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Federal agents seized more than $6 million in counterfeit FIFA merchandise at Port Houston and Galveston, warning consumers about fake goods ahead of major sporting events.

A $1 billion shipbuilding investment in Galveston is expected to create thousands of jobs, with local schools and colleges receiving funding to prepare students for maritime careers.

The Port of Galveston is proposing a $40 million development project on Pelican Island to support shipbuilding growth, improve logistics and expand cargo and fuel infrastructure.
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Carnival Cruise Line is notifying passengers about major roadwork near Galveston’s cruise terminals, warning of delays and changes to shuttle and drop-off procedures as a TxDOT project continues.

A global slowdown in J-1 visa appointments could disrupt summer hiring across the U.S., but Galveston officials say local staffing remains on track for now. Concerns center on embassy backlogs, policy changes and reduced interview capacity affecting thousands of international student workers.