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One dead after shooting in Galveston
Police confirmed the victim died and that no other injuries were reported. No suspect was in custody as of Tuesday night, police said.
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Agencies in Galveston County seized $2.2M as millions more await forfeiture
Proponents view asset forfeiture as a tool for disrupting criminal activity, while critics argue it creates financial incentives for law enforcement and leaves property owners with limited ability to challenge seizures....
government
Windstorm association approves $44 million loan for 2024 storm losses
Directors voted unanimously in favor of a short-term loan from JPMorgan Chase Bank, which officials expect to repay within days. Chief Financial Officer Stuart Harbour said the borrowing isn't related to a funding shortage or the association's ability to pay…...
News
Your doctor is an hour away. $281 Million is about to change that for rural Texans.
If you live in Houston or Harris County, a hospital is probably minutes away. But drive an hour outside the city — into Waller County, Grimes County, Wharton County, or Colorado County — and the picture looks completely different. That’s the reality Governor Greg Abbott is workin...
library
Land office to host meeting about Beryl damage in Galveston County
The Moore Memorial Public Library, 1701 Ninth Ave. N., will host the event, which aims to connect Galveston County homeowners with programs offering reimbursement for completed repairs or assistance to repair or rebuild....