Texas primary election results. See who's still in the race for U.S. Senate seat
While the Democratic race is settled, the Republicans running for U.S. Senate are headed to a runoff on May 26, at least for now.
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While the Democratic race is settled, the Republicans running for U.S. Senate are headed to a runoff on May 26, at least for now.
After months of campaigning, all eyes will be on Election Night on Tuesday, with the U.S. Senate seat as the big political prize.
The race for U.S. Senate in Texas is intensifying and making national headlines, as all major Republican and Democratic candidates sweep across the state.
One of the most closely watched races for the upcoming March 3 primary election is for the 33rd Congressional District, a newly drawn district in Dallas County that has a majority of Latino residents.
It was a major political upset that delighted Democrats and rattled Republicans here in North Texas, across the state, and the nation.
Gov. Abbott fired off a strongly worded letter to AG Ken Paxton, urging him to strip CAIR of its nonprofit status and eliminate its ability to operate in Texas.
Governor Greg Abbott is shaking up the Texas primary by endorsing newcomer Nate Sheets over incumbent Ag. Commissioner Sid Miller and he's demanding that the state "eliminate" CAIR’s Texas operations. Meanwhile, the race to succeed Jasmine Crockett in Congress has officially become a three-way battle between Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Barbara Mallory Caraway and Rodney LaBruce.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett tells Jack Fink why she is the best person to hold the Texas U.S. Senate seat. Congressman Wesley Hunt defends his missed votes in the House while campaigning for the U.S. Senate. Sen. JohnCornyn still hopes President Trump will endorse him after the March 3 primary.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidates James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett are vying for a seat. And in North Texas, early voting begins later this week in the runoff election for the open State Senate District 9 seat in Tarrant County. It's a race that pits Republican Leigh Wambsganss against Democrat Taylor Rehmet.
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink, Brad Johnson, formerly of The Texan, and politics editor at the Texas Tribune, Jasper Scherer, discuss the Texas-sized political stories from 2025. They also discuss the upcoming elections in 2026, as well as other political stories to follow at the start of the new year.
As 2026 draws nearer, one race to keep a close eye on for the upcoming March 3rd primary is the race for Texas Attorney General. In North Texas, DART and its member cities have been meeting for months and are still trying to resolve differences, even after some cities set elections to withdraw from the agency.
For the first time in more than a decade, there will be an open seat at one of the top statewide offices: Texas attorney general. The state also moves closer to rolling out school choice.
Dallas Congresswoman Crockett's entry into the U.S. Senate race shook up the Democratic primary in Texas. Lt. Governor Dan Patrick says his plan can eliminate school property taxes for homesteads in several sessions.
A redistricting ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court allows Texas to use the newly drawn 2025 Congressional maps for the upcoming March primary and for the all-important midterm elections next year. Gov. Greg Abbott discusses his top priority of property tax reduction in his plan for re-election to a record 4th term. He also discusses his thoughts on casino gambling in Texas. Rep. Jasmine Crockett will reveal whether she's running for U.S. Senate, and all signs point to her joining the race.
The U.S. Supreme Court could soon extend its administrative stay in the Texas redistricting case that has generated nationwide controversy and headlines for months. The future of DART remains uncertain as a fifth city in North Texas, Addison, will consider withdrawing from the transit agency.
The redistricting battle in Texas continues after state leaders filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court in an effort to get their newly-drawn maps approved. U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett says she expects to decide on a run for U.S. Senate by Thanksgiving. Candidate for governor of Texas, Chris Bell, is running again, 20 years after he was the Democratic nominee.
Polls show the Republican primary for U.S. Senate is close. Both Senator John Cornyn and one of his challengers, Congressman Wesley Hunt, discuss the state of the race. Governor Greg Abbott formally launches his bid for a fourth term with a focus on property tax reform.
This week on Eye on Politics, reporter Jack Fink discusses how the government shutdown is impacting flights. Additionally, he speaks with Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson about the future of Dallas City Hall, and there's a runoff election for the State Senate 9 seat.
Federal workers and SNAP recipients are feeling the sting of the ongoing federal government shutdown. Colin Allred and state Rep. James Talarico fight for endorsements in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate as Rep. Jasmine Crockett weighs joining the race. Will this be the last time we set clocks back in the fall?
As the government shutdown drags on, Texans worry about their SNAP benefits. Some school districts are asking residents to approve new property tax rate increases. This is the last week of early voting before the Texas municipal elections on Nov. 4. Some voters in Tarrant County will also have a special election for the Texas Senate on their ballot.
Early voting begins with voters deciding whether to lower property taxes for homeowners and businesses. There are also bond measures and tax rate elections for local school districts. State Representative Gina Hinojosa, of Austin, enters the Democratic primary for Governor of Texas. Now that all 20 living Israeli hostages have been reunited with their families after being held by Hamas for two years, North Texas lawmakers share their thoughts.
Texas lawmakers react to President Trump's and Governor Abbott's decision to send Texas National Guard troops to Chicago. A political jolt in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Texas after Congressman Wesley Hunt of Houston entered the race. Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico campaigns in Fort Worth.
Texas Republicans and Democrats in Congress continue blaming each other for the federal government shutdown, and there is no indication when they will strike a deal to reopen it.
Republicans and Democrats discuss what they believe can prevent the deadly shooting at the ICE office in Dallas. Members of Congress from North Texas talk about what may happen this week with a looming possible government shutdown and find out why the parties are far apart. A legal fight starts this week over the newly approved Congressional maps in Texas that will likely give Republicans five new seats.
As Americans gather to pay their respects to Conservative free speech advocate Charlie Kirk, some Texas teachers and employees find themselves under investigation for comments they made on social media following his assassination.
A person with knowledge of Baltimore's decision told The Associated Press that Crosby failed his physical.
A North Texas man is facing execution for fatally stabbing his girlfriend and her 8-year-old son nearly 13 years ago.
After a season of jarring change and inconsistent play, the Atlanta Hawks appear to be coming together at just the right time.
City officials say rain could worsen a deep sinkhole along a popular White Rock Lake trail, prompting temporary repairs and a safety closure.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
A First Alert Weather Day is in place for Wednesday morning due to the threat of flooding.
A person with knowledge of Baltimore's decision told The Associated Press that Crosby failed his physical.
A North Texas man is facing execution for fatally stabbing his girlfriend and her 8-year-old son nearly 13 years ago.
After a season of jarring change and inconsistent play, the Atlanta Hawks appear to be coming together at just the right time.
City officials say rain could worsen a deep sinkhole along a popular White Rock Lake trail, prompting temporary repairs and a safety closure.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and D.C. Police Officer Danny Hodges argue the installation of a commemorative Jan. 6 plaque in a low-visibility spot in the U.S. Capitol violates the law.
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
Iran is using smaller crafts to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two U.S. officials said.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
A person with knowledge of Baltimore's decision told The Associated Press that Crosby failed his physical.
After a season of jarring change and inconsistent play, the Atlanta Hawks appear to be coming together at just the right time.
Jamie Benn's power-play goal lifts the Stars past Vegas 2-1 as Dallas extends its points streak to 13 games.
The former fifth‑round pick made his NFL debut against Dallas and has logged 37 career games across three seasons.
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history, and set records for most free throws taken and made on Tuesday.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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