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Police search for a missing person with bright lights in a dark forest at night.

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Texas Authorities Issue AMBER Alert for Missing 12-Year-Old Austin Girl; Suspect Identified

February 24, 2026, 10:06 PM

A courtroom sketch shows a male convict with a lawyer, bailiff, and police officer during sentencing.

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Texas Man Sentenced to 75 Years for Continuous Child Sexual Abuse

February 24, 2026, 6:21 PM

The United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C., under a clear blue sky.

Politics

GOP Lawmakers Urge Rep. Gonzales to Resign Following Release of Alleged Text Messages

February 23, 2026, 8:33 PM

Voting booth with the American flag and "Vote" sign, person working at a table in the background, Elections_Gov.

Politics

Dallas County Separate Primaries Trigger Privacy Concerns and Logistical Delays

February 23, 2026, 4:25 PM

$U.S. Sen. John Cornyn leaves after meeting with President Trump at the National Republican Senatorial Committee in 2024.$ $U.S. Sen. John Cornyn leaves after meeting with President Trump at the National Republican Senatorial Committee in 2024.$

Politics

Senator Cornyn Warns of General Election Risk in Texas Senate Primary Challenge

February 23, 2026, 4:19 PM

The Texas Capitol dome with U.S. and Texas flags blowing in the breeze.

Politics

Texas Railroad Commission Chair Jim Wright Faces Four GOP Challengers in March Primary

February 23, 2026, 4:11 PM

Senator John Cornyn speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).

Politics

Texas Senate Primary Enters Final Stage as Candidates Clash Over Funding and Endorsements

February 23, 2026, 7:38 AM

The Texas State Capitol Building in Austin at sunset with the Texas flag waving.

Politics

Texas Senate Primary Intensifies as Democrats Crockett and Talarico Blitz North Texas

February 22, 2026, 10:09 AM

Lady Justice statue and scales in front of the Texas state flag in a dark room.

Politics

Texas Attorney General Race Intensifies as Republican Field Debates in Dallas

February 22, 2026, 10:05 AM

SWAT officers in tactical gear in suburb, one uses radio, another points at building for movement; Glenn Highcove-Shutterstock.

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Suspect in Custody Following Hours-Long SWAT Standoff at North Houston Hotel

February 22, 2026, 7:52 AM

Politics

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Leads Incumbent Cornyn in GOP Senate Primary Polling

February 21, 2026, 8:43 AM

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San Antonio Motorist Charged With Intoxication Manslaughter Following Fatal Collision

February 21, 2026, 8:21 AM

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DHS Confirms HSI Agent Fatally Shot Motorist During South Padre Island Traffic Detail

February 20, 2026, 9:11 PM

Politics

Senator John Cornyn Faces Formidable GOP Primary Challenge in Texas

February 20, 2026, 5:58 PM

Politics

Ethics Watchdog Concludes Probe into Rep. Tony Gonzales Ahead of Texas Primary

February 20, 2026, 5:47 PM

Police detectives converse at a nighttime homicide scene with flashing police car lights.

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Abilene Police Investigate City’s First Homicide of 2026 Following Shooting on North Willis Street

February 19, 2026, 10:03 AM

A pastel pencil sketch of a convicted defendant in handcuffs led out by a bailiff in a courtroom.

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Anson Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Threats Against Abilene Pride Festival

February 18, 2026, 4:03 PM

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Shelter-in-Place Ordered in Dayton, Texas, as Crews Battle Recycling Plant Fire

February 17, 2026, 10:26 PM