U.S. Senate passes short-term funding bill to avert federal shutdown before election
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Plane crash-lands at Scholes International Airport
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Judge dismisses $100 million Moody lawsuit against Galveston attorney
The judge granted a directed verdict Friday after determining there was insufficient evidence to send the case to a jury, Ross McDonald, an attorney representing Irwin "Buddy" Herz, said....
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Galveston's historic Reedy Chapel gets $6.7M Moody grant for repairs
The state's oldest African Methodist Episcopal Church will use the money to repair its 140-year-old building on Broadway.
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Galveston leaders to receive update on homeless initiative after crackdown
Homelessness is increasing on the island, as job losses, medical bills and other financial setbacks leave more people struggling to keep a roof over their heads, nonprofit leaders and civic leaders said Monday....
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Independence Village’s longest resident celebrates 90th birthday
Shirley Bradford celebrated her 90th birthday Sunday just one week after Independence Village marked its 34th anniversary, bringing together two milestones that reflect a remarkable connection between one woman and the community she has called home since 1992....
government
League City election Q&A: Dinah Carpenter
City council candidate Dinah Carpenter answers questions about her priorities, Flock Safety cameras and the future of League City.
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League City election Q&A: Sean Doyle
City council candidate Sean Doyle answers questions about his priorities, Flock Safety cameras and the future of League City.
safety
Driver charged with intoxication assault in crash with motorcycle
The motorcyclist was seriously injured Sunday night on Seawall Boulevard, police said Monday.
government
Planning Commission to consider street abandonment proposal
Commissioners will meet at 3:30 p.m. in city council chambers, 823 25th St., after they voted on Sept. 22 to postpone the proposal on Sept. 22, at the request of the Grand Galvez....
schools
Galveston Arts Center names new interim executive director
Selah Tacconi brings more than two decades of experience in nonprofit management, higher education, fundraising and organizational development.