Dylan McKim KXAN-AUSTIN
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.@DylMcK14 and I have the coverage for you here and on our live blog: kxan.com/news/texas-pol… Then on @KXAN_News both myself and our amazing investigative team will break down everything for you.
The first special joint committee hearing on the Hill Country flood response and relief is about to begin. Room full of media. There are 17 witnesses testifying between 5 panels.
.@LtGovTX just released the 16 senate priority bills for the special session. Top 3 bill numbers assigned to Hill Country flooding relief and warning systems.

THREAD: Today, I’m launching my campaign to become Texas’s next Attorney General. After years of corruption and abuse of the office, misplaced priorities, and bad management, Texas needs an AG who can meet the present moment – with strength, independence, and a genuine…
State Sen Angela Paxton files for divorce from Attorney General Ken Paxton as he campaigns for a U.S. Senate seat. kxan.com/news/texas-pol…
Today, after 38 years of marriage, I filed for divorce on biblical grounds. I believe marriage is a sacred covenant and I have earnestly pursued reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe that it honors God or is loving to myself, my children, or Ken to…
After facing the pressures of countless political attacks and public scrutiny, Angela and I have decided to start a new chapter in our lives. I could not be any more proud or grateful for the incredible family that God has blessed us with, and I remain committed to supporting…
Latest info from Kerr County: 96 confirmed dead (60 adults, 36 children) 161 still missing including the 6 from Camp Mystic
After the emotional healing, Kerrville also has a long process of rebuilding. Earlier I spoke with the owner of 1011 Bistro, a fine dining restaurant sitting along the Guadalupe. Their dining room was flooded despite being three stories off the ground.
I spoke with a Center Point woman who walked the lake on Saturday. She found three family photos and is trying to get them into the hands of their owner. Let us know if you know who these people are. #kerrunited




This is Center Point, TX, just southeast of Kerrville. An RV park where 9 campers were swept away. Showing you up close what rescue teams or having to search through along the Guadalupe. #kerrunited
Images of our @KXAN_News team during tonight’s 6pm newscast. Proud of the depth they brought to this breaking news coverage and the commitment they’ve shown serving Central Texas during this devastating flood. Our hearts go out to these communities and families this weekend.
Here are the 17 constitutional amendments passed this session that will be on your ballot in November. SOS Jane Nelson randomly drew the proposition numbers for each amendment this morning. Here are the prop number assignments:



.@LtGovTX is going through the SB 3 veto proclamation by @GregAbbott_TX line-by-line, questioning his legal analysis (and whether the legal analysis is the true impetus behind the veto)
.@LtGovTX just said the veto of SB 3 is a signal that @GregAbbott_TX wants to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas.

TONIGHT AT 6: As part of @KXAN_News’ Undocumented project, @DylMcK14 & @schwagerTV take a closer look at legislation focused on immigration in Texas, including one mother’s emotional connection to bail reform. Read and watch the story now online: bit.ly/4mflEyz #txlege
A full house at the Governor’s mansion as @GregAbbott_TX gets ready to sign school choice legislation. I’m told 1,400 people RSVP for the event.
