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Eight months after the death of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner , his constituents in Houston finally have the chance to select his successor.

A special election for the right to complete Turner’s term in Texas’ 18th Congressional District is among the key races on the ballot Tuesday, which is Election Day across the state. Sixteen candidates are vying for the seat , which has been held by a Black Democrat for more than 50 years.

Polls are open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday. In Harris County, ballots also include a special election for a Houston City Council seat and elections for several other local municipalities and utility districts.

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