Joseph Rowe
Joseph Rowe is a member of the Texas Regional Digital Content team, reporting on statewide news.
Joseph joined the team in 2025 after spending two years a digital platform manager at The Weather Channel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Originally from Southern California, Joseph completed his high school education in Mansfield, Texas and graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Upon completing his degree in Mass Communications in 2021, Joseph was recognized by the National Association of Collegiate Marketing Association (NACMA) for the best "Digital Video Segment" and best "Multi-platform Branding Campaign" regarding his work with SFA Athletics.
Joseph covers a wide range of topics from crime and safety, political news, sports, and weather.
The latest from Joseph Rowe
3 Texas cities earn spots on World’s Best Cities 2026 list
3 Texas cities have been recognized in the World’s Best Cities 2026 rankings for their strong economy, business presence, and high quality of life.
Children At Risk's Texas school rankings 2024–25: Best schools and top-performing districts revealed
Children At Risk’s 2024–25 Texas School Rankings highlight statewide academic gains, recognize top-performing and high-poverty “Gold Ribbon" campuses, and reveal significant improvement across the region despite years of stagnant school funding.
Royal Caribbean doubles down on Texas; Icon of the Seas leads 3-ship Galveston expansion
Royal Caribbean is dramatically expanding its presence in Texas by announcing that its flagship vessel, the Icon of the Seas, will homeport in Galveston starting in August 2027, joined by two other major ships.
Tesla begins hiring for new $200 million 'Megafactory' near Houston
Tesla has begun hiring for its new $200 million "Megafactory" in Brookshire, Texas, which will produce large-scale Megapack batteries for energy storage and is expected to create at least 1,500 jobs by 2028.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
Texas A&M lands historic No. 3 spot in CFP rankings, remains undefeated
The Texas A&M Aggies have achieved their highest-ever ranking at No. 3 in the College Football Playoff standings, fueled by an 8-0 start and the outstanding performance of Heisman contender QB Marcel Reed.
TSU homecoming to end at 7 P.M. as university announces new safety measures
Texas Southern University is implementing new safety measures for its annual homecoming, including an earlier 7 p.m. curfew on Saturday, October 18, and increased police presence.
Deputy shoots dog to end fatal attack on owner in Bacliff
A Bacliff man was fatally attacked by his two pit bull dogs in his yard Saturday, leading a Galveston County Sheriff's deputy to shoot one of the animals to end the assault.
Authorities seek help locating teen missing since October 3
Pasadena police are requesting the public's assistance to find 18-year-old Angel Daniel Fernandez, who has been missing since October 3rd, with his personal items found near his home.
Humble: Northbound Eastex Freeway was closed off due to fatal wrong-way crash, officials say
The crash was reported on I-69 North near Townsen Boulevard.