AG Paxton files motion to keep Democrats from voting in Texas GOP primaries
Paxton filed the motion jointly in a federal court with the Republican Party of Texas on Thursday. The RPT sued Secretary of State Jane Nelson at the beginning of September to achieve the same goal.
Paxton filed the motion jointly in a federal court with the Republican Party of Texas on Thursday. The RPT sued Secretary of State Jane Nelson at the beginning of September to achieve the same goal.
Paxton, Crockett lead in latest Senate primary polls
Statewide polling shows Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton with a narrow lead over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn for the Republican Senate nomination, while U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett leads among likely Democratic candidates.
Statewide polling shows Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton with a narrow lead over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn for the Republican Senate nomination, while U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett leads among likely Democratic candidates.
Texas cities with 'political agendas' on roads could now be stripped of funding
While the directive does not specify the "political ideologies" that could yank road project funding from cities, the move comes days after a rainbow crosswalk was repainted in a prominent Texas "gayborhood."
While the directive does not specify the "political ideologies" that could yank road project funding from cities, the move comes days after a rainbow crosswalk was repainted in a prominent Texas "gayborhood."
These Texas GOP reps could be banned from 2026 election
The Republicans are accused of acting against GOP values during the regular session, including supporting Speaker Dustin Burrows' successful bipartisan run against the party's favored candidate.
The Republicans are accused of acting against GOP values during the regular session, including supporting Speaker Dustin Burrows' successful bipartisan run against the party's favored candidate.
New laws on protecting students | Texas: The Issue Is
In this week's episode of Texas: The Issue Is, the Texas trio reviews the newest laws effecting schools and students in the state.
In this week's episode of Texas: The Issue Is, the Texas trio reviews the newest laws effecting schools and students in the state.
Texas DPS directed to increase new THC rule enforcement
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
Houston Rep. Wesley Hunt joins Paxton, Cornyn in GOP race for Senate
The two-term state representative is giving up his safe seat to launch a federal run that he says will be about "faith."
The two-term state representative is giving up his safe seat to launch a federal run that he says will be about "faith."
Texas AG Ken Paxton to speak at Turning Point USA event in Lubbock
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is scheduled to speak at an event hosted by the Texas Tech University chapter of the conservative advocacy organization Turning Point USA on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Lubbock.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is scheduled to speak at an event hosted by the Texas Tech University chapter of the conservative advocacy organization Turning Point USA on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Lubbock.
James Talarico sets record with $6.2M raised weeks after joining Senate race
The Democrat's record-breaking haul was achieved just three weeks after announcing his intent to run.
The Democrat's record-breaking haul was achieved just three weeks after announcing his intent to run.
'Radical Left' can't prevent Ten Commandments in Texas classrooms, AG Paxton says
The AG says he'll defend schools from "the radical Left" if they comply with Senate Bill 10, which mandates the Christian rules be displayed in every public classroom in Texas.
The AG says he'll defend schools from "the radical Left" if they comply with Senate Bill 10, which mandates the Christian rules be displayed in every public classroom in Texas.
The federal government has shut down. Here’s what it means for Texas
Many federal employees are required to continue working without pay, though furloughs — or the usual uptick in workers calling in sick — could disrupt some services.
Many federal employees are required to continue working without pay, though furloughs — or the usual uptick in workers calling in sick — could disrupt some services.
New Texas THC rule enforcement begins Wednesday
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Virts talks state of Democratic Party | Texas: The Issue Is
A Texas Democrat pivots from the left in a high-profile race. Former astronaut Terry Virts is hoping for the Democrats' Senate nomination. He believes one of his prime competitors is just too far left to win the seat.
A Texas Democrat pivots from the left in a high-profile race. Former astronaut Terry Virts is hoping for the Democrats' Senate nomination. He believes one of his prime competitors is just too far left to win the seat.
Texas AG Ken Paxton serves up burgers at Plano McDondalds
The videos show Paxton passing orders through the drive-through window, working the french fry station, and taking a look at the order monitor.
The videos show Paxton passing orders through the drive-through window, working the french fry station, and taking a look at the order monitor.
Vikki Goodwin on Lt. Gov. Race | Texas: The Issue Is
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her candidacy for lieutenant governor, her vision for the position, and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her candidacy for lieutenant governor, her vision for the position, and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
New emergency THC rules now in effect in Texas
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
Abbott signs transgender bathroom bill into law
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new law on Monday banning transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new law on Monday banning transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Casinos and online sports betting? Rep. Vikki Goodwin says put it to the people | Texas: The Issue is
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her vision for the position and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her vision for the position and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
Bobby Pulido, Tejano star and Texas Democrat, aims to flip GOP-held Congress seat
Bobby Pulido has been making music in Texas for over 30 years. Now, he aims to win a U.S. House seat in a district strongly held by a Republican representative.
Bobby Pulido has been making music in Texas for over 30 years. Now, he aims to win a U.S. House seat in a district strongly held by a Republican representative.
James Talarico on US Senate run | Texas: The Issue Is
Texas Rep. James Talarico threw his hat in the ring for the US Senate race. Talarico talked about his Democratic opponent, Colin Allred, and what he is hoping to change in the Senate. Then, a look at the Texas Attorney General race, including a talk with candidate Joan Huffman.
Texas Rep. James Talarico threw his hat in the ring for the US Senate race. Talarico talked about his Democratic opponent, Colin Allred, and what he is hoping to change in the Senate. Then, a look at the Texas Attorney General race, including a talk with candidate Joan Huffman.