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Galveston bets on LNG with $240 million port development
The project, known as Project Seawolf, would establish what developers describe as the Gulf Coast's first fully integrated marine LNG fueling facility, providing fuel for cruise ships and cargo vessels operating in the Galveston, Houston and Texas City ship channels....
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League City prepares for possible end of Flock camera use
If the proposed resolution passes, the city would have 72 hours to either have Flock Safety remove the more than 50 cameras in the city or cover them to prevent further data collection....
government
Texas City commissioner proposes major dike redevelopment
City Commissioner Jason Delgado's proposal calls for a phased redevelopment approach that would begin with engineering studies examining traffic flow, utility infrastructure and the feasibility of attracting private investment....
safety
Man charged with aggravated assault after Crystal Beach stabbing
Police accused John Wayne Culpepper of stabbing a person in the 1000 block of Bay Vue Road. The person suffered a stab wound that deputies determined was not life-threatening, according to the Sheriff’s Office....
schools
College of the Mainland unplugs and reviews after 'Run. Hide. Fight.' error
The false message about a shooting at the main campus and urging people on the League City campus to take survival actions “may have caused fear and emotional distress for some members of our community,” officials said in a statement....
government
Galveston Wharves Board approves LNG facility on Pelican Island
The proposed 30-acre facility on Pelican Island would produce about 400,000 gallons of LNG daily, with the potential to expand production to 800,000 gallons....
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Suspect charged with capital murder appears in court following double shooting in Harris County
The man accused of shooting and killing two people in North Harris County earlier this week made his first court appearance Wednesday morning, where a judge ordered him held without bond....
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Street fund, sales tax losses fueled Dickinson budget deficit
Salaries charged to a restricted street maintenance fund, declining sales tax revenue and rising costs left the city facing a general fund shortfall this year that forced staffing and spending cuts....
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Galveston plans long-term care, seeks ownership of Heroes Monument
Councilman Alex Porretto, who worked with the Sidney Sherman Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to highlight the monument’s history and importance, believes the city has a responsibility to preserve the 75-foot monument on Broadway....
safety
Police accuse Richmond man of scamming more than $750K from Friendswood seniors
Friendswood police arrested Suchit Patel at a residence in the 13900 block of Manobrook Court around 2:30 a.m. Patel’s bond was set at $10 million, and police placed an immigration detainer on him to transfer him to U.S. Immigration and…...
business
Santa Fe veteran leads effort to revive VFW Post 5400
Santa Fe VFW Post 5400 is working to reopen, recruit a new generation of veterans and restore its role as a gathering place and source of support for the broader community....
safety
College of the Mainland briefly goes into lockdown after firearm call
A lieutenant with the campus police department said a welfare check for a person from outside the county was “blown out of proportion” after a report stated the person was known to carry a firearm....
News
Gulf storm to bring higher waves but little other local effect
The tropical depression in the southern Gulf became Tropical Storm Isaias about 4 a.m. Wednesday and is expected to reach hurricane strength Thursday, but its projected track has the storm steering clear of the Texas coast before making landfall, according…...
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Lane closures near Texas City Wye rescheduled for weekend
The work originally was scheduled for the weekend of Oct. 3 but was postponed because of weather, department spokesman Danny Perez said.
safety
Hundreds come out to celebrate Midtown’s 22nd National Night Out
Hundreds of people came out to Midtown’s Bagby Park to celebrate National Night Out. There was food, music, raffle ticket drawings and even a hula hooping contest for children. The event drew in elected officials and law enforcement agencies from Houston Police Department, Harris...
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Landscaping project to reshape major Galveston corridors
The landscaping project is a partnership among the city, Texas Department of Transportation and the Galveston Island Tree Conservancy, designed to prune, trim and remove hazardous and overgrown trees at various locations around the island and fix irrigation systems....
business
Cruise growth brings economic gains, growing pains to Galveston
The cruise industry has become one of the fastest-growing pieces of Galveston’s tourism economy, supporting hotels, restaurants and other businesses while generating tens of millions of dollars for the port....
safety
94 detained for ICE custody across Galveston County in September
Nearly 70% of those arrested — 65 people — had only an immigration hold listed in their arrest record, while seven faced violent, sexual, theft or trespassing-related charges, five were accused of traffic offenses or driving under the influence, and…...
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Arizona man sentenced to life in prison for 2025 Galveston murder
Isaac Elijah Garcia-Soto pleaded guilty to murder in the death of Richard Thomas, who was found stabbed to death April 3, 2025, inside his apartment in the 8100 block of Seawall Boulevard....
government
League City election Q&A: Councilman Tom Crews
Councilman Tom Crews answers questions about his priorities, Flock Safety cameras and the future of League City.
government
League City election Q&A: Mayor Nick Long
Mayor Nick Long answers questions about his priorities, Flock Safety cameras and the future of League City as he seeks another term.
safety
Harris County approves new driving course to train deputies for pursuits, emergency calls
Harris County deputies could soon have a new place to practice everything from avoiding crashes to safely ending pursuits. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is planning a new driving training facility that officials say will provide deputies with a dedicated course to prepare fo...
schools
University of Texas Medical Branch celebrates 135 years
Students, alumni and faculty believe a culture of service, innovation and resilience still defines the University of Texas Medical Branch after 135 years of serving Galveston County through storms, pandemics and tragedy....