Amazon hiring more than 5,100 employees in Houston area
Amazon has announced they are hiring 250,000 employees across the U.S. for the holiday season in various roles. More than 5,100 employees will be hired in the Houston area.
Texas man dies after eating raw oysters from restaurant, officials issue warning
A man has died from a bacterial infection after eating raw oysters in Galveston. Local health authorities are now investigating his death and the batch of oysters from the restaurant he visited on the island.
Galveston ranks among top snowbird retirement destinations in the U.S.
Galveston has emerged as a prime retirement destination, particularly for "snowbirds" seeking a well-rounded lifestyle split between two distinct seasons.
Galveston crowds: Beachgoers enjoying 'unofficial end of summer' for Labor Day
Thousands flocked to Galveston to enjoy the final day of the Labor Day weekend.
Galveston: Authorities identify victims killed during weekend house party
Galveston authorities have identified two men who were killed at a weekend house party on the island.
Galveston Beach Patrol issues red flag alert for Labor Day
As people head to Galveston to enjoy the beach on Labor Day, Galveston Beach Patrol has issued a red flag as the water becomes rougher.
Galveston house party shooting leaves 2 dead, more injured
Galveston police say two people were killed and others were injured during a shooting at a house party overnight.
Remembering terror to help spread school safety awareness
With school starting up across the area, one topic on the mind of a lot of parents is school safety.
Galveston crash: Driver fleeing from hit-and-run crash, causes major collision in front of Pleasure Pier
A driver said to be attempting to flee a hit-and-run crash caused a major crash in front of Pleasure Pier on Monday evening.
Galveston County: La Marque police make arrest in 2017 capital murder case
U.S. Marshals and La Marque police have made an arrest in a capital murder case. 34-year-old Michael Julien is in custody and facing charges connected to the December 2017 death of Charleston Harris.
Galveston County crime: Alvin-area coach charged after child pornography was found in a home
One Alvin-area coach is facing several charges after child pornography was found inside a home.
Galveston police K-9 Officer Jorka Survives life-threatening altercation with suspect
K-9 Officer Jorka gets injuried in the line of duty and has fully recovered.
How to protect your home and furniture from flood damage
Ways to limit flood damage to your home and furnishings.
Hundreds of sharks gathering in the Gulf of Mexico near Texas explained
A mesmerizing spectacle unfolded when a massive school of sharks swimming together in the Gulf of Mexico near Texas was posted on Tiktok and Facebook garnering millions of views and shares.
Vision Galveston, CenterPoint providing free home energy efficiency updates
Non-profit Vision Galveston and CenterPoint Energy have teamed up, offering free upgrades to make Galveston homes more energy efficient.
Jo Ann Sendejas: Galveston County investigate more than 20-year-old cold case
Galveston County is asking for help to solve the cold case of Jo Ann Sendejas who was last seen on Christmas Eve in 1999.
Houston events & things to do this weekend, Aug. 11 to 13: Horror Film Fest; Air, Car & Boat Show
It's an exciting weekend across the Houston area with summer fun for everyone!
Galveston residents, businesses asked to voluntarily conserve water
With the extreme heat and drought conditions, the City of Galveston is asking residents to voluntarily conserve water to help the city's water supply.
Houston family suing after father, husband killed in golf cart crash
The family of the man killed in a golf cart crash with two others on Sunday are suing the alleged drunk driver who caused who drove into the vehicle in Cypress.
FEMA urges homeowners to check flood coverage after some dropped policies
FEMA says flood insurance purchased now could be in place for peak hurricane season.