Juneteenth 2025: Events, commemorations in the Houston area
Juneteenth is this Thursday. Several events are being held in the Houston area to commemorate the day slaves in Galveston learned that they had been freed.
Juneteenth is this Thursday. Several events are being held in the Houston area to commemorate the day slaves in Galveston learned that they had been freed.
Galveston Co. discovery: Bride-to-be loses engagement ring, later located thanks to FOX 26 and Galveston Club
Bride-to-be Madison McClintock was celebrating her bachelorette party on Bolivar Peninsula over the weekend. She and the bridesmaids were having the time of their lives on a giant float, right off the beach. As Madison jumped off the raft, the chain holding her cherished cross and brand-new engagement ring slipped into the dark water.
Bride-to-be Madison McClintock was celebrating her bachelorette party on Bolivar Peninsula over the weekend. She and the bridesmaids were having the time of their lives on a giant float, right off the beach. As Madison jumped off the raft, the chain holding her cherished cross and brand-new engagement ring slipped into the dark water.
Things to do in Houston this weekend: June 6-8, 2025
Here is a list of free and fun things to do in Houston to get you out of the house this weekend from June 6-8.
Here is a list of free and fun things to do in Houston to get you out of the house this weekend from June 6-8.
Houston evacuation zones by zip code, routes for 2025 hurricane season
Houston and Galveston evacuation zones by zip codes and evacuation routes for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
Houston and Galveston evacuation zones by zip codes and evacuation routes for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
Galveston County: Father, daughter killed in Gilchrist; suspect dies in Chambers County, officials say
The suspect allegedly shot a man and his adult daughter late Friday night, then took his own life.
The suspect allegedly shot a man and his adult daughter late Friday night, then took his own life.
Galveston Island Beach Patrol warns of rip currents during Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, many people are either planning to take a trip to Galveston or have made their way down to the island, but Galveston Island Beach Patrol has a warning about rip currents this Memorial Day.
On Memorial Day, many people are either planning to take a trip to Galveston or have made their way down to the island, but Galveston Island Beach Patrol has a warning about rip currents this Memorial Day.
Man shot, killed in Channelview following arguments involving suspect, officials say
Harris County authorities are looking to charge a suspect who allegedly shot and killed a man in Channelview on Friday night.
Harris County authorities are looking to charge a suspect who allegedly shot and killed a man in Channelview on Friday night.
Galveston lost dog: Father of 3 offering cash reward, prized possessions for the safe return of beloved dog
On Friday, May 16, Cory Lindsey and his 9-year-old pup named Max were in Galveston watching the sunrise.
On Friday, May 16, Cory Lindsey and his 9-year-old pup named Max were in Galveston watching the sunrise.
Houston mother on a mission to save lives from rip currents at the beach
A Houston mom is on a mission to raise awareness about rip currents after her son drowned in one two months shy of his high school graduation in 2019.
A Houston mom is on a mission to raise awareness about rip currents after her son drowned in one two months shy of his high school graduation in 2019.
Channelview fire: Fairfield Inn & Suites on I-10 engulfed in flames
A massive fire engulfed a vacant Channelview motel on Friday morning.
A massive fire engulfed a vacant Channelview motel on Friday morning.
Galveston residents rally behind suspended Beach Patrol chief as he fights for his job
Galveston Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis has been suspended without pay for two months, and his future as chief is uncertain. Nearly 60 supporters wrote letters to the board praising Davis for his work.
Galveston Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis has been suspended without pay for two months, and his future as chief is uncertain. Nearly 60 supporters wrote letters to the board praising Davis for his work.
Houston events: Free, fun things to do this Memorial Day weekend
A round up free events to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend in the Houston area.
A round up free events to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend in the Houston area.
Port of Galveston could have another banner year with new port, cruise lines
The Port of Galveston could break passenger records again this year with a new port and cruise offerings. Here's what's coming.
The Port of Galveston could break passenger records again this year with a new port and cruise offerings. Here's what's coming.
Galveston County: Nearly 280 arrests, 40+ guns confiscated as of Jeep Weekend Day Three, officials say
The arrests are allegedly for nearly 300 misdemeanor charges and about 50 felony charges.
The arrests are allegedly for nearly 300 misdemeanor charges and about 50 felony charges.
Over 160 arrested by Jeep Weekend Day Two; 30 guns recovered, Galveston County officials say
The arrests are reportedly related to felony and misdemeanor charges.
The arrests are reportedly related to felony and misdemeanor charges.
Jeep Weekend: Increased law enforcement presence on Bolivar Peninsula
Jeep Weekend on the Bolivar Peninsula is seeing significant changes this year, with the Galveston County Sheriff's Office implementing new restrictions and checkpoints to enhance safety.
Jeep Weekend on the Bolivar Peninsula is seeing significant changes this year, with the Galveston County Sheriff's Office implementing new restrictions and checkpoints to enhance safety.
Galveston woman shot in back while arriving at bar on 25th Street
A Galveston shooting is being investigated by police after a 24-year-old woman was shot arriving into the parking lot of a bar on 25th street.
A Galveston shooting is being investigated by police after a 24-year-old woman was shot arriving into the parking lot of a bar on 25th street.
Suspect in custody following deadly Galveston County apartment complex shooting
One person is dead and another is wounded after a shooting at a Galveston County apartment complex, police say.
One person is dead and another is wounded after a shooting at a Galveston County apartment complex, police say.
Galveston man sentenced to 70 years in prison for murder
A Galveston County jury has sentenced a man to 70 years in prison for a fatal shooting in 2020.
A Galveston County jury has sentenced a man to 70 years in prison for a fatal shooting in 2020.
Jeep weekend crackdown; Galveston County sheriff lays out new rules for rowdy event
The Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen lays out some new ground rules in a social media video for the Bolivar Peninsula's annual Jeep Weekend event.
The Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen lays out some new ground rules in a social media video for the Bolivar Peninsula's annual Jeep Weekend event.