Garland’s unofficial vote backs tax rate, budgeted 30 hires
Garland reported 51% approval in unofficial results, allowing a $0.679900 tax rate to take effect. The adopted budget lists 30 positions across public safety and Animal Services.
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Corpus Christi voters approve industrial water surcharge amendment
Proposition B passed, but the existing industrial-water fee and exemptions will continue during a five-year transition.
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Juvenile Suspect in Arlington Killing Arrested in South Dakota
A juvenile wanted in connection with an Arlington fatal shooting was arrested in Aberdeen, South Dakota, and was being held there as of Nov. 4.
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Michael Cloud defeats Tanya Lloyd in Texas’s 27th District
Republican Rep. Michael Cloud defeated Democrat Tanya Lloyd in Texas’s 27th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result keeps the seat in Republican hands.
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Steve Toth defeats Shaun Finnie in Texas’s 2nd Congressional District
Republican Steve Toth defeated Democrat Shaun Finnie in Texas’s 2nd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result keeps the seat in Republican hands.
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Nathan Johnson wins Texas attorney general race, flipping Republican-held office
Democrat Nathan Johnson won the Texas attorney general’s race against Republican Mayes Middleton, flipping the office from Republican control. Middleton conceded, according to KPRC, and The Texas Tribune reported Johnson’s victory.
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2026 election results explained: winners, flips and races still uncalled
Democrats secured control of Congress as House flips spread across the country. See the national balance, winning candidates, parties, states, districts and links to the individual race reports.
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Trever Nehls wins Texas’s 22nd Congressional District
Republican Trever Nehls won Texas’s 22nd Congressional District, defeating Democrat Marquette Greene-Scott, according to Decision Desk HQ. The call keeps the seat in Republican hands.
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Jon Bonck wins Texas’s 38th Congressional District
Republican Jon Bonck defeated Democrat Melissa McDonough in Texas’s 38th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result keeps the seat in Republican hands.
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Lance Gooden wins Texas’s 5th District
Republican Lance Gooden defeated Democrat Chelsey Hockett in Texas’s 5th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result keeps the seat in Republican hands.
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Jace Yarbrough wins Texas’s 32nd District, flipping Democratic seat
Republican Jace Yarbrough defeated Democrat Dan Barrios in Texas’s 32nd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result flips the seat from Democratic control to Republicans.
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Katy Stout defeats Brandon Herrera in Texas’s 23rd District
Democrat Katy Stout defeated Republican Brandon Herrera in Texas’s 23rd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result flips the seat from Republican control to Democrats.
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Bobby Pulido defeats Monica De La Cruz in Texas’s 15th District
Democrat Bobby Pulido defeated Republican Monica De La Cruz in Texas’s 15th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result flips the seat from Republican control to Democrats.
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Gina Hinojosa defeats Greg Abbott in Texas governor race
Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeated Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in Texas, according to an Associated Press call reported by The Washington Post.
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James Talarico wins Texas Senate race, flipping Republican-held seat
Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in Texas’s U.S. Senate race, according to Decision Desk HQ. The result flips the seat from Republican to Democratic control.
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Five hospitalized in critical condition after Laredo crash
Five people were taken to hospitals in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 359 near Oil Patch Road. Reports identified the two hospitals and said the highway was closed during the investigation.
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Italy sweeps De Leon in UIL volleyball playoffs
Italy High School’s Gladiators won all three sets against De Leon, with their winning margin narrowing from seven points to three.
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Killeen IH-14 access-road closures begin Nov. 2 for water repairs
Partial closures are scheduled on IH-14 access roads between Jasper Road and Fort Hood Street for water-line repairs.
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Georgetown authorizes eminent-domain process for Wolf Ranch Parkway
A 5–1 vote lets Georgetown pursue property interests for Wolf Ranch Parkway, but does not transfer possession or set compensation.
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TEXRail extension to Fort Worth Medical District enters construction
Construction has begun on a planned 2.1-mile TEXRail extension to a new Near Southside/Medical District station.
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San Antonio Marathon names Nike partner, adds HiLLdebrand challenge
Nike features and a new segment challenge are planned for the 2026 San Antonio Marathon. Organizers project more than 20,000 weekend participants, a figure that is not directly comparable with 2025’s registration count.
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Houston council approves monthly infrastructure project reports
Houston council approved monthly public updates on specified city infrastructure projects, with separate notices to affected council members.