Peak hurricane season begins in Texas with warm water temperatures in Gulf of Mexico
The peak time for hurricane season has arrived and Galveston County officials are making sure they're ready if a hurricane forms in the Gulf of Mexico.
The peak time for hurricane season has arrived and Galveston County officials are making sure they're ready if a hurricane forms in the Gulf of Mexico.
Fisherman say they spotted rare, endangered whale off Texas coast
Two boaters said they spotted a rare Rice's whale around 100 miles south of Galveston on Monday.
Two boaters said they spotted a rare Rice's whale around 100 miles south of Galveston on Monday.
Houston events & things to do this weekend, July 28 to 30
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? There's something for everyone – whether you're looking for free activities, a food experience, or something to do with the whole family.
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? There's something for everyone – whether you're looking for free activities, a food experience, or something to do with the whole family.
Texas City crime: 3 arrested for possessing large amounts of marijuana
Three Texas City residents have been arrested for possessing large quantities of cannabis. A Galveston County task force seized more than 240 pounds of marijuana and 7,000 grams of THC during the bust.
Three Texas City residents have been arrested for possessing large quantities of cannabis. A Galveston County task force seized more than 240 pounds of marijuana and 7,000 grams of THC during the bust.
1999 La Marque cold case: Suspect in kidnapping, sexual assault detained by police
More than two decades later, La Marque police have identified a suspect in a 1999 cold case involving aggravated kidnapping, sexual assault, and robbery.
More than two decades later, La Marque police have identified a suspect in a 1999 cold case involving aggravated kidnapping, sexual assault, and robbery.
Galveston County man sentenced to life in prison found dead while on the run
A Galveston County man who was sentenced to life in prison, and was on the run after not showing up to the final day of his trial, was found dead on Tuesday morning.
A Galveston County man who was sentenced to life in prison, and was on the run after not showing up to the final day of his trial, was found dead on Tuesday morning.
Galveston County man wanted after no show in court, sentenced to life for sexual abuse of child
After not appearing in court for the final day of his trial, a Galveston County man is wanted by officials and was sentenced to life in prison for sexual abuse of a child family member.
After not appearing in court for the final day of his trial, a Galveston County man is wanted by officials and was sentenced to life in prison for sexual abuse of a child family member.
High levels of fecal bacteria common in water of Texas beaches, new study suggests
A new study suggests high levels of fecal bacteria are somewhat common in the water at beaches along the Gulf Coast.
A new study suggests high levels of fecal bacteria are somewhat common in the water at beaches along the Gulf Coast.
La Marque: Couple spends life savings for a home, the city calls it a shed, says it has to go
A Houston area couple's dream of becoming first-time homebuyers has turned into a nightmare as they face the possibility of wasting more money than they save.
A Houston area couple's dream of becoming first-time homebuyers has turned into a nightmare as they face the possibility of wasting more money than they save.
4-year-old dies after drowning in Moody Gardens Hotel Pool
Responding officers said witnesses were already trying to perform lifesaving measures on 4-year-old Asher Rayburn after removing them from the pool before emergency crews took over and rushed her to a hospital.
Responding officers said witnesses were already trying to perform lifesaving measures on 4-year-old Asher Rayburn after removing them from the pool before emergency crews took over and rushed her to a hospital.
Rosharon man sexually abused his young girl relative for 6 years, sentenced to 25 years
A Rosharon man is behind bars on Friday for sexually assaulting a young girl he was related to for six years.
A Rosharon man is behind bars on Friday for sexually assaulting a young girl he was related to for six years.
Galveston, Crystal Beach named among most affordable destinations in Texas
Looking for a getaway without having to spend a ton? Why not consider Galveston or any of these other Texas cities, which according to a recent study were named one of the top affordable destinations.
Looking for a getaway without having to spend a ton? Why not consider Galveston or any of these other Texas cities, which according to a recent study were named one of the top affordable destinations.
Houston events this weekend, June 23 to 25: Houston Pride Parade, CONCACAF Gold Cup matches, music festivals
Here are the events happening this weekend, June 23 to June 25, in Houston, including the pride parade, a free Houston Symphony performance, the Summer Fest & Lew Benham Memorial Cook-off in Galveston County and more.
Here are the events happening this weekend, June 23 to June 25, in Houston, including the pride parade, a free Houston Symphony performance, the Summer Fest & Lew Benham Memorial Cook-off in Galveston County and more.
Galveston beachgoers staying 'cool' as excessive heat warning continues in Houston
As Father's Day Weekend approaches, crowds flock to Galveston Island, for some relied from the dangerous heat in Southeast Texas.
As Father's Day Weekend approaches, crowds flock to Galveston Island, for some relied from the dangerous heat in Southeast Texas.
Galveston PD K-9 seriously injured in US Marshals operation said to be 'making great progress'
Great news for Galveston PD K-9 'Jorka' who was seriously injured during an operation with the U.S. Marshals Office.
Great news for Galveston PD K-9 'Jorka' who was seriously injured during an operation with the U.S. Marshals Office.
Crystal Beach Jeep Weekend 2023: 2 men kidnapped, sexual assaulted woman then demanded ransom
Two men have been arrested in connection with a devastating kidnapping and sexual assault that took place during Go Topless Jeep Weekend near Galveston.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a devastating kidnapping and sexual assault that took place during Go Topless Jeep Weekend near Galveston.