County Judge Mark Henry and the four county commissioners voted Monday to defer a proposal to revise the county’s time-off policy. Commissioner Hank Dugie proposed the changes to unify the county’s time-off rules and save taxpayer money.
Jail records list about 80 immigration holds and related arrests during the period, including 35 in Galveston, 21 in League City and 24 elsewhere in the county. More than 64% of the 58 detainees had no related arrest, while seven…
Council voted 5-2 to eliminate interviews for the Wharves Board and Planning Commission after rejecting a motion from councilmen Bob Brown and Alex Porretto to keep the practice by the same vote.
Harris County is staring down a $178 million budget shortfall — and if commissioners approve a proposed tax increase, homeowners could feel it in their wallets. The county is considering a tax rate that would increase the property tax bill on a median-valued homestead by about $90 next year. Fact...
Tax Assessor-Collector Cheryl E. Johnson is encouraging property owners to register for electronic statements through the Galveston County Tax Office website.
Families, supporters and well-wishers gathered along the waterfront Saturday morning to watch the Official Tall Ship of Texas return to the Galveston Historic Seaport after a journey that included stops in New York, Boston, Savannah and Pensacola.
Families, supporters and well-wishers gathered along the waterfront Saturday morning to watch the Official Tall Ship of Texas return to the Galveston Historic Seaport after a journey that included stops in New York, Boston, Savannah and Pensacola.
Residents and the city's mayor warned that slashing the animal services budget would ultimately increase costs and degrade the city,
Galveston County school districts show gains in latest state ratings, but one falls behindAug 14
Dickinson Police union calls for probe after payroll data goes onlineAug 14
Commissioners Court will discuss and vote Monday on changes to the county’s time-off policy that could wipe out years of accumulated time and eliminate payouts. For some, that could mean losing tens of thousands of dollars they were counting on.
Upscale cocktail lounge likely coming to League City’s west side Community Impact
Robert Kenneth Gass was found near the center of Moses Lake after crews searched the area by boat and helicopter, according to information released by Texas City officials.
Deputies arrested Michael James Human, 43, at the Costa Azul Apartments, 3404 Ninth Ave. North, after searching a residence as part of a narcotics investigation, according to the Galveston County Precinct One Constable’s Office.
Elissa is expected to return to the Galveston Historic Seaport, completing a history-making voyage that took the Official Tall Ship of Texas to New York, Boston, Savannah and Pensacola as part of events surrounding the nation's 250th anniversary.
Sorry, but there's no plan for Houston-Galveston railAug 13
Gulf Copper, Davie Defense plan new era of shipbuilding in GalvestonAug 13
Building an automated future will require workers who can design, program, repair and maintain automated systems. The college’s engineering technology degree and certificate program aims to prepare students for those jobs, with classes beginning Monday.
Dropped calls, stalled data connections and payment terminals that hesitate during the busiest weekends have become familiar frustrations for some locals, particularly when cruise ships are in port or major events such as Mardi Gras, Lone Star Rally and summer…
Robert Kenneth Gass was found near the center of Moses Lake after crews searched the area by boat and helicopter, according to information released by Texas City officials.
The district received an overall A rating with a score of 92 out of 100, while C.W. Cline Elementary, Westwood Elementary, Windsong Intermediate, Zue S. Bales Intermediate, Friendswood Junior High and Friendswood High School each received A ratings.
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Margaritaville developers make renewed case for Texas City projectAug 12
Expo seeks local workforce for Galveston’s next wave of developmentAug 12Whatever the facts of when and why, UTMB did right for Raimer The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
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A 12-member grand jury reviewed evidence presented by the District Attorney’s Office against Kristian Jon McMurrin, 21, Isaiah Demar Johnson, 38, and Lee Andrew Sims, 73, and determined there was enough evidence for the cases to proceed.
City council's decision to leave it to voters comes as U.S. cities face intense divisions over Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras. While dozens of municipalities have canceled contracts or deactivated systems because of privacy and surveillance backlash, others…
The Legacy Grant, supported by the U Foundation, will fund development of an outdoor space where students can engage in hands-on learning, movement and sensory activities, according to the education foundation.
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The honorees will be recognized Sept. 11 at the Galveston Women’s Conference at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
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The Legacy Grant, supported by the U Foundation, will fund development of an outdoor space where students can engage in hands-on learning, m…
Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned? Click2Houston
The honorees will be recognized Sept. 11 at the Galveston Women’s Conference at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
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WASHINGTON — Mike Lindell, a close ally of President Donald Trump known as the "My Pillow Guy," said he's not ready to concede in the Republ…
In a surprising turn of events, the new owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, Mark Walter, has reportedly decided to sell the team less than one …
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Jeanie Buss has been the Los Angeles Lakers governor even after her family sold the majority stake in the legendary NBA franchise to Mark Wa…
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Ramona Shelburne: Mark Walter is only selling the Lakers in this transaction, sources said.
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