Couple rescued by US Coast Guard after falling off jet ski near Kemah
“The jet skiers made two key decisions that helped save their lives: they wore life jackets and a kill switch lanyard,” Petty Officer 2nd Class Allan-Cesar Shields, operations unit controller, Sector Houston-Galveston said in a statement.
Houston events & things to do this weekend, June 9 to 11: Wine & Food Week, Swan Lake, more
Here's a look at some of the events to check out this weekend in the Greater Houston area including Wine & Food Week, the Houston Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, Spider-Verse Collision at Children’s Museum Houston and more.
Natural gas tank explodes, damages business, lands inside Houston-area home
A serene afternoon in Houston's Channelview neighborhood took a harrowing turn when a massive explosion rocked the area, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Some cruise lines overbooking sailings due to high demand
Cruise vacations are so popular this year, some cruise lines are overbooking
Galveston Harbor named Top 50 US cargo gateway
In a remarkable feat, the Galveston harbor witnessed an impressive movement of 12 million tons of cargo throughout 2021, solidifying its position as the 43rd busiest port and waterway in the United States.
Channelview crash on Sheldon Road: Woman possibly hit, killed by 18-wheeler
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a woman was possibly struck by an 18-wheeler in Channelview.
Houston man records large hammerhead shark swimming in shallow water in Galveston County
A new video of a hammerhead shark swimming in the bay off San Luis Pass in Galveston County, TX is gaining millions of views on TikTok. Check it out.
Deadly motorcycle crash in Galveston under investigation, driver hit vehicle
Tragedy strikes in Galveston as a deadly motorcycle crash left the rider dead after witnesses say they were driving at a "high rate of speed."
Go Topless Jeep Weekend 2023: More than 230 arrests made in Galveston County
This year's 'Go Topless Jeep Weekend' is going a lot smoother. The Galveston County Sheriff's Office says it increased police presence to minimize the rowdy behavior on the beaches and neighborhoods close by.
New Carnival cruise ship coming to Galveston port in December
A new Carnival ship, said to be larger than the current ships sailing from Cruise Terminal 25, is set to arrive in the Galveston port and join the Carnival Cruise Line in December.
Man shot to death during apparent road rage on I-45 N
Police are looking into a suspected road rage incident that turned deadly in downtown Houston, where a man was killed.
Alleged shrimp boat bandit arrested in Houston, ran boat aground, damaged 2 others
An arrest was finally made after weeks in the case of the shrimp boat bandit with a 22-year-old being accused.
Galveston ISD Superintendent's resignation accepted, search begins for a new one after his remarks about women
Galveston ISD is now looking for a new superintendent after what some call "offensive" comments.
Galveston ISD Superintendent resigns after controversial comments made
Dr. Jerry Gibson allegedly made sexist comments during a school event where he was quoted as saying, “We need a man to push this through."
