Sen. Ted Cruz and challenger Rep. Colin Allred were among those casting ballots on the first day of early voting.

Harris County is paying for 63 out of 88 early polling stations, and 473 out of 612 Election Day-only locations that it plans to run on the big day.

On the first day of early voting in Harris County, enthusiastic voters, including first-timers, are casting their ballots in record numbers as election officials ensure a smooth process amidst common voting myths.