SpaceX’s Starbase is now an official city

SpaceX’s South Texas rocket facility has officially become the city of Starbase after residents voted 212-6 in favor of incorporation. The newly formed 1.5-square-mile city, largely populated by SpaceX employees, will establish its own government rather than relying on Cameron County. The move coincides with legislative efforts to transfer beach closure authority from the county to Starbase, concerning local environmental groups who fear restricted public access.READ FULL