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Arlington Fire Department searched the schools and found no suspicious devices.

Early voting turnout is running ahead of the past two midterm elections, but participation varies widely across the state.

President Donald Trump is heading back to Texas to support Republican Ken Paxton's U.S. Senate campaign against Democrat James Talarico.

A judge has sided with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa, ordering that Gov. Greg Abbott's office let her inspect unredacted communications with billionaire Elon Musk. Abbott has appealed.

The Amon Carter Museum of American Art, the Kimbell Art Museum, the Meadows Museum and others share their scariest art for the Halloween season.

Texas early voting rate is slightly behind 2018, when Beto O’Rourke challenged Ted Cruz:

Texts and pamphlets purportedly sent out by a Texas transgender advocacy group were soon debunked as fake. But the scheme highlights how hard it can be to stem the flow of incessant political marketing during election season — and to reverse its harmful effects.

Democrats’ chances hinge on finally winning a county that for years has been trending purple.

Dallas paid $800,000 to host the Republican midterm convention in September. That's less than half what it expected to.

Trump and Rubio plan to visit oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude in Texas:

East Dallas native Jesus Chairez has voted in every election since 1972. And living 1,000 miles away has not kept him from keeping a close eye on local elections.

Texas families began receiving money from the state's new billion-dollar private school voucher program this summer, with another round of funding arriving earlier this month. Now, they're discovering just how much they can buy beyond tuition.

Talarico's college years at the University of Texas at Austin included a massive voter registration drive, bruising student government campaigns and political alliances that didn't always survive.

Carolyn Rodriguez was sentenced to 18 months probation last year after found guilty of hindering a meeting by disorderly conduct.

The Denton City Council delayed its vote last week for the Texas Municipal League Region 8 director until Tuesday, after the council received an email leveling allegations against the incumbent, Grandview Mayor Pro Tem Mary Sarver, who’s seeking reelection.

The new owners of the Dickies brand told the arena owners it would no longer be the name of the venue in 2025.

The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders are unionizing. The NFL franchise has agreed to recognize the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association as the collective bargaining representative for one of the most famous cheer squads in professional sports.

Tarrant County saw hours-long lines at some polling locations last week.

Long before he became one of the state's most powerful Republican leaders, Dan Patrick was a broadcaster with a flair for showmanship. Now, the three-term lieutenant governor is facing an unusually competitive reelection bid.

Pro Silver Star filed lawsuit against My Chemical Romance after their Hollywood Bowl show last week.

Jury selection for Yella Beezy trial set to begin Monday:

This week, NTX Now is taking a closer look at how food insecurity impacts the most vulnerable populations, starting with seniors.

The poll, conducted by the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs, found most rural voters believe the U.S. is headed in the right direction, while a majority of Latino voters felt the opposite.

Despite pressure from students and graduates to condemn the remarks as racist, University of Texas officials took a more careful approach.

The Texas Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Dec. 3 over whether or not short-term rentals can be temporarily banned.

Music fans mourning the loss of the East Dallas concert venue question the new owner's novel approach.

North Texas voters share concerns about voting rights, election transparency, voter access and intimidation as they head to the ballot box, calling for fair elections and a chance to be heard.

A KERA reporter updated her registration but still landed on the voter suspense list. Here's what to do if it happens to you.

DART's top leader on the board says he still stands by the decision to hire Nathaniel Ford, setting aside recent controversies.

A family medicine doctor in North Texas explains why the timing is important, and why getting the shot benefits you and the greater community.

The global weather pattern is expected to bring cooler and wetter conditions across Texas.

Owners for the storied live music venue announced their plans Friday.

The festival isn't planning to return in the way festival goers know it now, as major construction is set to take place on Magnolia Ave. in Fort Worth for the foreseeable future.

The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas said the former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD teacher lied to investigators during interviews about alleged inappropriate messages to students.

Shandra Carter's sudden departure comes weeks after KERA and The Texas Newsroom revealed the disturbing effects of an unprecedented lockdown across the agency's facilities.

Keith Cerny, president and CEO of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra will leave in January to lead an arts organization that has not been disclosed.

Dallas Police Association President Sean Pease said spokesperson Allison Hudson is reportedly under investigation for impersonating a public servant, which is a felony.

A Mid-Cities nonprofit group offers medical care to feral cats, helping communities in the process:

The young-ish right-wing Republican has rapidly gone from freshman lawmaker to one of Trump’s top attack dogs.

Rural Republicans have long undercut Democrats’ gains in cities and suburbs. Will enough defect to make a difference this fall?

If you're planning to fly this holiday season, be prepared to pay more than you did last year. The price of jet fuel — one of airlines' biggest expenses — is close to an all-time high in the U.S.

Emilio Andrade Covarrubias will be laid to rest not far from the Dallas home he lived in with his family for decades. The Mexican government is calling for an "exhaustive" investigation into his death at the Rio Grande Processing Center.

Richardson ISD distances itself from campaign mailer featuring superintendent’s photo:

Daniel Pullin’s resignation was effective immediately. The college’s board of trustees tapped Victor Boschini Jr. as TCU’s new chancellor.

Federal prosecutors said rapper Pooh Shiesty had to be put in solitary confinement after three inmates broke into his area trying to get an autograph.

The grant approved by county commissioners will go toward installing backup generators to two Tarrant County buildings.

The Lake Worth Monster hasn't been spotted since 1969. Why is he still so popular?

With around 2.1 million fairgoers in attendance over 24 days, the State Fair of Texas wrapped up its 2026 season and is already looking ahead to next fall.

At least two North Texas congressional districts lost their incumbents after being redrawn in 2025.

The Esperanza Community Center at Dobie brings together several resource providers under one roof.