Volunteer firefighter of more than 20 years with Alvin FD passes away
“Charlie was an outstanding firefighter, and friend to so many,” Chief Rex Klesel said in a statement. “One of the most dependable and hardworking individuals I have ever met. He will be sorely missed.”
Houston-area giraffe 'Jacob' in the running for America's Favorite Pet
Jacob the Giraffe from the Bayou Wildlife Zoo in Alvin is a contender for America's Favorite Pet.
“Silence is not the answer," family of man killed at a promoted house party in Alvin demanding justice
The Brazoria County Sheriff's Office is asking the public's help for information about a homicide after a house party in Alvin ends in a shooting
Alvin-area house party shooting: Investigation continues month after 1 killed, others injured
The Brazoria County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for information after a shooting at an Alvin-area house party that left one person dead and others injured in July.
Brazoria County pizzeria expands, despite inflation and recession concerns
At a time of rising inflation and a possible recession, some businesses may be looking to 'protect' themselves from whatever's coming. But a Brazoria County pizzeria thinks 'now' is the time to grow.
10-year-old shot in the head in Galveston County, authorities investigating
Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trochesset said the shooting happened in the 17700 block of Elizabeth Street in far west Galveston County between Santa Fe and Alvin.
Protesters supporting Alvin H.S. teen with special needs who was allegedly raped in school bathroom
Dozens of protesters were outside Alvin High School Friday evening holding signs and chanting in support of Janie Doe.
Neighbors afraid following deadly house party near Alvin
Neighbors are fearing for their lives after a deadly house party in near Alvin.
1 dead, others injured during shooting at party in Brazoria County
Brazoria County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly party shooting near Alvin, where more than 100 people were believed to be in attendance.
Houston Baptist University offers guaranteed admission for local community college grads
Houston Baptist University signed an agreement that will guarantee admission for local community college graduates into most of their degree programs.
Search underway for man posing as home inspector accused of assaulting elderly woman in Alvin
The victim's daughter tells FOX 26 that her 81-year-old mother was at home alone when a man with a clipboard, posing as a home inspector entered her house before eventually cornering her into a bathroom.
Widow of Alvin ISD principal speaking out against district's plan to name future school after him
The widow of an Alvin ISD principal is speaking out against the district's plan to name a future school after him.
Homeless outreach teams offering help to Houstonians in need ahead of heat advisory
More than 3,000 Houstonians are experiencing homelessness even as the city faces dangerously high temperatures.
Barricaded suspect arrested, charged after shooting in Alvin
The Alvin Police Department says a man with a gunshot wound walked into a police station lobby on Thursday morning, which led them to a suspect barricaded at the scene of the crime.
Teacher reported missing from Alvin makes contact with family
Craig Kettler, a 49-year-old teacher and Alvin resident, was reported missing but has since been in contact with family.
Alvin ISD teacher accused of 'improper relationship' with student
Officials say JoAnn Karel, an Alvin ISD teacher was arrested for what has only been described as an "improper relationship" with a student. An investigation was launched, which ultimately resulted in her resignation.
Suspect in custody after Houston police chase that led to hourslong standoff in Brazoria Co.
A SWAT standoff has ended in Brazoria County after a motorcyclist led authorities on a police chase from the Heights on Thursday.
Alvin man steals $442,000 selling houses that weren't his
An Alvin man faces 40 years in prison for stealing homes and reselling them.