Cheerful masks, mounds of beads, garland and bunting in swaths of purple, green and gold hang from houses throughout Galveston’s historic districts, as the island celebrates Mardi Gras the only way it ...

Jack Johnson Park in Galveston is named after the first Black heavyweight champion in boxing, who was born on the island. Galveston is home to Texas' first high school for Black students and its first ...

HOUSTON – If you’ve traveled to Galveston, you’ll notice historical homes are in abundance, but for the history and real estate fanatic among you, the homes largely aren’t open to viewing -- until now ...

Galveston's Dickens on The Strand returns this weekend, transforming the Strand Historic District into a Victorian-era celebration. Now in its 52nd year, the festival brings Charles Dickens' ...

GALVESTON — The cast-iron architecture erected in Galveston’s Strand district during the 19th century was already rusting before Hurricane Ike flooded the national landmark with corrosive storm water.

Some wonder if the 'new' Strand will have more in common with Bourbon Street or Sixth Street, rather than a historic district. John Glenn has big plans as the owner of Club Strand. 'I'm putting a 50 ...

Galveston ArtWalk will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Jan. 17 in the heart of the Galveston Historic District, featuring commercial galleries, nonprofit arts spaces and other galleries. For over 25 years ...

GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Damage assessment efforts are underway in the aftermath of Hurricane Nicholas. So far, Galveston County officials believe 33% of the county's residents are without ...

GALVESTON, Texas (CNN)-- Hurricane Ike’s storm surge flooded Galveston’s historic district early Saturday, sparked fires and knocked out power. Heavy winds continued to pummel the coastal region more ...

For generations of Houston-area residents, a trip to Galveston has meant one thing: fun. The island city has its own vibe, operating at a much slower pace with a more casual lifestyle. You feel it the ...

Elderly man dies in southwest Houston house fire on Willow Lake Drive; HFD contained the blaze in about 20 minutes, and arson investigators are probing the cause. House fire claims life of elderly man ...