Galveston receives $2 million EPA grant for remediation at Shield Park

City of Galveston (News Flash) 7/10 6:40A

A years-long effort to transform Shield Park into a vibrant neighborhood gathering space reached a major milestone in late June with the award of a $2 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

City of Galveston launches online cemetery records search tool

City of Galveston (News Flash) 7/10 5:50A

Starting July 10, the public can access cemetery records online as part of an effort to digitize historical records from the City of Galveston's six municipal cemeteries.

Crews repairing Seawall Blvd between 16th and 17th streets

City of Galveston (News Flash) 7/9 4:55A

A block on Seawall Blvd will be closed for a few hours today (Thursday, July 9) to repair a buckle.

GLO letter shows Galveston pump station project may lose millions if it's not completed on time

abc13.com (News) 7/7 10:21P Nick Natario

The Texas General Land Office believes Galveston may not finish a flood mitigation project on time, and in a letter, has asked the city to consider a scaled proposal.

Galveston County officials say domestic violence cases on the rise

abc13.com (News) 7/7 10:21P Daniela Hurtado

The Galveston County District Attorney's Office says that in late June, they saw three separate domestic violence murders in a week.

Port of Galveston Opens New Berth with First Cargo Vessel Call

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 7/7 9:05A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor The Port of Galveston’s new cargo berth officially opened for business July 2 with a Wallenius Wilhelmsen cargo carrier delivering roll-on/roll-off...

Man Arrested After Stealing Ambulance With Paramedic Inside in Tomball

Texas Herald News 7/7 3:57A Amalia Weigandt

TOMBALL, Texas — A man has been arrested after authorities say he stole a private ambulance with a paramedic still inside before abandoning the vehicle and attempting to flee on foot. According to Constable Mark Herman s Office, deputies...

Houston Police Investigating Apparent Murder-Suicide at Astrodome Area Hotel

Texas Herald News 7/6 6:55A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON, Texas — Houston police are investigating the deaths of two children and a woman after they were found with gunshot wounds inside a hotel room in what investigators believe was an apparent murder-suicide. According to the Houston Police...

A Salute to America: Summer Concert Series Marks 250th Anniversary

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 7/4 6:35A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor Katilyn, along with about 150 others, came out on Thursday to enjoy live open-air music and usher in our nation’s 250 th anniversary. The live show...

Rotary Club of Galveston Island welcomes new president, officers

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 7/4 6:28A Publisher

GALVESTON, Texas (July 1, 2026) – The Rotary Club of Galveston Island held its annual leadership transition June 30 at The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center, installing a new president and...

For July 7th- July 11th the pets of the week are Kovu and Romeo

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 7/4 6:13A Publisher

Say hello to Kovu (A043749)! He is an incredibly affectionate 4 legged shadow who has never met a feeling he didn t want to share. He is a verbal kitty who will gladly meow to tell you all about his...

Person killed in crash impacting I-45 SB lanes at 71st Street in Galveston County, police say

abc13.com (News) 7/3 2:08P KTRK

Galveston PD confirmed one person died after saying multiple people were taken to the hospital due to a multi-vehicle crash on I-45 South at 71st Street.

A 1930’s Kind of Grace

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 7/1 3:23A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor Her voice has grown richer since the first time I heard her sing. She explains it simply as a matter of confidence. “I feel so confident now singing...

41-year-old man arrested after assaulting security officer in Galveston, jail records show

abc13.com (News) 6/30 9:21P KTRK

A suspect has been arrested after assaulting a security officer in Galveston, according to jail records.

Galveston Co. commissioners unanimously vote for new redistricting map

abc13.com (News) 6/30 6:29A Nick Natario

The map passed after at least 48 speakers addressed it, which impacts residents in Bolivar and Galveston.