Hitchcock HS employee diagnosed with tuberculosis; possible 120 students, staff exposed
A case of active tuberculosis was confirmed in a staff member at Hitchcock High School leading to an active investigation to contact those possibly exposed.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott congratulates Galveston as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott congratulated Galveston on its designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, highlighting the city's efforts to enhance tourism and support local job creation.
Bird flu case confirmed in Texas City after infected bird found
A case of the bird flu has been confirmed in Texas City by Galveston County officials after they detected the virus in a bird in December.
Harris County Sheriff identifies man killed in Sunday morning Channelview crash
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has identified a man who was killed in a crash early Sunday morning as 39-year-old Jose Montanez.
Galveston police investigate man's death along Seawall Blvd
Galveston police are investigating the death of a man who was found unconscious with apparent head injuries along Seawall Blvd.
Texas won't require vehicle inspections starting Jan. 1, do you still need emissions testing?
While vehicle safety inspections are going away for some Texans, residents in certain counties will still need emissions tests.
Mother accused of intentionally dropping infant from Galveston hotel balcony appears in court
Channel Jasmine Yonko, 30, who faces a capital murder charge for tossing her 17-month-old baby off a hotel balcony in Galveston, made her first courtroom appearance on Tuesday.
18-year-old killed in Channelview crash early Sunday morning
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating a crash that killed an 18-year-old male early Sunday morning.
Galveston flash explosion: 5 injured, including three burn victims near shipping terminal
Galveston law enforcement are at the scene of a small explosion at the Texas International Terminals left five injured, including three with burns.
San Leon man gets 40 years in beating death of girlfriend
A San Leon man will spend 40 years behind bars after a judge sentenced him for the 2021 beating death of his girlfriend.
Galveston County jury sentences Dickinson man to 27 years for murdering best friend over $40
A Galveston County jury has sentenced a man to 27 years behind bars after being found guilty in the 2022 shooting death of Dvonte Sutton.
Galveston murderer comes to Harris County for second murder trial
A Galveston jury convicted 24-year-old Devan Jordon of Capital Murder Monday. The jury deliberated for two and a half hours before finding Jordan guilty for the shooting death of Jeffrey Johnson at his home in League City in June 2021.
Galveston man gets 99 years for murder during 2023 Jeep Weekend
A man has been sentenced to more than 100 years in prison for the murder of his girlfriend during Jeep Weekend in 2023 and driving while intoxicated, says the Galveston County District Attorney.
Galveston County sheriff election results: Jimmy Fullen wins
Jimmy Fullen has been elected as Galveston County Sheriff, as current sheriff Henry A. Trochesset plans to retire after serving since 2013.
Houston Election Day Weather: Wet start expected on Tuesday
Mother Nature could add some extra hassle to Election Day morning plans across Southeast Texas!
Resources for home repair help after Hurricane Beryl, May storms
Hurricane Beryl and the May derecho devastated many homes in our area. Many low income households may not have had insurance or have the funds to make repairs, but some programs are stepping up to help.
Channel Yonko accused of dropping 17-month-old from Galveston hotel balcony intentionally: court documents
Court documents reveal details surrounding the death of a 17-month-old girl who died after she was found bleeding in a Galveston street.
Channel Yonko, charged in death of baby found in Galveston, denied bond
Channel Yonko, 30, appeared in court Thursday morning on a capital murder charge in the death of her daughter, 17-month-old Hannah Yonko.
Baby girl found abandoned on Galveston street dies; mother charged
The mother of a toddler is now charged after a 17-month-old girl was found with severe injuries in a Galveston roadway and died at the hospital Wednesday, officials said.
Early voting 2024: What you need to know
Early voting begins in Texas on Monday. Here's what you need to know about where to vote, what's on the ballot and what you need to bring.