Texas lawmakers approve plans to redraw voting lines in to boost Republican power in Congress. But Democrats say the battle is not over.  We look at the impact the redistricting map is already having, including how it's shaking up a race for Congress in central Texas.  Plus, Julia Manchester from The Hill explores the tie between redistricting in California and the fight in Texas.

Search for Solutions – Lawmakers get back to work at the State Capitol, working toward ways to prevent future disasters.  Jala Washington reports on public pressure to keep lawmakers focused on flood safety legislation.  Matt Grant looks closer at the first hearing on flood-related bills and the push for accountability.

Backing the Ban – Gov. Abbott vetoed a bill to ban THC products and pushed lawmakers to regulate the products instead.  But there’s a backlash. We examine the looming conflict at the Capitol as senators renews their push for a full ban.

Redistricting Pressure – Pressure from the White House sets up a battle over voting lines in Texas.  Dylan McKim digs deeper into the fight over redistricting and the tactics Democrats could use to fight back.

Joining the Race – When it comes to the race to replace Ken Paxton, Republican candidates have dominated the news.  But now, two Democrats have launched their campaigns.  Our team goes one-on-one with both Nathan Johnson and Joe Jaworski and hear their message to voters in the race for Texas Attorney General.

Redistricting– A rare mid-decade redistricting in Texas after pressure from President Donald Trump. How we got here, the reaction from leaders and the impact it could have on the midterms.

Deadly Flash Flood on the Agenda – After the Independence day flood, the number of people who lost their lives reached triple digits. More than two weeks later people are still searching for missing loved ones. State leaders promised action and on the eve of the special session, some bills have already been filed.

Remembering those Lost in the Flood – The number of victims of this storm keeps rising as search and rescue teams continue their search along the Guadalupe River. Investigator Kelly Wiley and Digital Data Reporter Christopher Adams have been working to collect the names of those who were lost in this tragedy.

Texas Democrats have a familiar face in the race for U.S. Senate, as Colin Allred kicks off his campaign for the seat currently held by John Cornyn.  But some in Allred's party are skeptical about his chances.  Capitol correspondent Adam Schwager interviews Terry Virts, a former astronaut and fighter pilot who's also in the race.  He describes a different path for Democrats as the party aims to end a decades-long losing streak in Texas.

As election season looms larger, there are new developments when it comes to Republican candidates running for statewide office.  But it's not clear which Democrats will take on the biggest statewide races.  Adam Schwager speaks with former congressman Beto O'Rourke, who's been holding town hall events across Texas.  We ask about meetings with other Democrats aiming to run in 2026 and how his plans mesh with theirs. 

 Comptroller Change – Political maneuvering helps now-former State Senator Kelly Hancock on the verge of becoming the state's acting Comptroller.  Adam Schwager speaks with Hancock, as well as the two high-profile Republicans who are vying for votes in next year's race to lead the office.