told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that allegations of Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales' affair with his late staffer are "detestable," but said it's important to "allow all the facts to play out."
Texts reveal more on Tony Gonzales, staffer
Explicit text messages have surfaced that appear to show conversations between Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales and his former staffer, Regina Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
The Blackout Murder of Livye Lewis
A woman is discovered shot dead in her car with a blood covered man alive on the ground. The man says he has no memory of how he got there. Investigators unravel the strange scene. "48 Hours"' Peter Van Sant reports.
Records show ICE agent fatally shot U.S. citizen nearly a year ago in Texas
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
Rep. Julie Johnson on campaign against Allred
Early voting is now underway in a series of closely-watched Texas primaries, including the race between Democratic Rep. Julie Johnson and her predecessor, former Rep. Colin Allred. Johnson joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of her campaign, the fight over Homeland Security funding and more.
Texas court hears appeal in midwife abortion case
A Texas court on Thursday heard a midwife's appeal in a civil lawsuit filed by Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing her of violating the state's abortion ban. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.
The Yogurt Shop Murders
The brutal murders of four teenage girls has haunted Austin, Texas, for 30 years. Could new information lead to a killer? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has reported on the case from the beginning and has the latest on the search for answers. | CASE UPDATE: In September 2025, the Austin Police Department identified Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial killer and rapist, as the suspect in the Yogurt Shop murders. Brashers, who is deceased, was tied to the murders through DNA testing. In February 2026, a judge declared innocent the four men who were wrongfully accused of the murders — formally exonerating them. Attorneys for the men indicated they are discussing restitution and considering a civil lawsuit.
Stephen Colbert interview controversy details
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert again claimed on Tuesday night that CBS told him not to air an interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico. Colbert said he was told the interview could violate FCC guidance regarding the "equal time" rule. CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Fin Gómez have more.
What to know about the Texas Senate primaries
Spending for the Texas Senate primaries broke a record, according to new data by AdImpact. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more on the highly anticipated race.
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