Audio: The Fights and Flights Behind the New Texas Space Race
By Neena Satija, The Texas Tribune and Reveal
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More than half a century after NASA came to Houston to pursue human spaceflight, Texas is again home to an emerging space industry. This time, they’re mostly private ventures. There’s a lot of excitement around these multi-billion dollar investments, but what does it mean for Texans who live near future commercial launch sites? Check out our Starstruck project to learn more.
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