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JD Vance campaigning at MAGA super PAC event in Michigan with John James, Mike Rogers
Vice President JD Vance is coming back to Michigan Monday at a MAGA super PAC event, a few months ahead of the critical November midterm elections.
New Taylor County elections administrator looks to increase digital presence, prepares for November election
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Dan Murray hit the ground running when he took over as elections administrator for Taylor County on August 1. “We were in Austin, probably my first full week of being in charge; we were in Austin down at the Election Law Seminar that the Secretary of ...
Trump says he will report Meet the Press host Kristen Welker to the FCC over remarks
Presidentn Trump said Sunday that NBC News' "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker will be reported to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Iceland voters rejects a referendum on reopening negotiations for EU membership
Voters in Iceland chose not to reopen negotiations to rejoin the European Union, according to their national broadcaster.
Passenger boat capsizes en route from Northern Cyprus to Turkey, rescue underway
A passenger boat capsized as it headed from Northern Cyprus to Turkey, prompting a rescue operation. There were nearly 300 people on board.
Abilene Open Chess Tournament draws players of all ages to ACU
The chessboard became a meeting place for players across generations on Saturday morning.
US military sinks alleged drug-trafficking 'floating refueling station': SOUTHCOM
U.S. forces boarded and later sank a boat in the Eastern Pacific that served as "a floating refueling station" for drug-trafficking operations, SOUTHCOM said....
Stamford Mayor James Decker resigns amid federal wire fraud case
Stamford Mayor James M. Decker resigned effective immediately Friday,
Trump wants his voters to show up for the midterms. Will they?
President Donald Trump is asking voters to pretend he is on the ballot this fall when they vote in the midterm elections in hopes of spurring more turnout....
VOTE: Do you think the Iran war will last another 6 months?
Do you think the Iran war will last another 6 months?
Battle for young voters intensifies ahead of midterms, TPUSA shares strategy
With the November midterms approaching, the battle to attract young voters is intensifying.
New voter restrictions on the ballot and in the spotlight ahead of midterms
Who can vote, and how they vote is on the ballot this November, with 11 states asking whether to add new restrictions to the voting process.
Wyoming GOP governor asks state AG to probe 'aggressive' DOJ election monitors
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon (R) said that he has asked his state's attorney general to probe the "aggressive" DOJ election monitors who observed the primaries....
VOTE: Should proof of citizenship be required to vote?
Should proof of citizenship be required to vote?
USPS issues ballot-tracking rule ahead of midterms as court fights leave rollout unclear
With the Nov. 3 midterm elections approachingh, millions of ballots are expected to move through the mail as the U.S. Postal Service prepares to implement a new...
Child Advocacy Center Board
Event date: September 1, 2026 Event Time: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 300 Oak Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes...
New inflation data delivers blow to Republicans campaigning on economic strength
It hasn't been easy for Republicans running in the midterm elections to convince voters that life has gotten more affordable.
Two Dan Sullivans qualify for Alaska's November Senate election, boosting Democrat's odds
The incumbent Republican and a former teacher will appear on the general election ballot, alongside ex-Democratic Representative Mary Peltola.
Hundreds of immigration officers reassigned to voter fraud effort: report
Hundreds of immigration officers have been reassigned to find potential voter fraud, according to a report.
VOTE: Are you concerned that America is becoming more socialist?
Are you concerned that America is becoming more socialist?
Kennedy Center projects $23 million deficit after Trump name change, documents show
The Kennedy Center’s finances deteriorated sharply after trustees voted to add President Donald Trump’s name to the institution.
Young Democrats increasingly pick socialism in fight against economic woes
Gen-Z voters have punished established, capitalist members of the party for the challenging economic and political conditions they've inherited.
VOTE: Should local authorities work with ICE to enforce immigration laws?
Should local authorities work with ICE to enforce immigration laws?
South Carolina voters to pick Senate nominee in runoff for November ballot
Voters in South Carolina plan to definitively decide on a nominee in a special primary runoff to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November ballots....
Supreme Court backs Trump order restricting mail-in voting ahead of midterm elections
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration in a case over President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting on Monday....
The US owes $40 trillion. Fixing it means choices voters don't like
America’s national debt is continuing to balloon with no signs of slowing down as Congress struggles to find solutions to pay for the rising costs of social saf...
Data center backlash grows into election-year fight
Congressional lawmakers of both parties are wary of finding themselves at odds with midterm voters on AI and the facilities powering it.
[Cancelled] City Council Budget Workshop
Event date: August 25, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM - 04:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes Watch Online...
Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities
Event date: September 8, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes Watch on ATN...
Betty Hardwick Center Board of Trustees
Event date: September 1, 2026 Event Time: 05:15 PM - 06:15 PM Location: 2616 South Clack, Suite 150 Abilene, TX 79606 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes...
VOTE: Do you think there is fraud and misuse of funds in government assistance programs?
Do you think there is fraud and misuse of funds in government assistance programs?
Big Country Politics: Taylor County Democratic Party Chair eyes 2026 ‘blue wave’
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – With several high-profile races drawing attention ahead of the 2026 election, Taylor County Democratic Party Chair Sammy Garcia said local issues could play an important role in shaping voter turnout across the Big Country. Garcia said issues affectin...
Trump says he'll spend 'a lot' of $850M MAGA Inc. war chest on midterm elections
President Donald Trump said he plans to spend "a lot" of MAGA Inc.'s money to help Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections.
USPS publishes new rule requiring states to submit voter data before mailing ballots
The U.S. Postal Service published new standards for mail-in and absentee ballots used in federal elections.
Iryna Zarutska's family files wrongful-death lawsuit after her murder on Charlotte train
The family of Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee who was stabbed to death aboard a Charlotte light-rail train, filed a wrongful-death lawsuit....
Michigan Republican Rogers officially launches effort to court Democratic voters
The U.S. Senate candidate is presenting himself as more approachable than Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee.
Stamford mayor pleads not guilty to federal wire fraud charges
Stamford Mayor James Decker pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal wire fraud charges d
VOTE: Will a candidate's position on data centers affect your vote in November?
Will a candidate's position on data centers affect your vote in November?
'You always worry': USS Lincoln returning to families amid stress of long deployment
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier amid concerns of deteriorating morale and welfare aboard the ship deployed in support of the Iran conflict....
Ossoff takes victory lap for viral Trump insinuation: 'The truth hurts'
Sen. Jon Ossoff, the Georgia Democrat running for reelection, is taking a victory lap for his viral insinuation about President Donald Trump’s professional rela...
Texas and Iowa elections become tossups, according to Cook Political Report
The Cook Political Report has predicted that the Senate races in Iowa and Texas to be tossups on Thursday.
Senate hopefuls El-Sayed, Rogers stick to distant attacks without debate stage
The Michigan candidates have been unable to agree to a debate as the November election nears.
Poll: Democrats leading Republicans for control of Congress
Fifty-one percent of Americans told Emerson College this week they'd back Democratic candidates in the midterm elections.
Billy Enriquez Recreation Center selected as finalist for Abilene facility name
The Abilene Parks and Recreation Board has selected Billy Enriquez Recreation Center as the finalist for the name of the recreation center at Arthur Sears Park,...
VOTE: Do you think big tech companies are politically biased?
Do you think big tech companies are politically biased?
Mom gets keyboard tattooed on arm to help her non-verbal autistic son communicate
A Canadian mother got a tattoo of a computer keyboard on her forearm to give her non-verbal autistic son a permanent way to communicate.
Trump announces on Truth Social he will nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to lead FDA
President Trump announced that he will nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to be his new Food and Drug Administration commissioner in a Truth Social post on Wednesday....
'Why risk art that is irreplaceable:' Historians raise concerns about Grand Prix course
Outside the National Gallery of Art, fragile sculptures have been boarded up.
Finalist selected for renaming of north Abilene recreation center
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A finalist has been selected for the renaming of a north Abilene recreation center. The City of Abilene's Parks and Recreation Board met earlier this week to discuss renaming the recreation center at Arthur Sears Park off Ambler Avenue, which opened t...
Trump says he told Rep. Cory Mills to drop out of race before primary loss
Florida GOP Rep. Cory Mills lost his bid for re-election despite an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
California's new rules on replacement car tires get backlash for overregulation
The California Energy Commission approved rules that will not allow the sale of replacement car tires if they don’t meet the state’s standards.
VOTE: Are you concerned about the United States' $40 trillion national debt?
Are you concerned about the United States’ $40 trillion national debt?
Bulldozers go quiet as the fight over Big Bend border construction intensifies
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott met Tuesday with border sheriffs and county judges.
Stock trades emerge as midterm weapon, voters sour on lawmakers’ portfolios
As midterm campaigns heat up, candidates in competitive races are increasingly turning their opponents’ stock trading records into political ammunition....
Alaska Republican's sunny reelection prospects dimmed by tough odds
Senator Dan Sullivan is facing former teacher Dan J. Sullivan and ex-Representative Mary Peltola in Tuesday's primary election.
Stamford Mayor James Michael Decker indicted on five federal wire fraud charges
Stamford Mayor James Michael Decker has been indicted on five federal wire fraud charges.
University of Michigan regents select Vanderbilt provost as 17th university president
The University of Michigan Board of Regents announced its choice for the university's 17th president.
Johnson mocks Jeffries for endorsed Democrats losing to DSA candidates in primaries
House Speaker Mike Johnson mocked House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for his endorsed Democrats losing to candidates linked to the DSA in primary elections....
VOTE: Do social media companies intentionally design their platforms to be addictive?
Do you think social media companies intentionally design their platforms to encourage addictive behavior?