Florida voters choose nominees in crowded race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis
Florida voters decide crowded Republican and Democratic primaries for governor, with Byron Donalds and David Jolly entering Election Day as frontrunners....
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Socialism surge: Democrats face an identity fight ahead of midterms
A new poll showing growing support for socialism among Democratic voters is highlighting an ideological divide inside the party.
Fact Check Team: Are political polls still reliable? Primary misses spark discussion
Recent polling misses in Wisconsin and Michigan are renewing a familiar question heading into the 2026 midterms: How much confidence should voters put in polls?...
VOTE: Do you think President Trump can resolve the war in Iran?
Do you think President Trump can resolve the war in Iran?
Primary preview: FL governor's race likely heading to a Donalds-vs.-Jolly faceoff
Tomorrow is Election Day in Florida, Democrats and Republicans will choose their nominees in statewide primaries.The biggest race on the ballot is for Governor....
Big Country Politics: What Arthur DiBianca wants to change at Texas Railroad Commission
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Arthur DiBianca, the Libertarian candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, said the commission should prioritize constituents’ rights, increase transparency and simplify regulations. DiBianca, a retired programmer who has called Texas home since ...
Data centers emerge as bipartisan flashpoint ahead of 2026 midterm elections
As the 2026 midterm elections enter the final stretch, opposition to data centers is emerging as a rare political issue crossing party lines
Fauci, the Fifth Amendment and Biden’s Pardon: The Contempt Fight Explained
Senate panel votes 8-5 to recommend holding Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked the Fifth Amendment 100+ times.
[Cancelled] Abilene Landmarks Commission
Event date: August 25, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes Watch on ATN...
Judge dismisses Nevada alternate electors case from 2020 presidential election
A Nevada judge has dismissed the case against six GOP alternate electors from the 2020 presidential election.
Federal indictment accuses Stamford mayor of diverting $308,000
Stamford Mayor James Michael Decker has been indicted on five counts of wire fraud, according to federal court documents.
VOTE: Do you think Flock cameras are a threat to your privacy?
Do you think Flock cameras are a threat to your privacy?
Stamford mayor accused of stealing more than $300,000 in federal wire fraud case
STAMFORD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The mayor of Stamford is facing federal wire fraud charges after allegedly using his position to steal more than $300,000 from a community foundation, private estates and a livestock association. James Decker was indicted Wednesday by a federal grand...
Ranger residents raise funds to restore historic Coca-Cola mural after council denial
A century-old piece of Ranger’s downtown history is set to return to a wall — and residents are paying to make it happen after the City Council declined to fund...
Clyde council honors Manns, declares July 7 David and Sylvia Mann Day at meeting
Clyde City Council’s meeting Tuesday night ranged from honoring local civic leaders to weighing a proposed natural gas rate increase that could affect residents...
Abilene MPO Policy Board & Technical Advisory Committee
Event date: August 18, 2026 Event Time: 12:30 PM - 03:30 PM Location: 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Abilene, TX 79606 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes...
White House backed down efforts to get Max Miller to drop reelection bid: Report
Officials at the White House told Ohio Republicans to not keep pressure on GOP Rep. Max Miller to drop his reelection bid, according to reports.Three sources fa...
Abilene Regional Airport could see nearly 150,000 passengers this year
The Abilene Regional Airport is seeing a sharp rise in passenger traffic, with passenger boardings climbing 35% in the first half of 2026.
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Ohio GOP Rep. Max Miller to stay in race amid abuse allegations scandal
Ohio GOP Rep. Max Miller is going to stay in the reelection race amid the abuse allegations against him.