Galveston is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, rich history, and, of course, seafood. However, despite its proximity to the water, not all Galveston restaurants are sourcing fresh Gulf seafood. Host Chris Shepherd set out to sort out the local spots that are sourcing locally and serving up some of the best dishes in town.

Take a trip to Galveston and explore a hidden nature sanctuary that's helping the Gulf Coast ecosystem thrive. Join the team at non-profit Artist Boat for a tour of the Coastal Heritage Preserve, where they're working to protect over 1,000 acres of undeveloped land.

Galveston College has proudly unveiled its new mascot after 47 years without one.

Federal investigators are boarding cruise ships nearly every week at the Port of Galveston to investigate crimes committed in international waters, KPRC 2 News has learned, as the Texas port experiences record-breaking passenger volumes.

Galveston Police say they responded at around 4 p.m. on April 19 to a report of a man taking photos of an underage child on the beach in the 1500 block of Seawall Boulevard.

A Galveston County jury sentenced Darius Jeriod Geters, of Texas City, to 40 years in prison for the murder of a 15-year-old Texas City student.

A total of 24 people were banned after a video showed a group of people throwing fists and shoving each other while getting off a ship inside a Galveston terminal.

This incredible recycling program shows you the ins and outs of protecting our waterways in an unexpected way.

Explores the eco-friendly side of Moody Gardens, highlighting its conservation programs and how visitors can actively support wildlife protection while enjoying the attractions. From recycling old electronics to meeting penguins during art sessions, discover how your visit can make a real impact.

Rumors have been circulating about Galveston closing its beaches during Jeep Weekend, but the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office is setting the record straight.

Authorities are searching for 37-year-old Gherlan “Gigi” Wade, who went missing in Galveston.

Harmful bleaching of the world’s coral has now grown to include 84% of the ocean’s reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history.

H-E-B will distribute 274,000 reusable bags on Earth Day, April 22, at all its locations, continuing its tradition since 2008 of giving away over 3.2 million bags.

While most of the community was searching for eggs in celebration, local authorities uncovered something much more sinister on the shores of West End Beach: large quantities of packaged narcotics.

Our Chief Meteorologist received this letter in my inbox with this attached photo about some unusual cloud formation while they were on a cruise in Galveston. Here's what he discovered.

Marley the Penguin from Galveston has become a viral sensation due to her painting skills, amassing over 150 million views globally.

A fire in Galveston's Silk Stocking District destroyed two historic homes on Saturday morning, resulting in two individuals being hospitalized with serious burns and smoke inhalation

If you are having rodeo withdrawals, Galveston County has you covered! You can enjoy more rodeo action, sizzling BBQ, and country stars before the Galveston County Fair and Rodeo wraps up this weekend. Tessa went down to the fairgrounds to get a preview. she fond out who's performing and why this is a party you don't wanna miss!

Get the latest on Houston's weather, including air quality alerts and weekend activities like the Houston Art Car Parade.

The easiest way to understand it is that ozone is great for blocking UV rays up high, but when it’s down at the surface, it messes with our air, health, and nature.

But why? And for how long?

Numerous severe thunderstorms possible Saturday

A Minnesota family visiting Galveston for spring break was taken aback by the condition of their vacation rental.

Wind Advisory as southerly winds gust over 30 MPH Wednesday

A six month long investigation led to the arrest of a Galveston smoke shop owner and the seizure of $1.6 million. Sheriff’s detectives raided three Hazy Daze smoke shops.

Miguel Espinoza, accused of driving drunk and killing a family of four in a golf cart in Galveston, pleaded guilty before his trial began.

The Galveston Island Humane Society (GIHS) invites the public to a free, community-wide event hosted by Frances Moody Buzbee on Saturday, March 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Moody Mansion, located at 2618 Broadway.

Houston, Galveston, and surrounding areas are on Ozone Action Day.

Miguel Espinoza, accused of driving drunk and killing a family of four in a golf cart in Galveston, pleaded guilty before his trial began.

The trial for Miguel Espinoza, the suspected drunk driver accused of hitting and killing a family of four in a golf cart nearly three years ago, is underway.

A La Marque man is behind bars after shooting at an officer and a landlord while he was being served an eviction notice.

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.

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen's legal clash with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement takes a new turn as both parties head to mediation.

A Galveston County Health District employee, Brittani Nikole Martinez, has been arrested for allegedly stealing between $2,500 and $30,000 from the district.

The O'Connell boys basketball team makes history with state championship

On Monday, 71 dogs, cats and puppies were rescued after being found in deplorable conditions on a school bus in Galveston Island State Park. On Tuesday, the Galveston Island Humane Society said they found three of the dogs had microchips and one dog had a rabies tag. They were able to identify all four dogs, A’rhx, Bentley, Pyros and Cheyenne.

After a deadly crash on Interstate 45 in the Woodlands area Monday morning, KPRC 2 looked into the dangers of the highway over the years.

Authorities are responding to a shooting near Jamaica Beach in Galveston, with multiple victims reported.

A Texas City man has been sentenced to probation after a woman’s decomposing body was discovered in the trunk of his car.

KPRC 2 Insiders have a chance to win a prize package including Pleasure Pier passes, an overnight hotel stay at The San Luis Hotel Resort, and tickets to ride the all-new Rainforest Café River Adventure Ride! Enter daily until 10 a.m. on March 7, 2025. The winner will be announced that day on “Houston Life” which airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KPRC 2.

if you’re heading down to NRG for Rodeo Cook Off any time for the rest of the week, the weather will cooperate.

Temperatures slowly climb this weekend too

From guided tours at the Rainforest or Aquarium Pyramid, to a penguin encounter and hotel packages, the activities and attractions are endless!

A fogbow forms the same way a rainbow does, light bends, reflects, and scatters through water droplets, but there is a key difference. The droplets in fog are much smaller than raindrops, which changes how the light spreads out. Instead of the bright, well-defined colors of a rainbow, a fogbow looks pale or mostly white.

The northbound lanes of Galveston Road have been closed off from traffic; drivers are asked to avoid the area or find an alternate route as they work to investigate and clean up the wreckage.

Looks like pink is the new black! Galveston County Jail trades in its inmate jumpsuits for a new color.

Mardi Gras in Galveston is drawing large crowds, prompting increased security measures by local law enforcement.

The City of Galveston said to discourage people from parking overnight on the seawall in the days leading up to Mardi Gras, there will be a $250 citation fee.

Galveston is shining a light on a previously untold chapter of its history with the unveiling of a new Undertold Marker.

The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office have arrested two teenage suspects, Tara King and Uriah Urick, charged with capital murder in the death of Tammy King on February 5, 2025, in Bacliff, Texas.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office says Franklin Joseph Perkins previously worked at the Kuk Sool Won martial arts studio and Gulf Coast Gymnastics, both located in Alvin.

19 million people are expected to go on a cruise this year, which will be about 4.5 percent higher than last year and the third straight year of record cruise passenger volume.

Dozens of people have been laid off at the Galveston County Health District as officials say money sources from the time of the COVID-19 pandemic which allowed them to increase staff levels has run out.

Snow came down on Galveston Island after a night of strong winds, sleet, and icy conditions.

A winter storm is set to hit Galveston County that is prompting local authorities to take precautionary measures.

KPRC 2 found handwritten letters Athir Murady wrote to the judge as he awaits trial in the murder of Harris County Precinct 4 Corporal Maher Huesseini.

'I'll bet diners have no idea how much they are being duped,' said a local shrimper.

Mardi Gras Galveston 2025

Emergency crews responded to a helicopter incident near the Seawall in Galveston on Thursday afternoon, with the pilot extracted and no injuries reported.

Christmas came early at Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid with the arrival of two fuzzy Chinstrap penguin chicks! Hatched just in time for the holidays, these tiny bundles of joy are capturing hearts as they settle into their cozy exhibit.

Scattered storms are hitting parts of SE Texas as a cold front pushes through Wednesday.

Mysterious graffiti with messages like "My wife and kids are held here" and "I am held against my will" have appeared across Galveston

"To be one of the first academic medical centers in the United States to do this is remarkable," Dr. Mike Laposata, chair of UTMB Galveston's pathology department said.

Five workers were transported to a hospital after authorities say a small explosion happened at Texas International Terminals in Galveston Thursday.

The health study found medications commonly prescribed for erectile dysfunction are associated with significant reductions in deaths, cardiovascular disease, and dementia

An endangered sea turtle has been released into the Gulf of Mexico after being found off the coast of the Netherlands, 5,000 miles from its home.

The facility looks less like a hospital room with beautiful colors and the comforts of home. Patients attest to how children can thrive in a familiar, less clinical setting.

The countdown begins at Moody Gardens for the Ice Land opening, but the work has been happening for months.

Moody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.

Imagine being lost in a faraway place, thousands of miles from home, and somehow finding your way back. That’s exactly what happened to Boeier, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle.

This iconic four-day festival has officially kicked off, welcoming an astonishing 400,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the nation and beyond.

Coral reefs are in the midst of an ecological crisis and are at risk of extinction, according to the United Nations Capital Development Fund.

Princess Cruises has canceled a scheduled Nov. 3 voyage departing from Galveston aboard the vessel Regal Princess.

It's German Oktoberfest with an island twist! Tessa Barrera takes us to Galveston to "Tap the Keg" once again; kicking off the 42nd annual island Oktoberfest.She has all the details on this family-friendly and free festival happening in downtown Galveston.

Galveston stands out as one of the spookiest towns in the United States. According to local author and historian Kathleen Maca, it’s “one of the most haunted locations, not just in Texas but across the country.” Maca, who leads cemetery tours in Galveston, has even encountered ghosts personally! One infamous tale is that of the "Face on the Wall" in Galveston, which has an unsettling background.

Channel Yonko, 30, has been charged with the capital murder of her 17-month-old daughter, Hannah, after the child was found in the road in Galveston.

Denton has renamed itself Halloween, Texas, and has planned 31 days of events to drive up tourism and family entertainment.

Channel Jasmine Yonko, 30, is being held without bond after being charged with capital murder for the death of her 17-month-old daughter, Hannah, in Galveston.

An infant has died after being found abandoned in the middle of the street near the Galveston Seawall.

Humidity goes up a touch Sunday

Humidity goes up a touch Sunday

Did you know the annual “Black Girls Day Off” was actually created by a Houston area woman?

Joshua Henderson, Executive Director of the Galveston Island Humane Society, faces charges of assault causing bodily injury in a domestic violence case.

Have you seen Patricia the Pelican?

If you're a seafood lover in Galveston, you're in for a treat—Fish Company Taco has reopened

In collaboration with the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, Houston SPCA investigators served an animal seizure warrant that resulted in more than 800 animals being rescued and relocated.

A new mugshot has been released of Athir Murady, 40, who is charged with the murder of Harris County Precinct 4 Cpl. Maher Husseini.

The State of Texas carried out the execution of Travis Mullis, 38, Tuesday evening in Huntsville. Mullis gave a final statement saying he was sorry for murdering his son and referring to his execution as a form of “assisted suicide.”

The Galveston Police union is lobbying city leaders for cameras that can help track where vehicles go.

The suspect in the killing of a Harris County Pct. 4 Deputy Constable has been moved from the Galveston County Jail to the Harris County Jail.

The Galveston County District Attorney's Office said former police officer Jared Rivas was indicted on eight charges related to assaulting teenagers during a pool party.

A police officer in Galveston shot and wounded a man Sunday night after a short chase on foot.

The Texas Rangers are investigating after an inmate at the Galveston County Jail passed away Tuesday.

During the interview, Athir Murady avoided answering direct questions about Husseini’s Sept. 3 murder and the charges filed against him.

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

Galveston Island Beach Patrol has issued a red flag warning due to the approaching Tropical Storm Francine, advising extreme caution for beachgoers.

"We expect that for Bolivar especially, there might be water coming over the top of [highway] 87," Judge Mark Henry said. "So if that’s going to be inconvenient or certainly life-threatening for you, you might want to relocate for a day or two."

Athir Murady has been charged with the murder of Harris County Deputy Constable Maher Husseini, who was gunned down while waiting at a stoplight on Tuesday.

The suspect in the killing of a Harris County Pct. 4 Deputy Constable is expected to be moved from a Galveston hospital and booked into jail soon.

Sgt. Nicholas Yeley with Galveston City Marshals told KPRC 2 he was on the phone headed home when he spotted the suspect's vehicle and called in the troops to get him in handcuffs.