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Texas Republicans have huge cash edge in statewide elections

After a lawsuit failed to stop the crosswalk’s removal, caused by a threat to funding, some residents called its replacement a consolation that ignores a larger fight in the state.

Here’s who has the financial edge to replace Attorney General Ken Paxton

Democrats could be more competitive financially in the U.S. Senate race, but their comparatively small fundraising hauls for state office leave them with fewer resources to reach voters.

How teaching middle school in one of Texas’ poorest neighborhoods spurred James Talarico’s U.S. Senate bid

The four-way Republican primary drew millions in donations over the second half of 2025, outpacing the comparatively meager fundraising by Democrats led by Sen. Nathan Johnson.

Greg Abbott enters 2026 Texas governor’s race with staggering $106 million on hand

Talarico’s two years as a public school teacher is central to his Democratic Senate campaign after shaping his policy goals and driving his political rise through the Texas House.

Texas A&M abruptly cancels ethics course over race, gender policy

Abbott raised almost $23 million from July through December, while his leading Democratic challenger, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, brought in $1.3 million in the last 10 weeks of 2025.

New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primary

The university said content of the graduate course, which was already underway, was not adequately disclosed, forcing the cancellation. The professor disagrees.

In South Texas, local Republicans push for more wins as Latinos appear to sour on Trump

Texas’ Senate Republican primary, meanwhile, looks headed for a runoff. The survey found U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in a dead heat against Attorney General Ken Paxton, with neither eclipsing 30%.

Texas House Democrats raised record-breaking $2.2 million in 2025

Even as Trump's approval ratings fall with Latinos, a constellation of grassroots Republicans are working to secure wins in the midterms.

Celina football coach retires after district clears him of cover-up allegations amid son’s sex abuse scandal

The majority of the Democratic caucus’ haul came when the party broke quorum over the summer to delay the GOP-controlled Legislature from redrawing the state’s congressional map.

Local center empowers women through education and job training

Bill Elliott was placed on administrative leave in October after his son, a football coach at Celina’s middle school, was accused of secretly filming boys in the school’s locker room. A district report found he pressured the principal to hire his son.

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Short snow in Amarillo Saturday morning

The Lucille and Leo Caifa Jr. Center for Advancement provides women ages 18 and older with access to education and life-skills training aimed at building long-t

Man convicted of murder in 2021 Amarillo shooting, sentenced to 60 years

In the middle of an unseasonably warm winter, Amarillo got a soft snow on Jan. 17.If you have pictures or video, send them our way via chime in, HERE.

Hip Hop Hope event in Fritch aims to inspire youth with trades like welding and carpentry

Isaac Botello was convicted of murder Friday for the killing of Everado Leal, 23, in Amarillo two years ago. Leal was found shot to death at a home on North Hig

Borger Main Street tackles 47% vacancy rate with new downtown revitalization plan

On Saturday, in Fritch at First Southern Baptist Church, a Hip Hop Hope Youth Leadership event is taking place for area high school and college students along w

North Heights community demands action against gun violence affecting children

Members of Borger Main Street are working on a plan to address a 47% vacancy rate on Main Street in downtown Borger.Many stakeholders with Borger Main Street m

Tulia cracks down on repeat stray pet violations with new ordinance

The Amarillo NAACP hosted a town hall at St. Johns Baptist Church to address the pressing issue of gun violence affecting children in the North Heights communit

Amarillo College and Sharpened Iron Studios clash over lease dispute in court showdown

Tulia Police Department has implemented a new ordinance to arrest owners of stray pets after a third violation, following years of ineffective citations. Chief

Today will be just as bright but with much lower wind speeds

Sharpened Iron Studios is fighting to remain in its downtown Amarillo location as a legal dispute with Amarillo College moves forward, potentially heading to a

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West Austin community holds memorial for homeless neighbor who lived on corner for years

This will be a pleasant day after the morning chill. Afternoon highs will be seasonal under the sunshine. -- Rich Segal

No. 4 Longhorns trying to get back on track, Aggies looking for Lone Star Showdown upset

A man who lived on a West Austin corner for more than 12 years sadly passed away in early January, but when the nearby neighborhood found out what happened they had some plans.

Texas A&M rides hot 2nd half to take Lone Star Showdown over Texas 74-70

It'll be tough, no doubt, since it's a Lone Star Showdown with rivals Texas A&M. The intensity is kicked up a few notches by both players and fans, and in the Longhorns' case, they'll have to get dialed in early and take better care of the ball.

Texas players withdrawing from transfer portal saved the secondary

With the teams locked in a 29-29 tie at halftime, the Aggies shot 60% in the second half, 15-for-25, to pull away. Rylan Griffen had the hot hand, connecting on 4 of 5 3-point attempts and scoring all 17 of his points in the second half. The Aggies were 6-for-10 from 3-point range in the frame to Texas' 3-for-10.

State of Texas: Senate race poll signals shift for Democrats, uncertainty for Republicans

The portal closed for new entries on Friday, and what looked like a mass exodus of defensive backs turned into some key players getting deals done and sticking around. Kobe Black, Warren Roberson and Derek Williams Jr. all went into the portal, but then withdrew after striking revenue sharing/NIL agreements with the program.

Williamson County applies for TxDOT grant to boost traffic enforcement

With early voting in the Texas primary just one month away, a new poll is offering a snapshot of where the race for U.S. Senate stands — and it shows a surprising leader on the Democratic side.

Texas launches sheriff immigration law enforcement grant program

The Williamson County Commissioners approved a measure to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) to apply for a traffic-safety grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) on Tuesday.

10 Central Texas educators named finalists for Excellence in Education awards

On Thursday, Texas announced the launch of the Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement Grant Program.

AI-generated video of Crockett, Cornyn dancing takes center stage in Paxton's 1st campaign ad

Ten educators in Central Texas were listed as finalists for the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.

Austin to activate overnight cold weather shelter Saturday

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released his first television advertisement featuring AI-generated versions of John Cornyn and Jasmine Crockett, criticizing their bipartisan work together, while Texas law has yet to pass legislation restricting the use of AI in political campaigns.

Road closures for the Spurs Austin International Half Marathon

The city of Austin will provide shelter from the cold for to those who need it Saturday night, according to a Friday message from the city's Homeless Strategy Office.