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Houston ChronicleFriday, 22 May 2026
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Fort Bend becomes vital in Dems’ runoff
Menefee, Green bring differing styles to race for historic 18th District
The paper examines the strategic geography of a local Democratic primary runoff, highlighting how redistricting has elevated the importance of Fort Bend County voters in deciding the race.
The historic 18th Congressional District is holding a special election runoff after the deaths of two consecutive representatives, with new electoral maps significantly shifting the district's voter base into a neighbouring county.
“differing styles to race for historic 18th District”
“Regional civic and political focus”
NOAA’s hurricane forecast: Below average
Texas still at risk until El Niño fully develops
Presents a cautiously optimistic seasonal weather forecast while clearly noting lingering regional climate risks.
SpaceX’s IPO could boost Texas
New cash might spur more jobs, home sales, startups
Highlights the potential regional economic windfall and job creation resulting from a major local aerospace company going public.
Backlash to Trump’s $1.8B settlement stalls ICE, CBP funding bill
Reports objectively on federal legislative gridlock over border agency funding stemming from a partisan dispute.
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