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This week on Eye on Politics, we recap the RNC's midterm convention in Dallas, get a wider look at the Texas Senate Race, and reflect on 25 years since the Sept. 11 terror attacks.
This week on Eye on Politics, we have different angles to analyze the Texas Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton. Plus, how former president George W. Bush and Laura Bush will honor the Sept. 11, 2001, milestone this month.
The race for Texas governor is heating up, and we sit down with Democratic candidate Gina Hinojosa. Plus, the RNC is headed to Dallas in September. What Republicans expect from the convention and the debate over data centers continues. All and more on this week’s edition of Eye on Politics.
This week on Eye on Politics, we take a closer look at the data center pause in Texas. Plus, what James Talarico and Ken Paxton are saying about each other as the race for a Senate seat continues.
This week on Eye on Politics, Texas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle discuss data center backlash statewide, along with construction concerns within Big Bend National Park.
This week on Eye on Politics: We take a closer look at James Talarico and Ken Paxton's plans for affordability in Texas. Plus, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson says the city doesn't have a "revenue problem" and believes AI will help.
This week on Eye On Politics, a new bill in Congress seeks to revoke birthright citizenship for the children whose parents entered the U.S. illegally, and Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says social issues matter even as affordability remains at the top of voter concerns.
This week on Eye On Politics, Ken Paxton still hasn't answered questions about residency concerns in Texas. Plus, James Talarico expands outreach to Black voters.
This week on Eye on Politics, we get a closer look at spending on flood prevention measures in the Texas Hill Country. Plus: the latest on the Senate race in Texas and what Don Huffines has planned.
Opposition seems to be growing — particularly against data centers that will be built to support the increasing demand for AI. Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico campaigned in Dallas early last week and said his continued focus on costs and affordability will help him win in November. But Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton's campaign criticized Talarico's record. A white paper by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas concludes the record number of illegal immigrants during the Biden administration had a big impact on housing prices, rents, and employment growth.
As the GOP looks forward to a first-ever midterm convention, Texas Democrats say they're looking to make major moves this election cycle.
This week on Eye on Politics, we're hearing from key movers and shakers in the Texas Republican Party amid a season of gearing up for the 2026 midterm elections.
Two former Dallas mayors discuss what they think needs to change with how city leadership is handled. Plus: the latest from the Texas GOP.
Gina Hinojosa was in North Texas launching Team Texas Public Schools. Hinojosa told our Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink about the effort to make education one of the big campaign issues ahead of the election. She is facing Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, who is seeking his fourth term in November.
For this week's Eye On Politics, Jack Fink speaks with two former Dallas mayors on opposite sides of the City Hall debate. Also, Plano Mayor John Muns discusses the city's growth, and Gina Honojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, talks about her priorities.
Eye on Politics reporter Jack Fink spoke exclusively with Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, and he also caught up with Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico as he campaigned in North Texas amid his and Paxton's "beef".
This week on Eye on Politics, we hear from James Talarico as he prepares for the fight for Senate against Ken Paxton. Plus: Mayes Middleton and Nathan Johnson discuss the race for Texas Attorney General.
Incumbent Senator John Cornyn isn't backing away from the runoff faceoff with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Here's a closer look with Jack Fink.
As Ken Paxton and John Cornyn face off for the Republican nomination in the U.S. Senate race, reaction pours in from the Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone access.
Two Texas Democrats are locked in a battle for a new Congressional district. Plus, how a pending SCOTUS decision could impact access to mifepristone in Texas, this week on Eye On Politics.
This week on Eye on Politics, we take a closer look at how the Supreme Court's recent ruling within the Voting Rights Act impacts Texas. Plus, we hear from lawmakers about the recent shooting near the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
We're hearing from two candidates in the running for Texas lieutenant governor in the Democratic primary. Plus, a closer look at more local municipal elections, and a Texas auto dealer discusses how tariffs have impacted his business in this week's Eye on Politics for April 26, 2026.
Dallas County GOP Chair Allen West resigned Wednesday following party backlash over his shift back to countywide voting for the May runoff. In the race for Texas Attorney General, Democratic candidates Nathan Johnson and Joe Jaworski are challenging the constitutionality of state laws on school choice and the Ten Commandments. Meanwhile, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker is pushing for an $845 million bond package on the May 2 ballot to fund citywide infrastructure and public safety projects.
The Republican runoff race for Texas' Attorney General continues to generate buzz. Plus, Dallas voters will have an opportunity to decide on a bond election by Dallas ISD valued at more than $6.2 billion, a record amount in the State of Texas.
The Texas Comptroller's Office said it received 274,183 applications to take part in the state's new taxpayer-funded school choice program called Texas Education Freedom Accounts. State representatives discuss what they think about the statistics following the conclusion of the application process. Some Dallas city council members say they were caught off guard, others express outrage over Dallas City Hall conversations had by City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert. Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Gay Donnell Willis defended Tolbert, saying, "Our city manager is our chief executive officer."
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Iran and Oman delay a meeting to discuss control of the Strait of Hormuz as fighting between Iran's Houthi allies and Saudi Arabia raises the stakes for global energy markets.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Badly wounded and alone in Iran's desert, downed U.S. Air Force officer Dude 44 Bravo evaded capture for days as the Iranian forces and the U.S. military searched for him.
Iran and Oman delay a meeting to discuss control of the Strait of Hormuz as fighting between Iran's Houthi allies and Saudi Arabia raises the stakes for global energy markets.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink sat down with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
The court filing did not indicate what charges David Rush could plead to.
An Afghan permanent resident living in Texas has been deported after the Justice Department accused her of being an "alien terrorist," in the first such case of its kind.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
