Spring Break business starts slow on Galveston’s Strand after overnight flooding

Several business owners told FOX 26 the rain and flooding created challenges early Sunday, keeping some employees from getting to work and delaying the usual flow of tourists and customers.

League City man arrested on child pornography charges following cyber tip

A 33-year-old League City man has been arrested on child pornography charges following an investigation sparked by a national cyber tip, authorities said Saturday.

Channelview residents raise concerns about chemical barges, cancer rates at San Jacinto River town hall

Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.

Six arrested in $2.8M Texas 'gold bar' scam targeting elderly victims

Six individuals were arrested in connection with an organized "gold bar" scam that defrauded elderly Texans of approximately $2.8 million by posing as federal agents.

Fire at East Houston Plant extinguished, no injuries reported

The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks

Mark Henry wins Republican primary for Galveston County judge

Incumbent Mark Henry won the Republican primary for Galveston County judge, according to unofficial election results.

2-year-old hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in East Harris County

Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.

Hitchcock gambling bust: Timeline of investigation that led to arrest of mayor, 32 others

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.

Hitchcock mayor arrested on charge of engaging in organized criminal activity

Christopher Armacost, who serves as Hitchcock mayor and assistant superintendent of Hitchcock ISD, was arrested Wednesday night, records show.