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Democrat Vikki Goodwin has defeated Republican incumbent Dan Patrick in the Texas lieutenant governor race. She will become the first Democrat to hold the office since Bob Bullock left in 1999.

Gov. Greg Abbott conceded to Hinojosa, according to The Texas Tribune. She will become Texas’ first Latina governor and its first Democratic governor since Ann Richards.

Democrat James Talarico has won the Texas U.S. Senate race, defeating Republican Ken Paxton in the November 3, 2026, general election. The victory flips a Republican held Senate seat to Democrats and marks a historic political shift in Texas, where Democrats have not won a statewide election since 1994.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has conceded the November 3, 2026, gubernatorial election to Democrat Gina Hinojosa, ending his bid for a fourth term. Hinojosa's victory ends 32 years of Republican control of the Texas governor's office.

Democrat Frederick Douglass Haynes III has defeated Republican Everett Jackson in the November 3, 2026, election for Texas’ 30th Congressional District. Haynes, the longtime senior pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, will succeed U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, who gave up her congressional seat to run for the U.S. Senate.

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Families are mourning four lives lost during three separate shootings in Deep Ellum early Sunday morning, November 1, 2026, that also left 15 people injured. Kaniesa Scott, 21, was a student at Tarleton State University who dreamed of becoming a math teacher. She had recently earned her associate degree and was working toward her bachelor’s degree. Her family described her as hardworking and dedicated to her education. Her aunt said she loved going to the gym, getting her hair done and wearing makeup. Family members said she had just arrived in Deep Ellum and parked when she was killed. Unique Elise Benjamin, 28, was a certified nursing assistant originally from Chicago. Her best friend, Oshshanae Rose, described her as hardworking, positive and someone who loved dressing up and looking her best. Rose said she was searching for parking to meet Benjamin when the gunfire erupted. She described Benjamin as an innocent bystander. Anthony McCleary, 25, also identified in reports as Anthony Martin and known as Quincy McCleary, was remembered as a caring young man who loved making music, rapping and playing video games. His family said he had recently returned to the DFW area, was focusing on his faith and had been helping feed homeless people. His sister, Ashley Martin, said he was the type of person who would give someone the clothes off his back. Isiah Boling, 20, affectionately known as Zay, was a Mansfield father of two young children, a 2 year old son and a 1 year old daughter. His family described him as a loving father and protector. According to relatives, Boling was celebrating Halloween with his siblings when an altercation involving his sister escalated into gunfire. His mother, Flora Perez, and the mother of his children, Thalia Tracey, remembered his devotion to his family. As loved ones remember their lives, families are demanding answers and justice while Dallas Police continue investigating the shootings that devastated the Deep Ellum community. Sources: WFAA, NBC 5 DFW, CBS Texas and FOX 4.

A night out turns frightening in seconds. Amid reports of gunfire, people check on one another and try to get to safety—but authorities have not verified the claims. #Dallas #BreakingNews

Dallas, TX. Four people were killed and 15 others injured following three separate shootings in Deep Ellum early Sunday morning, November 1, 2026. According to Dallas Police, the shootings occurred around 12:20 a.m. on Elm Street, 1:05 a.m. on Main Street, and 1:35 a.m. on South Crowdus Street. A total of 19 people were confirmed as victims. Several were transported to local hospitals, while others arrived on their own. Police are investigating the shootings, and the suspects remain outstanding according to the department's latest written statement. #DeepEllum #DallasNews #DallasShooting #DFWNews #SmashDaTopic

Three People Killed In One Of Three Overnight Incidents In Deep Ellum A late-night shooting in Deep Ellum left three people dead. Police are investigating what led up to the incident on Crowdus Street near Canton Street in Dallas. #Dallas #DeepEllum

A 21-year-old woman, identified as Amaya Penneywell-Robinson, was shot multiple times and killed Thursday, October 22, 2026, at her boyfriend’s home on Arborwood Drive in Forney. Kaufman County deputies arrested her boyfriend, 20-year-old Calvin Steven Farr, at the scene. He remains in the Kaufman County jail on a murder charge with a $750,000 bond. Amaya’s mother, Tiara Tilley-Davis, said her daughter was studying to become a dental hygienist and was just two weeks away from graduating. She also said she had previously encouraged her daughter to leave the relationship because of concerns about abuse. Source: FOX 4 News and Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office.

⚠️ Viewer Discretion Advised: This video contains strong language that may not be suitable for all audiences. Former Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant was issued an assault citation following a road rage and traffic altercation in Southlake, Texas. The incident occurred in a retail parking lot on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

A 3-year-old dominated a youth soccer game so thoroughly that the league asked his family to leave—and police were called. When competition gets this absurd, it’s time to rethink the rules. Source: Nevada #YouthSports #Soccer

A stolen Kia crashed into a barrier near the gas pumps at Fuel City in Dallas. The suspects reportedly ran off; whether either was arrested remains unclear. #Dallas #LocalNews

Kayden Johnson, 13, has had his case dismissed in Dallas County Juvenile Court. Family advocate Dr. Candice Matthews says surveillance footage showed no interaction with the child involved. #KaydenJohnson #JusticeForKayden

Traffic is at a standstill near I-45 and I-20 in Dallas. An individual is currently standing atop a vehicle, blocking all lanes. Authorities are on site monitoring the unfolding situation. #Dallas #TrafficUpdate

New surveillance footage reportedly shows no interaction between Kayden Johnson, 13, and the alleged victim. Advocates say jurors unanimously rejected one charge but deadlocked on another, resulting in a mistrial. #KaydenJohnson #JuvenileJustice

The U.S. Air Force has identified Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson, a 15-year military veteran, as the service member who died following a rappelling accident at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, on Saturday, October 17. Patterson was participating in a pregame military demonstration before the UTSA vs. Navy football game when he fell from the stadium rafters. He was rushed to a hospital, where he died from his injuries. Patterson served as a Tactical Air Control Party instructor with the 6th Combat Training Squadron, Detachment 2, at Joint Base San Antonio. The incident remains under investigation. Source: U.S. Air Force / Nellis Air Force Base.

Security Guard, 31, Charged With Murder After Shooting And Killing 20-Year-Old At La Gran Plaza Fort Worth police have arrested 31-year-old security guard Tyron Henton and charged him with murder in the shooting death of 20-year-old Deavyn Holt at La Gran Plaza Mall. Police say Holt was smashing glass display cases at a jewelry kiosk Wednesday evening when Henton opened fire, striking him at least once. Holt ran through the parking lot before collapsing near Seminary Drive, where he died. Henton was arrested Friday, October 16, and charged with first-degree murder. Authorities have not yet explained what led investigators to file the murder charge against the security guard.