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Texas Primary Runoffs Put Trump Endorsements and Republican Divisions on Display

Texas voters head to the polls Tuesday in a series of high-profile primary runoff elections that could reshape the state's political future.

International Business Times · May 26

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge Betting Models, Picks: Approach Play at Forefront for Colonial

Following a birdie fest, the PGA Tour stays in Texas for a much sterner test at Colonial and our expert loves some trending younger players.

Sports Illustrated · May 26

Houston Woman Has the Internet Fearing for The Thing Growing Out of Her Yard: ‘You’ve Got 20 Minutes’

Invasive wildlife is never easy to deal with, and some make it into people’s lawns. Recently, TikTok has been buzzing about invasive bamboo and how the plant is a nightmare to get rid of. Abby Farber (@abbyfarber5) from Houston, Texas, showed a clip of a shoot growing out of her…

The Mary Sue · May 26

Who Is Adam Hoffman? Waco Attorney Who Sexually Abused His Son's Best Friend for Three Years and Walked Free in 29 Days

Former Waco attorney Adam Hoffman's early release after a controversial plea deal has sparked political outrage and scrutiny in Texas, highlighting systemic issues in handling sensitive legal cases.

International Business Times UK · May 26

Houston on High Alert as Texas Confirms First West Nile Neuroinvasive Case of 2026 — and Mosquito Season Is Just Getting Started

Texas health officials are sounding an early alarm this mosquito season. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has confirmed the state's first human case of West Nile virus for 2026 — and it's a severe one.

Medical Daily · May 26

'Diamond in the Rough': Texas' Farah O’Keefe Lives Childhood Dream With NCAA Individual Title

Despite being seldom recruited, O’Keefe pulled away with two late birdies to become the third Longhorn to win the NCAA women’s individual championship.

Sports Illustrated · May 26

Texas Senate runoff sees surge of anti-Muslim rhetoric in campaign ads

Runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton features ads and legal disputes targeting Texas Muslims

The Guardian - US · May 26

Projecting Every SEC Starting Quarterback Ahead of the 2026 College Football Season

There are established stars like Gunner Stockton and Arch Manning and unsettled fall camp battles at Alabama, Florida and Tennessee around one of the key conferences.

Sports Illustrated · May 26

‘Cannot and will not remain silent.’: Texas boy SA’d for three years won’t get justice because of the man Trump endorsed

“How do you trust the prosecution to go back to a case that they want to plead out?”

We Got This Covered · May 26

John Cornyn says he’ll back Ken Paxton, who is set to face Democrat James Talarico in Texas Senate race – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · May 26