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President Donald Trump has officially endorsed Attorney General Ken Paxton in the final stretch of the high‑profile Senate runoff against Senator John Cornyn. Adam Schwager looks at what early voting turnout could signal ahead of Election Day and whether the late endorsement is enough to shift momentum in one of the most expensive primaries in U.S. history. While record-breaking spending is driving this Senate runoff, a significant share of campaign funding is coming from outside Texas. Texas Tribune Washington Correspondent Gabby Birenbaum joins us to take a closer look at how national money is influencing races with implications far beyond the state.
Texas is rolling out new warning sirens in vulnerable flood‑prone areas following last year's deadly disasters. Lawmakers say the requirement is aimed at closing gaps in emergency alerts and improving response times. Matt Grant looks closer at the plan that aims to save lives in future flooding events.
A high school student detained by ICE just weeks before graduation has now been ordered released. Investigator Kelly Wiley examines the case, the legal questions surrounding detention and due process, and how it's resonating within the student's school community.
A major power line project is drawing scrutiny as Texas works to meet growing energy demand. Eric Henrikson reports on concerns from landowners and lawmakers about land use and infrastructure expansion, and how the state is navigating the balance between grid reliability and local impact.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.
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President Donald Trump has officially endorsed Attorney General Ken Paxton in the final stretch of the high‑profile Senate runoff against Senator John Cornyn. Adam Schwager looks at what early voting turnout could signal ahead of Election Day and whether the late endorsement is enough to shift momentum in one of the most expensive primaries in U.S. history. While record-breaking spending is driving this Senate runoff, a significant share of campaign funding is coming from outside Texas. Texas Tribune Washington Correspondent Gabby Birenbaum joins us to take a closer look at how national money is influencing races with implications far beyond the state.
Texas is rolling out new warning sirens in vulnerable flood‑prone areas following last year's deadly disasters. Lawmakers say the requirement is aimed at closing gaps in emergency alerts and improving response times. Matt Grant looks closer at the plan that aims to save lives in future flooding events.
A high school student detained by ICE just weeks before graduation has now been ordered released. Investigator Kelly Wiley examines the case, the legal questions surrounding detention and due process, and how it's resonating within the student's school community.
A major power line project is drawing scrutiny as Texas works to meet growing energy demand. Eric Henrikson reports on concerns from landowners and lawmakers about land use and infrastructure expansion, and how the state is navigating the balance between grid reliability and local impact.
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.
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