Early voting turnout down compared to 2020 & 2018
Just over 16% of voters in the four most populous counties in North Texas have cast ballots so far.
Tarrant County Republicans fight to keep control of Texas’ largest GOP county
Democrats hope population growth and Republican infighting in the state’s third-most-populous county will help them turn Tarrant County purple.
Dallas leaders try to rally support for Prop A, tout Fair Park and convention center plan
Dallas city leaders are encouraging people to vote for a plan to expand Fair Park and the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center. But there are some concerns.
Slavery is on the ballot for voters in these 5 states
Nearly 20 states have constitutions that include language permitting slavery and involuntary servitude as criminal punishments.
First day of early voting numbers in North Texas down more than 35% from 2018
Turnout can make or break any election. Day one of early voting in Texas was down compared to 2018, but some analysts are saying it’s too early to say that’s a sign overall turnout will be low.
Despite rainy weather, North Texas voters head to the polls for early voting
The rain didn't stop North Texas voters from heading to the polls for the start of early voting in the midterm election. The biggest races involve statewide seats as well as district-based elections for the U.S. House, the Texas Legislature and city and county leaders.
Texas’ elected Supreme Court: What to know before voting for justices
The nine-member Texas Supreme Court has the power to make sweeping decisions that interpret the meaning of the state’s constitution, impacting the lives of Texans across the state. Three seats are on the ballot this year.
Texas governor candidates rally supporters before early voting
With six days to go before early voting begins, the candidates for governor are rallying supporters and focusing on the issues they think will help win them support.
Voters in key battleground states will decide on ballot proposals that could reshape voting rights in 2024
Voters in some battleground states will be deciding ballot proposals this November that could reshape the way they vote in the 2024 presidential election.
Want to vote for Texas governor? Today’s the last day to register
Tuesday is the last day to register if you want to vote in the November election.
Deadline to register to vote in November election is October 11, 2022
The Texas voter registration deadline is October 11 to vote in the November welection. A guide on how to register to vote in Texas.
How to register to vote in Texas
The deadline to register to vote in this November's election is Tuesday, Oct. 11.
Dallas County Elections Office struggling to hire enough poll workers
Early voting starts in three weeks, and election offices across the state are still dealing with the fallout from the 2020 election. North Texas election officials say they are ready for the midterms and have plans in place to address issues that have bogged down preparations.
House passes US election law overhaul in response to Jan. 6 Capitol riot
The House has passed legislation to overhaul the rules for certifying the results of a presidential election as lawmakers accelerate their response to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and Donald Trump’s failed attempt to remain in power.
National Voter Registration Day: Dallas County hosts drive-thru voter registration event
Dallas County is celebrating National Voter Registration Day and making a big push to register voters ahead of the November midterm election.
Abbott accused O'Rourke of wanting to defund the police; O'Rourke says claims are false
The two candidates for Texas governor address the issue of funding for police departments while at campaign stops Wednesday. Gov. Greg Abbott called Beto O'Rourke's approach to defund the police extraordinarily dangerous. O'Rourke accused the governor of using scare tactics.
Collin County seeing notable decline in mail-in ballot requests ahead of midterm elections
The deadline to register to vote in Texas is soon. And while some North Texas counties have not seen a huge spike in new voters, Collin County is seeing a noticeable decline in mail-in ballot requests.
Republican Tarrant County Judge endorses Democrat in Lt. Governor's race
Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley, who is a Republican, has endorsed Democrat Mike Collier in the race for Texas Lt. Governor.
Dallas ISD will have no school on election day
The Dallas ISD school board voted to make Tuesday, Nov. 8 a virtual professional development day.
County leaders divided over adding polling location at Dallas County jail
With the midterm election less than three months away, there's talk in Dallas County about adding a new polling location in the county jail. County commissioners are divided on the issue, but the ultimate decision is with the sheriff.