Dallas, TX news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
In Dallas, TX on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Early voting shatters records in Dallas, Harris counties. Also: A Dallas federal judge is under investigation by committee for alleged mental condition and abandoning job duties; Texas shed 19,000 jobs in September; employment growth dropped below long-term average, Dallas Fed reports. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 82°F and light winds.
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- Dallas and Harris counties shattered early voting records, signaling strong turnout for the 2026 midterm election.Houston Chronicle ·
- A Dallas federal judge is under investigation by committee for alleged mental condition and abandoning job duties.KERA News Breakthroughs ·
- Texas shed 19,000 jobs in September; employment growth dropped below long-term average, Dallas Fed reports.FOX 7 Austin ·
News & local government
- Dallas ISD will pay $1 million settlement regarding past handling of misconduct allegations.Texas Scorecard ·
Safety & emergencies
- Van Zandt County residents grapple with tragedies that killed six people overnight; ongoing investigation.Dallas News ·
Sports
- Four Dallas Mavericks players ruled out of season opener against Houston Rockets.Sports Illustrated ·
Community & volunteering
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