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5 takeaways from the first primaries of the 2026 midterms
Voters headed to the polls Tuesday in the first primaries of the midterm election season. The latest results from Arkansas, North Carolina and Texas.
Talarico Triumphs as G.O.P. Heads to Runoff: 6 Takeaways from Texas
James Talarico won the state’s Democratic primary for Senate, while Senator John Cornyn faces a runoff against Ken Paxton, his right-wing challenger.
Talarico wins Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas
Talarico, a state lawmaker, positioned himself as an effective messenger to moderates and disaffected Republicans in his win over Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina primaries
7 takeaways from the first primary night of 2026
Talarico defeats Crockett in Democratic Senate primary in Texas
Crockett and Talarico were generally aligned on policy, and both rose to prominence in large part through social media.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw loses to GOP primary challenger Steve Toth in Texas
Texas state Rep. Steve Toth won the Republican congressional primary over U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, NBC News and the Associated Press reported.
James Talarico will win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race, CNN projects
State Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, placing a once little-known state legislator at the top of the party’s ticket for the general election in November.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw Becomes First 2026 Republican Incumbent to Lose Primary
The result marks a rebuke by voters of the Texas Republican who was once viewed as a rising star in the party.
5 takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina 2026 primary kickoff
Polling place drama unfolded in the closely watched Texas Democratic Senate primary, in which James Talarico did well against Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Jasmine Crockett suggests GOP rigged her Democratic Primary election: 'This is what Republicans like to do'
An emergency Texas Supreme Court ruling scrapped a judge’s order to keep Dallas County polls open later, prompting Rep. Jasmine Crockett to accuse Republicans of rigging the race.
Wesley Hunt concedes Texas race, vows political comeback
Rep. Wesley Hunt thanks voters and says it won’t be the last time his name appears on the ballot and pledges his “undying support” to the eventual Republican nominee to keep Texas red.
Talarico Defeats Crockett in Texas Senate Democratic Primary
In the GOP contest, Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton advanced to a runoff in May.
James Talarico holds slim lead against Jasmine Crockett in Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Talarico and Crockett, competing for a place on November ballots in Texas, are seeking to give Democrats their first win in a statewide election in more than 30 years.
Texas A&M cruises to critical 96-85 win over Kentucky
The Texas A&M Aggies picked up a huge victory over the Kentucky Wildcats on Tuesday night that could lock up an NCAA Tournament bid.
Primary election night reveals East Texans’ political mood
Polls closed at 7 p.m. on primary election night, and we wait for early voting numbers to be shared from counties in East Texas.
5 Things to Know About James Talarico, Democratic Senate Hopeful in Texas
A Presbyterian seminarian, the Democrat has put his faith at the forefront of his political pitch.
5 Things to Know About Senator John Cornyn of Texas
A longtime fixture of Republican politics in Texas, he has occasionally criticized President Trump.
What you need to know for the first midterm primary day of the year: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Trump administration's varying Iran war explanations.
Primary election live updates: Results and news from Texas, NC, Arkansas
Voters in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas are kicking off the 2026 midterm season. Follow live updates.
New SNAP Purchase Restrictions Take Effect April 1 | Texas Health and Human Services
HHSC reminds SNAP recipients that they can no longer buy candy or sweetened drinks with their Lone Star Cards in Texas starting April 1, 2026.
What tonight’s Texas Senate primaries could mean for the Senate majority in 2027
What to watch in the consequential Senate primaries in Texas
The 2026 midterm season begins in earnest on Tuesday with two of the nation’s most consequential Senate primaries playing out in Texas.
Who's running in the Texas Republican primary? Here are the candidates
Voting ends on March 3 in Texas Congressional primary race. Here's what to know about the Republican race.
Texas, Arkansas, North Carolina kick off the 2026 midterm primaries
This week marks the first midterm primary elections of 2026. Here's what to watch as voters head to polls in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas.
Texas Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Texas Senate primary election as Republican and Democratic votes are counted by candidate and county.
Crenshaw says political enemies came out 'with their knives' as Texas GOP primary looms
Texas GOP primary heats up as Rep. Dan Crenshaw faces Republican challenger Steve Toth, despite lacking key endorsements from Sen. Ted Cruz.
Jasmine Crockett or James Talarico? Democrats Don’t Have an Easy Answer, But They Do Have a Clear One.
The party clearly needs a new path forward, and the Texas duo offers a pair of visions that are compelling—and competing.
The 2026 election season gets underway with primaries today in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas
James Talarico preaches faith, love, and healing. Do voters actually want that?
Democrats want fighters. A Texas Senate candidate is focused on faith.
Who are Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico? Dems face off in Texas primary
Texas Congressional primary race is March 3.
What to Watch in Tuesday’s Primaries in Texas and Beyond
Midterm season is kicking off with hard-fought Senate and House primary contests that include battles over political style and ideology, age and scandal.
Crockett vs. Talarico. Progressive vs. Moderate. Right?
The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.
What Tuesday’s big midterm contests will reveal about Trump and Democrats
New congressional maps will debut in Texas and North Carolina as Republicans try to defend their majorities and Democrats hope they can flip both chambers.
This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him
Should Trever Nehls win his Tuesday primary in Texas’ 22nd District and then the general election, he would become the first member of Congress to succeed his identical twin in office.
When do polls close and when should we expect results?
We’ll start to see the first votes from the crucial Texas primary at 8 p.m. ET, when polls close in most of the state.
GOP congressman enters Texas primary fighting to keep his job after allegations of an affair
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is seeking to fend off a primary challenge that comes as he faces calls to resign over allegations of having an affair with an aide
A mess in Texas? What to watch in Tuesday's primaries
The 2026 midterm season begins in earnest on Tuesday with two of the nation’s most consequential Senate primaries playing out in Texas
A mess in Texas? What to watch in Tuesday's primaries
The 2026 midterm season begins in earnest on Tuesday with two of the nation’s most consequential Senate primaries playing out in Texas.
Anti-Muslim backlash shadows Austin after downtown shooting
After a deadly downtown shooting, Texas Muslims report fear and backlash as political rhetoric intensifies and Austin’s first Muslim city council member responds.
Emerson College releases poll for Texas Senate primaries. See results
Emerson College Polling released its final surveys for the Texas Senate primaries. See who is winning.
War in Iran jolts final day of campaigning in Texas primary
Candidates in Texas’ tightly competitive U.S. Senate primary were treading carefully in response to news of U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran
Kentucky, Texas A&M meet with NCAA bubble stakes rising
Kentucky and Texas A&M will be in resume-padding mode when they square off Tuesday in College Station, Texas, in the penultimate game of the Southeastern Conference regular season for both teams.
Texas law bans state-licensed mental health providers from giving gender-transitioning care to minors, AG Ken Paxton says
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion that says that a 2023 law that bans gender-transitioning medical care to minors also applies to mental health care.
Business owners sue comptroller after their removal from state minority business program
Women- and minority-owned businesses were removed from the Historically Underutilized Business Program in December by acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, who argued he was ending a DEI program.
UT Health East Texas Upgrades Life-Saving Capabilities with New LIFEPAK 35 Monitors and LUCAS CPR Devices
Tyler, Texas (February 27, 2026) — UT Health East Texas EMS is proud to announce the addition of new LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor/defibrillators and LUCAS Chest Compression System devices to its frontline ambulances, further strengthening the department’s commitment to delivering advanced, high-quality care to the community. The LIFEPAK 35 represents the latest generation of cardiac […]
Whole Hog Politics: A gusher of turnout in Texas, but who will benefit?
The midterms start in earnest on Tuesday, and they’re beginning with a bang: Texas has a double-barreled Senate primary that has been expensive and ugly. How the parties move forward next week will significantly shape...
Texas Holds First Elections Since Starting the Gerrymandering War
The state’s congressional map looks much different, and so do those in other states across the country.
Texas attorney general: ‘Illegal’ for mental health providers to ‘transition’ kids in state
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) on Monday issued a legal opinion that it is illegal for mental health care providers to “transition” children under state law. In 2023, Texas S.B. …
Democratic Turnout Was High During Early Voting in Texas
More than 1.3 million voters cast ballots in the Democratic primary during the early voting period that ended Friday. Many counties hadn’t yet reported their data.
Mental health providers fall under state ban on youth transition-related care, Paxton says in legal opinion
Therapists, counselors and other mental health professionals could be subject to legal liability under Texas’ ban on transition-related health care for minors, according to a legal opinion re…
U.S. Senate candidates in Texas make final pitches ahead of Tuesday primary
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn is trying to avoid being the first Republican senator from Texas to lose a primary, and Democrats are hungry to win a Senate race.
SOM Team Wins National Business-School Soccer Tournament
Hosted by the McCombs School of Business at UT Austin, the Texas Winter Classic MBA Invitational Soccer Tournament invites teams from top business programs to compete for the title.
How South Asians are growing political power in Central Texas
As of 2021, the U.S. Census estimated more than 450,000 Indian Americans in Texas — almost double from 2010.
Turnover in East Texas politics may jeopardize regional sway at the Legislature
Some advocates for the region worry freshmen lawmakers will start deal-making at a deficit, while other voters see a chance for new blood.
Five Testy Moments From the Acrimonious Texas Senate Primaries
Ahead of Tuesday’s vote, the Democratic and Republican races have become increasingly personal and contentious.
8 big questions on the first primary day of 2026
The 2026 election lurches to a start on Tuesday, as voters head to the polls for the first state primaries in Arkansas, North Carolina and Texas.
Why John Cornyn, a Senate GOP stalwart, could lose his Texas primary
The four-term senator is determined to prevail Tuesday against two challengers who view him as a relic of the George W. Bush era. The race could go to a runoff in May.
Texas primaries could test whether Latino support for GOP is holding after 2024 gains
The GOP made big strides with Latino voters in 2024. Immigration and the economy were key drivers, but two years later, those issues could sway them to back Democrats in primaries happening this week.
Political fighting pervades Texas politicians’ responses to Austin shooting
Days out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws.
Made in Tarrant: Paragon Sports stands out in the field. In fact, they likely built it
The company that provides fields, courts and tracks is running up the score with employees at bat.
Texas A&M OL boosts NFL Draft stock after combine performance
Texas A&M OL Chase Bisontis impressed scouts with his combine performance, boosting his 2026 NFL Draft stock.
Shooting outside Austin bar leaves 3 dead and 14 injured, FBI investigates possibility of terrorism
A gunman opened fire outside a bar in a popular entertainment district in the Texas capital of Austin, killing two people early Sunday in a shooting that the FBI said is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism.
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Populist crusade and anti-Maga outrage as Texas Democrats do battle in Senate primary
James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett adopt contrasting strategies as party hopes to tap into Trump backlash in reliably red state
Texas A&M alumni warn politics is reshaping campus leadership
Some Aggie alumni and supporters are voicing worries about Texas A&M University's independence from partisan politics.
A Texas Senate race is testing Democrats’ stomach for race and gender fights
Latino voters will probably decide the primary contest between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico -- two rising stars who are stylistic opposites.
Texas GOP identity at core of Cornyn, Paxton, Hunt's 3-way Senate race
Republican infighting could put the reliably red state in jeopardy this fall as President Trump stands on the sidelines
The Texas Senate Primary Offers a Test Case for Each Party
Should Democrats concentrate on swing voters or their base? Can more traditional Republicans win in the MAGA era? Tuesday’s Senate primary in Texas will show the direction the parties are taking.
In Texas, a contentious Republican primary goes down to the wire
The primary battle for the Republican nod in Texas’ U.S. Senate race illustrates tensions between factions of the GOP. Some national Republicans are concerned the seat could be at risk.
US Senate candidates in Texas make final pitches to voters ahead of Tuesday's primary
A heated U.S. Senate race in Texas is entering its final stretch before voters decide Tuesday who will be their party’s nominee in November
NFL scouting combine winners and losers: Wake up, Jets! There's a shot with this reboot. And Texas Tech's David Bailey looks tremendous
Forget steamy sex scenes, ‘SNL’ is Connor Storrie’s boldest move yet
Connor Storrie’s meteoric rise — which has seen him go from the world of food service to an internet-dominating television series in just a few months — has left endless possibilities open for the Texas-born actor, whose name is surely being uttered in many a Hollywood casting room these days.
Democrats look to Tejano music star Bobby Pulido in a high-stakes South Texas congressional race
Democrats are banking on Tejano music star Bobby Pulido to help them win back Hispanic voters in a South Texas congressional district that favors Republicans
James Talarico believes a Texas surprise is coming in November. First, he needs to win the Senate primary
It may sound like James Talarico is getting ahead of himself when he talks about delivering an election night surprise in November, right here in Texas, where a Democratic senator has not been elected in his lifetime.
Your morning coffee could one day help fight cancer
Scientists at Texas A&M are turning an everyday pick-me-up into a high-tech medical switch. By combining caffeine with CRISPR gene editing, researchers have created a system that allows cells to be programmed in advance — and then activated simply by consuming a small dose of caffeine from coffee, chocolate, or soda. The approach, known as chemogenetics, lets scientists precisely turn gene-editing activity on and off inside targeted cells, including powerful immune T cells that can fight cancer.
Stephen A. Smith says Rep. Jasmine Crockett is Dems best bet for Texas Senate seat
Texas A&M vying for season sweep of rival Texas
Texas A&M seeks a season sweep of rival Texas while it builds momentum for the NCAA Tournament on Saturday afternoon in a late-season Southeastern Conference clash in College Station, Texas.
What Readers Are Saying About the Upcoming Texas Primary Elections
Our readers in the state offer a window into the current center of the political universe.
BigXthaPlug And 600 Entertainment Make Noise For Texas With “6WA”
The Dallas rapper and his crew represent their home state and salute the West Coast on the first single from their upcoming mixtape of the same name
Opinion | Ken Paxton, Anti-Business Republican
The Texas Attorney General sues multiple companies while feeding the plaintiffs bar.
Why ads funded by AI groups aren't about AI: From the Politics Desk
Plus, what the Texas primaries will reveal about the state of both parties.
Kamala Harris is backing Jasmine Crockett in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary
Former Vice President Kamala Harris recorded a robocall encouraging voters to support Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary for Senate in Texas, a source familiar with the matter said.
Kamala Harris Endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Race
The endorsement from the former vice president, her most significant since leaving office, comes as Ms. Crockett is facing a competitive Democratic primary contest against James Talarico.
Pioneering AI for Science: Why UT is a Digital Twin Powerhouse
After more than a decade of advances in AI, mathematics and supercomputing, UT is shaping the future of digital twins — bringing together researchers across campus to deploy physics‑informed, AI‑powered models for energy, healthcare, national security and natural hazard mitigation.
BigXthaPlug and 600 Entertainment Make Noise for Texas With ‘6WA’
The Dallas rapper and his crew represent their home state and salute the West Coast on the first single from their upcoming mixtape of the same name
BigXthaPlug and 600 Entertainment Rep Texas With '6WA'
BigXthaPlug and his 600 Entertainment crew are representing Texas and saluting West Coast legends with their new mixtape and single
Trump teases endorsement-hungry Senate GOP candidates with Texas visit
President Donald Trump has so far declined to endorse in the Texas GOP primary race between Sen. John Cornyn, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and US Rep. Wesley Hunt.
Dad’s health matters too: Texas A&M research reveals paternal choices shape a child’s lifelong health
Research from Texas A&M shows that a father's health before conception significantly affects his child's lifelong health outcomes, challenging decades of focus solely on maternal health.
TAB in D.C.: Texas Business Leading Where It Matters
The Texas Association of Business (TAB) returned to Washington, D.C. this week with a clear purpose: ensuring federal policymakers understand what Texas employers need to remain competitive and economically strong. As the Texas State Chamber of Commerce and the premier business organization in the state, TAB represents employers who are actively building, hiring, exporting, and…
Norovirus outbreak forces North Texas middle school to close on Friday
Legendary Texas BBQ restaurant in spotlight as RFK Jr touts 'real food' on health tour
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited an iconic Texas BBQ joint, announcing nutrition changes for medical schools and military bases during the trip that included Austin.
Women’s basketball weekend TV guide: Arizona State vs Texas Tech is must-watch
Arizona State has the chance to get an NCAA Tournament resume-boosting win on Sunday when it travels to Texas Tech in a must-watch Big 12 game.
Is There Room in the GOP for John Cornyn?
The four-term Texan is testing whether a traditional Republican still has a place in a party reshaped by Donald Trump.
Rep. Crockett responds to critics who say she can’t flip TX blue I high-stakes Texas Senate race
Trump heads to Texas, where 3 friends are battling it out in the Senate Republican primary
President Donald Trump heads to Texas on Friday, his first trip after his State of the Union address