It’s A Boat… It’s a Train… And Yes, It’s a Float

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 12/6 6:56A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor What’s new in this year’s Galveston County Christmas parades? Galveston County Sherriff’s Polar Express float is new and fresh out of the barns for...

This week’s Galveston County Animal Resource Center Pets of the Week are Cranberry and Cardamom.

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 12/6 6:41A Publisher

Cranberry (A042316) is a three-year old spayed Domestic Short Hair with a black and white coat. Cranberry is friendly, alert, curious and likes to sit or stand at attention with her tail curled around...

In Our Prayers

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 12/6 5:35A Publisher

November 22 Maverick Wise November 24 John Anderson Susana Landers November 25 Eliseo Almendarez, Sr. Harvey Maier, Jr. Maria Payne November 26 Juanita Johnstone November 27 Joseph Terrazas November 28 Gloria Delacerda Evelyn Hensley November 29...

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE NEXTSTEP IN YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY?

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 12/6 5:32A Publisher

Join us for a MONUMENTAL year! The Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce applications are now open for the 35th year of Leadership Mainland! Class of 2026 This premier, long-standing program is designed to connect,...

HPD looking for suspect after shootout at Galveston-area home during attempted invasion

abc13.com (News) 12/3 6:18A Chaz Miller

At least one other suspect is on the run, and the other was found shot several times after a homeowner opened fire early Tuesday morning, HPD said.

Return of Texas City Holiday Traditions Comes with Surprises

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 12/2 7:00A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor Children enjoyed running around the grass in the front lawn of city hall and stepping into line to pick up hot chocolate and cookies. Adults were...

Three Juveniles Arrested After Foot Pursuit in Brunswick Place Neighborhood

Texas Herald News 11/30 8:17A Amalia Weigandt

Harris County Precinct 7 deputies responded to a call about three male suspects seen in a backyard in the Brunswick Place neighborhood. One of them was reported to be carrying a backpack with a handgun inside. When deputies arrived, the group ran...

Four Houston Firefighters Injured After Engine Struck by 18-Wheeler on US 59

Texas Herald News 11/30 8:15A Amalia Weigandt

Early Sunday morning, November 30, Houston Fire Department Engine 104 was blocking lanes on US 59 North near exit 151 for a motor vehicle accident when it was hit by an 18-wheeler. All four firefighters were taken to a local hospital with...

Why Galveston ISD mother says program and longtime leader 'saved' her and her children

abc13.com (News) 11/29 6:50P Brittaney Wilmore

ABC13 spoke with a single mother of four who said Galveston ISD's Special Programs gave her the support she needed to move in the right direction after escaping domestic violence. Now she says she's no longer afraid to speak up.

Driver of vehicle suspected of hit-and-run died in crash during police chase, La Marque PD says

abc13.com (News) 11/28 11:24A KTRK

A suspect vehicle involved in a hit-and-run was pursued by La Marque officers south to the Galveston Seawall, where the driver died in a crash, LMPD said.

Bellaire Police Patrol Unit Hit by Sedan That Ran Red Light; Driver Arrested for DWI

Texas Herald News 11/26 3:06A Amalia Weigandt

A Bellaire Police Department patrol vehicle was involved in a major crash with a speeding sedan early Wednesday morning, November 26, 2025. The collision happened around 1:13 a.m. near Hillcroft Avenue and Willowbend Boulevard. According to...

New STR regulations and registration information

City of Galveston (News Flash) 11/25 3:37A

Owners and operators of STRs in Galveston should be aware of new regulations adopted by City Council at it's regularly scheduled meeting on November 13, 2025

Family of Galveston man on bike killed in hit-and-run sends message of justice

abc13.com (News) 11/24 6:10A Nick Natario

Although jail records reveal the suspect was arrested on Friday, he's not listed in jail. In the meantime, the victim's family says they are continuing to seek justice.

18-year-old surrenders following deadly hit-and-run crash involving a cyclist in Galveston, GPD...

abc13.com (News) 11/22 12:07P KTRK

An 18-year-old Cypress man turned himself in five days after allegedly killing a cyclist in a hit-and-run crash in Galveston, GPD says.

Former HPD captain arrested again, now facing federal child sex crime charges

abc13.com (News) 11/22 12:07P Jessica Willey

Daryn Edwards, a 32-year HPD veteran before he retired in March, was taken into custody at the Galveston County Courthouse by agents assigned to the bureau's Texas City office, the FBI confirmed.