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Audio: The Fights and Flights Behind the New Texas Space Race

More than half a century after NASA came to Houston to pursue human spaceflight, Texas is again home to an emerging space industry. What does that mean for Texans who live near future commercial launch sites?

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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