When it comes to politics, it used to be bad headlines could torpedo a public figure. But today politicians appear to be armored in Teflon— nothing sticks. So scandals are less likely to end a career. Why is that? That shift is the focus of "Scandal: Why Politicians Survive Controversy in a Partisan Era" by University of Houston political scientist Brandon Rottinghaus.

While she didn't win the Texas Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, Rep. Jasmine Crockett dominated the Black vote in the party's primary. Now, political experts say James Talarico must win over Crockett's voters to have a chance in November.

Katy Padilla Stout, the Democratic nominee for the 23rd Congressional District appeared on TPR's "The Source" and addressed the issue of gun safety, affordability, data centers, and defending foster care children.

Katy Padilla Stout is the Democratic nominee for the 23rd Congressional District of Texas. This is a district that Republicans have held and has been considered a safe Red seat. But after current congressman Tony Gonzales dropped out of the race due to a scandal, and the GOP nomination moved to gun rights activist Brandon Herrera, Democrats are sensing an opportunity to flip the district.

The United States and Israel are now at war with Iran. This direct conflict has grown out of decades of simmering hostility but is now erupting, reshaping the Middle East and rattling the global economy. FRONTLINE has produced and is streaming an updated presentation of Remaking the Middle East. From award-winning FRONTLINE filmmakers James Jacoby and Anya Bourg.

Brandon Herrera is the GOP nominee for the 23rd Congressional District of Texas. He is a pro-gun activist and YouTube conservative influencer. He faces Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in the November General Election.

Most, if not all, city council meetings are held downtown City Hall at 100 Military Plaza or city council chambers in the Municipal Plaza Building across the street at 114 W. Commerce Street. A council consideration request filed by District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo is recommending putting more of the city into the city council meeting.

The race for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District is attracting national attention. After a scandal-plagued re-election campaign, Congressman Tony Gonzales has dropped out of the Republican primary runoff, making Brandon Herrera the GOP nominee. And now, Democrat Katy Padilla Stout is trying to take advantage of the shake-up to flip the district.

A San Antonio City Council member is proposing a new internship program for youth that are considered at risk. It would potentially build on an already existing city-wide internship initiative.

Residents and businesses’ demand for water could soon exceed supply. Gov. Greg Abbott said the state could step in if solutions aren’t found.