Jon Bonck won the GOP primary runoff for Texas' 38th Congressional District on May 26, 2026, defeating Shelly deZevallos. He will face Democrat Melissa McDonough in the November general election, with the district expected to favor Republicans.
Anthony Odiong, a Roman Catholic priest, is on trial in Waco, Texas, facing charges of second-degree sexual assault involving three female congregants. The jury selection for the trial began on May 26, 2026.
The race for Texas Attorney General has become increasingly competitive, with Representative Chip Roy reporting over $8 million in fundraising. He has also heightened his attacks on opponent Mayes Middleton.
President Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP Senate runoff against Senator John Cornyn, whom Trump has criticized for disloyalty. The runoff is significant for the Republican Party as it could affect their majority in the Senate, with the winner facing Democratic candidate James Talarico in the general election.
A baby was rescued from a vehicle trapped in floodwaters in Beeville, Texas, on Saturday. The incident occurred due to heavy storms that overwhelmed a low-water crossing. Both the baby and the driver were safely rescued, and police warned about the dangers of driving in flood conditions.
Mary Liz Eastland's nursing license has been suspended by the Texas Board of Nursing due to concerns that she poses a threat to public welfare. This action follows her abandonment of duties during a flooding incident at Camp Mystic.
Senator John Cornyn has not committed to supporting Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate runoff election against Democrat James Talarico. Although he has previously stated he would back the Republican ticket, he remains non-committal regarding Paxton.
A neighbor dispute in Kings Colony, Texas, escalated into a shooting incident on Saturday, leading to a lockdown of the area and a large law enforcement response.
Researchers have identified a new species of ancient marine lizard in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which adds to the understanding of prehistoric marine life. The discovery was made by teams from the American Museum of Natural History and the Perot Museum and was announced on May 22, 2026.
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