A Texas bill allowing election judges to carry firearms at polling sites passed the state House on Wednesday. House Bill 1128, introduced by Republican state Representative Carrie Isaac, would grant election judges the right to carry handguns while performing their official duties.

Many candidates backed by conservative groups, particularly in Tarrant County, were defeated, while school bonds found success across Texas.

The author of House Bill 1128 said threats and violence directed toward election workers have increased, putting the security of elections at risk.

Saturday is Election Day in Texas, with mayoral races, council races and bond elections across the state. Here's a look at the results from some of the biggest races in North Texas. Early voting ran from April 22 through April 29. In Dallas County, over 68,000 residents voted early, about 5% of the county's registered voters.

It's Election Day in Texas and voters are heading to the polls to cast their ballots. See real-time local election results when polls close.

“ Will Saturday's elections be the last one in May for Texas? ” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.

Ever think your vote doesn’t count? Candidates and political experts say the May 4 city and school elections in East Texas prove otherwise.

Check back for live results on Central Texas local city, school board elections and results on the Hays CISD $969 million bond.

Many counties and cities in the Lone Star State hold elections in May of odd-numbered years. On May 3, North Texans will cast their votes for local leaders and initiatives. Early voting ends April 29; hours vary by location.

Catholics in Southeast Texas celebrate as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becomes the first American pope, known as Pope Leo XIV.