Duck Tour on Galveston Island takes tourists around city, Galveston Bay
The "Duck" is a World War ll era, amphibious vehicle originally designed to transport troops. Today, it has been modified to transport tourists around the city and a quick cruise around Galveston Bay.
New novel looks back at Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900
Author of Saltwater and Driftwood Anna Walner discusses the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900, which remains the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history.
Free professional sandcastle lessons held every Saturday in Galveston
This summer, you can get free lessons on how to build the perfect sand castle on Saturdays at 11 a.m. 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. just down from the pavilion on East Beach.
How you can spend your summer riding horses, seeing dolphins in Galveston
If you want to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature in Galveston, you can't go wrong with horses and dolphins.
Toddler found walking in La Marque reunited with his mother
A toddler who was found walking alone in La Marque on Thursday night has been reunited with his mother, according to police.
10-year-old shot in the head in Galveston County, authorities investigating
Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trochesset said the shooting happened in the 17700 block of Elizabeth Street in far west Galveston County between Santa Fe and Alvin.
Message in a bottle located in Houston-area after 27 years
A 27-year-old message in a bottle was unearthed Saturday by a group of people picking up trash at Highland Bayou Park.
Man killed from apparent fireworks-related injuries in Galveston County
Responding officers reportedly found Edward Aguilara, 41, with serious stomach wounds after receiving a call about "injuries sustained due to fireworks"
Scary video of waterspout blowing people over in Galveston
A FOX 26 viewer shared shocking footage of a waterspout coming onshore Thursday afternoon in Galveston and blowing people over. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. (Video courtesy: Mario E. Halkyer)
5-year-old autistic girl drowns in Hitchcock pool
A 5-year-old child with autism has died after drowning in her family's pool in Hitchcock. The incident is under investigation.
Local contractor exposed in FOX 26 report charged with theft in four counties
Angela Wakat brought Michael Hurte, DBA Texas Custom Barns, to our attention last February. She got a judgement against him after all she says she got for her money was a pile of dirt.
Sweating your utility bills? New assistance available
The only thing hotter than the temperatures outside are the utility bills that come with them.
Woman killed after boyfriend reportedly ran her over near Santa Fe
Authorities say around 3 a.m. someone called 911 to report they witnessed a man and woman arguing and at some point, the man got in his truck and ran over the woman.
Workshop to be held on helping residents with payment on electric, gas, water bills
Need help paying your utility bills? Houston-area residents will be able to get help through a workshop held on Saturday!
Second child drowns at same home in La Marque, police investigating
The La Marque Police Department has launched a criminal investigation in the drowning death of a 6-year-old boy Monday. But this is not the first time a child has died of by drowning at that residence.
6-year-old boy drowns during party in La Marque: police
A drowning was reported during a large party at a rented house in La Marque on the Fourth of July, police say.
Body recovered during search for swimmer who went missing near Tiki Island
A body has been recovered during the search for a 21-year-old man who went missing while swimming near Tiki Island on Saturday, authorities say.
Tropical rain expected to bring some relief for recent drought along Texas coast
"We’re looking at four to six inches for the entire event through Saturday," said Scott Tafuri, Emergency Management Coordinator for Galveston County. "Along the coast, you could see up to 10 inches total."
Serial killer William Reece pleads guilty to 1997 cold case murders of Texas girls
Serial killer William Reece has pleaded guilty to the 1997 cold-case murders of three Texas girls, 12-year-old Laura Kate Smither, 17-year-old Jessica Lee Cain, and 20-year-old Kelli Ann Cox. We take a look at the timeline of his violent crime spree in 1997.
Woman shot, killed during 'possible disturbance' in east Harris County: Sheriff
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said a man pulled out a gun, possibly an assault rifle, and shot a woman to death.