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State of the U.S. Senate race with Texas Politics Project Research Director Dr. Joshua Blank
Dr. Joshua Blank, Research Director of the Texas Politics Project at UT Austin, discusses the state of the U.S. Senate race.
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Dr. Joshua Blank, Research Director of the Texas Politics Project at UT Austin, discusses the state of the U.S. Senate race.
President Trump pushed to eliminate taxes on Social Security. Does his "one big, beautiful bill" deliver?
President Donald Trump says he didn't know the term "shylock" is considered antisemitic when he used it in a speech to describe unscrupulous moneylenders.
President Trump hosted a celebratory event at the White House to sign his "one big, beautiful bill."
In its 2026 fiscal year budget proposal released in May, the Interior Department estimated that such a surcharge would generate more than $90 million annually.
Republican candidate for Texas Comptroller, Don Huffines, tells Jack Fink he believes more money could be saved if there were more accurate numbers tracking how many undocumented students there are in the state. "How much money we're spending that we shouldn't have to spend because they're not supposed to be here," said Huffines.
Trump administration faces pressure to clinch more trade deals, with a temporary tariff freeze on dozens of countries set to expire.
The Supreme Court will take up cases involving laws in Idaho and West Virginia that prohibit transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss ruled in favor of a group of migrants seeking asylum and three immigrants' rights groups.
The Trump administration is withholding over $6 billion in funding for after-school and summer programs, English language instruction and more.
The House on Thursday passed the signature piece of legislation of President Trump's second term, approving his "big, beautiful bill" by a vote of 218 to 214.
Billionaire Elon Musk is floating a new political party dubbed the "America Party" — but the idea could face major hurdles.
The Trump administration says it apprehended just over 6,000 migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border last month.
Republican U.S. Representative Pat Fallon of the 4th Congressional District in North Texas told CBS News Texas that, "what we were doing was really more of removing fraud, waste, and abuse, and making sure people that were eligible for the benefits were getting them, and the people that weren't eligible weren't going to get them." Democratic U.S. Representative Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch told CBS News Texas, "I think this big, this Trump bill we have right now is just an irresponsible bill...We always want to see a strong business climate."
Former NASA astronaut and pilot Terry Virts, discusses his Democratic primary campaign for U.S. Senate and how he plans to compete against other candidates such as Colin Allred. "I'm going to serve Texans," Virts told Jack Fink in the one-on-one interview.
The lawsuit claims the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools violates religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated, or missing.
Enter now for your chance to win a 'Christmas at Gaylord Texan' vacation package!
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
A federal court ordered Texas to use House district lines adopted in 2021 for next year's congressional elections.
Two "priority targets" of the U.S. DEA as well as suspected members of the Italian mafia were among 20 people detained, police said.
Highs soared to 86 degrees in Dallas-Fort Worth on Tuesday, breaking the current record of 83 degrees.
The GCISD school board is likely to vote to approve the closure and consolidation of two elementary schools for next school year.
The Senate has approved the Epstein Files Transparency Act and compel the release of documents, after the House passed it 427 to 1. Follow live updates here.
The lawsuit claims the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public schools violates religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated, or missing.
Enter now for your chance to win a 'Christmas at Gaylord Texan' vacation package!
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
A federal court ordered Texas to use House district lines adopted in 2021 for next year's congressional elections.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
A Collin County jury has convicted a Frisco-area Uber driver of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
A federal court ordered Texas to use House district lines adopted in 2021 for next year's congressional elections.
The Senate has approved the Epstein Files Transparency Act and compel the release of documents, after the House passed it 427 to 1. Follow live updates here.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein passed the House. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
David Richardson's resignation comes amid mounting criticism over FEMA's response to the devastating Central Texas floods in July, which claimed more than 130 lives.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
The 22-year-old suffers from a rare condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, first diagnosed after a minor sports injury as a child.
In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland's death, Dr. Jaya Mathew said talking about suicide can help people who are struggling.
Children's Health specialists recommend adjusting bedtime routines and limiting electronics to ease the transition.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Dallas Cowboys have won their first game since the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland.
Naz Reid scored a season-high 22 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 120-96.
The Dallas Cowboys will take the field Monday night, honoring teammate Marshawn Kneeland with helmet decals in their first game since his tragic death on Nov. 6.
Dallas hit all seven of its field-goal attempts in overtime, all 2-pointers.
The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime Show will run just under 15 minutes and will take place on the field.
Many fans of Taylor Swift showed parasocial relationships with the pop star after her engagement to Travis Kelce.
The series spent the summer filming across Fort Worth and Dallas, shutting down streets and transforming neighborhoods into backlots.
The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
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.
