Williamson County commissioner runoff: What voters should know
Early voting begins May 18 in the Republican runoff for Williamson County Precinct 2 commissioner.
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Austin Staff Recommends Delaying Bond Election to 2028
Austin city staff recommend delaying a proposed 2026 bond election to 2028, citing city financial rules and unissued bond funds from projects dating back to 2006.
Trump trashes Talarico but doesn't endorse Cornyn or Paxton in runoff
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Texas Governor Proposes Statewide Prosecutor to Target Local DAs
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Texas Democrats rally behind Tennessee lawmakers in Memphis
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Austin officials criticize delays in 911 communications overhaul
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Ken Paxton sues Netflix over Texas data collection allegations
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Texas GOP Senate Runoff Escalates With Personal Attacks
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Texas Gas-Tax Holiday Debate Amid Rising Fuel Prices
Texas politicians push for gas-tax holidays amid rising fuel prices, sparking debates over cost, authority, and potential savings.
Texas voters worry about economy, but Republicans still lead: poll
A new Texas Politics Project poll shows deep concern about the economy and global tensions, but little appetite for major political change
Redistricting Arms Race Escalates Nationwide
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Talarico Raises $27M, But GOP Super PAC Cash Could Define Texas Race
Democrat James Talarico raised a record $27M in the Texas Senate race, but Republican super PACs hold a significant financial edge heading into the general election.
Texas Rep. Salman Bhojani Endures Threats, Fines After Quorum Break
Texas Democratic lawmaker Salman Bhojani faced severe threats and fines after a 2025 quorum break but remains committed to public service.
Texas Considers Annexing New Mexico Border Counties
Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has ordered a study on potentially annexing five New Mexico border counties that voted overwhelmingly Republican, though the process would require local votes and congressional approval.
Austin No Kings protest: Time, location, route, what to know
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Austin Mayor Calls for No-Tax-Increase Budget Forecast
Mayor Kirk Watson requests Austin's budget forecast be built without assuming property tax increases, emphasizing affordability and potential service cuts.
Texas primary turnout shows Republicans skew older than Democrats
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