DPS Trooper Seizes 180 Bottles of Promethazine Syrup During Chambers County Traffic Stop

Texas Herald News 2/27 5:53A Amalia Weigandt

CHAMBERS COUNTY, Texas — A routine traffic stop by a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper in Southeast Texas led to the seizure of a large quantity of promethazine syrup commonly trafficked for illegal recreational use. According to DPS, the...

Caddo Fire in Northeast Houston Reaches 75% Containment as Crews Continue Monitoring

Texas Herald News 2/24 7:54A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON, Texas The Caddo Fire burning in northeast Houston remains active but largely contained, with officials reporting approximately 200 acres affected and containment at 75 percent. Fire activity is currently low, according to officials...

Deputies Arrest Suspect Linked to Multiple Grocery Store Thefts in Houston and Humble

Texas Herald News 2/24 7:47A Amalia Weigandt

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas Detectives with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man accused of committing multiple retail thefts at grocery stores across the Houston area, authorities said. An investigation by the Sheriff’s Office...

Gunman Opens Fire on Deputies Before Barricading Himself With Children in Aldine Home

Texas Herald News 2/24 7:08A Amalia Weigandt

ALDINE, Texas A man accused of opening fire on Harris County deputies during an attempted burglary investigation was taken into custody after a foot pursuit and standoff inside a trailer home, authorities said. Harris County Sheriff’s Office...

Local Flavor at CCISD Tournament

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/24 4:10A Brandon Williams

This weekend is baseball-centric as the CCISD Tournament begins on Thursday. A weekend after the district hosted its annual softball tournament, each of the five schools will be in action with several other schools, including Friendswood,...

Man Arrested in Armed Robbery and Assault at Houston Holiday Inn Express

Texas Herald News 2/24 3:25A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON, Texas Detectives with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes Division have arrested a suspect accused of carrying out an armed robbery at a Holiday Inn Express hotel earlier this year, authorities said. Michael Querry, 25, was...

Texas First Bank Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Nine Advisory Directors

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/21 3:51A Publisher

Texas City, TX February 19, 2026 – Texas First Bank is proud to announce the appointment of nine senior executives to its Advisory Board of Directors, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to strategic...

FISHING AND FAMILY FUN PLANNED FOR SATURDAY

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/21 3:44A Publisher

TEXAS CITY, TX – The City of Texas City is inviting families to a morning of fun and fishing this Saturday. The City will host Kid Fish on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be held...

For February 24th – 28th 2026 the pets of the week are Jerrell and Bitzy.

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/21 3:29A Publisher

Say hello to Jerrell(A026774), our 4 year old Tabby powerhouse! Jerrell doesn t just purr, he idles like a heavy duty diesel engine. This handsome guy is the perfect mix of high energy play and low...

La Marque and Dickinson are among the five area teams that advanced to the UIL boys’ basketball...

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/21 3:18A Brandon Williams

State-ranked La Marque and Dickinson are among the five area teams that advanced to the UIL boys’ basketball playoffs. Clear Springs, state-ranked Friendswood, and Hitchcock are also competing in the...

Area Hoops Teams Have Visions of State Title

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/21 3:10A Brandon Williams

Five area boys’ basketball teams will wake up on Monday with visions of a state title. With the bi-district round opening on Monday, fans will see if Hitchcock can make it three state championships in four years, or if La Marque can gain the...

FROM RESTAURANTS TO REEFS: GALVESTON BAY FOUNDATION’S OYSTER SHELL RECYCLING PROGRAM

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:40A Publisher

By: Sasha Francis Oyster reefs are a very important habitat in many estuaries, particularly Galveston Bay. They provide a unique suite of benefits as both a fishery and habitat for other aquatic...

Hang On…Help is On the Way

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:33A Publisher

February delinquent notices for unpaid 2025 property taxes will begin arriving in mailboxes this week. Thanks to legislation passed several years ago, those unable to pay their taxes in full may sign up for a low penalty payment agreement with...

Community invited to solve riddles, decipher clues to win $500

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:28A Publisher

TEXAS CITY, TX – Solving riddles, following clues and decoding hidden messages will lead to one person winning $500, along with a high-tech pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses. The City of Texas City has launched Scavenger Hunt III: 409 Protocol, featuring...

Jordan Ivy-Curry is making his mark with Satria Muda of the Indonesian Basketball League

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 2:59A Brandon Williams

Former La Marque boys’ basketball standout Jordan Ivy-Curry is making his mark with Satria Muda of the Indonesian Basketball League (IBL). Ivy-Curry is averaging 13.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in his first eight games with Satria Muda.