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UTMB launches large-scale heart study to track aging and brain health
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UTMB launches large-scale heart study to track aging and brain health

The University of Texas Medical Branch has begun enrolling thousands of participants in the Galveston Heart Study, a long-term research initiative examining how cardiovascular health, brain function, and aging are connected.

Galveston lands global tourism summit, aims to reshape reputation
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Galveston lands global tourism summit, aims to reshape reputation

Galveston will host the 2027 Go West Summit, signaling its growing status as an international tourism destination. Local officials say the event offers a chance to counter outdated perceptions and showcase the island’s hospitality, attractions, and economic potential.

TxDOT installs wildlife signs to protect island coyotes
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TxDOT installs wildlife signs to protect island coyotes

Texas transportation officials have installed new wildlife crossing signs along FM 3005 on Galveston’s West End to reduce vehicle collisions with coyotes known as “ghost wolves.” Advocates hope the move will curb rising deaths and protect a rare genetic population.

Grand jury indicts man in Texas Killing Fields case
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Grand jury indicts man in Texas Killing Fields case

A Galveston County grand jury has indicted 56-year-old James Elmore on manslaughter and tampering charges tied to the Texas Killing Fields investigation. Officials call the arrest a major step forward in a case spanning more than 40 years.

Tina’s On the Strand to close after 20 years in Galveston
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Tina’s On the Strand to close after 20 years in Galveston

Tina’s On the Strand, a longtime Galveston boutique known for curated fashion and gifts, will close at the end of the month as its owners shift focus to their nearby store, The Admiralty.

Galveston Prison Officers Placed on Leave Amid Assault Probe
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Galveston Prison Officers Placed on Leave Amid Assault Probe

Two correctional officers at a Texas prison hospital in Galveston have been placed on unpaid leave as state officials investigate multiple sexual assault allegations involving female inmates.

Sheriff Seeks Local Help to Boost Patrols During Jeep Weekend
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Sheriff Seeks Local Help to Boost Patrols During Jeep Weekend

With Jeep Weekend 2026 approaching, the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office is asking Bolivar Peninsula residents to host law enforcement officers to strengthen public safety during the high-traffic event.

Family Sues Over 2024 Galveston Police Shooting of Man in Crisis
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Family Sues Over 2024 Galveston Police Shooting of Man in Crisis

The family of a Galveston man fatally shot by police in 2024 has filed a federal lawsuit alleging an officer escalated a mental health crisis, violating constitutional rights and disregarding an agreed-upon containment plan.

Abbott Pushes Property Tax Reform in Galveston County Visit
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Abbott Pushes Property Tax Reform in Galveston County Visit

Gov. Greg Abbott visited Galveston County to promote property tax reform, earning unanimous support from county commissioners backing his push for long-term taxpayer relief.

Grand Jury Charges Bacliff Man in Notorious Texas Killing Fields Case
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Grand Jury Charges Bacliff Man in Notorious Texas Killing Fields Case

A Texas grand jury has indicted a 61-year-old man in connection with two murders tied to the long-unsolved “Texas Killing Fields,” marking a major development in a decades-old investigation.

Gulf Shores Spring Break Crackdown Leads to Nearly 150 Arrests
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Gulf Shores Spring Break Crackdown Leads to Nearly 150 Arrests

Authorities in Gulf Shores, Alabama, arrested nearly 150 people during Spring Break enforcement operations, as a beach alcohol ban pushed large underage parties into rental homes.

Oil Spills on Mexico’s Gulf Coast Raise Concerns Along Texas Shores
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Oil Spills on Mexico’s Gulf Coast Raise Concerns Along Texas Shores

Multiple oil spills along Mexico’s Gulf Coast have contaminated over 140 miles of shoreline, raising environmental concerns that could extend north toward the Texas Gulf Coast, including Galveston.

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