10 MS-13 gang members indicted on murder, racketeering charges in Galveston
The murders alleged in the indictment span from 2015 through 2018, with a range of victims and described by investigators as "brutal in nature" and included "multiple acts of mutilation and dismemberment with machetes."
The murders alleged in the indictment span from 2015 through 2018, with a range of victims and described by investigators as "brutal in nature" and included "multiple acts of mutilation and dismemberment with machetes."
Things to do in the Houston area this weekend: August 26 - 28
List of things to do in the Houston area this weekend, August 26 - 28, including Conroe Comic, outdoor movie at Levy Park, National Battle of the Bands, Island Rideout in Galveston, Houston Theater Week, and Houston Restaurant Weeks.
List of things to do in the Houston area this weekend, August 26 - 28, including Conroe Comic, outdoor movie at Levy Park, National Battle of the Bands, Island Rideout in Galveston, Houston Theater Week, and Houston Restaurant Weeks.
14 years after Hurricane Ike, efforts to build the Ike Dike protection barrier move slowly
Nine years before Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Ike struck just east of Galveston Island, causing extensive damage and flooding. The idea of building the so-called Ike Dike, to protect against future storm surge and flooding, has been developing ever since.
Nine years before Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Ike struck just east of Galveston Island, causing extensive damage and flooding. The idea of building the so-called Ike Dike, to protect against future storm surge and flooding, has been developing ever since.
Man missing after trying to rescue daughter near San Luis Pass
A search is underway for a missing man near the San Luis Pass and Galveston Island. Authorities say he was trying to rescue his 3-year-old daughter from the water Sunday evening and hasn't been seen since.
A search is underway for a missing man near the San Luis Pass and Galveston Island. Authorities say he was trying to rescue his 3-year-old daughter from the water Sunday evening and hasn't been seen since.
Galveston police to crack down on drunk driving in new campaign after 5 die in August crashes
The Mayor's office and police chief make plans to keep the roads safer for residents and tourists.
The Mayor's office and police chief make plans to keep the roads safer for residents and tourists.
Deadly Galveston scooter crash: Driver charged with intoxication manslaughter
Galveston police say Yordany Ferrer, 35, ran a stop sign and hit a man on a scooter in the intersection. Ferrer was arrested on a charge of intoxication manslaughter in connection to the deadly crash.
Galveston police say Yordany Ferrer, 35, ran a stop sign and hit a man on a scooter in the intersection. Ferrer was arrested on a charge of intoxication manslaughter in connection to the deadly crash.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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