Current Galena Park mayor denies theft claims, staff allege harassment by mayor-elect

Days after narrowly losing reelection, longtime Galena Park Mayor Esmeralda Moya is pushing back against accusations from mayor-elect Oscar Mireles, who claims she removed city property and left City Hall in disarray—allegations she firmly denies as tensions rise ahead of the leadership transition.

Outgoing Galena Park officials speaks on controversy
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The outgoing Galena Park mayor and secretary sat one-on-one with FOX 26's Randy Wallace address claims from and about the city's incoming mayor.

Galena Park has no one in charge following close election, current mayor says otherwise in statement to FOX 26

A closely contested mayoral election in Galena Park has quickly escalated into controversy, as the newly elected mayor raises allegations against his predecessor, disputed claims emerge from city staff, and some residents call on the state to step in.

New security measures for Galena Park after deadly shooting at basketball court

Galena Park Mayor Esmerelda Moya announced new security measures for city parks following a deadly shooting at a basketball court over the weekend.

Galena Park shooting: Teen killed on Keene

An investigation is underway after a teen was shot and killed in Galena Park on Sunday evening.

Beryl recovery: Houston-area school closures for Thursday, July 11

List of Houston, Texas, school closures for Wednesday due to Hurricane Beryl, which left millions without power, several high water locations, and a path of deadly destruction.

Beryl recovery: Houston-area school closures for Wednesday

List of Houston, Texas, school closures for Wednesday due to Hurricane Beryl, which left millions without power, several high water locations, and a path of deadly destruction.

Fire at Kinder Morgan chemical plant in Galena Park injures 3, officials say

The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office says their HAZMAT and investigations teams are supporting the Galena Park Fire Department in their response at Kinder Morgan in the 1500 block of Clinton.

Houston mom in mourning after her 18 year old son, star student and athlete was shot to death

Houston mother mourns the senseless shooting death of her promising 18-year-old son, Jarvon Coles, as the community rallies for justice, remembering the North Shore High School senior's bright future cut short outside a house party in Humble.

17-year-old accused of killing Galena Park student charged with capital murder

17-year-old Johnny Lewis is accused of robbing and shooting his classmate Marcos Orta, 17, to death in front of the community center near Galena Park High School.

Galena Park residents in shock after 4 teens killed just 2 days apart

Four teens were killed just two days apart and a fifth child, who was already out on bond for two different crimes, is now behind bars charged with murdering a boy he grew up with.