12-year-old girl kidnapped then assaulted by Dallas man at Galveston hotel, police say

abc13.com (News) 2/4 1:03A Luke Jones

A Dallas man is behind bars after police say he was found in a Galveston hotel room with a 12-year-old girl who'd been reported missing hours earlier.

City prepares for Mardi Gras! Galveston, Feb. 6 – 17

City of Galveston (News Flash) 2/2 3:29A

Mardi Gras returns to Galveston this week, bringing parades, concerts and celebrations to the island as the city prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors.

Harris County Constable Deputies Arrest Suspect After Foot Chase Near Hobby Airport

Texas Herald News 2/2 3:04A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON Deputies with Harris County Constable Precinct 2 arrested a suspect following a foot pursuit near Hobby Airport on Sunday, February 1, 2026. According to officials, day shift deputies initiated a subject stop in the 8200 block of Broadway...

NTSB releases preliminary report into the deadly Galveston plane crash that killed 6 people

abc13.com (News) 1/31 8:57A Nick Natario

Aviation experts said a new NTSB report into a deadly Galveston plane crash provides clues into what happened, but no answers.

King Gambrinus Raises His Stein Again

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 3:53A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor Imagine roughly 450 people have climbed into their positions on garishly captivating Mardi Gras floats with larger-than-life towering figures. It...

Two Galveston Charities Receive Elks Lodge Grants

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 3:48A Ruth Ann Ruiz

By Ruth Ann Ruiz The Post Newspaper Features Editor Gulf Coast Big Brothers Big Sisters and St. Vincent House of Galveston both received $3,000 grants from Elks Lodge No. 126 this past week. Leslie...

For February 3rd – 7th the pets of the week are Connor and Ariel.

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 3:13A Publisher

Say hello to Connor(A042803), he is dressed to impress and ready to snuggle! This 6 year old tuxedo is a total sweetheart who lives for lap time. He is a mellow, gentle soul who loves to chat with his favorite people. Whether you’re reading a book...

Fishing Forecast

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 2:51A Brandon Williams

Bolivar: FAIR. 50 degrees. Winter has arrived with changing winds with super low tides. Check the forecast before you head out or call ahead to your favorite bait shop. Best fishing is deeper holes and near structures. Water temperatures are...

2026 Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade lights up Galveston

abc13.com (News) 1/30 4:21P KTRK

One of the biggest and brightest Mardi Gras parades in Galveston is the Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade.

BATTLESHIP TEXAS FOUNDATION LAUNCHESROUND UP AT THE REGISTER

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/27 6:58A Publisher

Katie’s Seafood House first to join the fundraising partnership Galveston, TX − The Battleship Texas Foundation has launched a new community fundraising initiative, “Round Up at the Register,” offering an easy way for residents and visitors to...

Rotary Club of Galveston Island donates $5K to local Meals on Wheels

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/27 6:53A Publisher

GALVESTON, Texas (Jan. 20, 2025) – The Rotary Club of Galveston Island and its Foundation awarded a $5,000 Spotlight Grant to the Galveston Island Meals on Wheels on Jan. 13, 2026, during the Rotary Club’s weekly Tuesday meeting at The San Luis...

Two Arrested After 72-Year-Old Woman Killed in Northeast Houston Shooting

Texas Herald News 1/27 5:58A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON, TX Houston police have arrested two suspects in connection with a deadly shooting that left a 72-year-old woman dead and two others wounded early Monday morning. Officers were called to a residence at 4018 Lockwood Drive in the Kashmere...

Texas Rangers Investigating Death of Harris County Jail Inmate After Medical Emergency

Texas Herald News 1/27 5:53A Amalia Weigandt

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas A 56-year-old inmate housed in the Harris County Jail has died following a medical emergency, according to authorities. Anthony Delarosa was pronounced deceased at HCA Clear Lake Hospital at 11:35 a.m. on Saturday, January...

Deputy Rescues Puppy Found Crying Inside Locked Suitcase In East Harris County

Texas Herald News 1/27 5:51A Amalia Weigandt

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas A Harris County deputy rescued a puppy Monday after responding to a report of a suspicious package and discovering the animal locked inside a suitcase. On January 26, District 3 Deputy K. Moore with the Harris County...

Man Arrested Assaulting Two Elderly Victims In Far North Houston

Texas Herald News 1/26 4:51A Amalia Weigandt

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a man after responding to a disturbance call that led to the discovery of an alleged assault involving two elderly victims in a far North Houston neighborhood. The...