Texas might not be a swing state, but many of its races will have major consequences to the national political landscape and on the lives of everyday Texans. It’s here. It’s finally Election Day. Donald Trump is expected to win Texas, according to polls.

Voters in Maryland, Virginia and the District will head to the polls Tuesday to cast ballots in races for Congress and local governments and school boards in addition to the presidential election. With control of the U.

Tuesday is your last opportunity to make your vote count this election. Why it matters: If you think your vote doesn't matter, look at how many times Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Trump have visited this state.

Republican Sen. Ted Cruz, of Texas, sought to fend off an underdog challenge Tuesday from Democratic Rep. Colin Allred in one of the year's most expensive races, which is testing shifts in America's biggest red state and could factor into the fight for U.

Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond. This week, the focus is on election day on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Bruce Thornton scored 20 points, and the Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the 19th-ranked Texas Longhorns 80-72 on Monday night. Micah Parrish added 17 points and six rebounds for the Buckeyes, who led wire-to-wire and shot 55.