The department is planning on replacing paper medical passes with an online system to better control access and reduce misuse. Officials say old paper passes and cards may soon be phased out.

A man allegedly connected to a double homicide on Bolivar Peninsula killed himself during a standoff in Beaumont, deputies said.

Jeep Weekend is now over, and this year’s annual event on the Bolivar Peninsula looked a bit different.

Business owners tell KPRC 2 the sweeping changes in Jeep Weekend 2025 brought peace to the Bolivar Peninsula.

Law enforcement ramps up at Jeep Weekend 2025: 275 arrests, 52 felonies, and 42 guns recovered by Sunday.

The annual and unofficial “Jeep Weekend” on Crystal Beach is underway but this year’s event looks strikingly different from those in the past.

161 arrests, 30 guns recovered as Jeep Weekend revs up on Bolivar Peninsula.

Jeep Weekend on the Bolivar Peninsula in the past was known for its sun, sand, and 4x4s but also came to known for chaos, violence, with years of community frustration.

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen announced new safety measures ahead of the upcoming Jeep Weekend, which takes place from May 16 at 6 a.m. to May 19 at midnight.

The National Weather Service issued a Rip Current Risk Tuesday for Gulf-facing beaches, including Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Bolivar Peninsula, and Galveston Island.

The Galveston County Sheriff's Office are asking for home and hotel owners to give deputies a free place to stay during Jeep Weekend to help with emergency response.

Nearly 4,000 customers on the Bolivar Peninsula are still without power after Saturday's severe weather.

It seems we might have some unexpected visitors this week!

Coastal erosion continues to be a problem along the Texas coastline and the 2024 hurricane season isn't making it any easier

Galveston County Judge Mark Henry shares what the county is doing amidst impacts from Hurricane Francine.

Texas isn’t expected to take a direct hit when the storm makes landfall as a hurricane. But storm surge and dangerous winds are possible.

Galveston County Judge Mark Henry has issued a voluntary evacuation for the Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Tropical Storm Francine, effective until Wednesday at 8 p.m.

The Houston area dodged the worst of Tropical Storm Alberto, but that doesn’t mean we got away without a scratch.

Galveston County Judge Mark Henry is working on a plan to shut down the infamous ‘Jeep Weekend’ on Crystal Beach. The annual event has caused significant disruption for local residents, leading to public safety concerns and property damage. What are your thoughts on shutting down this event? Should the beach be closed during Jeep Weekend?

A longstanding event in southeast Texas comes around once a year, makes headlines across the area and then slowly is forgotten about until the next year.

With a total of 275 arrests made, the event garnered attention for its high number of incidents.

Galveston County sheriffs and state troopers responded to the incidents, and one suspect has been taken into custody.

Residents who live on Bolivar Peninsula in Galveston County had to spend Christmas Day without power.

An RV resort and beach club in the Bolivar Peninsula is set to become the newest Margaritaville resort -- the first Camp Margaritaville resort in the Houston area.

A man has been arrested and charged after a Galveston County Sheriff’s Office deputy was injured at Galveston’s Jeep Weekend at Crystal Beach Sunday morning, according to Sheriff Henry Trouchesset.

Tropical Storm Nicholas is expected to strengthen as it approaches the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain and floods. Tropical storm warnings have been issued for many of the state’s coastal regions.

The annual ‘Go Topless Jeep Weekend’ has returned this weekend to Galveston County’s Bolivar Peninsula.

“It’s been really, really hard,” said Murray, who was a victim of Harvey. Back at Laguna Harbor, the feds have earmarked dollars for another building project, a new marina. “I’m tired of you spending money on rich people, let’s spend it on those who need money,” said the Junior U.S. On page 66 of last year’s report, Paul highlights Laguna Harbor. Johnson said he has sent a demand letter to Senator Paul on behalf of Laguna Harbor to retract the defamatory claims in the Festivus report.

She was one of the very few left in Cameron, Louisiana whose home wasn’t badly damaged or completely wiped out during Hurricane Laura just six weeks ago. Bolivar Peninsula prepare for Hurricane DeltaRoy James has lived on the Bolivar Peninsula for over a year, and he’s prepared for Delta. People along the coast have already experienced storm surge from Laura and Tropical Storm Beta. Many Galveston County residents were also concerned about those in southwest Louisiana, who will be hit with their second major storm in less than two months. Many Louisianans are still displaced and struggling to start the long process of recovery as they prepare for another hit from Delta.

HOUSTON – Houston-area officials are issuing voluntary evacuations and disaster declarations as Tropical Storm Beta continues to brew in the Gulf of Mexico. Bolivar PeninsulaGalveston County Judge Mark Henry issued a voluntary evacuation order, effective 9 a.m. Saturday. Chambers CountyChambers County Judge Jimmy Sylvia issued a disaster declaration on Saturday in advance of Tropical Storm Beta. Those residents whose homes have been affected in past high rain or high storm surge events should consider moving to higher ground. Lake HoustonHouston Public Works is temporarily lowering Lake Houston from 42 feet to 41.5 feet in anticipation of Tropical Storm Beta.

GALVESTON COUNTY – As the wind begins to pick up across the island and another disturbance brews in the Gulf, Galveston County and city leaders are already preparing. During a news conference Saturday, Henry issued a disaster declaration for the county in preparation for what could be “significant damage” and a voluntary evacuation for the Bolivar Peninsula. “The peninsula has a chance of being cut off from the rest of the county,” Henry said. According to Henry, people who feel comfortable being without power for a few days are in the clear to stay home. “We hope you don’t have to execute it, but be prepared in case you do.”Watch the full update below:Galveston County Judge Mark Henry gives update on Tropical Storm Beta.

GALVESTON, Texas A voluntary evacuation order was issued Tuesday for residents of Bolivar Peninsula, including unincorporated areas of Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach, High Island and Gilchrist. Galveston County officials are expected to give an update on the order during an 11:30 a.m. news conference. After issuing a voluntary order Monday, the city of Galveston upgraded the order to mandatory on Tuesday. All residents were asked to secure loose items on their property and leave the island. You can read more about this and other evacuation orders here.

Two children were flown to the Texas Medical Center following an accident on Bolivar Peninsula Saturday afternoon. Others, adults involved in the crash, were transported by ambulance to an area hospital, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office. The crash was reported around 12:30 p.m. Saturday on Highway 87, near Crystal Beach on Bolivar Peninsula. Deputies said three vehicles were involved in the crash. The cause of the accident is not yet known, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office.

BOLIVAR PENINSULA, Texas – It’s a big weekend on Bolivar Peninsula: Jeep Weekend. Jeep Weekend has been a decadeslong tradition on the Peninsula. On Friday, 48 people were arrested on the Bolivar Peninsula, according to Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trouchesset. Last year, the Jeep Weekend ended with more than 600 calls for service and 305 people booked into the Galveston County Jail, with 120 of those arrests coming from the Bolivar Peninsula alone, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement officials are asking for people to keep their cool if they decide to come out.

HOUSTON – The body of a child that was found at Crystal Beach during a search for a 10-year-old boy who went missing while swimming has been confirmed as that of the 10-year-old Micah Batson, officials said. The body of the boy was recovered about a fifth of a mile from where the 10-year-old boy was said to have disappeared, according to Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trochesset. Officials said they received a call from a woman Saturday, who said her husband and child were missing in Crystal Beach on the Bolivar Peninsula. Officials confirmed the father was found alive Saturday.

HOUSTON – Recent thunderstorms plus weeks of quarantine has pushed many to head to the Bolivar Peninsula for Beach Day this weekend. Beaches on the Bolivar Peninsula are among the few open. There are 27 miles of beach on the Bolivar Peninsula from Port Bolivar to High Island. Starting Monday, the public beaches will open from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. for exercise and non-stationary activities only. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office deployed extra patrols to manage crowds, which had been mostly family gatherings, Sheriff Henry Trochesset told The Daily News.

GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas – An event-filled, hectic weekend on the Bolivar Peninsula has left many residents disgruntled and with unanswered questions. What happened this yearA historic event: The unofficially planned "Go Topless" Jeep Weekend has been a decadeslong tradition on the Peninsula, according to Galveston County officials. About the event: The event brings thousands to the beach. But this year's event ended with more than 600 calls for service and 305 people booked into the Galveston County Jail, with 120 of those arrests coming from Bolivar Peninsula alone, according to the Galveston County Sheriff's Office. A promise: “Your Galveston County commissioners are on top of the problem and will make sure it runs smoother," Apffel said.