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Firm considers live-longer partnership with UTMB for Galveston - galvnews.com
Firm considers live-longer partnership with UTMB for Galveston galvnews.com
Published on 7 August 2025 | 12:00 am
Former Galveston County Sheriff's Office deputy indicted in inmate death - galvnews.com
Former Galveston County Sheriff's Office deputy indicted in inmate death galvnews.com
Published on 6 August 2025 | 10:30 pm
Former Galveston County Sheriff's Office deputy indicted in inmate death - galvnews.com
Former Galveston County Sheriff's Office deputy indicted in inmate death galvnews.com
Published on 6 August 2025 | 10:30 pm
Galveston trash pickup to be delayed this week, city says - galvnews.com
Galveston trash pickup to be delayed this week, city says galvnews.com
Published on 6 August 2025 | 10:30 pm
Former Galveston County Jail Officer Indicted for Criminally Negligent Homicide in Inmate's Death - Hoodline
Former Galveston County Jail Officer Indicted for Criminally Negligent Homicide in Inmate's Death Hoodline
Published on 6 August 2025 | 8:35 pm
Fatal Shooting at Bacliff Convenience Store Leaves One Dead, Suspect Detained by Galveston County Deputies - Hoodline
Published on 6 August 2025 | 8:14 pm
The City Manager's Report highlighting what the city has recently accomplished and what's to come in the months ahead is now available online at galvestontx.gov/citymanagersreport. - Facebook
Published on 6 August 2025 | 8:03 pm
Former jailer indicted in connection to inmate’s death at Galveston County Jail - Click2Houston
Former jailer indicted in connection to inmate’s death at Galveston County Jail Click2Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:54 pm
Former Galveston County jailer indicted in 2024 death of inmate - KHOU
Former Galveston County jailer indicted in 2024 death of inmate KHOU
Published on 6 August 2025 | 6:53 pm
Former Galveston County jailer indicted for inmate's 2024 death - KHOU
Former Galveston County jailer indicted for inmate's 2024 death KHOU
Published on 6 August 2025 | 6:37 pm
Galveston County: Man charged following deadly shooting near Bacliff supermarket - FOX 26 Houston
Galveston County: Man charged following deadly shooting near Bacliff supermarket FOX 26 Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 6:32 pm
Former Galveston County Jail officer indicted for criminally negligent homicide in inmate’s death - Houston Public Media
Former Galveston County Jail officer indicted for criminally negligent homicide in inmate’s death Houston Public Media
Published on 6 August 2025 | 6:32 pm
Galveston County grand jury indicts former jail officer for death of Saul Vargas - Houston Chronicle
Galveston County grand jury indicts former jail officer for death of Saul Vargas Houston Chronicle
Published on 6 August 2025 | 5:56 pm
Galveston cruise port is planning something big — see what’s on deck - KHOU
Galveston cruise port is planning something big — see what’s on deck KHOU
Published on 6 August 2025 | 5:50 pm
Former Galveston County Jail officer charged with criminally negligent homicide in the death of an inmate in 2024, DA says - ABC13 Houston
Former Galveston County Jail officer charged with criminally negligent homicide in the death of an inmate in 2024, DA says ABC13 Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 5:26 pm
Former Galveston County jailer indicted in inmate's death - FOX 26 Houston
Former Galveston County jailer indicted in inmate's death FOX 26 Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 4:45 pm
Man shot to death at Galveston County supermarket, sheriff's office says - Houston Chronicle
Man shot to death at Galveston County supermarket, sheriff's office says Houston Chronicle
Published on 6 August 2025 | 2:25 pm
Suspect arrested after man shot to death during fight at store on Grand Avenue in Bacliff in Galveston County, deputies say - ABC13 Houston
Suspect arrested after man shot to death during fight at store on Grand Avenue in Bacliff in Galveston County, deputies say ABC13 Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 11:15 am
Heated argument between customers at convenience store in Galveston Co. turns into deadly shooting - Click2Houston
Heated argument between customers at convenience store in Galveston Co. turns into deadly shooting Click2Houston
Published on 6 August 2025 | 10:47 am
‘We’re seeing less fish’ | Galveston fishermen push back on deregulation, warning it could sink industry - KHOU
Published on 6 August 2025 | 3:22 am
Wednesday's Time Schedule - galvnews.com
Wednesday's Time Schedule galvnews.com
Published on 6 August 2025 | 2:29 am
The agenda is available online at galvestontx.gov/agendacenter - Facebook
The agenda is available online at galvestontx.gov/agendacenter Facebook
Published on 5 August 2025 | 8:30 pm
Galveston festival hopes headliner's celebrity feud helps sell tickets - Chron
Galveston festival hopes headliner's celebrity feud helps sell tickets Chron
Published on 5 August 2025 | 8:07 pm
Air quality alert for Houston, Galveston, Brazoria regions - CW39 Houston
Air quality alert for Houston, Galveston, Brazoria regions CW39 Houston
Published on 5 August 2025 | 5:40 pm
Students Highlight Leadership Success at TASB Winter Governance Conference in Galveston - Citizen Portal AI
Students Highlight Leadership Success at TASB Winter Governance Conference in Galveston Citizen Portal AI
Published on 5 August 2025 | 3:00 pm
Galveston's updated master plan forecasts cruise numbers tripling - Seatrade Cruise News
Galveston's updated master plan forecasts cruise numbers tripling Seatrade Cruise News
Published on 5 August 2025 | 2:24 pm
Industrial Development Corporation Meeting - Facebook
Industrial Development Corporation Meeting Facebook
Published on 5 August 2025 | 2:00 pm
Tuesday's Time Schedule - galvnews.com
Tuesday's Time Schedule galvnews.com
Published on 5 August 2025 | 2:28 am
Peak hurricane season is approaching; are you prepared? - galvnews.com
Peak hurricane season is approaching; are you prepared? galvnews.com
Published on 5 August 2025 | 2:00 am
Guest commentary: I'm proud to spread the word of Galveston, Juneteenth - galvnews.com
Guest commentary: I'm proud to spread the word of Galveston, Juneteenth galvnews.com
Published on 5 August 2025 | 1:19 am
Galveston County Community Emergency Response Team seeks volunteers - galvnews.com
Galveston County Community Emergency Response Team seeks volunteers galvnews.com
Published on 4 August 2025 | 11:45 pm
Galveston man charged with fleeing police - galvnews.com
Galveston man charged with fleeing police galvnews.com
Published on 4 August 2025 | 11:30 pm
Weekend filled with great fishing in Galveston Bay, surf - galvnews.com
Weekend filled with great fishing in Galveston Bay, surf galvnews.com
Published on 4 August 2025 | 11:30 pm
AP Technology SummaryBrief at 7:03 p.m. EDT - galvnews.com
AP Technology SummaryBrief at 7:03 p.m. EDT galvnews.com
Published on 4 August 2025 | 11:03 pm
FBI investigates sexual assault allegations on Carnival cruise ship - FOX 35 Orlando
FBI investigates sexual assault allegations on Carnival cruise ship FOX 35 Orlando
Published on 4 August 2025 | 9:40 pm
FBI investigates sexual assault allegations on Carnival cruise ship - FOX 2 Detroit
FBI investigates sexual assault allegations on Carnival cruise ship FOX 2 Detroit
Published on 4 August 2025 | 9:40 pm
Today at City Hall, John Grunden, Janie Torres, and Stephen Brewer were sworn in as the City of Galveston's newest Deputy Marshals. As a part of the City of Galveston's Marshal's office, they will work to enhance the lives of Galvestonians through fair and im - Facebook
Published on 4 August 2025 | 8:54 pm
News Flash • Galveston Youth Ensemble - League City (.gov)
News Flash • Galveston Youth Ensemble League City (.gov)
Published on 4 August 2025 | 4:52 pm
Rep. Weber Demands Update on Downed NOAA Transmitter in Galveston County - TexasGOPVote
Rep. Weber Demands Update on Downed NOAA Transmitter in Galveston County TexasGOPVote
Published on 4 August 2025 | 4:22 pm
TX Houston/Galveston TX Zone Forecast - The Facts
TX Houston/Galveston TX Zone Forecast The Facts
Published on 4 August 2025 | 4:19 pm
Port of Galveston seeking public input on master plan updates - American Journal of Transportation
Port of Galveston seeking public input on master plan updates American Journal of Transportation
Published on 4 August 2025 | 3:31 pm
Landmark Commission Approves Enclosure of Elevator Openings Despite Staff Concerns - Citizen Portal AI
Landmark Commission Approves Enclosure of Elevator Openings Despite Staff Concerns Citizen Portal AI
Published on 4 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston Planning Commission Approves Brick Use for Historic Building Renovation - Citizen Portal AI
Galveston Planning Commission Approves Brick Use for Historic Building Renovation Citizen Portal AI
Published on 4 August 2025 | 7:00 am
3-story Galveston home along Gulf lands among priciest home sales week of July 20 (PHOTOS) - The Business Journals
3-story Galveston home along Gulf lands among priciest home sales week of July 20 (PHOTOS) The Business Journals
Published on 3 August 2025 | 3:00 pm
Galveston’s beloved pitmaster Leon O’Neal looks to pass the torch - Houston Chronicle
Galveston’s beloved pitmaster Leon O’Neal looks to pass the torch Houston Chronicle
Published on 2 August 2025 | 11:09 am
Biz Buzz: Hot dog eatery, Irish pub and tavern make Galveston debuts - galvnews.com
Biz Buzz: Hot dog eatery, Irish pub and tavern make Galveston debuts galvnews.com
Published on 2 August 2025 | 2:30 am
ICE ‘Task Force’ Agreements Expand to Galveston, Beaumont - The Texas Observer
ICE ‘Task Force’ Agreements Expand to Galveston, Beaumont The Texas Observer
Published on 29 July 2025 | 8:59 pm
FBI investigating sexual assault allegations on Carnival Breeze cruise ship in Galveston - Click2Houston
FBI investigating sexual assault allegations on Carnival Breeze cruise ship in Galveston Click2Houston
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
5 reasons to plan a family holiday to Galveston - National Geographic
5 reasons to plan a family holiday to Galveston National Geographic
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
FBI looking into allegations of sexual assault on Galveston-based cruise ship - KHOU
FBI looking into allegations of sexual assault on Galveston-based cruise ship KHOU
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston bicyclist dies in collision on FM 3005 - galvnews.com
Galveston bicyclist dies in collision on FM 3005 galvnews.com
Published on 28 July 2025 | 11:00 pm
Bicyclist hit and killed on Galveston's West End - galvnews.com
Bicyclist hit and killed on Galveston's West End galvnews.com
Published on 28 July 2025 | 4:11 pm
Passenger who died on Galveston-based cruise identified amid ongoing investigation - KHOU
Passenger who died on Galveston-based cruise identified amid ongoing investigation KHOU
Published on 28 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Death on Carnival ship returning to Galveston warrants FBI review, officials say - Houston Chronicle
Death on Carnival ship returning to Galveston warrants FBI review, officials say Houston Chronicle
Published on 28 July 2025 | 1:25 am
Death investigation underway on Galveston-based Carnival cruise ship, law enforcement sources say - KHOU
Death investigation underway on Galveston-based Carnival cruise ship, law enforcement sources say KHOU
Published on 26 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Battleship Texas Finds Permanent Home in Galveston - USNI News
Battleship Texas Finds Permanent Home in Galveston USNI News
Published on 25 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Spotted something electric blue on the beach? Here’s what it is and why you shouldn’t touch it - KHOU
Spotted something electric blue on the beach? Here’s what it is and why you shouldn’t touch it KHOU
Published on 24 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Big cruise shakeup: Major ship pulling out of Galveston in 2027 - KHOU
Big cruise shakeup: Major ship pulling out of Galveston in 2027 KHOU
Published on 23 July 2025 | 7:00 am
City of Galveston cracks down on raccoon feeding at popular seawall spot - KHOU
City of Galveston cracks down on raccoon feeding at popular seawall spot KHOU
Published on 23 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston secures deal for battleship once called 'most powerful weapon in the world' - KHOU
Galveston secures deal for battleship once called 'most powerful weapon in the world' KHOU
Published on 22 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston man arrested at hotel after standoff with SWAT - galvnews.com
Galveston man arrested at hotel after standoff with SWAT galvnews.com
Published on 22 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Another Galveston bar closes, shocking island residents - Chron
Another Galveston bar closes, shocking island residents Chron
Published on 20 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston’s Coastal Barrier Project Receives $500K in Funding - Greater Houston Partnership
Galveston’s Coastal Barrier Project Receives $500K in Funding Greater Houston Partnership
Published on 19 July 2025 | 4:13 pm
Dog surfing competition draws big crowds to Galveston beach - Chron
Dog surfing competition draws big crowds to Galveston beach Chron
Published on 19 July 2025 | 7:00 am
New surveillance video shows deadly police shooting at end of chase in Galveston - ABC13 Houston
New surveillance video shows deadly police shooting at end of chase in Galveston ABC13 Houston
Published on 18 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Biz Buzz: Galveston downtown buzzing with hellos and goodbyes; Texas City Dike gets its first beach shop - galvnews.com
Biz Buzz: Galveston downtown buzzing with hellos and goodbyes; Texas City Dike gets its first beach shop galvnews.com
Published on 18 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Surfing dogs hit Galveston Beach for a cause at the 12th Annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition - Click2Houston
Surfing dogs hit Galveston Beach for a cause at the 12th Annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition Click2Houston
Published on 17 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Our favorite restaurants in Galveston - Houston Chronicle
Our favorite restaurants in Galveston Houston Chronicle
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Driver shot, killed by officers at end of police chase in Galveston - KHOU
Driver shot, killed by officers at end of police chase in Galveston KHOU
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Police chase ends in Galveston; suspect fatally shot by officials - FOX 26 Houston
Police chase ends in Galveston; suspect fatally shot by officials FOX 26 Houston
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Big Battleship Texas deal nearly finalized in Galveston - Chron
Big Battleship Texas deal nearly finalized in Galveston Chron
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Armed suspect shot and killed at end of lengthy chase on Galveston Island, constable deputies say - ABC13 Houston
Armed suspect shot and killed at end of lengthy chase on Galveston Island, constable deputies say ABC13 Houston
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Shark Shack attack leaves downtown Galveston business 'wrecked,' owner says - galvnews.com
Shark Shack attack leaves downtown Galveston business 'wrecked,' owner says galvnews.com
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Armed man shot and killed by deputies after leading chase through Galveston County - Click2Houston
Armed man shot and killed by deputies after leading chase through Galveston County Click2Houston
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Massive shipbuilding project could soon transform Galveston - KHOU
Massive shipbuilding project could soon transform Galveston KHOU
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston beach patrol chief dismissed after more than 40 years - KHOU
Galveston beach patrol chief dismissed after more than 40 years KHOU
Published on 9 July 2025 | 7:00 am
The City of Galveston has compiled a list of relief organizations working in Central Texas to assist flood victims. These are resources if you're looking for ways to help: https://galvestontx.gov/1341/July-2025-Central-Texas-Flooding-Relief - Facebook
Published on 8 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Suspect in deadly Galveston shooting on 44th Street arrested in Goliad County, police say - ABC13 Houston
Suspect in deadly Galveston shooting on 44th Street arrested in Goliad County, police say ABC13 Houston
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:00 am
The 4th of July is almost here, and the City of Galveston would like to encourage the prioritization of safety amid celebrations for this holiday. Be conscious of those around you and make good, safe, respectful decisions. Additionally, detonating fireworks is illeg - Facebook
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance to hold free, public tours in Galveston, Texas - United States Coast Guard News (.mil)
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance to hold free, public tours in Galveston, Texas United States Coast Guard News (.mil)
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Man arrested in deadly Galveston shooting near Postoffice Avenue, police say - FOX 26 Houston
Man arrested in deadly Galveston shooting near Postoffice Avenue, police say FOX 26 Houston
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:00 am
City of Galveston facilities will be closed on Friday, July 4. This includes City Hall, the Municipal Services building, and the recreation centers. Trash services will not be affected by the closure and pickup will still occur on the scheduled days. The City is celebra - Facebook
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Murder charges dropped days after arrest in Galveston Uber shooting - FOX 26 Houston
Murder charges dropped days after arrest in Galveston Uber shooting FOX 26 Houston
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston Beach safety officials urging residents to heed red flag warnings for rip currents - Click2Houston
Galveston Beach safety officials urging residents to heed red flag warnings for rip currents Click2Houston
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
55-year-old Houston man drowns in Galveston after Sunday morning swim, officials say - Houston Public Media
55-year-old Houston man drowns in Galveston after Sunday morning swim, officials say Houston Public Media
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:00 am
The City of Galveston was honored to welcome President Joe Biden as a special guest at Reedy Chapel-AME Church during this year’s Juneteenth celebration. Reedy Chapel, a historic site where the news of emancipation was first announced in Galveston in - Facebook
Published on 20 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Biden attends Juneteenth ceremony in Galveston, marking 160th anniversary - Houston Public Media
Biden attends Juneteenth ceremony in Galveston, marking 160th anniversary Houston Public Media
Published on 19 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston authorities preparing for Juneteenth visit by former President Joe Biden - Houston Public Media
Galveston authorities preparing for Juneteenth visit by former President Joe Biden Houston Public Media
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
July 4 is steadily approaching, and this means that it is time for Galveston to begin Independence Day celebrations with the annual 4th of July seawall parade and fireworks show! Sponsored by the Galveston Firefighters Children's Parade Krew, Galveston's an - Facebook
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:00 am
What spurred the moment Galveston became the home of Juneteenth in 1865? - ABC13 Houston
What spurred the moment Galveston became the home of Juneteenth in 1865? ABC13 Houston
Published on 16 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Juneteenth in Galveston: Fireworks, history, music and more events to mark 160 years of freedom - KHOU
Juneteenth in Galveston: Fireworks, history, music and more events to mark 160 years of freedom KHOU
Published on 15 June 2025 | 7:00 am
No truth to Six Flags buying Galveston Island Pleasure Pier, Landry's Inc. says - galvnews.com
No truth to Six Flags buying Galveston Island Pleasure Pier, Landry's Inc. says galvnews.com
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Juneteenth 2025: Houston and Galveston areas offer several ways to celebrate - Houston Public Media
Juneteenth 2025: Houston and Galveston areas offer several ways to celebrate Houston Public Media
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Teenager drowns in Galveston after swimming late at night with group - Houston Public Media
Teenager drowns in Galveston after swimming late at night with group Houston Public Media
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Jamaica Beach on Galveston Island getting new sand to reinforce shoreline as part of $5M project - Houston Public Media
Jamaica Beach on Galveston Island getting new sand to reinforce shoreline as part of $5M project Houston Public Media
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
CEO Kimberly Danesi resigns from Galveston Park Board amid audits, investigations - ABC13 Houston
CEO Kimberly Danesi resigns from Galveston Park Board amid audits, investigations ABC13 Houston
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Houston, Galveston areas getting $26 million in reallocated disaster recovery funds for affordable housing - Houston Public Media
Houston, Galveston areas getting $26 million in reallocated disaster recovery funds for affordable housing Houston Public Media
Published on 19 May 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Jeep Weekend’ beach restrictions for 2025 approved by Galveston County commissioners - Houston Public Media
‘Jeep Weekend’ beach restrictions for 2025 approved by Galveston County commissioners Houston Public Media
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston County voters reject bond for juvenile detention center while passing infrastructure bonds - Houston Public Media
Galveston County voters reject bond for juvenile detention center while passing infrastructure bonds Houston Public Media
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Man dies in Galveston over weekend, marking island’s first beachfront drowning of 2025 - Houston Public Media
Man dies in Galveston over weekend, marking island’s first beachfront drowning of 2025 Houston Public Media
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
CBP announces Galveston Cruise Port fentanyl and heroin seizure - cbp.gov
CBP announces Galveston Cruise Port fentanyl and heroin seizure cbp.gov
Published on 22 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis on leave pending park board investigation - Houston Public Media
Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis on leave pending park board investigation Houston Public Media
Published on 31 March 2025 | 7:00 am