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
Channelview High School student arrested for threatening to 'shoot up' schools
An 18-year-old Channelview ISD student was arrested and charged with a felony after making threats to "shoot up" a school.
Former Galveston officer indicted in relation to alleged pool assault
Former Galveston police officer Jared Rivas has been indicted for allegedly assaulting several people at including teenagers at an apartment pool.
Some homeowners frustrated with insurance delays after Hurricane Beryl
76-year-old homeowner complains mold is growing while she waits for Hurricane Beryl insurance claim decision.
Galveston shooting: Domestic disturbance leads to police shooting suspect in Galveston
A Galveston police officer shot a man on Sunday evening after a chase that followed a domestic disturbance at a public housing complex.
Chaos ensues at Houston school amid threats; multiple districts on alert
A 16-year-old student at Channelview ISD was arrested and charged with felony terroristic threat after allegedly posting on social media, threatening to commit a school shooting.
Inmate dies in Galveston County jail after taser use, family demanding answers
An inmate died in the Galveston County Jail after being tased by deputies, sparking outrage among community activists and prompting calls for an investigation.
Inmate dies at Galveston County Jail after being tased, sheriff says
An investigation is now underway after an inmate died at the Galveston County Jail, according to Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trochesset.
12-year-old Royal Caribbean passenger dies, fell from balcony during return to Galveston
The FBI is reportedly investigating how a child fell as a cruise ship was heading back to Galveston, Texas.