Julianna Washburn | Houston Public Media

Government / Politics

Texas Supreme Court blocks Galveston County from using new precinct map in November election

Julianna Washburn | Houston Public Media

The 2026 precinct maps were redrawn and approved on June 29 — between the March primary election and the November general election. The Texas Supreme Court now barres the county from using those new boundaries in November.
Environment & Natural Resources

From suburban home to 40-foot sailboat: Why some Texans choose life on the water

Julianna Washburn | Houston Public Media

Sanitation crews that service marinas around Clear Lake, which is located on the Texas coast, estimated that about 140 people currently live on boats full time in the area.