The BOARD -1:47

• Super PAC spending increasing for both Paxton and Talarico in tight Texas Senate race, which is benefiting more?

  

• Abbott downplays tight polls in Texas governor's race against Gina Hinojosa, takes new steps to stop data centers

  

• 2 ultimate State Fair of Texas fans get married on the midway

  

• Coveted Cooper Flagg debut patch rookie card sells for $8 million