FBI investigates death on Carnival Cruise Ship

The FBI is investigating the death of Euvelester Villarreal Jr., a 48-year-old Texas man, aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship on July 23, 2025, though the cruise line states the review is standard procedure and does not imply suspicious circumstances.

NYC-style pizzeria expanding from original Galveston location

Chef Anthony Russo welcomed FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez into the kitchen to show us how classic NYC style pizza is done.

Police chase ends in Galveston; suspect fatally shot by officials

A suspect is dead after a police chase ended in Galveston and then led to an officer-involved shooting with multiple law enforcement agencies.

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A car chase in Houston ended in a deadly shootout in Galveston involving law enforcement on Wednesday. Authorities from Harris and Galveston counties provided early information that afternoon.

Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis terminated
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According to the Galveston Park Board of Trustees, the decision came after "a series of back-to-back investigations concerning Beach Patrol operations that led to concerns regarding Mr. Davis? leadership of the department."

Fourth of July 2025: What to know if you're celebrating in Greater Houston
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Freedom Over Texas will be the reason for some closures for the Downtown Houston area. Meanwhile, Houston and Harris County officials will be on high-alert for impaired drivers, and those celebrating in Galveston should be prepared for new parking fees.

Bicyclist dead after crash involving 18-wheeler in Channelview

Deputies say the happened on the East Freeway near Market and Dell Dale Streets. This marks the third deadly crash involving cyclists in the Houston area within the last three days.

Bicyclist killed in Channelview crash involving 18-wheeler
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A bicyclist was pronounced dead after a crash on East Freeway on Wednesday. Authorities tell FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann that it's not clear whether the big-rig driver was aware of the crash.

Coast Guard Cutter Reliance holding free tours in Galveston

The crew of the 210-foot Coast Guard Cutter Reliance will make a stop in Galveston on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5.

Man arrested in deadly Galveston shooting near Postoffice Avenue, police say

Early Wednesday, one man died and two others were injured in a Galveston shooting. Another man is believed to be the only suspect in the shooting.

East Harris County: Man missing out of Channelview for nearly three weeks

Jafaris Reese was last seen on June 8 on Pennygent Lane. Anyone with information can call the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers

I-10 East Freeway crash in Channelview leaves man dead

A man is dead after crashing into a truck that was part of a construction crew on the East Freeway late Wednesday night near Channelview, deputies say.

Galveston shooting kills one, injures two
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Police responded to reports of gunshots on Postoffice Avenue just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday.

Galveston shooting: 1 killed, 2 injured near Postoffice Avenue

A man was killed and two others were taken to the hospital after a shooting in Downtown Galveston early Wednesday morning.