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.
Record number of Texans registered to vote in 2024 election
18,623,931 Texans are registered to vote across the state, according to Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson.
Galveston County Marching Thunder Band needs help traveling to NCAT's homecoming
A small community band from LaMarque, Texas, is seeking funds to perform at North Carolina A&T's Homecoming, an opportunity to showcase their talent and inspire the next generation of musicians.
Medicare changes may help seniors save money, what are they?
Medicare open enrollment is now underway and there is free benefits counseling available to help you select the best plan.
Bomb threat evacuates Galveston Synagogue, no device found
Galveston's B'nai Israel synagogue was evacuated on Monday afternoon after receiving a bomb threat, prompting a police investigation that found no device but left the situation under investigation.
Hitchcock man sentenced in torture, murder of special needs stepson found in garbage filled trailer
Timothy Ray Ellis received sentencing by a Galveston County for the murder of his 43-year-old special needs stepson who was found severely abused in a trailer full of garbage.
Galveston Co. bus driver arrested, charged after allegedly assaulting 11-year-old over bag of chips
A Galveston County bus driver is facing charges after being accused of assaulting an 11-year-old student on the bus. The incident has sparked outrage among parents and community members.
Galveston artist Thomas Ward uses art to inspire after years behind bars
Talking about a problem is certainly one way to address it but here at Fox 26, we are taking it a step further. We're showcasing solutions by highlighting people who are working hard at Breaking The Cycle.
Bolivar Peninsula stray dog rescued from Galveston Bay by couple fishing
A stray dog on Bolivar Peninsula was rescued from the bay by boaters after swimming away from the ferry landing, where he was not allowed. The dog, named Bolivar, has since found a new home.
Could new catastrophe insurance help cut homeowners' insurance costs?
Texas homeowners face rising insurance costs, fewer options