Dickinson's Bayou Animal Services could face serious budget cuts
Residents and the city's mayor warned that slashing the animal services budget would ultimately increase costs and degrade the city,
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Home at last: Elissa returns to Galveston
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.
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Firefighters battle large warehouse fire near Galveston Yacht Basin
Initial radio traffic indicated crews were dispatched to a working structure fire at a two-story warehouse where heavy smoke and flames were visible. Firefighters secured hydrants and initially entered the building before incident command ordered crews to evacuate because of…
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Galveston council votes against holding in-person interviews for two committees
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.
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Galveston County school districts show gains in latest state ratings, but one falls behind
Friendswood, Clear Creek, Dickinson, High Island, Galveston and Santa Fe ISDs all earned overall scores of at least 80 out of 100, while Texas City ISD scored 77 and Hitchcock ISD scored 67. The ratings measure student performance on state…
Dickinson Police union calls for probe after payroll data goes online
Councilman Joe Wilburn posted two photos of a computer screen to the Dickinson Politics Uncensored private Facebook group that contained the names, positions and salaries of 113 city employees, igniting public backlash and the possibility of legal action.
Galveston County employees fear time-off changes will cost them thousands
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.
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Upscale cocktail lounge likely coming to League City’s west side
Upscale cocktail lounge likely coming to League City’s west side Community Impact
Texas City pastor, businessman found dead in Moses Lake
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.
Texas City man charged with tampering with evidence after allegedly trying to flush drugs
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.
After historic voyage, Elissa sails home to Galveston
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 rail
Despite flyers and posts implying otherwise, no new commuter rail project connecting the two cities is being discussed, nor does the Houston-Galveston Area Council have specific studies gauging public interest in a train route.
Gulf Copper, Davie Defense plan new era of shipbuilding in Galveston
The two are preparing for a sweeping modernization of the historic Galveston shipyard, a project expected to bring massive enclosed production facilities, automated steel fabrication, heavy-lift cranes and new waterfront infrastructure to a site where shipbuilding operations date to 1906.
Galveston College launches robotics program to prepare workers for automated future
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.
Cell service strains under Galveston's tourism boom
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…
Texas City man found dead in Moses Lake after boat capsizes
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.
All Friendswood ISD schools earn high marks from state education agency
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.
Symphony of the Seas Opens CocoCay Weeks From Galveston
Symphony of the Seas Opens CocoCay Weeks From Galveston deeparrival.com
Another LNG supplier targets Galveston bunkering
Another LNG supplier targets Galveston bunkering engine.online
Expo seeks local workforce for Galveston’s next wave of development
Contractors, suppliers, engineers, architects and representatives of some of the island's largest institutions gathered at the University of Texas Medical Branch's Levin Hall for the Galveston Construction B2B Expo.
Margaritaville developers make renewed case for Texas City project
During a packed City Commission workshop, representatives from developer Minto Communities laid out their vision for Latitude Margaritaville Galveston Bay, that would be the first 55-and-older master-planned community in Texas for the brand selling a lifestyle inspired by singer-songwriter Jimmy…
Whatever the facts of when and why, UTMB did right for Raimer
Whatever the facts of when and why, UTMB did right for Raimer The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
Guest commentary: Join the fight to protect Galveston from surge now
Guest commentary: Join the fight to protect Galveston from surge now The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
Foundation donates $115,000 for Friendswood ISD's Therapeutic Education Center
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.
Galveston County grand jury indicts 3 men in June killings, upgrades 1 case to capital murder
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.
League City voters to decide fate of Flock surveillance cameras
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…
Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned?
Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned? Click2Houston
Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce names 2026 Women of the Year honorees
The honorees will be recognized Sept. 11 at the Galveston Women’s Conference at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.
Galveston Island Wine Festival Returns Labor Day Weekend
Galveston Island Wine Festival Returns Labor Day Weekend galveston.com
Is Mark Walter selling the Dodgers and Sparks along with Lakers?
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 year after his initial purchase.
New cars cost nearly $50K. Here are 5 affordable car brands under $40K
Only five major car brands averaged sales prices under $40,000 in the United States in June 2026 as average new car prices remain close to $50,000 and car shoppers are feeling the pinch.
David Bailey could be one of the top NFL rookies this decade
It's hard to toss a rookie onto the field with an entire roster's worth of NFL veterans and have them emerge looking like the best player out of the bunch.
Is Jeanie Buss still involved with Lakers after sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner?
Jeanie Buss has been the Los Angeles Lakers governor even after her family sold the majority stake in the legendary NBA franchise to Mark Walter in 2025.
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