Gender identity assignment for dual credit students sparks controversy at College of the Mainland
Parents and lawmakers express outrage over a gender identity assignment given to Santa Fe ISD students during a College of the Mainland dual credit course, sparking debate over curriculum content.
Galveston authorities bust location raising birds for cockfighting, 1 person arrested
Authorities in Galveston County seize dozens of birds in a dramatic cockfighting bust, sending shockwaves through the community.
List: Texas STI rate by county
Chlamydia rates have nearly doubled since 2000, while the rate of gonorrhea went up by 50% over the same period. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that syphilis rates are reaching levels last seen in the 1950s. But some regions of the U.S. are seeing higher rates than others.
Shooting at Ol' Mothers Speakeasy in Galveston County; one man killed, one man shot
According to police, one person was killed and one person was wounded in the shooting in the parking lot of Ol Mothers Speakeasy located at 3550 State Highway 146.
Mauricio Reyes: Missing special needs teen from Channelview disappeared weeks ago
Missing special needs teen, Mauricio Reyes, hasn't been seen in two weeks and his family is hoping you can help bring him back home safely.
Galveston incident: 1 person in custody after man was seen reportedly with a gun
A portion of The Strand in Galveston was closed on Wednesday afternoon following an incident involving a man reportedly with a gun.
Galveston fire: Suspect arrested, charged for murder of woman in arson
The suspect believed to have set a Galveston home on fire in an act of arson has been arrested and charged with capital murder after a 55-year-old woman died.
Galveston spring break festivities surge amid increased law enforcement presence
Large crowds grew on Galveston's West End at the dawn of spring break causing an increase in law enforcement's presence on the island.
Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research helps return 12 rescued green sea turtles to Galveston
The Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research in partnership with the Houston zoo released 12 green sea turtles that were rescued during the last hard freeze.
Galveston officer-involved shooting: Suspect dead after alleged assault
A man who allegedly assaulted a tree trimmer in Galveston is dead after being shot by police officers on Saturday morning.
Galveston house fire: Mother dies in suspected arson, three others rescued
According to officials, the arsonist "set fire to the front and back porches" to prevent the people inside from escaping.
Galveston house fire leaves woman dead, arson investigation underway
Galveston home fire is being investigated as possible arson and homicide after woman dies at the hospital, officials report.
Santa Fe High School issues notice regarding threatening e-mail
Santa Fe High School administrators address a recent threatening email with transparent communication, increased security measures, and an ongoing investigation to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Galveston's Wave Season: Big cruise deals, new ships, and terminal upgrades
If you're thinking of taking a cruise, big discounts are rolling in. Plus, there is a tsunami of new ships and terminals coming to the Port of Galveston.
Galveston Amber Alert cancelled for Gabriella Faith Caito
Texas Center For the Missing says the Houston Regional Amber Alert has been canceled for Gabriella Faith Gaito, who was previously reported missing in Galveston.
2024 Primary Election: Texas early voting begins Tuesday; Houston-area polling locations
Early voting for the Texas Primary Election begins February 20, 2024. Here's how to check if you are registered to vote and find polling locations around the Houston area and Southeast Texas.
Former Texas City commissioner guilty of criminally negligent homicide
The former commissioner of Texas City has been found guilty of two counts of criminally negligent homicide for killing a father and son in a 2017 crash in Galveston.
Santa Fe High School alleged shooter's parents have hearing date set for civil lawsuit case
A Galveston County judge has set a hearing date for the civil lawsuit filed against the parents of the accused Santa Fe High School shooter.
Trial begins for former Texas City commissioner accused of manslaughter
Dee Ann Haney is accused of hitting and killing two people on the Galveston Causeway back in 2017.
Brittany Anderson dies in Galveston County Jail, her family is calling it murder
32-year-old Brittany Anderson was arrested on Wednesday, January 31 for Assault of a Public Servant and was found dead in her cell on Thursday, February 1.