Elections

Scott Braddock analyzes the Texas Democratic Party's recent convention during a conversation that looks ahead to November state elections.

Lubbock is trying to get people more involved in local government. There is another engagement challenge that needs attention: actually getting people to vote in local elections.

As LGBTQ Texans are targeted by Republican lawmakers, some feel called to run for office in an effort to make a difference.

Paxton will face Brownsville native Rochelle Garza in November.

The May 24 runoff features several high-profile contests for statewide offices, including Republican and Democratic runoffs for attorney general and the state’s land commissioner.

Even if you didn't vote in the March primary, you can still vote in the runoff — and your vote might have a bigger impact.

Texas primary runoff day is May 24. The big race for both parties is for Texas attorney general. With a vulnerable Paxton on the November ballot, Democrats see this as a chance to win a key battle in the culture war.

The measures will provide limited property tax relief, but the vote comes after recent tax appraisals gave Texas homeowners sticker shock.

Tray Payne will be the next mayor of Lubbock and will be joined by several new representatives on the city council.