Five major takeaways from Texas’ 2026 midterm election results
Democrats dismantled three decades of GOP control in Texas, winning key statewide races, flipping Dallas suburbs and border counties, and blocking House gains.
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Steven Ardary, as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · · 1 min read
Democrats dismantled three decades of GOP control in Texas, winning key statewide races, flipping Dallas suburbs and border counties, and blocking House gains.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — At the urging of President Donald Trump, Republicans in eight states redrew the boundaries of dozens of congressional districts over the past year while angling for an edge that could help them hold onto a slim House majority in a tough midterm election. Ultimat...
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"I want every child growing up in this state to know that no door is closed to them because of who they are, where they come from, or who they love."
KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News · Nov 4, 2026

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Austin police is investigating its 76th fatal crash of the year after a vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian in south Austin on Nov. 1, the department said....
KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News · Nov 4, 2026

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Texas has seen a big "Blue Wave" in major statewide offices, including governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · Nov 4, 2026

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Texas has been a Republican stronghold for decades, up until now. So when was the last time Democrats held major state seats before securing them again Tuesday?...
KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News · Nov 4, 2026

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More than 1,100 chinchillas were rescued from an Ohio breeding facility after federal investigators documented alleged violations of the Animal Welfare Act, including filthy cages....
FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · Nov 4, 2026

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Brad's Plant Based Crunchy Kale and Brad's Veggie Chips Kale products were pulled from store shelves due to the items possibly containing thallium, according to the Food and Drug Administration....
FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · Nov 4, 2026

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Following her victory over Greg Abbott, discover the Texas constitutional timeline for when Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is officially sworn into office.
FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · Nov 4, 2026

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James Talarcio’s victory Tuesday night sent shock waves across Texas and the country as part of a major string of victories for Democrats.
FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News · Nov 4, 2026

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A sweeping Democratic upset in Texas could disrupt Republican efforts to expand local immigration enforcement, putting two key parts of the state's partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under new leadership — and raising questions about the future of millions ...
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Pleasant Wednesday afternoon with plenty of sunshine. A pattern change is on the horizon, with a cold front moving through Thursday into Friday with weekend rain chances. — Meteorologist Tommy House...
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Former Democratic state senator Nathan Johnson is set to become the next Texas attorney general in January, promising a new era of transparency and consumer protection following Ken Paxton's departure from the office....
KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News · Nov 4, 2026