Texas Politics

Follow the Money: Who Is Funding James Talarico and Ken Paxton in Texas’ 2026 Senate Race?

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The Katy News | October 21, 2026 From billionaires and business leaders to political organizations and ordinary Americans, millions of dollars are shaping the 2026 Texas Senate election. Federal records reveal who is contributing and where the money is going. […]

Katy and Fulshear Local Government: Who Represents You, When to Contact Them and How Local Politics Works

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For residents of Katy, Fulshear and the surrounding communities, knowing which government office handles a particular problem can save time and help residents make their voices heard. Local government affects many of the issues people encounter every day — roads, […]

2026 House Incumbent Primary Losses: Full List and the Issues Driving the Political Shake-Up

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By: Staff Editor Updated August 8, 2026 ————————————————————————————————————- As of Aug. 8, 2026, nine sitting U.S. House members—six Democrats and three Republicans—have formally lost renomination. A tenth, former Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales, is included by some analysts because he withdrew […]

Former Fort Bend County Judge KP George Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail, 5 Years Probation

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — Former Fort Bend County Judge KP George was sentenced Tuesday to 180 days in county jail, five years of probation, and a $5,000 fine following his conviction on felony money laundering charges. The court also […]