Galveston County Sheriff's Office arrests suspect in January 2026 fentanyl-related murder
An arrest has been made in connection with a fentanyl-related murder that occurred in January, officials said.
An arrest has been made in connection with a fentanyl-related murder that occurred in January, officials said.
Plane strikes parked aircraft while taxiing at Scholes International Airport in Galveston
The FAA is investigating after one plane struck another while taxiing to a hangar on Tuesday morning, FAA officials said.
The FAA is investigating after one plane struck another while taxiing to a hangar on Tuesday morning, FAA officials said.
Man drives car off Galveston's Seawall into Gulf
The driver was taken to a hospital, and the car has been removed.
The driver was taken to a hospital, and the car has been removed.
Texas judge grants probation in fentanyl-related murder case, sparking outrage from victim’s family
A Galveston County judge’s decision to grant probation instead of prison time in a fentanyl-related murder case is drawing backlash from the victim’s family.
A Galveston County judge’s decision to grant probation instead of prison time in a fentanyl-related murder case is drawing backlash from the victim’s family.
Spring Break business starts slow on Galveston’s Strand after overnight flooding
Several business owners told FOX 26 the rain and flooding created challenges early Sunday, keeping some employees from getting to work and delaying the usual flow of tourists and customers.
Several business owners told FOX 26 the rain and flooding created challenges early Sunday, keeping some employees from getting to work and delaying the usual flow of tourists and customers.
More than 70 arrests made on Galveston Island, Texas City as spring break officially starts
More than 70 arrests were made on Galveston Island and Texas City on Friday as ‘Senior Skip Day' officially started spring break.
More than 70 arrests were made on Galveston Island and Texas City on Friday as ‘Senior Skip Day' officially started spring break.
Galveston beach points closed due to 'large crowds of young people,' 'heavy traffic'
Galveston Police have closed off nine beach access points in the far west.
Galveston Police have closed off nine beach access points in the far west.
Channelview residents raise concerns about chemical barges, cancer rates at San Jacinto River town hall
Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.
Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.
Fire at East Houston Plant extinguished, no injuries reported
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks
2-year-old hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in East Harris County
Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.
Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.
Alleged serial sexual offender arrested in Galveston for kidnapping of juvenile
Galveston officials say they arrested Graham Michael Dunn for the aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a juvenile.
Galveston officials say they arrested Graham Michael Dunn for the aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a juvenile.
Galveston road closures this weekend for Mardi Gras
Galveston's Mardi Gras celebrations run from Friday, Feb. 6, through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Galveston's Mardi Gras celebrations run from Friday, Feb. 6, through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Houston-area program expanding to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships
The Houston Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades Council is expanding its MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships as billions of dollars worth of construction projects are set for the Houston-area.
The Houston Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades Council is expanding its MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships as billions of dollars worth of construction projects are set for the Houston-area.
Channelview fire believed to be source of 'strong odor' reported across Houston
Houston Fire officials say they're aware of reports of a strong smell across the city.
Houston Fire officials say they're aware of reports of a strong smell across the city.
Galveston plane crash: NTSB releases preliminary report following December 2025 plane crash that killed 6
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report following a December 2025 plane crash that killed six people and seriously injured two others in Galveston.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report following a December 2025 plane crash that killed six people and seriously injured two others in Galveston.
Man found dead in Channelview motel room, officials say
Deputies discovered a man dead while serving a warrant for another person at the motel.
Deputies discovered a man dead while serving a warrant for another person at the motel.
Houston winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list
Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.
Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.
Galveston Causeway crash: Driver killed in Monday afternoon crash
All lanes of the Galveston Causeway have been reopened following a deadly crash on Monday afternoon.
All lanes of the Galveston Causeway have been reopened following a deadly crash on Monday afternoon.
The sights and sounds from the MLK Day Unity Parade
For the first time, two competing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades came together to celebrate and honor MLK on Monday. The MLK Day Unity Parade united two parades by the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade after years of separation.
For the first time, two competing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades came together to celebrate and honor MLK on Monday. The MLK Day Unity Parade united two parades by the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade after years of separation.
Man shot, killed by deputies in Channelview, officials say
Authorities are currently on the scene following a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.
Authorities are currently on the scene following a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.