Texas lawmakers discuss how they plan to respond to deadly Central Texas flooding
Texas legislators say they not only have to address the urgent needs facing Central Texas right now, but also focus on long-term solutions.
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Texas legislators say they not only have to address the urgent needs facing Central Texas right now, but also focus on long-term solutions.
Sen. Angela Paxton's announcement on X that she filed for divorce from her husband, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, on biblical grounds spread quickly through social media and political circles. It comes after 38 years of marriage and may impact the attorney general's primary challenge against four-term incumbent Sen. John Cornyn.
Last month, the New York Times reported President Trump wanted the Governor to call a special session so lawmakers could redraw the Congressional maps in favor of creating additional Republican districts.
Legislators say they not only have to address the urgent needs facing Central Texas right now, but they are also looking at how and why so many people were in harm's way. They also want to focus on long-term solutions.
Gov. Greg Abbott's expanded agenda for the upcoming special session includes the controversial topic of redistricting and responding to the deadly Central Texas floods.
According to a poll released by the Texas Politics Project at UT Austin last month, 17 percent of Texans said political corruption is the biggest problem facing the state.
Eye on Politics takes a look at what's next in Texas politics as candidates for various races in the state begin to emerge.
The new law came after lengthy debates among Republicans in the House and Senate.
All Texas Republicans in the House, along with Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, voted for it. Democrats who serve in Congress voted against the measure and called it "one ugly bill."
Now that Ken Paxton is running in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate against incumbent John Cornyn, multiple candidates have either announced their campaigns to become the state's top prosecutor, while others have said they're strongly considering jumping into the race.
In a poll released by the Texas Politics Project at UT Austin last month, political corruption topped the list of concerns by Texans. Overall, 17% said that's the biggest problem facing the state, which is more than inflation and prices, and immigration and border security.
President Trump and Republicans in Congress are celebrating after both the House and Senate passed what they call the "one big, beautiful bill".
Republican state representatives discuss what they expect to be done regarding the vetoed THC ban bill during the called special session.
Republican Congressman Pat Fallon and Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson discuss their overall view of Iran going forward.
Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick and former State Senator Don Huffines are running in the 2026 GOP primary in March.
Multiple U.S. and international agencies say the U.S. bombing of Iran's nuclear weapons sites, on top of Israel's attacks, has caused severe damage to the terrorist nation's program.
Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick and former State Senator Don Huffines, R-Dallas, have their sights set on becoming Texas Comptroller. They're running in the 2026 GOP primary in March.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and Gov. Abbott are split over a ban on THC products. Republicans hope to accomplish something on the issue that's dividing the party. With a new Republican heading the Texas Comptroller's Office this week, two other Republicans who want the job say why they would be the best pick for taxpayers. Democratic and Republican members of Congress from North Texas discuss whether Iran can be trusted not to rebuild its nuclear weapons sites after the U.S. attack.
The political dominoes are falling at the Texas Capitol months before the March 2026 primaries.
The plan to sue the state comes months before the state's March 2026 primary.
A Republican from Fort Worth said Iran needs to be prevented from obtaining a nuclear weapon. A Democrat from Austin agreed that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon, but said the U.S. does not need to go to war to accomplish it.
The Texas GOP says it intends to take the state to court to force it to close the Republican primaries. We ask the Republican Party chairman the impact it could have on the already contentious GOP primary battle between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Texas Congressmen Craig Goldman, of Fort Worth, and Greg Casar, of Austin, discuss Israel's attempts to take out Iran's nuclear weapon capability.
Republican State Senator Kelly Hancock or North Richland Hills has a new high profile job. Outgoing Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar hired him to serve as the new chief clerk and swore him into office.
Texas congressmen discuss Israel's attempts to take out Iran's nuclear weapon capability. Will Gov. Greg Abbott veto a controversial THC ban Republicans approved? Also, his endorsement of a North Texas lawmaker to become the state's new comptroller, its chief financial officer. The Texas GOP says it intends to take the state to court to force it to close the Republican primaries.
If North Texas hits 87 degrees Monday afternoon, it will tie a record, and tomorrow it could break the record with a high of 86 degrees.
The documents include military reports about the search as well as memos, telegrams and newspaper clippings.
The Sentinel-6B is the second of two satellites in a $1 billion program to monitor sea levels over a full decade.
The series spent the summer filming across Fort Worth and Dallas, shutting down streets and transforming neighborhoods into backlots.
Charles Hosch has not been seen since last Tuesday.
If North Texas hits 87 degrees Monday afternoon, it will tie a record, and tomorrow it could break the record with a high of 86 degrees.
The documents include military reports about the search as well as memos, telegrams and newspaper clippings.
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The Sentinel-6B is the second of two satellites in a $1 billion program to monitor sea levels over a full decade.
The series spent the summer filming across Fort Worth and Dallas, shutting down streets and transforming neighborhoods into backlots.
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.
Nearly 40 years after 14-year-old Jennifer Day was killed while working at a Dallas donut shop, Plano police are revisiting her unsolved 1985 murder.
The documents include military reports about the search as well as memos, telegrams and newspaper clippings.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed during the government shutdown.
In a reversal, President Trump says House Republicans should vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. House GOP leaders intend to hold a vote Tuesday, sources say.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said drones pose "the threat of humanity's lifetime," but said he's "really optimistic" the government can find a solution.
The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Caribbean Sea in a display of American military power.
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.
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.
James Harden scored four of his 10 overtime points in the second extra period and finished with season highs of 41 points and 14 rebounds, along with 11 assists, as the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Dallas Mavericks 133-127 in an NBA Cup game.
John Beam, a legendary football coach featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U" and the Laney College athletic director, has died, one day after being shot on the Oakland, California campus.
Dallas played for the first time since the Tuesday morning firing of general manager Nico Harrison, embattled since making the controversial Feb. 2 trade that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.
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.
"Lioness" and a "Yellowstone" spinoff need actors this month.
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.
