The seeds of South Galveston were sown in 1891, when an artesian well was discovered near Lake Como on the island's western half. It was big news: surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and Galveston ...

Since 1975, Galveston Island State Park has been protecting natural and cultural resources while attracting visitors with its vast array of activities. In 2019, the park closed for a renovation of ...

As presently drawn, Precinct 3 of Galveston County begins in the tiny unincorporated community of High Island, sweeps west through Crystal Beach and the rest of Bolivar Peninsula, before catching ...

Topline. A federal judge struck down a voting map that erased the only majority-minority county in Galveston, Texas, saying officials violated the rights of Black and Latino voters by not giving ...

With hurricane season well underway, it’s always important to check that beach conditions are safe before you go.

ABC13 Meteorological Elyse Smith was on Galveston Island on Tuesday as red flags flew on the beach, warning of hazardous conditions. 24/7 Live Houston Southwest Southeast Northwest Northeast.

GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- On Galveston Island, flooding is a usual occurrence during hurricanes and stronger rainstorms. However, one neighborhood on the island can flood even on a sunny day, ...

The best time to visit Galveston is October to November or March to April when the weather is warm, but not sweltering, and accommodation prices… ...

Galveston Island State Park is ranked #17 out of 21 things to do in Galveston. See pictures and our review of Galveston Island State Park.

Galveston County, with a population of 355,600, holds a special place in Texas and U.S. history as the birthplace of Juneteenth, the federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery. Its seat is ...