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Minnie Driver 'in shock' after 'really bad' car accident

Minnie Driver says she's thankful to be alive after being injured in a car accident.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Kelsey Plum surprised Dream coach with a mid-fall bear hug

New Phoenix Mercury superstar guard Kelsey Plum accidentally bear hugged Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko while going for the basketball in her team's road loss on Wednesday night....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

As drought worsens in Texas Panhandle, state fire resources activated

Despite recent storms, most of the Texas Panhandle is seeing an increase in drought and fire danger as the region enters into the month of August — a peak month for wildfire season....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Hitchcock water main break disrupts service along Highway 6

Residents along a stretch of Highway 6 in Hitchcock are without water service after an emergency water main break was reported near Good Ol’ Days restaurant. Large fire destroys Galveston seafood warehouse; 2 hospitalized, dog rescued The City of Hitchcock’s Public Works Departme...

Click2Houston KPRC2 · Aug 6, 2026

Spokane fires are spewing smoke. Maps track smoke, containment

Three major wildfires continued burning around Washington state’s second-largest city on Aug. 6, entering their sixth day after destroying hundreds of homes and other structures and forcing tens of...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Perez Hilton, a medical emergency and how fans stepped in

Editor's Note: If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.”...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Spokane-area wildfires enter sixth day. See containment percentages

Three large wildfires in northeast Washington that have forced tens of thousands of evacuations, destroyed homes and damaged some 1,000 other structures continued to rage Aug. 6....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Man accused of cutting diver's air during Florida lobster dispute

A South Florida man is facing an attempted murder charge after he was accused of intentionally cutting off a diver’s air supply during a dispute at a lobster diving site, police said....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

What to know about the suspect in Spokane wildfires

As summer wildfires continue to ravage Eastern Washington, torching hundreds of homes and forcing tens of thousands to flee, one blaze stands out for the degree of devastation and displacement it has...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 6, 2026

Teen's death spurs search for video in Abilene

After a fatal shooting over the weekend, the Abilene Police Department is asking residents in the area for help, according to a media release.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Firefighters gain ground against flames around Spokane, Washington

By Steve Gorman Aug 5 (Reuters) - Firefighters making big strides against a cluster of blazes near Spokane, Washington, scrambled on Wednesday to secure their gains as they anticipated a return of...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

City of Wichita Falls designates next police chief

The Wichita Falls man designated as the next Wichita Falls police chief will be presented to the City Council for confirmation Aug. 18 during a public meeting, the city announced in a media release...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Man dressed as Grim Reaper arrested after hospital disturbance

A 26-year-old man was arrested and fined after climbing onto the roof of a hospital in Wales while dressed as the Grim Reaper and staring down at patients, visitors and staff, according to multiple...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Tempo, Fire both out to emerge from expansion blues

The WNBA's two expansion franchises are struggling entering their second meeting of the season.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Failed DOJ Reflecting Pool case just the latest 'politicized' misfire

WASHINGTON – The Justice Department's collapsed felony criminal indictment charging a former Olympian with damaging the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool is just the latest in a string of legal...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Building explosion in Bronx leaves one seriously injured, FDNY says

NEW YORK − An explosion inside a Bronx apartment building left one person with serious injuries, New York City fire officials said. Just before 12:30 p.m. on Aug....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Perez Hilton recibe atención médica tras una emergencia durante un livestream

Las autoridades del condado de Miami-Dade respondieron el lunes 4 de agosto a la vivienda del bloguero y podcaster Perez Hilton después de recibir múltiples llamadas de personas que alertaban sobre...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

El Paso police conduct death investigation in far East Side

El Paso police detectives are investigating a death in the far East Side, a police spokesperson said.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Dengue cases are in these Florida locations. Mosquito-proofing ideas

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County issued an alert for mosquito-borne illness on Aug. 3 in response to a recently confirmed case of "locally-acquired" dengue....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Boxing-Chapman recovering after emergency surgery for brain bleed

Aug 5 (Reuters) - British boxer Raven Chapman is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain bleed following a collapse during a sparring session in Denmark, her management team Vote...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Former NMSU player faces arrest after no-show at Las Cruces trial

A former New Mexico State University basketball player is being sought by law enforcement after he failed to appear at his sexual assault trial in Las Cruces while playing professional basketball...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Dressed for Success: Michael Thorbjornsen's Adidas golf apparel at the 2026 Rocket Classic

Michael Thorbjornsen fired a bogey-free 63 on Sunday at the Rocket Classic to secure his first PGA Tour victory in dramatic fashion.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Washington election results: Latest on House primary races

Voters in some parts of Washington cast ballots despite evacuations amid ongoing wildfires.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Ever-optimistic Reds aim to send A's to 12th consecutive series loss

Cincinnati closer Emilio Pagan coined the expression "make it weird" to reflect the attitude of the players who were hoping to make it difficult for the Reds to trade away multiple players in a fire...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Perez Hilton prompts police response after TikTok video raises alarm

Miami authorities on Aug. 4 responded to the home of Perez Hilton after several reports alleged the podcaster was seen harming himself on a TikTok livestream....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 5, 2026

Ohio high school football coach fired weeks before season due to ‘on-field incident’

Archbishop Carroll High School (Dayton, Ohio) has fired head football coach Mike Pomfret just two weeks before the start of its season.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

How CBS could replace Tony Romo with a Fox broadcasting superstar

Tony Romo's OWI arrest from a couple of weeks ago has left many wondering abut his future at CBS.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

Manhattan train delays Tuesday after morning fire injures 14

A cleaning train caught fire in a lower Manhattan subway station early Tuesday morning, injuring 14, officials say.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

Arson suspect arrested as wildfires rage around Spokane, Washington

SPOKANE, Washington, Aug 4 (Reuters) - A man has been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting one of three fires that have destroyed hundreds of buildings and forced tens of thousands of people...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

San Francisco Giants trade deadline winners and losers: What's next after fire sale?

The San Francisco Giants did the inevitable and got rid of multiple players in a fire sale during MLB's trade deadline in hopes of salvaging the remainder of the season with a focus on next year....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

UFC's Danny Silva details scary medical emergency leading to hospitalization

Danny Silva isn't sure what his future holds inside or out of the cage. The UFC featherweight was simply going through his usual training routine, but knew something was wrong....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

Man charged in killing of kidnapped businessman shot in trunk

A Southern California man has been charged in the killing of a businessman who authorities believe was abducted from outside his home and fatally shot in the trunk of a car just moments after a police...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

Yen clings to intervention gains as traders stay alert to more

By Rae Wee SINGAPORE, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The yen held on to most of its intervention-driven gains on Tuesday, after last week's joint action by Tokyo and Washington to shore up the currency kept...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 4, 2026

Wildfires near Spokane destroy more than 700 buildings, force 64,000 to flee

By Steve Gorman Aug 3 (Reuters) - Wildfires raging on the outskirts of Spokane, Washington, for a third day have destroyed at least 700 buildings and forced tens of thousands of people to flee their...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation sees brighter days ahead for 153-year-old landmark

The Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation, led by Executive Director Amy Maxwell Chase and President Mike Maxwell, has spent the past decade restoring the historic landmark after more than a century of hurricanes, coastal winds, humidity and even an accidental military…...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Luis Arraez trade grades: Did Phillies cure offensive woes in deal with Giants?

In their desperation to revamp both their sagging offense and a pitching staff gasping for air, the Philadelphia Phillies fired their biggest trade deadline shot early on Monday, Aug. 3, acquiring...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Scott Hylands, 'Fargo' and 'Night Heat' actor, dies at 83

Actor Scott Hylands, best known for starring in the 1980s police drama "Night Heat," has died. He was 83.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Police identify suspect in deadly In-N-Out shooting

Law enforcement has identified the man they say opened fire at an Idaho In-N-Out Burger, killing three people and injuring seven others.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Ingleside police officer indicted, accused of assault during arrest

A San Patricio County grand jury indicted Ingleside police officer Samuel J. Hernandez on a charge of official oppression stemming from an incident that happened on May 2....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Rocket Classic battled COVID, tornadoes, wildfire smoke but the PGA Tour stop is over

DETROIT — The Rocket Classic left its mark. Now, it's leaving a void.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

NYC warns of flash flooding as city braces for heavy rain

Multiple weather alerts have been issued for New York City as officials brace for plenty of rain in the coming days.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Photos show devastation left behind by Washington wildfires

Washington state is facing record-setting wildfires, which have destroyed hundreds of homes and caused thousands to evacuate.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Spokane wildfires force 60,000 to flee in Washington

About 60,000 people have evacuated from the Spokane, Washington, area as wildfires fueled by strong winds destroyed hundreds of buildings and knocked out power across the region, officials said....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

History of Japan's intervention in currency markets

SINGAPORE, Aug 3 (Reuters) - The yen leapt on Monday, keeping traders on alert for further intervention from authorities to shore up Japan's historically weak currency, days after Tokyo and Washington...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

About 60,000 ordered to evacuate from fires in Spokane, Washington

By Tatiana Bautzer NEW YORK, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Around 60,000 people have been ordered to evacuate as wildfires threaten the city of Spokane in Washington state, local officials said Sunday, adding the...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 3, 2026

Deputies investigate teen’s death after gunfire reported at northwest Houston apartment complex

Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to an apartment complex in northwest Houston Saturday night after neighbors reported hearing a gunshot. According to HCSO Sgt. Greg Pinkins, deputies with Precinct 4 arrived at Hacienda Bonita Apartments in the 14400 block of El...

Click2Houston KPRC2 · Aug 2, 2026

Exclusive-Japan to announce Tokyo, Washington took joint action on yen, sources say

TOKYO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama will announce on Monday that Tokyo and Washington took joint action in the currency market to arrest the yen's slide to 40-year lows...

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 2, 2026

Three dead in Idaho shopping center shooting

Aug 1 (Reuters) - Three people died after a gunman opened fire in a shopping area in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday, according to a city spokesman.

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 2, 2026

Shooting near In-N-Out in Idaho leaves multiple fatalities, including suspect, police say

Multiple people were killed and others were injured in a shooting near an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday, Aug. 1, according to local police....

Galveston County Daily News · Aug 2, 2026

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