What to know on Election Day in Texas, Tarrant County

After months of waiting, election day is finally here. Candidates have been on the campaign trail for months, Texans have seen their TVs and mailboxes flooded with advertisements, and today Texans will decide who they want to pick as their next elected officials. On the ballot are key statewide races that are being watched across the nation, like the race for U.S. Senate between Between Republican Ken Paxton and And Democrat James Talerico. There's also what's looking to be a competitive governor's race between Republican incumbent Greg Abbott and Democrat Gina Hinojosa. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you get in line by 7 p.m., don't leave. You'll still be allowed to vote as long as you're in line by that time. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram will have updates throughout the night on the most important races in the state, like the contest for governor, U.S. Senate, Tarrant County judge, in Texas legislative and congressional districts impacting folks at home in Tarrant County. Please stay tuned and follow along at star-telegram.com for updates. Pretty soon Texans will know their latest slate of elected officials.