Connor Hilton murder case: Did acne medicine drive the teen to kill? Judge denies defense request
FOX 26 has learned that the judge in the trial against Connor Hilton has denied the defense's request to have a psychiatrist testify at trial that acne medicine caused a psychotic break. That announcement was made on Tuesday afternoon.
Texas City police investigating fraud complaints regarding recall petition against mayor
Police say they've confirmed that a deceased person's information was used on the petition.
Galveston County: Santa Fe man last seen one week ago
Officials say Dale Beckham was last seen at his Santa Fe, Texas home. His truck was found in League City.
Stolen vehicles stopped at Port of Houston from being illegally exported
More than 30 stolen vehicles were close to being exported from the United States illegally at the Port of Houston Galveston, but were intercepted.
Former Galveston County Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis files federal lawsuit targeting Galveston Park Board
Former Galveston Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis and his attorney have filed a federal lawsuit targeting the Galveston Park Board and others.
Missing Jafaris Reese: Man last seen in Channelview on June 8
Missing 40-year-old Jafaris Reese was last seen in Channelview, Texas on June 8.
Galveston County: Man charged following deadly shooting near Bacliff supermarket
Officials say the suspect and victim got into a fight when a gun was pulled.
Former Galveston County jailer indicted in inmate's death
Skyler Ray Chapman, a former Galveston County Jail, has been indicted for criminally negligent homicide in the death of inmate Saul Vargas back in September 2024
Galveston Co. deputies arrest man on child trafficking charges
Authorities in Galveston County said a 26-year-old man is facing multiple charges related to promoting the prostitution of a child.
Paid apprenticeships available in HVAC, skilled trades
There are paid apprenticeships available in HVAC, skilled trades to help relieve worker shortage and you can take free classes to help you prepare for the job.
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.
Texas man sues California doctor who shipped abortion pills to girlfriend
A Galveston County man filed a federal lawsuit claiming a California doctor shipped abortion-inducing pills to his girlfriend at the direction of her estranged husband.
Galveston County: Days-long fire at Port Bolivar bird sanctuary 'inaccessible' to firefighters
The fire was reportedly started by a lightning strike Friday night. No injuries or structure damage have been reported, and officials say fires are common and beneficial for the area.
Former La Marque city manager arrested near Dallas on charges including arson
The former city manager of La Marque has been arrested in Rockwall County after being sought for multiple charges, including arson.
Suspect with 'concealed hand' shot by Texas City police; shooting under investigation
Police say the suspect walked toward officers pointing at them "in a threatening manner" with a hand that was covered by a shirt.
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.