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It’s primary runoff election day in Texas. Here’s what we’re watching.

Texans are heading to the polls Tuesday to make their final selections for which Democrats and Republicans will run for various seats in the November election.

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At Texas GOP convention, Republicans call for spiritual warfare

At the three-day convention, delegates moved the needle further to the right, preaching Christian nationalism and approving rules that would give them unprecedented control of elections.

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Thousands of Texans are falling behind on their energy bills as power demand hits all-time highs

The high demand stems from scorching temperatures in the Lone-Star state during May

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Three months after the Texas’ largest wildfire, Panhandle residents are preparing for the next one

Short of an immediate statewide response, Texans who lost homes and livestock are taking matters into their own hands to better prepare their property for a wildfire.

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Families of Uvalde shooting victims suing gun manufacturer, Instagram, video game company

The lawsuit accuses Daniel Defense, the manufacturer of the shooter’s weapon, of marketing its products to young people.

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Documents detail how Texas’ DEI ban is changing university campuses

In an update to lawmakers, university system leaders expressed worries about how the ban might affect crucial applications for federal funds.

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Texas GOP convention kicks off with party leaders attacking Speaker Dade Phelan

Phelan’s foe Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick urged Republicans to stop giving Democrats a say in the speaker election.

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Uvalde families sue Texas officers

In a separate settlement, the city of Uvalde will pay $2 million to the families

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Federal forecasters predict the highest number of storms ever for 2024 season

Wind changes caused by the La Niña climate pattern and warmer-than-average ocean temperatures are expected to be major drivers to this year’s hurricane season.

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Texans are falling behind on their light bills — especially during extreme heat

One organization helping Texans pay their electric bills said the average household was $1,400 behind.

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At the Races: Don’t call him the next Mitch - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

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The race to uncover bird flu in the Texas Panhandle

Dairy farmers and veterinarians in northern Texas furiously investigated a mysterious illness among cattle before the government got involved. Farm cat deaths were the tip off.

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“The house is on fire”: Texas GOP plots its next chapter amid civil war, depleted staff, funding drops

Under outgoing chair Matt Rinaldi, the party’s donor base has shrunk as it aligns with two far-right megadonors.

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Texas A&M System wants a network of power plants on its land across the state

A new state energy fund will offer low-interest loans to companies that build new power plants.

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Families of Uvalde shooting victims sue Texas DPS officers for waiting to confront gunman

In a separate settlement, the city of Uvalde will pay $2 million to the families, create a permanent memorial to the victims and provide enhanced training for police officers.

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Dade Phelan, House incumbents receive major fundraising boost from casino magnate

Incumbents saw key support from the business community, while hardline conservatives like Tim Dunn also spent heavily.

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Texas’ Republican old guard mobilizes to protect Dade Phelan from the far right

Phelan’s primary has emerged as a last stand for the Republican Party’s business-minded establishment against an insurgency primarily motivated by social and cultural issues.

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At five hour hearing, no one is happy with Texas Medical Board’s proposed abortion guidance

Doctors, lawyers and advocates say the state board’s new guidance still doesn’t clarify when doctors can legally perform abortions.

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The government wants to buy their flood-prone homes. But these Texans aren’t moving.

In Harris County, the flood control district wants to buy properties along the San Jacinto River that have flooded repeatedly. Some residents aren’t leaving.

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Trump, Abbott paint gun rights as imperiled at NRA convention

In their speeches, the former president and the Texas governor described the protection of Second Amendment rights as contingent on Trump’s presidential reelection.

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Austin enacts sweeping reforms to cut down housing costs

City leaders and advocates hope reducing the size of lots used to build homes will increase housing supply.

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Push to enforce occupancy rule in College Station highlights Texas A&M students’ housing woes

The new fines underscore the challenges college students face when looking for affordable housing — and how cities struggle to provide it.

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New $305 million Austin State Hospital unveiled as Texas revamps psychiatric system

The facility has 240 single-person rooms, a basketball gym and outdoor courtyards. It’s part of a $2.5 billion overhaul of the state’s mental health hospital system.

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Texas GOPer reads curriculum and flips

Courtney Gore disavowed the far-right platform she campaigned on. Her defiance has brought her backlash

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Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of state

A state lawmaker and Houston residents urge the Texas Education Agency to investigate whether the state-appointed superintendent improperly sent public funds to out-of-state charter schools.

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