156 COVID-19 cases in Galveston County linked to church camp outbreak
The Galveston County Health District says 156 county residents have tested positive for COVID-19 in cases linked to an outbreak at a church camp. Twenty samples tested positive for the Delta variant.
Galveston Co. officials warning visitors about flesh eating bacteria that can be deadly
Galveston County Health officials are warning beach-goers about a water-borne bacteria called Vibrio Vulnificus that’s common around this region, after a Katy man passed away recently.
'I made a mistake': Santa Fe mayor blames Facebook post about high school massacre on alcohol
The Santa Fe mayor is apologizing after posting on Facebook about the 2018 deadly high school shooting. He blames his actions on alcohol.
Santa Fe man suffers second-degree burn in garage blaze caused by fireworks
A 3-door wooden garage in Santa Fe, Texas was engulfed in flames after fireworks tossed into a trash can sparked a fire. The homeowner suffered second-degree burns after retrieving his truck from the garage.
Family dog killed in housefire, investigators say improperly disposed of fireworks to blame
A Highlands family is unable to properly celebrate the Fourth of July after investigators say misplaced fireworks took their pet's life.
Cruise passengers sail away from Galveston for the first time in 16 months
The first Carnival cruise to depart from the United States in more than a year left from Galveston Saturday afternoon. All passengers were required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine and/or receive an approved exemption.
Galveston County Health District investigating COVID-19 outbreak at church camp, over 125 people test positive
According to a release, the camp took place late last month outside of Galveston County at a campground rented exclusively by a local church. Over 450 adults and youth in grades six-12 from the area attended.
Medical examiners say 'no evidence of foul play' in Erica Hernandez's death after she was found in her car
Authorities said the Houston mother was reported missing back in April before they found her car in a retention pond while she was still inside.
Fireworks, festivals & parades: Fourth of July events in the Houston area
Need Fourth of July plans? Check out this list of festivals, parades and firework shows around the Houston area this Independence Day weekend.
Son of community pillar in Galveston charged with murder of his mother
The adult son of a long-time bilingual instructor for Galveston ISD was charged in his mother’s death.
Galveston man charged with murdering 61-year-old mother
A 32-year-old Galveston man has been charged with murder and evading arrest in the death of his mother.
Texas Equusearch Founder Tim Miller is out of the hospital, sharing his story
Tim Miller is now recovering and talking about what put him in the hospital last week and thanking everyone who sent well wishes and prayers.
Amazon to open new League City delivery substation in early 2022
In a release, the new delivery station will power Amazon’s last-mile delivery capabilities to speed up deliveries for customers around Galveston County.
Judge dismisses lawsuit from former Santa Fe High student, alleging football practice caused brain damage
A former Santa Fe High Schooler claims that football practice is the cause for permanent brain damage. His parents filed a lawsuit against Santa Fe ISD, but this week, a federal judge from Galveston dismissed the case.
Sending love and well wishes to Tim Miller who's hospitalized with heart problems
Houstonians and people from across the country are showing love for Texas Equusearch Founder Tim Miller who's in the hospital with cardiac issues.
Texas EquuSearch says founder Tim Miller hospitalized for serious health condition
“Please keep Tim, his family, and the amazing medical team in charge of his care, in your thoughts and prayers this week," Texas EquuSearch wrote in a social media post.
The disturbance in the Gulf is causing dangerous rip currents in Galveston
Red warning flags are flying in Galveston warning swimmers of dangerous rip currents.
Texans celebrate that Juneteenth is now a National Holiday!
156 years after it happened and Juneteenth is now a federal holiday.
Labor shortage leaves great opportunities for teens to find work
With students out for the summer, many are in the best position, in a long time, to land a summer job. The post-pandemic labor shortage may be a great opportunity for teens.
Galveston PD asking for help finding man who pistol-whipped, robbed grandmother and grandson at Kroger's
Galveston PD needs your help finding a man, who pistol-whipped and robbed a 72-year-old grandmother along with her grandson at a Kroger's while they were loading groceries.