Election results and analysis (Nov. 4, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We devote the entire hour to examining the results of the 2026 midterm election here in Greater Houston and across the nation and discuss how it all might affect our region.
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California voters to decide on Prop 40 billionaire tax
Could California become the first state in the country to enact a billionaire tax? Voters will decide on Proposition 40, which is an effort to fund the state's healthcare system....
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Houston is set for a fantastic fall feel for Wednesday!
Did you know? We’ve started the month of November with three straight high temperatures of 88°. We were one degree shy of record highs Sunday and Monday. Tuesday we did it! We tied the record high from 2016 reaching 88 before the cold front moved through. Dry and cooler Wednesday...
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Democrats projected to take Congress in blue wave fueled by Trump, economy discontent
Democrats will win enough seats in the U.S. House of Representatives to gain control of the lower chamber of Congress from Republicans, ABC projects.
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Gina Hinojosa’s plans for Texas: $1,500 checks, data centers and medicaid
Gina Hinojosa won the Texas governor’s race. Here’s what she promised ENOUGH’s Stephania Jimenez on property taxes, data centers, Medicaid, and school vouchers. Hinojosa sat down with ENOUGH’s Stephania Jimenez to answer questions about her plans for Texas -- from property taxes ...
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Vikki Goodwin defeats Dan Patrick in Texas lieutenant governor race
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick conceded the race in a statement late Tuesday night.
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Democrat Nathan Johnson triumphs in Texas AG race to replace Paxton
Democrat Nathan Johnson won the race for Texas attorney general, riding a blue wave that saw a sweep for Democrats in all the statewide races on the ballot....
government
When was the last time Texas had a Democratic senator?
Tuesday night’s midterm elections were historic for many parts of the country, including here in Texas. State Representative James Talarico, a Democrat, defeated Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to become the next U.S. Senator for the state. RELATED: James Talarico wins Texas U....
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Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed projected to win Michigan Senate race
Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed addressed supporters and claimed victory over Republican Mike Rogers, in his bid to become the first-ever Muslim senator....
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13-year-old boy dies after being stabbed by another teen in northwest Harris County
A 13-year-old boy has died after being stabbed during a fight involving several teens in northwest Harris County Monday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they responded around 8:30 p.m. Nov. 3 to the 3200 block of Bolton Gardens Drive after rec...
safety
Helicopters collide near Mount Everest, killing 1, Nepal Police say
The helicopters were attempting to land at a helipad in the Solukhumbu district.
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Nathan Johnson wins Texas attorney general race, beating Galveston’s Mayes Middleton
Democrat Nathan Johnson has been elected Texas attorney general, defeating Republican Mayes Middleton, according to The Associated Press race call. FULL LIST: Texas general election results for Nov. 3, 2026 The election determines who will succeed Ken Paxton, who chose to run for...
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U.S. District 22 Results: David Valadao faces Randy Villegas in toss-up
Incumbent David Valadao faces Democrat Randy Villegas in one of the most competitive congressional races in the county.