Suspect involved in San Leon standoff surrenders

A standoff involving a suspect in San Leon has ended peacefully after an almost seven-hour standoff.

Galveston road closures this weekend for Mardi Gras

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.

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.

Galveston plane crash: NTSB releases preliminary report following December 2025 plane crash that killed 6

The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report following a December 2025 plane crash that killed six people and seriously injured two others in Galveston.

Houston winter storm: How to get emergency alerts in your county

As Greater Houston preps for the weekend winter storm, multiple counties are reminding residents to sign up for their emergency alerts.

Houston winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list

Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.

Man shot, killed by deputies in Channelview, officials say

Authorities are currently on the scene following a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.

BakerRipley utility assistance applications hit capacity, where to find help paying bills

BakerRipley's utility assistance applications recently hit capacity, but even if you weren't able to apply, here are other resources available to help with paying bills.