Mother accused of intentionally dropping infant from Galveston hotel balcony appears in court

Channel Jasmine Yonko, 30, who faces a capital murder charge for tossing her 17-month-old baby off a hotel balcony in Galveston, made her first courtroom appearance on Tuesday.

18-year-old killed in Channelview crash early Sunday morning

The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating a crash that killed an 18-year-old male early Sunday morning.

'Holiday in the Gardens' at Moody Gardens
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Moody Gardens in Galveston is preparing for the winter season with its annual "Holiday in the Gardens." FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik-Faires has a preview of the family friendly event.

5 injured in small explosion in Galveston
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Five workers are in the hospital after a flash fire at a Galveston terminal. FOX 26's Abigail Dye reports on what she's learned form the scene,

Galveston man gets 99 years for murder during 2023 Jeep Weekend

A man has been sentenced to more than 100 years in prison for the murder of his girlfriend during Jeep Weekend in 2023 and driving while intoxicated, says the Galveston County District Attorney.

Resources for home repair help after Hurricane Beryl, May storms

Hurricane Beryl and the May derecho devastated many homes in our area. Many low income households may not have had insurance or have the funds to make repairs, but some programs are stepping up to help.

Lone Star Rally kicks off in Galveston
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FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Faires has more on what you can expect if you head out to the Lone Star Rally in Galveston this weekend.

New details on mother accused of killing daughter
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Court documents reveal new information about the mother accused of dropping her 17-month-old daughter from a Galveston balcony. FOX 26's Jade Flury breaks down what's been learned.

Channel Yonko, charged in death of baby found in Galveston, denied bond

Channel Yonko, 30, appeared in court Thursday morning on a capital murder charge in the death of her daughter, 17-month-old Hannah Yonko.

Baby girl found abandoned on Galveston street dies; mother charged

The mother of a toddler is now charged after a 17-month-old girl was found with severe injuries in a Galveston roadway and died at the hospital Wednesday, officials said.

Galveston police provide update after baby girl found on street passes away
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The Galveston Police Department provided an update after a baby girl was found dead on a Galveston street. However, she later died, officials said.

Medicare changes may help seniors save money, what are they?

Medicare open enrollment is now underway and there is free benefits counseling available to help you select the best plan.

Bomb threat evacuates Galveston Synagogue, no device found

Galveston's B'nai Israel synagogue was evacuated on Monday afternoon after receiving a bomb threat, prompting a police investigation that found no device but left the situation under investigation.

Galveston artist Thomas Ward uses art to inspire after years behind bars

Talking about a problem is certainly one way to address it but here at Fox 26, we are taking it a step further. We're showcasing solutions by highlighting people who are working hard at Breaking The Cycle.

Stray dog rescued by couple after jumping into Bay
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For weeks, Bolivar Peninsula citizens were trying to help a stray dog but no one could get close enough to collar him. Someone finally rescued the dog after he jumped into the bay and started swimming with a dolphin. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires introduces us to the people now caring for him.