Black man who police led by rope sues city of Galveston for $1M
A lawsuit filed last week in Galveston County district court on behalf of Donald Neely, 44, alleged the officers’ conduct was “extreme and outrageous,” both physically injuring Neely and causing him emotional distress, news outlets reported, citing the court documents.
Man dies after being found shot inside Channelview mobile home
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a deadly shooting in Channelview on Saturday.
Galveston preparing for effects of Hurricane Delta
Though Hurricane Delta isn't going to hit Galveston directly, the island is preparing for its effects.
Galveston County, City of Galveston officials closely watching Hurricane Delta
Galveston County Judge Mark Henry said Delta has slightly expanded, which means we can expect slightly stronger winds, 30-35 miles per hour.
Murder victim’s family worried they may be targeted next after alleged killer's bond set
A Channelview family is speaking out in fear that they may be targeted by the man who is accused of killing their daughter.
Coast Guard rescues three passengers from vessel on fire near Houston Ship Channel
The Coast Guard says a good Samaritan safely removed the passengers from the vessel, while crews extinguished the fire.
Local doctor joining COVID-19 vaccine trials
Dr. Kirk Koepsel is a podiatrist with a background in bacteriology virology parasitology and epidemiology, but he’s switching to the other side of the needle and enrolling in one late-stage trial to help find a fix.
Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier re-opened Tuesday following TS Beta
Despite the threats of serious damage from Tropical Storm Beta, Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier reopened on Tuesday.
Officials urging Houstonians to stay weather aware this week
Jeff Lindner, a meteorologist with the Harris County Flood Control District, is urging Houstonians to pay close attention to the radars and forecasts starting Sunday night into Wednesday morning, as Tropical Storm Beta continues to move inland towards the Texas coast.
Some coastal residents to ride out Tropical Storm Beta
On Sunday, a storm surge was noticeable in coastal towns near the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters predict a storm surge of up to roughly five feet in some areas.
Galveston College limiting access to campus ahead of Tropical Storm Beta
The shelter-in-place will limit access to and from the campus to essential personnel and student residents.
Police: Man arrested after witnesses reported he jumped from Galveston Causeway Bridge
One man was arrested on Tuesday afternoon after police received reports that he jumped from the Galveston Causeway.
Two people drown within 24 hours on Galveston Island
A deadly holiday weekend on Galveston Island as two people drowned within 24 hours.
