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An investigation is underway after a 15-year-old teen boy was found shot and killed in a Galveston neighborhood early Sunday, police said.

Galveston is ready to continue lighting up its nights along the Seawall with an ongoing project to install bollard lights along the popular thoroughfare, Galveston announced Wednesday.

Officials with Texas A&M Galveston released five sea turtles into the water after a lengthy recovery from a cold winter up north on Thursday.

A 23-year-old man has been charged after authorities found child pornography inside his League City home, where children were present, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s office.

Three family-oriented cruises sailing from Galveston.

Marcus Silva of Galveston alleges three of his ex-wife’s friends helped her illegally get abortion pills to end her pregnancy.

Galveston Islands businesses are gearing up for what they hope and expect to be a busy spring break.

A local resident walking along the beach early Thursday morning noticed the body and called 911.

More than 300 passengers who set sail aboard the Ruby Princess late last month became sick after possibly contracting Norovirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Nearly 10 percent of the passengers aboard Princess Cruises' Ruby Princess between Feb. 26 and March 5 reported symptoms including vomiting and diarrhea. Princess Cruises said the "likely" cause of the gastrointestinal illnesses was norovirus.

An unknown illness left hundreds suffering vomiting and diarrhea during an eight-day cruise out of Galveston.

“We’ve contacted the family, and let them know what was going on,” says Lt. Austin Kirwin, Galveston Beach Patrol. “The search continues for the other missing teen.”

The body of one twin has been discovered in the search for 13-year-old brothers who went missing Sunday while on a trip with family at Pleasure Pier, according to officials.

Episode: 2515 A 4-4-0 locomotive in the wrong place: How the city of Houston was invented. Today, a 4-4-0 locomotive -- in the wrong place.

Officials in Baytown and Beaumont recently were informed their cities are out of the running to be the next host site for the Battleship Texas, which is undergoing repairs in Galveston.

From sharks, to a deep sea adventure and spring break day camps, we’re helping you plan and save on your next visit to Moody Gardens.

A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left a man injured in Galveston Saturday.

While revoking bond for Miguel Angel Espinoza, who is accused of causing the deaths of four family members in August, a Galveston judge said, "This is not Harris County."

Cowboy Bob: An Infamous New Musical runs March 3-26 at the Alley Theatre in Houston. Houston Life's Melanie Camp showed up to the Alley's rehearsal hall for a sneak peak and first listen.

A man accused of causing a deadly crash that killed four people in a golf cart in Galveston last year will remain behind bars after violating his bond conditions, according to the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office.

Six people were rescued from a sinking vessel off the Texas coast by the U.S. Coast Guard on Sunday, February 19.

Home Depot has remained resilient despite inflation and a shift in consumer spending habits.

Galveston announced this month that artists can apply for grant funding for projects in public spaces.

At the Knights of Momus Parade in Galveston, Rockets owner Tillman Fertitta yelled out “Pray for Victor,” referring to the Rockets’ hope to draft French super prospect Victor Wembanyana in the 2023 NBA Draft, while wrapping up an interview with KPRC 2′s Frank Billingsley.

A winter feel holds on through Saturday

The KPRC 2 production crew were hard at work on Saturday preparing for the exclusive broadcast of the Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade on Galveston’s Seawall as part of Mardi Gras Galveston.

A man accused of causing a deadly crash that killed four people in a golf cart in Galveston has been arrested in Rosenberg on Friday night, authorities said.

It’s Mardi Gras Galveston time.

Mardi Gras festivities are being held across Galveston and Greater Houston this weekend as well as next Tuesday.

If you’ve visited the Moody Gardens Aquarium in Galveston, then you know one of the first exhibits you come to is the tuxedo-clad penguins, diving and jumping and waddling in their 45° paradise.

I’m forecasting literally thousands of umbrellas tonight as Mardi Gras begins! See photo above!!

The two-weekend event includes parades, live entertainment, Electric Mardi Gras, balcony parties and all the best food and drinks you could ever dream up.

Anyone who has been to Mardi Gras in Galveston knows how much fun it can be, but with all the parades, live entertainment and food, it can be difficult to decide what to do during this two-day event.

Thousands of people will flock to the island this weekend for all the Mardi Gras fun in Galveston.

Scattering ashes at sea is a serene sendoff some choose for their loved ones.

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Breezy colder weather is on the way

Beachgoers in Galveston reportedly came across a ‘macabre’ scene on Sunday morning.

Catch beads by the sea in Galveston, join the cowboy-themed festivities in Bandera, or watch a dog parade in McKinney.

Authorities say multiple people were shot Wednesday night in Texas City.

The raid was executed at the Rios' home in search of an alleged teenage shooter who wasn't at the home and would later be ruled innocent.

Officials with the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office tell KPRC 2 Investigates Dimitrios Pagourtzis remains incompetent to stand trial.

City officials told The Daily News in Galveston County that police never informed them of the raid, which caused about $5,000 in property damage.

The city of Galveston’s police chief has been placed on administrative leave and is now under investigation after officers reportedly raided a family's home in search of a murder suspect who has since been proven innocent.

A man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for beating his girlfriend who was six months pregnant with his child at the time.

The Galveston Police Department is investigating after a 73-year-old man was found stabbed multiple times on a beach.

There are many things that washes ashore in Galveston Bay, but this particular sea creature had left social media users confused and a bit disturbed. The eel-like creature was described to have a long, slender body, sharp teeth in a large, open mouth, short and stout fins and beady eyes.

Record setting warmth this afternoon

You know how it goes in Houston. It is sunny and warm one minute and cold and icy the next. Then, the lights go out. Well, what about all that food in the refrigerator or even worse, a life saving medical device that can’t run? What can you do to prepare your family or your home for a power outage?

The Galveston Police Department and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration announced the arrest of a man tied to two fatal overdoses that happened on Christmas Day in Galveston County.

A woman was airlifted from a cruise ship 25 miles off Galveston after suffering a medical emergency, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

The University of Texas Medical Branch was awarded an agreement of nearly $25 million dollars from the U.S. Department of Defense to develop prototype vaccines against multiple diseases in collaboration with Moderna on Monday.

Episode: 1760 The Christmas Lectures: Michael Faraday's Gift to children.  Today, the Christmas Lectures.

A wind chill warning remains in effect in Houston Friday with dangerously cold wind chills with values ranging near or below zero degrees.

Warming centers and shelters are opening across Houston on Thursday and also in nearby communities such as Baytown, Galveston, Montgomery and Rosenberg.

The Ruby Princess departed Galveston Sunday afternoon on an 11-day sail to Mexico and the Caribbean, marking Princess Cruises’ first voyage from Texas in six years.

Oyster harvesters on the Texas coast are facing twin threats to their way of life: The state shut down reefs to prevent overfishing and following recent reports of illness after people ate Texas oysters.

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The Galveston Police Department held a press conference Tuesday afternoon to provide the latest developments from the March 2019 murder of Melvin Walker.

A 65-year-old man is accused of operating an illegal charter cruise business in the Galveston area, federal authorities announced Monday.

A 65-year-old man has been taken into custody on violation of captain of the port order, making a false statement, obstruction of a proper compliance inspection and forgery of ships papers, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced Monday.

HOUSTON (AP) — Fourteen years after Hurricane Ike ripped through thousands of homes and businesses near Galveston, Texas — but mostly spared the region’s oil refineries and chemical plants — the U.S.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

Fourteen years after Hurricane Ike, the House voted Thursday to authorize a project to protect against the next raging storm.

The most prominent feature of the Ike Dike would be massive floodgates to prevent storm surge from entering Galveston Bay and plowing the Houston Ship Channel.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the National Defense Authorization Act and it includes authorizations for a $34 billion plan to protect residents and the petrochemical industry near Galveston and Houston in Texas.

A 33-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of his 61-year-old mother, according to the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office.

The holiday break is right around the corner for local kids. Looking for something fun to do with the family? Head on down to Moody Gardens.

It's a colossal floating city with an ice rink, a zip line, and even piped-in birdsong.

Episode: 2425 In which the Smithsonian Institution celebrates sketching.  Today, we make sketches.

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On Tuesday's show: We learn why Gov. Abbott wants to investigate Harris County's handling of the recent election. Then we examine whether recent dips in math and reading scores across the nation are also happening here. And actor Jason Lee documents Galveston with photography.

The Broadway Cemetery Historic District is the final resting place for several veterans who served in every war since 1812.

The port terminal expects to welcome 362 cruise ships all scheduled to sail from the Port of Galveston in 2023.

Advocates are seeking national historic trail designation for the route from Galveston to Houston

While meeting with Houston’s mayor, Queen Maxima learned how the Netherlands has worked...

LA PORTE (AP) — It’s the only surviving battleship that served in both world wars, having fought in Europe during World War I and against the Nazis and the Japanese Army during World War II.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

USS Texas fought in World War I and II, engaging German U-boats and supporting the D-Day invasion, before becoming a floating museum in 1948.

The ship’s hull could leak enough to sink it during the trip.

It’s the only surviving battleship that served in both world wars, having fought Nazis and the Japanese Army during World War II. But the greatest challenge in recent years for the USS Texas has been a leaky, rusty hull that at times forced workers to pump out about 2,000 gallons (7,570 liters) of water per minute from the 110-year-old ship. To ensure the historic vessel doesn’t sink and can continue hosting visitors, the foundation in charge of its care was set on Wednesday to tow the ship from its longtime home along the Houston Ship Channel to a shipyard in nearby Galveston for much needed repairs. The journey from its longtime berth at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site in the Houston suburb of La Porte is part of a $35 million project to repair the hull and ultimately restore the ship to its former glory.

The 110-year-old vessel will be towed to Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporation’s shipyard in Galveston to undergo extensive hull repairs.

On Tuesday’s show: We learn about plans this week to move the Battleship Texas to Galveston for repairs. Then News 88.7 reporters reflect on creating the podcast Below the Waterlines. And we revisit a conversation with musician Steve Earle.

Galveston’s historic downtown offers a number of antiques shops that specialize in a variety of merchandise to suit every taste and need.

Once Battleship Texas is docked in Galveston, months of repairs will begin to address leaking and to repair the super-structure.

A Houston man went missing after going into the water to rescue his daughter near the San Luis Pass bridge on Sunday, August 22.

Garza's debut novel chronicles families of Mexican and Phillipino descent as they navigate the calamity of Hurricane Ike

The driver of the SUV, Miguel Espinoza, has been charged with four counts of intoxication manslaughter.

The family was visiting Galveston for a quick vacation before school began.

There were two other passengers in the golf cart — an adult and a juvenile — who were hospitalized Sunday in critical condition, police said.

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The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association will vote on a potential rate increase on Tuesday.

Kimberly Garza’s coastal debut, ‘The Last Karankawas,’ draws on her childhood memories of one of the city’s lesser-known ethnic enclaves.

The two disappearances in Texas went unsolved for decades.

A man already sentenced to death for a cold-case killing in Oklahoma pleaded guilty to murder Wednesday in the deaths of three girls whose disappearances in Texas also went unsolved for decades. William Reece, 62, pleaded guilty in a courtroom in Galveston in the 1997 killings of 12-year-old Laura Smither of Friendswood and 17-year-old Jessica Cain of Tiki Island.

Union Gen. Gordon Granger set up his headquarters in Galveston, Texas, and famously signed an order June 19, 1865, "All slaves are free." President Biden made Juneteenth a federal holiday last year.

Two free Juneteenth events were held at Water's Edge and H.J. Williams Memorial Park (Hillcrest) parks in Corpus Christi to mark the holiday.

Talking about money, wealth and financial freedom on Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., is a must, say Black influencers.

One year ago, President Joe Biden signed the law establishing June 19 as a U.S. holiday.

One year ago, President Joe Biden signed the law establishing June 19 as a U.S. holiday.