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The hat of Diane Benjamin, Dallas #2021 precinct chair, is visible at a campaign event for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on May 18, 2026, in Dallas.
Julio Cortez
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AP
Texas GOP voters vote in race that could shape future of the party -- and the Senate
Claudia Grisales
Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's reelection. The $100 million fight could have far-reaching implications for the GOP, and party control of the Senate.
Across the Big Bend, anti-wall signs, flyers and messages have popped up in homes and businesses, like this liquor store in Marfa, Texas.
Carlos Morales
In West Texas, an unlikely alliance stands against extending the border wall
Carlos Morales
A growing number of mental health therapists are using AI tools to record sessions, take notes and do administrative tasks.
Fiordaliso
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Getty Images
Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?
Windsor Johnston
Delta Air Lines ramp agent Mike Davis prepares to load passenger luggage on his cart while working at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, on May 13, 2026.
Alyssa Pointer for NPR
Inside ATL: how Delta juggles 100,000 bags a day at the world's busiest airport
Joel Rose
Texas Standard
On Memorial Day, loved ones remember another kind of war casualty: Vets sickened by Agent Orange
The herbicide used during the Vietnam War has sickened or killed hundreds of thousands of veterans — usually years after they served.
Today on Texas Standard: A preview of key races for primary runoff Election Day
This week in Texas music history: Pauline Oliveros’ 21st birthday
A Central Texas fossil discovery is reshaping how scientists view Texas’ Ice Age
‘Cure for Paranoia’ frontman hopes NPR Tiny Desk win helps Texas do better for its artists
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