Republicans face-off in race for open North Texas congressional seat
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
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Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
State Rep. Craig Goldman and businessman John O'Shea duke it out in next month's primary runoff for the congressional seat Rep. Kay Granger is leaving behind. Presumed Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump made waves after saying abortion rights should be a state, not a federal issue. We hear from two North Texas lawmakers about that position. Frisco voters will soon decide whether firefighters should have civil service protections and collective bargaining, or if it's a budget buster.
Craig Goldman and John O'Shea are set to face off in the GOP primary runoff for the open 12th Congressional District seat in Tarrant and Parker counties.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
To prepare for Monday's total solar eclipse, 16 cities and counties in Texas have issued disaster declarations — including Van Zandt and Kaufman Counties. We speak with the Kaufman County Judge Jakie Allen about what this means. Texas and the Biden administration try to convince the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals whether the state's new immigration law violates the U.S. Constitution. And Jack goes one-on-one with Democratic Congressman Marc Veasey to discuss the situation at the border, help for Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Our Jack Fink discusses what lies ahead for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as his state criminal case comes to a close; how Brandon Gill discusses defeated 10 other Republicans in the primary; And Retired Lt. Col. Allen West's big victory as Dallas County GOP Chair.
Both Kent Schaffer, the former special prosecutor, and Brian Wice, who's remained as special prosecutor have said the original judge in the case against Attorney General Ken Paxton promised them a fee of $300 an hour.
The Texas attorney general agreed to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution as part of the agreement with prosecutors.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Dade Phelan spoke with reporters about the May 28 runoff after an official event at UT Dallas on Tuesday saying he's extremely confident in his position.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
When the new legislative session at the Texas Capitol begins in January, there will be a new look in the Texas House. There could be as many as nine, possibly 10, new Republican lawmakers in North Texas alone. Jack spoke with two Republican House members from North Texas, Tony Tinderholt of Arlington and Brian Harrison of Ellis County, about the potential impacts the new Republicans will have at the Capitol.
We hear from conservative lawmakers, Tony Tinderholt and Brian Harrison about the potential impact of new Republican faces coming to the Texas House; State Rep. Julie Johnson talks about how she defeated nine other candidates; And former Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings talks about his role with No Labels.
Mike Rawlings is now the National Convention Chair of No Labels, a centrist organization and movement that hopes to be on the ballot in Texas and 30 states in two months.
Jack goes one-on-one with Dr. Austin Dennard, a Dallas OBGYN who fled the state for an abortion after learning she was carrying a fetus with a fatal condition, Anencephaly. Plus key election results, a word with Senator Ted Cruz, and Rep. Mihaela Plesa on IVF advocacy.
Political reporter Jack Fink previews the next episode of Eye On Politics. Analysts say it will be an uphill climb for Allred to unseat Cruz in the biggest political contest in Texas this fall.
Dr. Austin Dennard was invited by North Texas Congressman Colin Allred, who's the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate.
The ballot includes candidates for the U.S. Senate, the State Board of Education, the Railroad Commission, judicial seats, congressional and legislative offices, and, of course, the next president.
The impeachment of Ken Paxton and public money going into private schools are two big sticking points.
Every week, we break down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Texas Republican leaders are targeting members of their own party in this Tuesday's primary; President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump travel to Texas to discuss illegal immigration; And grassroots Democrats and Republicans speak with political reporter Jack Fink about how they think their preferred candidate for President can win this November.
It's not often a congressional seat opens up in North Texas, but this year is a rarity in politics: there are three open Congressional seats in our region.
In the heart of Dallas County, Johnson is facing a challenge from Neave Criado in the Democratic primary for the Senate District 16 seat.
Omar Johnson, 18, was found fatally shot inside a car.
Funk, who called Grapevine home, became the oldest woman to travel to space.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
IRS audits collected $3.5 billion less in fiscal 2025 as the agency shed thousands of auditors and other agency staffers.
Omar Johnson, 18, was found fatally shot inside a car.
Funk, who called Grapevine home, became the oldest woman to travel to space.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The moisture and remnants of the system will bring slightly cooler temperatures and a chance of rain to North Texas.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
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.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
IRS audits collected $3.5 billion less in fiscal 2025 as the agency shed thousands of auditors and other agency staffers.
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
The Trump administration's plan to take a stake in tens of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves will hinge on a private company called North American Blue Energy Partners, the White House announced Monday.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
"We're going to be changing the name of Lake Ontario, effective immediately, to Lake America," the president said before he signed the order.
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.
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 Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
The move with Milton presumably means Sam Howell has won the No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott, a spot that Milton held last season.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Online county records showed that Fields was charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. TCU is located in Tarrant County.
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 international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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.