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Texas Senate poll shows Talarico, Paxton locked in tight race

Texas Senate poll shows Talarico, Paxton locked in tight race

With just over 40 days to Election Day, a new poll keeps the Texas Senate race within a single point. See where Talarico and Paxton stand now.
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State error in Texas creates huge backlog in voter registration applications as midterm voting nears

State error in Texas creates huge backlog in voter registration applications as midterm voting nears

County election offices throughout Texas are scrambling to process a massive backlog of voter registration applications stemming from an error at the state level
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New poll puts Texas Senate, governor's races in play for Democrats

New poll puts Texas Senate, governor's races in play for Democrats

Texas Democrats haven't won statewide since 1994, but a new poll suggests both the Senate and governor's races are within reach. Here's the breakdown.
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Talarico works to reach Black voters in his bid to win a US Senate seat as a Democrat in Texas

Talarico works to reach Black voters in his bid to win a US Senate seat as a Democrat in Texas

Democratic Texas U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico is working to reach Black voters, a key demographic in his race against Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton
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Republicans may have gerrymandered their way into a Texas-sized Latino problem

Republicans may have gerrymandered their way into a Texas-sized Latino problem

By David Hood-Nuño and Evan Garcia DONNA, Texas, Sept 23 (Reuters) - South Texas unfurls in long stretches of highways across flat landscapes dotted with pump jacks, mesquite trees, and gas stations sporting prices that voters swear should not be this high.
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Talarico maintains slim edge in closely watched Texas US Senate race

Talarico maintains slim edge in closely watched Texas US Senate race

Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton remain locked in a close Texas U.S. Senate race, according to a new Texas Southern University poll.
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Man gets 17 years in prison for shooting in Central Lubbock

Man gets 17 years in prison for shooting in Central Lubbock

A 22-year-old man was sentenced to 17 years in prison after admitting to a shooting without injuries at an apartment complex using a pistol he pickpocketed from a woman less than a week before.
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Representative Jasmine Crockett's Net Worth Estimated at $1.5 Million from Legal and Political Career

Representative Jasmine Crockett's Net Worth Estimated at $1.5 Million from Legal and Political Career

Jasmine Crockett, a 43-year-old American lawyer and politician, who was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2020, has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. This wealth is primarily attributed to her successful career as a lawyer specializing in civil rights and family law, and her current role as a member of the Texas House of Representatives. Her income sources include her law practice, legislative salary, and book sales from 'Jasmine Crockett: My Story.' Additionally, her net worth is bolstered by notable investments such as a real estate portfolio valued at over $500,000, stock market investments exceeding $200,000, and stakes in several small businesses, including a local non-profit and a retail store. Crockett represents the 100th district of Texas, covering parts of Dallas and Dallas County, and has gained national recognition for her advocacy on issues like voting rights, police reform, and social justice.
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Gov. Greg Abbott faces growing challenge in Texas governor's race

Gov. Greg Abbott faces growing challenge in Texas governor's race

Abbott still leads the latest Texas governor poll, but two forecasters now rate the race a toss-up as Hinojosa narrows the gap. See what's shifting.
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Texas Animal Welfare Alliance Forms to Improve Animal Welfare Across the State

Texas Animal Welfare Alliance Forms to Improve Animal Welfare Across the State

San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) has joined the newly formed Texas Animal Welfare Alliance (TAWA), a statewide coalition comprising over 25 animal welfare organizations, veterinary professionals, and policy experts. The alliance aims to enhance collaboration, reduce duplication of efforts, and achieve better outcomes for animals across Texas. TAWA plans to conduct regular meetings to discuss practical collaboration, emerging animal welfare issues, and legislative developments, with the goal of identifying opportunities for coordinated action. This initiative comes as Texas municipalities, including San Antonio, Dallas, and Houston, continue to grapple with significant challenges related to stray and dangerous animals. San Antonio, for instance, faced national attention in 2023 following the death of U.S. Air Force veteran Ramon Najera, who was mauled by loose canines. Dallas and Houston were also among the top U.S. cities for reported dog bites last year, highlighting a widespread issue that the new ...
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Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford have been to University of Tennessee

Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford have been to University of Tennessee

President Trump is visiting Neyland Stadium for the Tennessee game. See which other presidents have visited UT.
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U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey Addresses CAIR Designation Push Amidst Republican Criticism

U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey Addresses CAIR Designation Push Amidst Republican Criticism

U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, a Texas Democrat, has publicly stated his opposition to efforts by some Republican lawmakers to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a foreign terrorist organization. While condemning any group that supported the October 7, 2023, attacks in southern Israel, Veasey noted that his constituents have not raised any complaints about CAIR. He further mentioned that CAIR representatives have collaborated with his office without issues. Veasey suggested that Senator Ted Cruz, a proponent of the FTO designation for CAIR, should instead focus on controversies within his own party, specifically referencing the Republican candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, Bo French, who has faced criticism for a controversial social media post.