Houston voters approved Proposition A, a charter amendment that makes enforcement of Class A and Class B misdemeanor marijuana possession the lowest police priority and prohibits Houston police from requesting, executing or participating in no-knock search warrants. Marijuana possession remains illegal under Texas law.
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Austin held elections on November 3, 2026, for City Council seats including District 5. Early results showed incumbent Ryan Alter leading his race against three challengers, though a majority vote or runoff may be required. Districts 1, 3, 5, 8 and 9 had races on the ballot.
Ryan Alter, Austin City Council Member, District 5 incumbent; David Weinberg, District 5 candidate, former Texas League of Conservation Voters leader; Farrah Abraham, District 5 candidate, former reality TV personality and 1 more
After months of public protest, Harlingen city commissioners are reviewing a WaterWorks agreement to supply treated sewer and potable water to a proposed 1,785-acre data center campus. City officials are questioning contract terms including water rates and the agreement's 50-year duration.
$about $1.2 million a year for water supply contract value
Harlingen city commissioners, reviewing contract terms; WaterWorks, water utility providing water under contract; RGV Property Group, data center operator receiving water under contract and 3 more
Hays County voters chose successors to two county commissioners on November 3, 2026. In Precinct 2, Democrat Johnny Flores and Republican Abby Gibson competed to replace Michelle Gutierrez Cohen, who is running for county judge. In Precinct 4, Democrat Angie Unger and Republican Rob McClelland competed for the seat being vacated by Walt Smith after two terms.
Johnny Flores, Democrat candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 2, member of Hays CISD board of trustees; Abby Gibson, Republican candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 2, president of Hays County Republican Women; Rob McClelland, Republican candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 4, Army veteran and Dripping Springs ISD board member and 3 more
Five candidates competed for the El Paso City Council District 8 seat on November 3, 2026. The seat has a four-year term and covers West El Paso, downtown, and parts of South-Central El Paso.
Chris Canales, City Representative, District 8 incumbent seeking second term; Arturo Alluin, Candidate, local businessman; Matthew Guzman, Candidate, local businessman and 2 more
A tract of land in Taylor that was deeded in 1999 with language calling for future park use was later sold for $10 million to a data-center developer. The Texas attorney general is investigating how the property's intended use changed over time.
$$10 for property sale price from Bland family to Texas Parks and Recreation Foundation
Pamela Griffin, Neighbor who grew up next to the property; Bland family, Original property owners; Texas Parks and Recreation Foundation, Property transferee and 5 more
Texarkana, Texas will dedicate a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark marker at City Hall on November 9, recognizing the 101-year-old building's historical and architectural significance.
$$200,000 for bonds for new municipal building
Texas Historical Commission, awarded City Hall the landmark designation; City of Texarkana, hosting the dedication ceremony; C. H. Page & Brother, architectural firm that designed City Hall and 1 more
A proposed international trade bridge called Puerto Verde has become a contested issue in Eagle Pass, Maverick County, ahead of midterm elections. The project has emerged as a campaign issue in the race for Maverick County judge, with supporters citing economic opportunity and opponents raising concerns about location, environmental effects, and taxpayer costs.
Ruben Garibay, Chairman of the Puerto Verde Binational Industrial Complex and Transportation; Sandy Sassano, Maverick County Republican Party Chair; Gerardo "Jerry" Morales, Democratic candidate for Maverick County judge
In the Nov. 3 election, Democrat Zack Dunn defeated incumbent Republican Marc LaHood in Texas House District 121 in San Antonio, the first Democrat to win the Northside seat since 1981. Democrat Kristian Carranza won House District 118, defeating Republican Jorge Borrego. Meanwhile, Republican Pat Curry retained House District 56 in Waco-area McLennan County with 61% of the vote.
$more than $1 million for campaign spending by Texas House GOP in final month before election
Zack Dunn, Democrat, first-time candidate, winner in Texas House District 121; Marc LaHood, Republican state representative, incumbent in Texas House District 121; Kristian Carranza, Democrat, political strategist, winner in Texas House District 118 and 6 more