Top Hispanic Republican in Texas says he will vote for Clinton
A leading Hispanic Republican in Texas has decided to vote for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. Full Story
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In some counties, early voting means long lines
Texas election officials generally encourage folks to cast their votes early to avoid long lines on Election Day. Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Protecting Texans' votes
Wide-scale election rigging is extremely unlikely in Texas simply because our state's election process is very decentralized, writes Bexar County Elections Administrator Jacquelyn F. Callanen. Full Story
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The Brief: Early voting begins, and state Democrats are hopeful
Democrats pin hopes on a Donald Trump down-ballot effect to help them in the polls. Full Story
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In Texas, early voting begins in extraordinary election season
On Nov. 8, Texans will finally find out what impact Donald Trump's presidential campaign has had on their reliably Republican state. Full Story
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Analysis: High property taxes start in Austin, not in school districts
State lawmakers complain that local property taxes need to be leashed. But state lawmakers are more responsible for the increases than they let on. Full Story
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Texplainer: What ID do I need to bring to vote?
Hey, Texplainer: When I show up to the polls to vote, do I need my photo ID? Full Story
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Mexico fights illegal immigration on its own southern border
Under pressure from the United States, Mexico has tried to cut down the flow of Central American immigrants passing through on their way to the southern U.S. border. Full Story
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![Rafts made of inflatable tires and wooden slats ferry people and goods across the Suchiate River separating Ciudad Hidalgo, Mexico, and Tecun Uman, Guatemala, with the international bridge connecting the two countries in the background.]()
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Texas voters: Tell us about your experience in the 2016 election
Did you have any trouble voting? What does the 2016 election mean to you? We want to hear from you. Full Story
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Petroleum engineer lifts Libertarian hopes in Railroad Commission race
Mark Miller, a Libertarian running for Railroad Commission, is gaining an unusual amount of attention in a turbulent election cycle, leaving his party hopeful that it can make a splash in a statewide race. Full Story
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Warring ads turn up heat on competitive Dallas County House race
An out-of-district house and a Child Protective Services vote are the topics of competing campaign materials from incumbent Republican Rep. Kenneth Sheets and his opponent, Democrat Victoria Neave. Full Story
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Trump trickle-down could impact education board races
Several Democrats aiming to unseat incumbent Republicans believe the relative unpopularity of the Republican at the top of the ticket, Donald Trump, will help propel them to victory in the Nov. 8 general election. Full Story
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State Rep. Laura Thompson arrested on family assault charge
The Legislature's only independent won a special election in August, and is hoping to retain the House District 120 seat in November. Full Story
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SEC files amended charges against Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Securities and Exchange Commission's Friday decision is the latest blow to Attorney General Ken Paxton, who's been under a legal cloud for more than a year. Full Story
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Texplainer: What are the rules for poll watchers?
Hey Texplainer: I hear that a poll watcher may be lingering nearby while I vote. What does Texas law say they can and cannot do? Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Changing the odds on metastatic breast cancer
As we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we should place special focus on the leading killer among women aged 20-59: metastatic breast cancer, writes Josh Newby of the Theresa Harpole Foundation. Full Story
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How Texas could be undercounting its voting age population
The voting-age population figure being used by the Texas secretary of state's office to calculate registration and turnout percentages may be off the mark. Full Story
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Texas to Russia: Stay out of our polling places
Texas has denied Russian officials’ request to observe the state's voters in their polling places. Full Story
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Child Protective Services chief: We need 550 more caseworkers
“Texas children remain at risk," Department of Family and Protective Services Commissioner Hank Whitman wrote. "This is unacceptable." Full Story
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![Henry "Hank" Whitman, new head of the Texas Dept. of Family and Protective Services and a former Texas Ranger, testifies July 12, 2016 to the House Committee on Human Services about his new vision for the troubled agency.]()
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New in TribTalk: Why this Republican woman is voting Trump
Trump is offensive to those who aren't used to directness and sarcasm, but no one can doubt his love of country, writes Theresa Kosmoski, president of the Texas Federation of Republican Women. Full Story
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