Galveston County
Coverage of Galveston County in the Nexus archive.
- Federal judge dismisses City of Hitchcock lawsuit that sought return of $721K seized by Galveston County
A federal judge dismissed the City of Hitchcock's lawsuit seeking the return of $721,000 seized by Galveston County. The funds, 9% of Hitchcock's annual operating budget, were taken from its general fund bank account in June over allegations linking them to illegal gambling.
- Galveston County DA reports spike in domestic violence, announces expanded outreach
Galveston County officials reported three domestic violence-related murders within a week in late June. The DA announced expanded outreach efforts in response to a reported spike in domestic violence cases.
- Hello Houston (July 6, 2026)
The article discusses Houston's performance as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Galveston County's newly approved precinct map and resident reactions, and Moody Gardens' introduction of a new animal resident.
- Galveston County commissioners approve new precinct map despite criticism from residents
Galveston County commissioners approved a new precinct map despite resident criticism. The county is defending itself against claims that its previous map weakened the voting power of Black and Hispanic voters.
- Increasingly fierce storms are coming for the upper Texas coast. Is the petrochemical industry ready?
Galveston County, home to 22 refineries and chemical plants, faces increasingly fierce storms. Emergency preparedness among these facilities varies widely.