Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Talarico continues to lead polls as spending ramps up in Texas Senate race
The U.S. Senate race in Texas is shaping up to be the most expensive Senate race of all time as polling shows Democrat James Talarico extending his lead over Republican Ken Paxton.
The U.S. Senate race in Texas is shaping up to be the most expensive Senate race of all time as polling shows Democrat James Talarico extending his lead over Republican Ken Paxton.
Texas voting guide: Early voting begins Oct. 19. Here's what you should know
Early voting in Texas begins on Oct. 19.
Early voting in Texas begins on Oct. 19.
2026 Election: Third-party U.S. Senate candidate trying to gain traction
The polls for the upcoming midterm election have consistently shown the battle for the US Senate remains very much a two-horse race, but there is a third candidate in the running.
The polls for the upcoming midterm election have consistently shown the battle for the US Senate remains very much a two-horse race, but there is a third candidate in the running.
Austin ISD chosen as 1 of 4 Texas school districts for comptroller review
Austin ISD has been picked as one of four Texas school districts to undergo a “detailed review" by the state comptroller's office.
Austin ISD has been picked as one of four Texas school districts to undergo a “detailed review" by the state comptroller's office.
Third candidate for US Senate
The polls for the upcoming midterm election have consistently shown the battle for the US Senate remains very much a two-horse race. Another constant is voter dissatisfaction with Republican nominee Ken Paxton and Democrat nominee James Talarico. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski spoke to the third candidate on the ballot.
The polls for the upcoming midterm election have consistently shown the battle for the US Senate remains very much a two-horse race. Another constant is voter dissatisfaction with Republican nominee Ken Paxton and Democrat nominee James Talarico. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski spoke to the third candidate on the ballot.
Oct. 5 is last day to register to vote
Midterm elections are less than a month away. To make sure you can cast a ballot, you need to check that you are registered to vote.
Midterm elections are less than a month away. To make sure you can cast a ballot, you need to check that you are registered to vote.
No money being pumped into Texas AG's race
A surge of new money, from national organizations, is bankrolling a new blitz of campaign ads across Texas. But all of that money is focused on campaigns at the top of the ticket and leaving little for several key down ballot races.
A surge of new money, from national organizations, is bankrolling a new blitz of campaign ads across Texas. But all of that money is focused on campaigns at the top of the ticket and leaving little for several key down ballot races.
Federal gov. pays Texas back for border security expenses
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday there has been a "slight uptick" in activity along the southern border.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday there has been a "slight uptick" in activity along the southern border.
Texas lawmakers discuss whether New Mexico counties could join the state
Could a portion of New Mexico be absorbed by Texas? While it may be unlikely, the Texas Attorney General's Office told state lawmakers it was possible during a hearing of the House Select Committee on Governmental Oversight.
Could a portion of New Mexico be absorbed by Texas? While it may be unlikely, the Texas Attorney General's Office told state lawmakers it was possible during a hearing of the House Select Committee on Governmental Oversight.
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Talarico holds razor-thin lead over Paxton in Fox News poll
A new poll from Fox News shows Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico ahead of Republican Ken Paxton in Texas.
A new poll from Fox News shows Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico ahead of Republican Ken Paxton in Texas.
FULL VIDEO: Abbott discusses border security during press conference
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott held a news conference at the Governor's Mansion on Friday to tout a $7.5 billion reimbursement from the federal Department of Homeland Security for money the state has spent on border security.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott held a news conference at the Governor's Mansion on Friday to tout a $7.5 billion reimbursement from the federal Department of Homeland Security for money the state has spent on border security.
President Trump's trip to North Texas
President Trump is back in North Texas. He is here to talk about the economy, jobs and to help Texas Republicans who have found themselves in very tight races.
President Trump is back in North Texas. He is here to talk about the economy, jobs and to help Texas Republicans who have found themselves in very tight races.
Texas Comptroller forecasts steady rise in property values
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is forecasting a steady rise in property values over the next couple of years, based on preliminary estimates released Wednesday.
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is forecasting a steady rise in property values over the next couple of years, based on preliminary estimates released Wednesday.
Suspect in planned attack on Texas State Capitol now in federal custody: DPS
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
2026 election: Texas ag commissioner candidates accuse each other of ineligibility
The top two candidates for Texas agriculture commissioner continue to trade punches, with both claiming the other is not eligible for the job.
The top two candidates for Texas agriculture commissioner continue to trade punches, with both claiming the other is not eligible for the job.
Accusations thrown in race for TX Agriculture Commissioner
The top two candidates for Texas Agriculture Commissioner continue to trade punches. Both claim the other is not eligible for the job.
The top two candidates for Texas Agriculture Commissioner continue to trade punches. Both claim the other is not eligible for the job.
Texas AG opens probe into American Bar Association's accreditation practices
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.
Talarico vs. Paxton: Different plans for Texas’ data center boom
Data centers have become a major talking point as their growth continues to expand across Texas, sparking debate surrounding who should have the final say in their regulation and what should be regulated.
Data centers have become a major talking point as their growth continues to expand across Texas, sparking debate surrounding who should have the final say in their regulation and what should be regulated.