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Deep Dive

The records set in the 2020 election may not be what you think

Deep Dive

Texas polls closed with high turnout, but what does that mean?

After the polls closed, Texas quickly started showing the difference between rural and city folks.
Deep Dive

Here's what to expect after Election Day

We never actually have the finalized results on Election Night.
Deep Dive

After Abbott's order, some Texas voters could have to drive hours to drop off absentee ballots

Three civil rights organizations filed for an injunction against Gov. Greg Abbotts order to limit where a person can hand-deliver their absentee ballot.
Deep Dive

You can now register to vote online, but there’s a catch

When you renew your Texas driver’s license online, you can also update voter registration over the internet.
News

Rep. Dennis Bonnen unanimously elected speaker of the Texas House

Rep. Dennis Bonnen (R-Angleton) was unanimously elected Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives on the first day of the 86th Legislative Session.
Texas Legislature

School finance on agenda as lawmakers tackle issues affecting Texas Latinos

Sen. José Menéndez and Rep. Rafael Anchia talked about the issues affecting Texas Latinos at the 2019 Texas legislative session.
Texas Legislature

Texans march in Austin to support criminal justice reform on first day of legislative session

The march began at Austin City Hall and ended at the Texas State Capitol building.
News

Twitter lights up after Texas Senate race, calls for Beto O’Rourke to run for president

People took to Twitter calling for Beto O'Rourke to run for president in 2020 after his loss to Sen. Ted Cruz.
News

Texas Gov. Abbott promises investigation into alleged non-citizen voting

Greg Abbott said he can't confirm if the video is accurate, but he will start an investigation.
Vote Texas

Ted Cruz takes victory over Beto O’Rourke in race for U.S. Senate in Texas

In one of the most talked about U.S. Senate races across the country, Ted Cruz has taken a victory over Beto O'Rourke.
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Texan Republicans sweep seats for U.S. House, Doggett remains sole Democrat

Texas Republicans held control of the state's congressional delegation, with Lloyd Doggett remaining the sole Democrat for his eighth term