Four officers were injured Thursday after a fire call at a multi-residential unit in Freeport led to a struggle with a man wanted on outstanding warrants, police said.

June 4, 2026

The Freeport Historical Museum’s Shark Exhibit is open through Aug. 1, giving local families a free summer activity with shark jaws, life-sized models and ocean life displays.

June 2, 2026

Firefighters responded Tuesday afternoon to a reported fire call at the Dollar General on North Brazosport Boulevard in Freeport, but no visible smoke, flames, or major damage were seen at the scene.

June 2, 2026

The family of John Gabriel Mendoza Jr. is demanding answers after the 18-year-old Texas State student was fatally shot by a Brazoria County deputy following a pursuit in Lake Jackson.

June 1, 2026

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May 29, 2026

Angleton is bringing live music back downtown with free community concerts aimed at supporting local restaurants, businesses and family-friendly nightlife.

May 29, 2026

A Houston man was taken into custody after authorities said he led deputies on a pursuit through Lake Jackson neighborhoods before running from a vehicle at Bess Brannen Elementary School.

May 28, 2026

CenterPoint Energy says crews are preparing for more storms across the Greater Houston area after severe weather knocked out power to roughly 133,000 customers earlier this week.

May 23, 2026

West Nile virus was recently detected in mosquito traps in Sweeny and Manvel, prompting additional spraying and renewed warnings for Brazoria County residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

May 22, 2026