News · TX
Oak View Group Sues Dallas Over Fair Park Contract
Elections and votingFair Park’s former private operator seeks more than, alleging Dallas failed to meet funding and other contractual commitments.
The Ballot Texas DeskOct 4, 2026
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The Ballot Texas Desk
Nonpartisan election coverage for Texas
The Ballot Texas Desk tracks who is running in Texas, where each candidate stands on the issues, and the key dates on the ballot. Every story is sourced to public records: FEC filings, Open States, Congress.gov, and state election offices. The desk does not endorse candidates or parties.
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Candidate profile · TX
Candidate profile: Michael Swanson
Elections and votingMichael Swanson is a Democrat in Texas’ contested U.S. Senate general election on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 29, 2026
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Houston City Council passes campaign finance ordinance
Elections and votingThe council approved a municipal campaign finance measure that is not tied to a specific election, race or candidate.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 27, 2026
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Abbott proposes student screen-time limits in Texas schools
EducationGov. Greg Abbott is calling for limits on student screen time in Texas schools, raising questions about scope, exceptions and implementation.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 24, 2026
Candidate profile · TX
Candidate profile: Andrew Kyle Trakas
Elections and votingAndrew Kyle Trakas is a Republican candidate in Texas’ contested 2026 U.S. Senate race.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 23, 2026
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Texas Pauses New Data Center Permits for Audit
Elections and votingTexas has halted new data center permits while an audit reviews the permitting process.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 23, 2026
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Cornyn says he will not vote for Bo French
Elections and votingJohn Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 20, 2026
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Houston-area postpartum center agrees to cease operations
Elections and votingKen Paxton said De'Ai Postpartum Care Center agreed to end operations permanently after Texas sued the Houston-area business.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 20, 2026
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North Texas schools begin setting rules for AI use
EducationEducators in North Texas are developing school rules for artificial intelligence while considering its potential benefits and risks.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 17, 2026
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Texas federal charges tie into noncitizen voting focus
Elections and votingFederal charges announced in Texas come amid Trump’s broader attention to noncitizen voting, but they are not tied to a specific election or race.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 16, 2026
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SpaceX sues Texas AG, Grimes County over records requests
Elections and votingSpaceX has taken the Texas attorney general and Grimes County to court in a dispute involving public records requests.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 14, 2026
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Texas court blocks Galveston County maps for November
Elections and votingThe Texas Supreme Court ruled that Galveston County’s new district maps cannot be used for the November election.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 13, 2026
Candidate profile · TX
Terry Virts candidate profile for Texas U.S. Senate
Elections and votingTerry Virts is a Democrat in the contested Texas U.S. Senate race connected to the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 7, 2026
Candidate profile · TX
Candidate profile: Ronald JR Evans for U.S. Senate
Elections and votingIndependent Ronald JR Evans is running for U.S. Senate in Texas in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 5, 2026
Candidate profile · TX
Candidate profile: John Sen Cornyn
Elections and votingJohn Sen Cornyn is the Republican incumbent in Texas’ contested U.S. Senate general election on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 3, 2026
Candidate profile · TX
Candidate profile: Anna Bender
Elections and votingAnna Bender is a Republican candidate in Texas’ contested 2026 election for the U.S. Senate.
The Ballot Texas DeskAug 28, 2026