Carnival Cruise Line removes pre-cruise testing for vaccinated guests, unvaccinated guests welcome to sail
In a release Friday, the cruise line said they're making it easier for more guests to sail with simplified vaccination and testing guidelines, including no testing for vaccinated guests on sailings less than 16 nights, and eliminating the exemption requests process for unvaccinated guests.
Galveston City Council considering banning all golf cart rentals after 4 killed by drunk driver
A deadly accident that killed four people has prompted Galveston City Council to modify the island's golf cart regulations. One proposal includes banning golf cart rental companies altogether.
Galveston city council now considering stricter restrictions for golf carts
City leaders in Galveston are now considering modifying stricter restrictions for golf carts on the Island. This comes after four people, including two children were killed by a suspected drunk driver.
Galveston golf cart crash victims: Police release names of 2 children, 2 adults
Galveston police say the four people who died when a suspected drunk driver crashed into their golf cart included two adults ages 49 and 25 and two children ages 14 and 4.
2 children, 2 adults killed after suspected drunk driver crashes into golf cart
Two children and two adults tragically lost their lives Saturday night in Galveston after investigators say a suspected drunk driver crashed into their golf cart.
Officials hold press conference after 2 children, 2 adults in golf cart were killed by suspected drunk driver in Galveston
Sgt. Derek Gaspard with the Galveston PD and Mayor Craig Brown held a press conference after two children and two adults were killed by a suspected drunk driver in Galveston.
Galveston golf cart crash: Suspected drunk driver charged after 2 adults, 2 children killed
Two children and two adults tragically lost their lives Saturday night in Galveston after investigators say a suspected drunk driver crashed into their golf cart.
Authorities investigating pellet gun shooting spree, 7 people injured in Galveston
Authorities believe the shooter was a young person and had been driving around with several other teenagers or young adults.
Nearly $2 million awarded to help Galveston improve storm drainage
It will fund a new storm drain system located between 14th and 18th Streets, which would keep flooding further away from private property.
Massive parade held in Santa Fe to support 4-year-old diagnosed with terminal brain cancer
More than 500 vehicles came together in a parade for a 4-year-old boy with just 2-weeks left to live.
Man arrested for stabbing another to death in Galveston: police
Officials said Jefry Alfaro, 20, got into an argument with a man that escalated to the point where he took out a knife and stabbed him to death.
Galveston keeps breaking heat records
Galveston has been crushing heat records left and right this summer.
Hometown Friday Galveston: Texas Tail Distillery
Many don’t realize being made right in Galveston! Texas Tail Distillery stirs up vodka, infused whiskeys, and six flavors of moonshine also called "seawall shine". It also boasts a family-friendly atmosphere with a food truck offering elevated bar food like brisket deviled eggs, pulled pork sliders, and more! 2416 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550
Hometown Friday Galveston: Koop's BBQ Kitchen & Catering
PJ and Tara Head turned their barbecue competition recognition into tasty takes like their popular brisket mac and cheese and bacon jam cheeseburger. After starting with a food truck, they opened their brick and mortar in May. If you get lucky, you may even catch "Deep Fried Brisket" Day! 1011 45th St, Galveston, TX 77550
Hometown Friday Galveston: Texas Tail Distillery
Many don’t realize there are tasty spirits being made right in Galveston! Texas Tail Distillery stirs up vodka, infused whiskeys, and six flavors of moonshine also called "seawall shine". It also boasts a family-friendly atmosphere with a food truck offering elevated bar food like brisket deviled eggs, pulled pork sliders, and more! 2416 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550
Hometown Friday Galveston: Fish Company Taco
Coastal Living magazine named Fish Company Taco one of its Best Seafood Dives in America and wrote that “they are the best fish tacos in the Great State of Texas.” Chef Daya Myers-Hurt uses whole, sustainably-caught seafood from the Gulf and extends her commitment to freshness through house-made additions from the tortillas to the pimiento cheese. Baja, Korean, Vietnamese, the Empire, and Dirty South make up the core taco menu with delicious sides and daily specials to keep guests coming back! 1914 23rd St, Galveston, TX 77550
Hometown Friday Galveston: Koop's BBQ Kitchen & Catering
PJ and Tara Head turned their barbecue competition recognition into tasty takes like their popular brisket mac and cheese and bacon jam cheeseburger. After starting with a food truck, they opened their brick and mortar in May. If you get lucky, you may even catch "deep fried brisket' day! 1011 45th St, Galveston, TX 77550
History of Galveston: From business mecca to the Great Storm, and tourism today
In the mid-19th century, Galveston grew rapidly and became a major immigration point for thousands of Europeans and East Coat investors. It was the largest city in Texas, with the moniker "Gateway to the West".
Galveston Railroad Museum offers overnight stays in vintage rail coaches
The Galveston Railroad Museum has converted two of its rail coaches into bed and breakfasts for guests to rent.
Duck Tour on Galveston Island takes tourists around city, Galveston Bay
The "Duck" is a World War ll era, amphibious vehicle originally designed to transport troops. Today, it has been modified to transport tourists around the city and a quick cruise around Galveston Bay.