Pelican Island Bridge hit by barge near Galveston; company responds

The company that owns the barge that hit the Pelican Island Bridge near Galveston on Wednesday morning says the barge broke loose from its tow before drifting into the causeway.

Galveston bridge collapse: Pelican Island Bridge hit by barge

The Pelican Island Bridge was struck by a barge, knocking out power, the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management confirms.

Galveston County woman suing, claims Santa Fe officer's held her face in fire ants

A Houston area woman filed a lawsuit after claiming members of Santa Fe Police Department held her face into a pile of fire ants while she was bitten all over her face and body.

Houston weather: School district closings for May 6

The ongoing rainfall in the Houston-area has led to several school districts to announce closures for Monday, May 6.

Restored Texas oyster reef aims to revitalize Galveston Bay after difficult season

A private reef restoration project in Texas is using recycled oyster shells to revitalize Galveston Bay's struggling oyster population and improve water quality.

Charles Barkley beaches rant receives clapback from Galveston Island

Charles Barkley, the renowned NBA analyst known for his candid commentary, recently took a jab at Galveston Island's beaches during a segment on NBA on TNT.

Drugs found on Jamaica Beach in Galveston, Texas

Galveston police say they noticed a suspicious package that floated up on the beach across from JB RV Park.

Charles Barkley Galveston beaches rant on NBA on TNT show

“We're not even going to send them to Cancun, we gone send them to Galveston with that dirty a** water be washed up on the shore", Barkley said in a laughing matter.