Galveston Island’s history gains a long-overdue spotlight as James Helton and Wavery Guidry, two Black lifeguards who made over 30 rescues during the Jim Crow era, are honored with a Texas Undertold Story Marker.
Brazoria County Deputy Jesus Vargas was fatally shot in southwest Houston on Wednesday while serving a warrant. After an extensive manhunt, suspect Robert Davis III was killed in a police shootout.
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office is significantly expanding its mental health program, adding 19 certified deputies and enhancing community support services.
For the first time, Jamaica Beach officials on Galveston Island are planning a dune restoration project after Hurricane Beryl devastated the coastline. The initiative aims to rebuild protective dunes, improve safety, and restore the beach’s accessibility.