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Millions of Texans are heading to the polls today for the Nov. 5 general election. Along with the highly anticipated presidential race, voters in Texas will also be deciding on their representation in the U.S. Senate and various statewide...

The Texas Standard for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, brought various stories to light. One of the highlights was the 400-acre wildfire near Bastrop State Park in Central Texas, leading to the voluntary evacuation of around 65 homes in Bastrop...

The Texas Supreme Court recently made a decision regarding an emergency motion filed by the Travis County Republican Party (TCRP). The motion aimed to have election officials at polling sites in Travis County replaced on Election Day due to...

Voters in several states are currently deciding whether to include abortion protections in their state constitutions through ballot referendums. These referendums have gained popularity since the Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade.The states considering adding abortion access to...

As polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day, early voting totals are posted by election officials in Texas. This provides the first glimpse of results to Texans, but the final outcome may take longer to determine. Election officials...