Daily Archives: August 7, 2026

254 Labs poll: Talarico 48, Paxton 45

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

From the inbox: A new 254 Labs poll of the Texas U.S. Senate race, conducted July 15-31 among 1,001 registered voters, weighted to likely voter targets provided by 254 Labs, finds Democratic candidate James Talarico leading Republican Ken Paxton in … Continue reading →

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It looks like Daniel Wong will remain in office for now

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

So says a judge. A Fort Bend County judge said Tuesday that Daniel Wong will continue serving as county judge while a quo warranto lawsuit—a legal proceeding used to determine whether someone has the legal right to hold public office—moves … Continue reading →

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The Houston toad’s recovery

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

How about some good news? I think we could all use a bit of that, and the endangered Houston toad is here to give you some. The Houston toad may no longer live in the city it’s named for. Urban … Continue reading →

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