DarkSky Texas

06/19/2026

Light Trespass Alert: Forney

This glow is coming from over 500 feet away.

One property. Multiple homes negatively affected.

Light travels farther than most people realize.

https://darkskytexas.org/light-trespass-in-texas/

06/18/2026

Light Trespass Alert: Kyle

A resident reported a motion-activated light shining into bedroom windows night after night, disrupting sleep.

Your neighbor’s light shouldn’t light your bedroom.

Report it:

https://darkskytexas.org/light-trespass-in-texas/

06/17/2026

Light Trespass Alert: Lubbock

This wasn’t sunrise.

A supporter reported a parking lot light shining directly into their hotel room all night.

Outdoor lighting should light the ground, not bedrooms.

Report light trespass:

https://darkskytexas.org/light-trespass-in-texas/

06/16/2026

Light Trespass Alert: Fredericksburg

A supporter reported excessive lighting along Highway 16 creating glare and spilling into nearby areas.

Good lighting stays where it’s needed.

Report light trespass:

https://darkskytexas.org/light-trespass-in-texas/

06/15/2026

Light Trespass Alert: Houston

This light doesn’t stop at the property line.

A supporter reported excessive lighting spilling into nearby homes and the night sky.

Report light trespass:

https://darkskytexas.org/light-trespass-in-texas/

05/26/2026

Most people think light pollution is too big to fix.
It’s not.

Real change happens at the local level, one neighborhood, one policy, one conversation at a time.

If you’ve ever thought about making a difference, this is where to start.

Read more and take action.

https://darkskytexas.org/starting-a-dark-sky-movement-in-your-community/

Local advocacy is the frontline defense against light pollution. Grassroots movements across the country have proven that community-based efforts can successfully restore dark skies, one neighborhood at a time. From small towns to urban centers, dedicated residents are reclaiming the night sky and t...

05/25/2026

Not all lighting is good lighting.

Permanent lights may look great, but if they’re unshielded, too bright, or always on, they could be doing serious harm.

Before you switch them on tonight, ask one simple question: Do I really need them?

Find out how to make smarter lighting choices:
https://darkskytexas.org/are-permanent-light-installations-darksky-friendly/

Permanent lights are a growing trend among many homeowners. Permanent lighting installations are year-round LED strips and accent lights installed under eaves, on porches, and around trees that give you full control over lighting your house for every holiday and special event. These lights are offer...

05/24/2026

Can’t sleep because of a neighbor’s bright lights?

You’re not alone, and you’re not stuck with it.

Simple, respectful steps can solve most light trespass issues:

https://darkskytexas.org/neighbor-light-trespass-texas/

It’s 11:30 p.m., and you’re trying to fall asleep, but a harsh white light is shining straight through your bedroom window. Or maybe your backyard, once a peaceful place to unwind, now feels like a stadium because of the nearby floodlights.

05/23/2026

More light doesn’t always mean more safety.

In many cases, it creates glare, shadows, and discomfort instead.

If a neighbor’s lights are affecting you, here’s how to handle it:
https://darkskytexas.org/neighbor-light-trespass-texas/

05/22/2026

That bright light from your neighbor’s house might be affecting more than your sleep.

Light trespass is common, but it’s often fixable without conflict.

Here’s what you can actually do:

https://darkskytexas.org/neighbor-light-trespass-texas/