Galveston closes beaches due to COVID-19
Anyone found on the beaches in violations of the order faces a Class C misdemeanor citation.
MARCH 2020 Galveston Island closes public beaches
Galveston has made the unprecedented decision to close all beaches to the public.
Massive grass fire spreading across east Galveston
The initial call was for the brush in the sand dunes was on fire and has spread near structures. Firefighters are working to stop the fire from getting to structures.
Large grass fire in Galveston
Units are trying to keep the fire from spreading to nearby structures.
Santa Fe hero posthumously honored for sacrificing life for fellow students
Christian Riley Garcia was one of six people in the US recognized Wednesday for his courage and sacrifice by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.
Galveston County issues stay-at-home order amid COVID-19 crisis
Galveston County Judge Mark Henry signed a stay-at-home order that encourages residents to only leave their homes essential trips to work, doctor's visits, grocery shopping or carryout meals.
Galveston County issues stay-at-home order amid COVID-19 crisis
Galveston County plans to issue a stay-at-home order for residents. The new order doesn't close any businesses that weren't affected by Governor Abbott's public health disaster declaration.
Mayor of Galveston urges residents to stay home
Galveston will continue to monitor state actions as well as those from surrounding areas so city leaders can make the best decisions for the community.
City of Galveston closes beach park public service amenities
Amenities will be closed at East Beach, Stewart Beach, Seawall Urban Park, Dellenera RV Park and Seawolf Park.
COMPLETE LIST of cancellations and closures due to coronavirus outbreak
Many events are canceled, and clinics and schools are closing. You can find the full list here.
2 hurt in Galveston shooting involving family members
Galveston Police say it appears one relative shot another relative.
Fort Bend County, City of Galveston restrict business amid COVID-19 crisis
Galveston Mayor Jim Yarborough has closed bars and nightclubs and is restricting restaurants to drive thru delivery and pick-up only.
Galveston-Houston Archdiocese cancels all public masses
The Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdiocese has suspended mass effective March 18. Churches are being allowed to stay open for individual and private prayer.
City of Galveston closes bars, limits restaurant service
The City of Galveston has shut down amusement venues including bars and barred restaurants from providing dine-in services.
Galveston Co. resident quarantined in Austin after presumptive positive COVID-19
The patient is a woman ranging in age 30-35 years old who had interaction with the first Montgomery County presumptive case, a man in his 40s who went to the World Championship Bar-B-Que Cookoff ahead of the rodeo. She is quarantined in Austin.
Admitted Santa Fe HS shooter still not competent to stand trial
Last year, a judge ruled the 19-year-old mentally incompetent to stand trial after three independent mental health evaluations.
Cruise ships out of Galveston head to Caribbean despite COVID-19 fears
While the U.S. State Department issued a warning for cruise travelers on Sunday, two cruise ships left Galveston on bound for the Caribbean.
UTMB hosts town hall on coronavirus
Clinicians and researchers were on hand to answer questions. Officials provided updates on what they know so far about the virus and how they're studying it.
Santa Fe ISD approves having guns in classrooms under Guardian Program
Nearly two years after the Santa Fe High School massacre, Santa Fe ISD has approved teachers having guns in classrooms.
Family member of Channelview HS employee under quarantine for coronavirus
Channelview Independent School District has indicated that there is little to no risk to Channelview schools.