More than 70 arrests made on Galveston Island, Texas City as spring break officially starts
More than 70 arrests were made on Galveston Island and Texas City on Friday as ‘Senior Skip Day' officially started spring break.
More than 70 arrests were made on Galveston Island and Texas City on Friday as ‘Senior Skip Day' officially started spring break.
Galveston crime: Channel Yonko sentenced to life behind bars in connection to the death of her child
Channel Yonko was sentenced to life behind bars Friday after being found guilty of capital murder in the death of her daughter,17-month-old Hannah Yonko.
Channel Yonko was sentenced to life behind bars Friday after being found guilty of capital murder in the death of her daughter,17-month-old Hannah Yonko.
Galveston beach points closed due to 'large crowds of young people,' 'heavy traffic'
Galveston Police have closed off nine beach access points in the far west.
Galveston Police have closed off nine beach access points in the far west.
Channelview residents raise concerns about chemical barges, cancer rates at San Jacinto River town hall
Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.
Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.
Six arrested in $2.8M Texas 'gold bar' scam targeting elderly victims
Six individuals were arrested in connection with an organized "gold bar" scam that defrauded elderly Texans of approximately $2.8 million by posing as federal agents.
Six individuals were arrested in connection with an organized "gold bar" scam that defrauded elderly Texans of approximately $2.8 million by posing as federal agents.
Fire at East Houston Plant extinguished, no injuries reported
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks
Mark Henry wins Republican primary for Galveston County judge
Incumbent Mark Henry won the Republican primary for Galveston County judge, according to unofficial election results.
Incumbent Mark Henry won the Republican primary for Galveston County judge, according to unofficial election results.
LIVE 2026 Houston election results for Texas Republican, Democratic primary
Live election results for Houston-area counties Democratic and Republican primaries on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Live election results for Houston-area counties Democratic and Republican primaries on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
2-year-old hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in East Harris County
Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.
Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.
Hitchcock gambling bust: Timeline of investigation that led to arrest of mayor, 32 others
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.
Hitchcock mayor arrested on charge of engaging in organized criminal activity
Christopher Armacost, who serves as Hitchcock mayor and assistant superintendent of Hitchcock ISD, was arrested Wednesday night, records show.
Christopher Armacost, who serves as Hitchcock mayor and assistant superintendent of Hitchcock ISD, was arrested Wednesday night, records show.
20 Hitchcock locations hit with warrants for gambling investigation
Officials say illegal gambling establishments and the City of Hitchcock are included in the warrants.
Officials say illegal gambling establishments and the City of Hitchcock are included in the warrants.
Suspect involved in San Leon standoff surrenders
A standoff involving a suspect in San Leon has ended peacefully after an almost seven-hour standoff.
A standoff involving a suspect in San Leon has ended peacefully after an almost seven-hour standoff.
Alleged serial sexual offender arrested in Galveston for kidnapping of juvenile
Galveston officials say they arrested Graham Michael Dunn for the aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a juvenile.
Galveston officials say they arrested Graham Michael Dunn for the aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a juvenile.
Galveston road closures this weekend for Mardi Gras
Galveston's Mardi Gras celebrations run from Friday, Feb. 6, through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Galveston's Mardi Gras celebrations run from Friday, Feb. 6, through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Houston-area program expanding to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships
The Houston Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades Council is expanding its MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships as billions of dollars worth of construction projects are set for the Houston-area.
The Houston Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades Council is expanding its MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships as billions of dollars worth of construction projects are set for the Houston-area.
Texas man escalates lawsuit against California doctor over mailed abortion pills
A Galveston County man has escalated his federal lawsuit against a California doctor by adding allegations of a second abortion and challenging California protection laws under a new Texas civil statute.
A Galveston County man has escalated his federal lawsuit against a California doctor by adding allegations of a second abortion and challenging California protection laws under a new Texas civil statute.
Channelview fire believed to be source of 'strong odor' reported across Houston
Houston Fire officials say they're aware of reports of a strong smell across the city.
Houston Fire officials say they're aware of reports of a strong smell across the city.
La Marque police investigating early morning homicide
A man was killed in a shooting in La Marque early Saturday morning, authorities said.
A man was killed in a shooting in La Marque early Saturday morning, authorities said.