
Harris County Elections Office reports over 306,000 people voted on Tuesday. Election Day totals show Talarico leading Paxton 67 to 29 and Hinojosa 64 to 34.
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by Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune
November 3, 2026

Harris County Elections Office reports over 306,000 people voted on Tuesday. Election Day totals show Talarico leading Paxton 67 to 29 and Hinojosa 64 to 34.
Stephen Simpson is the Houston-region reporter, where he covers the fast-growing city and its surrounding areas. He joined the Texas Tribune in 2023 and previously served as the mental health reporter.... More by Stephen Simpson