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Galveston Police Seek Car Burglary Victims Near Seawall Boulevard
Two suspects are charged after a series of vehicle break-ins on Seawall Boulevard. GPD wants anyone who lost property to come forward.
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Hitchcock Council Set to Vote on Immigration Enforcement Partnership
Hitchcock's city council is weighing a formal immigration enforcement partnership, drawing pushback from residents ahead of the public meeting.
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UTMB Wins Federal Screwworm Research Funds in $105M Program
UTMB secured federal dollars from a $105M USDA program to develop screwworm detection tools, with implications for Galveston County agriculture and livestock....
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Pelican Island LNG Project Scope Exceeds Port's Marine Fueling Description
A federal export application reveals the Pelican Island LNG project could go well beyond ship refueling, raising new questions for Galveston Island communities....
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Galveston Groups Hold Candlelight Vigil After Fatal ICE Shooting
Community members gathered near the Galveston County courthouse on Moody St. to mourn Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, killed in a Houston ICE encounter.
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Port Galveston Trustees Back LNG Lease Talks on Pelican Island
Port Galveston's board unanimously approved lease negotiations for a proposed liquefied natural gas facility on Pelican Island, raising questions for island residents....
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La Marque Man Charged After Assaulting Officer on I-45 Shoulder
A 43-year-old La Marque man faces multiple charges after a roadside confrontation with police on I-45 in Galveston County Wednesday.
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Royal Caribbean Eyes Fifth Terminal at Galveston's Busy Cruise Port
Royal Caribbean wants to build a fifth cruise terminal at the Port of Galveston, port CEO Rodger Rees confirmed Tuesday.
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LNG Firm Clears Regulatory Hurdle for Pelican Island Facility
An LNG company moved closer Monday to securing approval for a liquefied natural gas facility on Pelican Island, raising questions for Galveston Bay communities....
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NWS Warns of 40 mph Wind Gusts Across Galveston County Tuesday Morning
A fast-moving thunderstorm prompted a Special Weather Statement for Galveston County early Tuesday, with wind gusts threatening tree limbs and loose objects....
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LNG Facility Proposed for Pelican Island to Supply Port Vessels
A liquefied natural gas company has cleared a regulatory hurdle to build a marine fueling plant on Pelican Island, steps from the Port of Galveston.
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Lightning Strike Knocks Out Power for 650 Galveston Customers Monday
A lightning strike cut power to nearly 650 Galveston addresses Monday near 61st Street, with CenterPoint crews reducing outages to 11 customers by early afternoon....
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Galveston County Offers Free School Vaccines in Texas City This Week
The Galveston County Health District is running a free back-to-school immunization clinic in Texas City through Friday, July 18.
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Flood Advisory Hits Galveston County Through 3:30 PM Sunday
A flood advisory covers Galveston County until 3:30 PM Sunday as heavy thunderstorms drop up to 5 inches of rain total.
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Galveston's Tall Ship Elissa Reaches Boston for Third Time Ever
The tall ship Elissa, Galveston Island's 149-year-old iron barque, arrived in Boston on Thursday — her first visit to the port in 138 years.
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Ten Commandments Lawsuit Against GISD Moves to Galveston County Court
A federal judge sent the Ten Commandments lawsuit against Galveston ISD back to a Galveston County state court Friday, keeping the case closer to home....
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Fifth Circuit Backs La Marque Officials in Free Speech Lawsuit
A federal appeals court upheld dismissal of a free speech lawsuit against La Marque city officials, a ruling with implications across Galveston County....
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League City Sting Nets 11 Child Solicitation Arrests in Galveston County
A League City operation ended Tuesday with 11 arrests on child solicitation charges, a result that carries direct implications for Galveston County families....
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Texas City Ashland Strike Hits Second Week Over Contract Terms
About 70 union workers at the Texas City Ashland plant remain on strike over proposed contract changes, not wages — a dispute with Galveston County economic stakes....
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Galveston West End 57-Lot Subdivision Wins Planning Commission Green Light
Galveston's planning commission cleared a nearly 12-acre West End subdivision Tuesday, adding 57 lots and four new streets to the island's housing stock....
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Three Domestic Violence Homicides Hit Galveston County in One Week
Three people were killed in domestic violence incidents across Galveston County during a single week in late June, according to HPM Galveston County.
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Galveston County DA Pledges Stricter Domestic Violence Prosecution After Three D
Three women killed in Galveston County within a week prompted the DA's office to announce tougher charges and expanded victim outreach.
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Dickinson Defends Harbour Playhouse Demolition Amid Public Backlash
The City of Dickinson issued its most detailed public statement Monday defending the demolition of Harbour Playhouse, pushing back on social media claims....
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Galveston's July 4th Drew Record Crowds, Left Mountains of Beach Trash
Galveston Island's Fourth of July weekend ranked among its biggest ever, with hotels full and beaches buried in debris, tourism sources say.
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Galveston County Honors Sand Crabs Founder Bailey for Autism Work
Galveston County commissioners formally recognized Rick Bailey, who built a baseball program to spotlight autism awareness through his nonverbal son Bryce....
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Galveston County Precinct Map Approved Amid Resident Pushback
Galveston County has approved a new precinct map, drawing public reaction, while Moody Gardens welcomes a new animal resident.
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Elissa Sails East After New York, Carrying Galveston's Story Forward
The tall ship Elissa has left New York and is heading to East Coast and Gulf Coast ports on a three-month America250 voyage representing Galveston.
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Elissa Sails New York Harbor in U.S. 250th Anniversary Parade
Galveston's Tall Ship Elissa joined a major July 4th parade of sail in New York Harbor, its first appearance there since 1986.
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Battleship Texas Fires Salute at Galveston America250 Kickoff Event
Galveston Island marked the America250 celebration Friday with cannon salutes, a drone show, and fireworks anchored by the historic Battleship Texas.
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Galveston Stations 30 Lifeguards Along Seawall for July 4th
Galveston Island is posting 30 lifeguards along its beaches this Fourth of July as crowds surge toward the Seawall and Pleasure Pier.
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Galveston Island Residents Mark America's 250th With Patriotic Home Displays
Galveston Island homes are lit up with flags and patriotic decor for the nation's 250th birthday, reflecting a shared community spirit across the island....
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Fatal I-45 Crash Near Galveston Kills One, Injures Several
A deadly crash on I-45 near Galveston Thursday evening left one person dead and others injured, disrupting a major holiday travel corridor.
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NWS Warns of Extreme Heat Across Galveston County This Fourth of July
Heat index readings could hit 108°F or higher across Galveston Island this holiday weekend, with dangerous conditions beginning as early as late morning....
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Galveston Island July 4th Fireworks and Parades Mapped for 2026
Galveston Island and nearby Kemah have July 4th fireworks and parades Friday. Here's what to know before you go.
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Texas Statewide Food Truck License Reshapes Galveston County Vendors
A new Texas law replacing county-by-county food truck permits takes effect this summer, bringing trade-offs for vendors across Galveston Island and the mainland....
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Fireworks Rules Vary Sharply Across Galveston County This Fourth
Where you live in Galveston County determines whether backyard fireworks are legal this July 4. Rules differ block by block.
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Will Wright Named Interim Director of Galveston Historical Foundation
The Galveston Historical Foundation has a new interim leader. Will Wright, a 15-year foundation veteran, takes the helm Tuesday.
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Galveston Police Arrest Man in League City Fatal Shooting
A man faces murder charges after Galveston police made an arrest tied to a deadly Monday shooting in League City, Galveston County.
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NWS Warns of Dangerous Rip Currents Along Galveston Island Beaches Tuesday
A rip current statement from NWS covers Galveston Island and Bolivar Peninsula through 10 AM Tuesday. Stay out of Gulf surf.
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Gulf Humidity Turns Galveston's Heat Dome Into Health Threat
A stalled heat dome is pushing dangerous heat index levels across Galveston Island and Galveston County, where coastal humidity compounds the danger.
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NWS Warns of Dangerous Rip Currents Along Galveston Island Beaches Monday Mornin
A rip current statement in effect through 7 a.m. Monday covers Galveston Island, Bolivar Peninsula, and Brazoria County shorelines.
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NWS Warns of Dangerous Rip Currents Along Galveston Island Beaches Through Tuesd
A rip current statement is in effect through Tuesday morning for Galveston Island and nearby Gulf-facing shores. Even strong swimmers face serious risk....
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Galveston opens 30-day public comment on 2026 housing-and-community grants
The city's 2026 CDBG and HOME plan is open for resident input through a 30-day window, with implications for affordable housing across Galveston Island and Galveston County....
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Bridging gaps in veteran support across Texas
A Texas nonprofit is expanding a data-driven model to help veterans access benefits faster, combining a nationwide resource database with rapid-response aid programs to reduce delays and improve outcomes....
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Galveston Launches ART Week 2025: A Celebration of Creativity and Community
Galveston is set to host its inaugural ART Week from January 6-12, 2025, a week-long festival featuring diverse artistic expressions. From pop-up galleries and artist retrospectives to open houses and creative scavenger hunts, this event celebrates the heart of Galveston’s cultur...
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All Aboard for Holiday Magic: The Polar Express Returns to Galveston Island
The holiday season is officially here, and the Galveston Railroad Museum is inviting families to experience the magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride on Galveston Island. With tickets now on sale, this beloved tradition is expected to sell out fast!...
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Oil Spill Cleanup Efforts Continue in Galveston Bay
Cleanup operations are actively underway in Galveston Bay following a series of recent oil spills. State and federal agencies are collaborating to mitigate environmental impacts and address ongoing challenges....
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Surge in Cruise Traffic Sparks Concerns in Galveston
Galveston's surge in cruise traffic brings economic benefits but also raises infrastructure and environmental concerns, prompting calls for sustainable growth measures....
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Galveston Residents Face Insurance Challenges Post-Hurricane Beryl
Galveston residents face insurance challenges post-Hurricane Beryl, with TDI providing guidelines to navigate claims and avoid scams.
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Must-See Art Exhibit “Beach Bodies” Opens in Galveston This Weekend!
“Beach Bodies,” a captivating art exhibit at the Galveston Arts Center, opens July 20, featuring innovative works by Cody Ledvina, Liz Rodda, and Xavier Schipani that explore the human form in coastal settings....
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Galveston Beach Soccer Tournament Kicks Off This Weekend
Galveston’s Beach Blitz Soccer Tournament, taking place this weekend, promises competitive matches and a vibrant community atmosphere at East Beach.
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Donald Trump Shot in Ear at Butler, Pennsylvania Rally; Undergoing Treatment
Trump was shot in the ear at a rally in Butler, PA, and is currently being treated. The incident is under investigation.
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Carnival Cruises Resume from Galveston Post-Beryl
Galveston resumes normal cruise operations post-Beryl, with Carnival Jubilee and Carnival Dream departing today. Local residents face water service interruptions due to ongoing construction. Island Vybz Reggae Fest rescheduled to September....
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The Aftermath of Hurricane Beryl: A Community's Resilience and Recovery
Hurricane Beryl weakens but leaves significant destruction in the Caribbean and Texas, prompting extensive recovery efforts and highlighting community resilience and future preparedness....
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Celebrate Independence Day in Galveston: A Guide to July 4th Festivities
Galveston celebrates July 4th with beach parties, parades, concerts, and fireworks, offering fun for all ages.
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Galveston’s Beach Cover-Up: Unmasking the Truth Behind Annual Dirt Dumping
Galveston's Annual Dirt Dumping Exposed: Corruption or Cost-Saving?
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Storms of Deceit: Unraveling the Misuse of Federal Relief Funds in Galveston
Galveston has struggled with the misuse of federal hurricane relief funds, delaying recovery and eroding public trust.
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Severe Vibrio Infections Linked to Warming Waters: A Growing Concern in Houston
Warming coastal waters have led to a rise in severe Vibrio vulnificus infections in Houston, prompting health officials to issue warnings and recommend precautions....
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Houston's Urban Revitalization: Key Projects Shaping the City's Future
Houston is undergoing a significant transformation with major urban development projects like Autry Park, The Commons at Hermann Park, and BioHub II, which are expected to boost the local economy and enhance community living....
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Business News: Upcoming Governor's Small Business Summit in Galveston
Join the Governor’s Small Business Summit in Galveston on July 18, 2024, for networking, expert insights, and essential resources to help your business grow....
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Political Shifts and Upcoming Elections in Galveston, TX
Galveston is experiencing significant political changes this May, including the recent general election and contentious redistricting plans affecting minority representation (GalvestonTX.gov) (The Texas Tribune)....
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Galveston’s Workforce Housing: Addressing the Affordability Crisis
Galveston faces a significant affordable housing crisis for its workforce, with initiatives like BUILD Galveston working to create more affordable housing options through public-private partnerships and funding incentives....
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Texas Reports First Human Case of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) in 2024
Texas has reported its first human case of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) in 2024, linked to infected dairy cattle. Authorities are monitoring contacts and advising precautions to prevent further spread....
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Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Dash: Exciting May 2024 Matches
Houston's soccer scene heats up in May with the Houston Dynamo FC facing Sporting Kansas City on May 20 and the Houston Dash taking on NJ/NY Gotham FC on May 22 at Shell Energy Stadium (Houston Sports Park) (Visit Houston)....
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Houston Arts Scene: May 2024 Highlights
Houston's arts scene this May features Kehinde Wiley's impactful exhibition "An Archaeology of Silence" at the Museum of Fine Arts and Sarah Sudhoff’s innovative photographic works at the Andrew Durham Gallery...
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Breakthroughs in Cancer Research and Immune Therapy in Houston
Houston researchers have discovered how the immune checkpoint protein VISTA can inhibit tumor-fighting T-cells during immunotherapy, and innovative imaging techniques to track cancer therapy effectiveness early have been developed...
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Exploring Science Events in Houston This Week
Houston is hosting several science events this week, including a stargazing session at George Observatory and the Welch Foundation's "Frontiers in Molecular Catalysis" conference....
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Houston Astros Host Los Angeles Angels for Crucial Series at Minute Maid Park
The Houston Astros will host the Los Angeles Angels for a three-game series at Minute Maid Park from May 20-22, 2024, featuring star players like José Altuve and Shohei Ohtani....
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WHO Negotiates Historic Pandemic Agreement Amidst Global Health Challenges
The WHO has resumed negotiations to finalize a global pandemic agreement, aiming to enhance preparedness and equitable response worldwide.
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Member Night: Gems & Minerals at the Houston Museum of Natural Science
Join the Houston Museum of Natural Science for an exclusive Member Night on May 23, 2024, featuring a lapidary demonstration and hands-on crystal growing activities in the Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals....
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Reimagining the Nativity: Houston Symphony Presents John Adams’s El Niño
Experience John Adams’s reimagined nativity story with the Houston Symphony's performance of "El Niño" on May 25 & 26 at Jones Hall. Get your tickets now for this extraordinary event....
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Houston evacuation routes, zones by zip code for 2026 hurricane season
Houston and Galveston area evacuation routes and zones by zip codes for the 2026 hurricane season. Know when to evaucate.
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Harris County apartment fire: 1 dead, 12 injured in multi-alarm fire
One person is dead after a multi-alarm fire broke out at an Harris County apartment complex early Monday morning.
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18-year-old killed, family member injured in shooting outside north Harris County cantina
Officials say a 19-year-old shot the victims and drove off, but another person followed him while giving details to 911.
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Crews respond to deadly house fire in northwest Harris County, officials say
Crews with the Cy-Fair Fire Department were working a fatality fire Sunday in the 9600 block of Maple Leaf Drive, in the Maple Leaf Gardens subdivision, officials said. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies are also responding. The Harris County Fi...
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18-year-old killed, 20-year-old wounded in shooting outside North Freeway restaurant, HCSO says
A shooting outside a business along the North Freeway left one young man dead and another hospitalized early Sunday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called around 1:30 a.m. to the 12901 block of the North Freeway near Airtex, where they found two m...
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The Galveston Police Department is looking for victims of car burglaries earlier this week
Two suspects are facing charges in a string of car break-ins along the 8700 block of Seawall Boulevard. According to a Galveston Police Department Facebook post, the break-ins happened Tuesday and Wednesday. Investigators have found many victims on local Facebook pages and believ...
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Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Inve...
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LNG company one step closer to building on Galveston’s Pelican Island
The company wants to build a small-scale LNG plant that will be used to fuel cruise ships and other vessels.
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Family of Texas City man killed in Galveston County jail disappointed over plea deal
The Galveston County District Attorney's Office consulted the family of Saul Vargas before recommending a plea agreement that allowed former jailer Skyler Ray Chapman to receive 10 years of deferred adjudication community supervision after pleading guilty to criminally negligent ...
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UTMB joins statewide fight against New World Screwworm
The U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded the University of Texas Medical Branch funding through its $105 million New World Screwworm Grand Challenge for two projects, one to distinguish sterile flies from wild ones and another to use artificial intelligence to…...
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Hitchcock council to discuss immigration enforcement partnership
The proposal has already sparked opposition from some residents, who say they plan to address the council during public comment, highlighting how immigration enforcement has become an increasingly contentious issue in local governments across Galveston County....
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Galveston family celebrates late legislator Babe Schwartz's 100th birthday
In celebration of what would have been his 100th birthday, the Schwartz family gathered on the sand at Babe’s Beach Friday to honor the prolific politician and Galveston native A.R. “Babe” Schwartz....
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Galveston vigil honors Lorenzo Salgado Araujo after fatal Houston ICE shooting
The Galveston League of United Latin American Citizens Council 151 and Galveston Island Democrats organized a candlelight vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo at the courthouse at 722 Moody St., where several attendees feared they or their loves ones could have…...
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Hot Ticket: From pirates and pickles to races and magic, there's something for everyone
Summer Reading Program: Children can reel in new skills, enjoy magical entertainment and solve a mystery during a week of free summer programs at Moore Memorial Public Library in Texas City....
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Federal filing reveals broader vision for proposed Galveston LNG facility
The Port of Galveston has described the proposed Pelican Island LNG facility as a marine fueling hub. But a federal export application filed by the developer outlines a broader operation that includes LNG exports, modular expansion and additional commercial opportunities…...
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Galveston Beach Patrol eyes new home as workforce shrinks
The city is still completing construction documents for the estimated $4.2 million project. Once those documents are finished, the city will solicit bids and select a contractor, said Amber Guerrero, the city’s architectural project manager....
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Arrest of self-described First Amendment activist raises questions about harassment law
Galveston Police Officer Eduardo Eguis arrested Robert Harvey, known online as Harvey Freebird, on July 4 on a harassment charge stemming from a June 16 incident with Councilman Joseph Lowry and Sarah Dougherty after the couple had testified in a…...
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Windstorm insurance group to host preparedness expo
The event will provide information for insurance agents and policyholders and give attendees an opportunity to meet directly with Texas Windstorm Insurance Association staff members....
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UTMB Health League City to conduct active shooter drill
The drill is scheduled between 8 a.m. and noon and will involve coordination among campus police and “other municipalities and agencies,” according to a UTMB Health news release....
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Galveston port advances LNG proposal, but questions remain
The Board of Trustees voted 7-0 to authorize staff to continue negotiating a long-term lease for about 30 acres on Pelican Island, where Power LNG proposes building a small-scale LNG liquefaction facility....
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Galveston businesses see World Cup boost as officials gauge $600K investment
While businesses like League City's Ballpark and The Spot on Seawall packed venues with World Cup fans, hotel occupancy was more difficult to directly attribute to the tournament, Paul Schultz, senior vice president of hospitality for Landry's Inc. Hospitality Division,…...
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Royal Caribbean wants Galveston's fifth cruise terminal, port says
Although he declined to provide details about the future of the port’s partnership with Royal Caribbean, Port of Galveston Director and CEO Rodger Rees told The Daily News the “word on the street” was accurate....
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Strong thunderstorms down power lines across Galveston's West End
City officials said the outages were caused by strong winds associated with the morning storms. CenterPoint Energy has dispatched additional crews to the island to assess the damage and restore power as quickly as possible....
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Multiagency investigation leads to child pornography charge against Texas City teen
Sheriff's deputies, working with the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 200 block of North Noble Road, where investigators seized several electronic devices before arresting a youth whose name…...
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Texas Gulf commercial shrimp season reopens Wednesday
The Gulf commercial shrimp season in both Texas state and federal waters will reopen 30 minutes after sunset on Wednesday, according to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department....
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Heavy rain, not infrastructure problems to blame for street flooding, city says
The flooding was the result of heavy rainfall in a short period of time, said Robert Winiecke, executive director of Public Works and Engineering for the city....
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Lightning strike causes nearly 650 residents to lose power in Galveston
CenterPoint representatives told The Daily News that crews immediately responded and took action to restore power to residential and commercial buildings along 61st Street and Teichman Road, with only 11 customers remaining in the dark by 1 p.m....
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Port of Galveston agreement could lead to $250M LNG terminal
Trustees are scheduled to vote on a term sheet for a long-term lease of about 30 acres on Pelican Island to Power LNG Ventures LLC, a proposal that would establish the island's first liquefied natural gas production facility designed to…...
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Free back-to-school vaccine clinic begins in Texas City
The health district's Back-to-School Bash 2 runs this Monday through Friday at the Galveston County Health District Immunizations Department, 9850 Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, Suite B-104, in Texas City....
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Heavy rain causes street flooding in Galveston
Between 3 and 4 inches of precipitation fell between Moody Gardens and The Strand flooding some streets, while San Luis Pass received less rain with an estimated total of between 1 and 2 inches, National Weather Service Meteorologist Amaryllis Cotto…...
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Friendswood High School student earns first place at international competition
Junior Vikram Gupta won the title during the conference, held June 17-21 in Indianapolis, competing against top HOSA students from across the United States and several other countries....
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Thousands of Galveston gravesites now searchable online
The history here is literally under your feet, and now it’s a lot easier to find. The city of Galveston has launched a new online tool that allows residents, families, historians and researchers to search cemetery records that were previously buried in handwritten ledgers and his...
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Italian court blocks Lee Gilley's extradition for now over death penalty concerns
The Court of Appeal in Turin, Italy, has for now blocked the U.S. government’s request to extradite Harris County capital murder suspect Lee Gilley over concerns about the death penalty, according to Italian court records obtained by KPRC 2 News. RELATED: Lee Gilley asks Italian ...
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PHOTOS: Galveston Island’s 13th annual dog surfing competition
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Don’t miss the Galveston Beach Band’s weekly concert at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at the Sealy Pavilion behind Ashton Villa. The free summer concert series has been extended through August 11, due to a weather cancellation in June. Remaining concert dates ar
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UT Medical Branch sued for alleged gender pay discrimination
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Tropical Depression Two? Meteorologists brief Texans on incoming storm
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Galveston County critters are carrying a dangerous disease, UTMB study finds
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Back-to-back I-10 closures could slow Houston drivers this weekend
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Galveston County Animal Resource Center pets of the week
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Family of Texas City man killed in Galveston County jail disappointed over plea deal
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FDA links shredded lettuce at some Taco Bell restaurants to Cyclospora outbreak; Here’s what Texas families should know
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UTMB joins statewide fight against New World Screwworm
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Hitchcock council to discuss immigration enforcement partnership
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Galveston family celebrates late legislator Babe Schwartz's 100th birthday
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Texas leading in Iran conflict, drone boat company rescues pilots, attacks Iran
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As of this weekend, and every weekend until September 1, 2026, the Seawall Route and railcar trolley will operate on hourly service until 12 p.m. Beginning at 12 p.m., both services will transition to half-hourly service for the remainder of the day. Thank your fo
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Texas gulf shrimp season opens amid US industry anxiety over labor, costs, imports
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Inside the Years-Long Fight to Keep Galveston Wild
Inside the Years-Long Fight to Keep Galveston Wild <...
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American National puts Galveston's only downtown skyscraper up for sale
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Galveston vigil honors Lorenzo Salgado Araujo after fatal Houston ICE shooting
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Arrest of self-described First Amendment activist raises questions about harassment law
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business
Port of Galveston's fifth planned cruise terminal expected to bring business boom
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Day Trips: Texas Heroes Monument, Galveston
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Water Colors: Galveston Aggie Studies Hues under the sea
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Ira Clayborn Rogers - The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
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This Beloved Texas Island Is Where Generations Of Families Go To Slow Down Every Summer
This Beloved Texas Island Is Where Generations Of Families...
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Galveston port vows this impact from new cruise terminal
Galveston port vows this impact fr...
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Galveston County Asks for Dismissal of Redistricting Lawsuit
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Petteway v. Galveston County, Tex.
Petteway v. Galveston County, Tex. The American Redistrict...
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Margaritaville in Galveston starts to take shape
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Galveston County’s New Map Sets Stage To Dismiss Petteway Redistricting Lawsuit
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Heavy rain causes street flooding in Galveston
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Galveston watches Tropical Depression 2 as forecasters track Gulf system
Currently spinning up below Florida’s panhandle, forecasts on Monday show the storm losing strength south of Louisiana in the middle of the week before falling apart on Texas’ coast toward the end of the week, according to meteorologists and the…...
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PHOTOS: Galveston Island’s 13th annual dog surfing competition
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Galveston watches Tropical Depression 2 as forecasters track Gulf system
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TxDOT Closing I-45 lane in Galveston County all week for railroad overpass work
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Don’t miss the Galveston Beach Band’s weekly concert at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at the Sealy Pavilion behind Ashton Villa. The free summer concert series has been extended through August 11, due to a weather cancellation in June. Remaining concert dates ar
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Two Hitchcock children found safe in North Dakota after multi-state search
The investigation began Saturday after police received information that the two girls had been removed from their legal guardian in Hitchcock despite the emergency court order....
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La Marque police seek shooter after woman is wounded three times
Officers responded to a reported shooting about 4:25 a.m. Friday at a residence in the 200 block of Franlee Street, where they found a woman with three gunshot wounds, police said. The department declined to identify the woman....
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Drivers headed to Galveston face new I-45 detours
The most significant change is scheduled for the evening of July 31, when the Texas Department of Transportation will permanently close the westbound state Highway 146 connector to southbound Interstate 45 at the Wye....
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Galveston County's legal battles span voting rights, excessive force claims
Commissioners also face a Friday deadline to respond to Palacios et al. v. Galveston County, a federal lawsuit filed by the family of Saul Vargas over his death in the Galveston County Jail....
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Tropical depression unlikely to bring major impacts to Galveston County
Currently spinning up south of the Florida Panhandle, forecasts on Monday show the storm losing strength south of Louisiana in the middle of the week before falling apart on the Texas coast toward the end of the week, according to…...
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