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These are the key Texas races for Congress in 2026 - Roll Call

Here’s how races in Texas are shaping up following Monday’s filing deadline for candidates for office in next year’s midterm elections.

Roll Call

Ex-Con Congressman Attempts a Texas Comeback

Steve Stockman, the felonious GOP politician, wants to return to Washington with a bid for a newly gerrymandered Houston-area district.

Texas Observer

More Than a Dozen Migrants Rescued From Stash House Close To The Border

More than a dozen migrants were rescued from a stash house in Juarez, close to the border with Texas, where they were being held for ransom by smugglers, according to a new report.

Latin Times

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Incumbent Texas Sen. Says He's Happy About Jasmine Crockett Running For Dem Candidacy: 'Am I Hiding My Glee?'

Incumbent Republican Senator John Cornyn expressed joy at Rep. Jasmine Crockett's decision to run in the next election for the Upper House.

Latin Times

2026’s abortion battles will be fought more in courthouses and FDA offices than at the voting booth

In 2026, the biggest battles over abortion will not be at the polls.

The Conversation

Pickleball vs. Tennis Leads to Defamation Lawsuit

From yesterday's decision by Texas Court of Appeals Justice Katy Boatman in Daly v. Lehle, joined by Justices Chad Bridges… The post Pickleball vs. Tennis Leads to Defamation Lawsuit appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

‘The two girls nowhere to be found’: Austin man sees two Walmart shoppers filming Angel Tree shopping video. Then he finds their full cart—abandoned

Influencers head to Walmart to participate in the retailer’s Angel Tree holiday giving campaign. However, one Austin, Texas, shopper believes some TikTokers may be pretending to participate.

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GOP goaded Jasmine Crockett into running for senate by promoting favorable polls: Report

Crockett was reportedly the GOP’s preferred opponent in the 2026 Senate elections in Texas, but had not been considered as a potential contender in the race by her own party

The Independent UK

Trump Claims Jasmine Crockett's Candidacy To The Senate Is a 'Gift To Republicans': 'Can't Imagine She Wins'

President Donald Trump said Jasmine Crockett's candidacy to the U.S. Senate in the Texas race next year is a "gift to Republicans," as her progressive and confrontational stance could give an edge to the GOP's candidate.

Latin Times

Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut — taxes

Texas cities and counties already face limits on how much revenue they can generate. Local leaders have warned that further restrictions would mean fewer services like parks and libraries.

The Texas Tribune

Texas woman shoots neighbor, drinks her blood, and blames ‘live wire electrocution’ for the crime

She's "Satan's puppet," the victim's son said.

We Got This Covered

How the political tide turned on Mark Welsh, the four-star general ousted as Texas A&M president

The A&M Board of Regents came to want a more explicitly conservative leader who would shut down controversy before it reared its head, as members grew weary from the steady drumbeat of online posts accusing the university of embracing liberal ideology.

The Texas Tribune

The Texas Axe Murderer Who Walked Free: Candy Montgomery's Chilling New Life as a Counsellor

Candy Montgomery now works as a therapist in Georgia, 45 years after being acquitted of killing Betty Gore with an axe. Netflix's Love & Death revisits the case.

International Business Times UK

DCCC adds more House seats to its 2026 target list - Roll Call

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is expanding its group of targeted seats for the 2026 midterm elections.

Roll Call

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Tom’s Guide

I review running shoes and these are the 7 sneakers coming in 2026 I’m most excited about

I spent the last week at The Running Event in Texas, where many brands revealed their running shoe line-ups for 2026 — here are the seven shoes that caught my eye in particular.

The Texas Tribune

Is Jasmine Crockett’s Senate campaign an asset or a liability for Democrats? It depends on who you ask.

Some Democrats dismissed the Dallas congresswoman as too polarizing to capture the swing voters needed to win. Others said her turnout-over-persuasion approach is the recipe to break through.

The Texas Tribune

Texas’ plan to stop a parasitic fly from destroying its cattle population is far from complete

Texas lawmakers heard conflicting reports on the state’s readiness to fight the New World Screwworm, which is approaching the southern border.

The Texas Tribune

Glenn Hamer resigns as CEO of Texas Association of Business weeks after sexual assault allegations

An unidentified woman sued Hamer two weeks ago, accusing him of sexually assaulting and harassing her before retaliating against her using his position at the powerful business group.

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The Texas Tribune

Texas AG probe of nearly 1,000 cities’ finances to seek violations of new property tax law

While Ken Paxton did not allege any wrongdoing, his move is intended to enforce a new law that prevents cities from raising property taxes if they fail to follow transparency requirements.

Reason

No Injunction Against Prosecution for Taking Photo of Transgender Politician Washing Hands in Women's Restroom

So holds a Fifth Circuit panel, over a dissent. Note that part of the majority's rationale is that the photo would only violate the statute if the prosecution can show that defendant intended to invade privacy in a way "highly offensive to a reasonable person of ordinary sensibilities."

The Guardian - US

Officers at Texas immigration detention facility accused of beatings and sexual abuse

Civil rights coalition calls for immediate closure of camp, where more than 2,700 detainees are being held

The Guardian - US

20-year-old charged with attempted murder over shooting of Jets’ Kris Boyd

A Bronx man has been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of New York Jets player Kris Boyd, police announced Tuesday

Axios

SCOTUS' denial of Texas case fuels First Amendment fears

The clash that pits First Amendment rights against government and parental controls is playing out across the country.

The Texas Tribune

TribCast: The 2026 Texas primary slate is set

With the candidate filing deadline behind us, TribCast digs into the musical chairs that awaits voters in 2026

International Business Times UK

Trump Threatens 5% Tariff and $12B Bailout for Farmers Amid Tensions with Mexico Over Water Disputes

US President Donald Trump has warned Mexico of a 5% tariff increase to pressure compliance with water-sharing treaties affecting Texan farmers amid a Mexican drought.

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