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Expuestos y en el olvido: El aire tóxico en una comunidad latina de Texas revela los fallos del sistema estatal de control de calidad del aire
Read full article: Expuestos y en el olvido: El aire tóxico en una comunidad latina de Texas revela los fallos del sistema estatal de control de calidad del aireLos datos públicos de una red de monitores de la calidad del aire alrededor del Canal de Navegación de Houston son difíciles de interpretar y a menudo son insuficientes, dejando a vecindarios de mayoría latina, como Cloverleaf, sin saber si el aire que respiran es seguro.
Neglected and exposed: Toxic air lingers in a Texas Latino community, revealing failures in state’s air monitoring system
Read full article: Neglected and exposed: Toxic air lingers in a Texas Latino community, revealing failures in state’s air monitoring systemPublic data from a network of state air monitors around the Houston Ship Channel is hard to interpret and is often inadequate, leaving Latino-majority neighborhoods like Cloverleaf unaware of whether the air they breathe is safe.
‘#DoItForVeezy’: North Shore community mourns death of high school football star Jarvon Coles
Read full article: ‘#DoItForVeezy’: North Shore community mourns death of high school football star Jarvon ColesJust three months after appearing in the 6A Division I State Championship game, the North Shore High School football community faced unspeakable tragedy.
2 suspects flee on foot after police chase ends in crash near elementary school in Galena Park
Read full article: 2 suspects flee on foot after police chase ends in crash near elementary school in Galena ParkTwo suspects are on the run after a police chase ended near a school in Galena Park, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Galena Park residents concerned about health & safety after CenterPoint Energy built substation near neighborhood
Read full article: Galena Park residents concerned about health & safety after CenterPoint Energy built substation near neighborhoodA CenterPoint Energy substation near a Galena Park neighborhood has many residents concerned about their health and safety.
Woman accused of leaving purse unattended with loaded gun inside at elementary school in Galena Park
Read full article: Woman accused of leaving purse unattended with loaded gun inside at elementary school in Galena ParkA woman has been charged after a purse with a loaded gun was left unattended at a Galena Park elementary school, according to charging documents.
Galena Park man sentenced to 35 years in prison for murder after DNA found in car pushed into bayou
Read full article: Galena Park man sentenced to 35 years in prison for murder after DNA found in car pushed into bayouA 21-year-old Galena Park man was sentenced on Tuesday for murder after placing a body in a car that was pushed into Hunting Bayou, according to a press release from Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
WATCH TONIGHT: The Concordia Lutheran HS baseball team takes on St. Thomas HS live on KPRC 2+ ⚾
Read full article: WATCH TONIGHT: The Concordia Lutheran HS baseball team takes on St. Thomas HS live on KPRC 2+ ⚾Streaming live in the KPRC 2+ app on April 14, watch Waltrip play Galena Park in high school softball at 4:50 p.m., and Concordia Lutheran play St. Thomas in high school baseball at 6:50 p.m.
Family of teen killed in murder-suicide in Galena Park to hold fundraiser for funeral expenses
Read full article: Family of teen killed in murder-suicide in Galena Park to hold fundraiser for funeral expensesThe Galena Park community is coming together to raise funds for the family of a teen who was killed in a murder-suicide while at her neighbor’s house Saturday.
Family, friends hold vigil for 3 teens killed in murder-suicide in Galena Park
Read full article: Family, friends hold vigil for 3 teens killed in murder-suicide in Galena ParkA community was left in shock, and friends and family were in mourning after three teenage girls were killed in a murder suicide in Galena Park over the weekend.
HCSO: 3 teens, 1 man dead in apparent murder-suicide at Galena Park home, 2 children escape to seek help
Read full article: HCSO: 3 teens, 1 man dead in apparent murder-suicide at Galena Park home, 2 children escape to seek helpFour people, including three teenage girls, were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a home in Galena Park late Saturday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Mug shot released of 17-year-old suspect charged in shooting death of Galena Park HS student
Read full article: Mug shot released of 17-year-old suspect charged in shooting death of Galena Park HS studentA teenager was arrested after a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed in the Galena Park area Thursday, according to deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
‘You want some shoes?’: Galena Park ISD sends warning to parents after suspicious man approaches 7th grader, district says
Read full article: ‘You want some shoes?’: Galena Park ISD sends warning to parents after suspicious man approaches 7th grader, district saysOfficials with Galena Park ISD are warning students and parents after a “stranger danger” situation that recently happened.
HPD officer hospitalized after being attacked by dog in Galena Park area; Canine shot, killed by police
Read full article: HPD officer hospitalized after being attacked by dog in Galena Park area; Canine shot, killed by policeA police officer was sent to the hospital following a severe dog bite in east Houston on Thursday afternoon, according to Houston Police Department.
Police searching for suspect accused of sexually assaulting child in Galena Park last year
Read full article: Police searching for suspect accused of sexually assaulting child in Galena Park last yearThe Galena Park Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a man they believe sexually assaulted a child last year.
Man shoots ex-girlfriend, her daughter before turning gun on himself in Galena Park: HCSO
Read full article: Man shoots ex-girlfriend, her daughter before turning gun on himself in Galena Park: HCSOAn investigation is underway after Harris County sheriff’s deputies said a man shot his ex-girlfriend and her daughter before turning the gun on himself Tuesday.
‘He went inside by himself’: Citizens raise concerns over Galena Park Fire Department staffing
Read full article: ‘He went inside by himself’: Citizens raise concerns over Galena Park Fire Department staffingPlywood now shutters a Galena Park home on Graham Drive after last week’s fire tore through the Galena Park home. When fire crews arrived, there was only one firefighter certified to go inside and search for victims.
‘It’s adding insult to injury’: Firefighter facing backlash for controversial social media post during house fire
Read full article: ‘It’s adding insult to injury’: Firefighter facing backlash for controversial social media post during house fireThe Reed family said a social media post made by a firefighter added insult to injury after their home was destroyed on Sunday morning.
‘Good health care is tied to education’: Galena Park ISD opens health clinics in schools
Read full article: ‘Good health care is tied to education’: Galena Park ISD opens health clinics in schoolsGalena Park ISD opened health clinics inside several schools that are aimed at promoting health care in the area.
‘No threats to the public’: 100-gallon chemical spill reported at Texmark Chemicals facility in Galena Park
Read full article: ‘No threats to the public’: 100-gallon chemical spill reported at Texmark Chemicals facility in Galena ParkLocal and emergency officials are working to resolve a chemical spill at the Texmark Chemicals, Inc. facility in Galena Park Thursday.
What’s that smell? Galena Park says it’s LyondellBasell Houston Refinery
Read full article: What’s that smell? Galena Park says it’s LyondellBasell Houston RefineryThe City of Galena Park said the unpleasant odor in the area throughout the city is being caused by an incident at the LyondellBasell Houston Refinery, located at 12000 Lawndale in Houston.
VYPE Houston Boy's Soccer Rankings powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer 3/22
Read full article: VYPE Houston Boy's Soccer Rankings powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer 3/22VYPE has partnered with Lethal Enforcer Soccer to provide the best soccer team rankings in the Greater Houston area. Every week, we will bring you a new set of Class 6A and 5A Boys and Girls Soccer Rankings. Check out the latest rankings below! CLASS 6A1- Seven Lakes2- Ridge Point3- The Woodlands4- Langham Creek5- Humble6- Cinco Ranch7- Dobie8- Klein Forest9- North Shore10- Bridgeland11- Klein Cain12- Jersey VillageCLASS 5A1- Kingwood Park2- Galena Park3- Paetow4- Friendswood5- Sharpstown6- Porter7- Magnolia West8- Wisdom9- Crosby10- Foster11- Goose Creek Memorial12- TerryCLASS 4A1- Brazosport2- Splendora3- Lumberton4- Livingston5- Royal6- Huffman7- East ChambersAd8- Columbia9- Bellville10- Scarborough11- Stafford12- Furr
Galena Park ISD employees surprised with $1,000 stipend during pandemic
Read full article: Galena Park ISD employees surprised with $1,000 stipend during pandemicGALENA PARK, Texas – The emotional strain from the coronavirus pandemic on educators has been overwhelming. Instead of telling the faculty and staff in Galena Park Independent School District what a great job they’ve done, the school board of trustees and superintendent decided to show them. As a token of their appreciation for their dedication and commitment during the pandemic, trustees approved the administration’s recommendation at Monday’s board meeting. Ad“It’s a great way to show folks that you love how much you care,” said Dr. John Moore, Galena Park ISD superintendent. We’ve had people say they are going to be able to have a great Valentine’s weekend.
Are Paetow, Lee, Lake Creek for real? The Class 5A Top 10
Read full article: Are Paetow, Lee, Lake Creek for real? The Class 5A Top 10Hightower heads way north to play Class 6A The Woodlands, while Lake Creek shocked Class 6A FB Travis last weekend. 3 Katy Paetow Panthers (2-0) DNP; Next Up KempnerNo. 4 Fort Bend Marshall Buffs (2-0) Defeated Galena Park 62-0; Next Up NorthsideNo. 9 Lake Creek (2-1) Defeated FB Travis 30-29; Up Next LegacyNo. 10 La Porte (2-1) Lost to Port Arthur Memorial; Next Up LeeOthers to Watch: Fulshear (3-0), Willowridge (2-0), FB Kempner
5 Big Takeaways: North Shore defeats Shadow Creek
Read full article: 5 Big Takeaways: North Shore defeats Shadow CreekThat's what North Shore vs Shadow Creek gave us on Friday night. 1) LOCKDOWN CORNER - Denver Harris is legit- As a sophomore last year, in the six playoff games for North Shore, Harris had four interceptions. 3) THE RING KING - Davis takes care of business- Was this Davis' cleanest game. #txhsfb @SimoneEli_TV @KPRC2RandyMc4th - 5:27North Shore - 38Shadow Creek - 21 pic.twitter.com/azq4i8JYhb — vypehouston (@vypehouston) September 26, 20204) WELCOME TO 6A - Shadow Creek battled well- Many will look at this score and think, well North Shore beat Shadow Creek by 17. Shadow Creek will be a team to watch this season and they get a BIG test next week playing Bridgeland.
Galena Park ISD; Dancy unveils new stadium turf
Read full article: Galena Park ISD; Dancy unveils new stadium turfWe've seen the state championship rings. Now, Galena Park ISD AD Vivian Dancy is happy to unveil North Shore and Galena Park's new-and-improved field turf. VYPE dropped by the #Eastside school as the district stadium was given a face-lift, which will drastically lower the heat coming off the playing surface and have more "give" upon contact. Kudos to Dancy and the GPISD Board for being concerned about their students' safety.
Galena Park imposes curfew after Harris County moves to red alert on COVID-19 threat scale
Read full article: Galena Park imposes curfew after Harris County moves to red alert on COVID-19 threat scaleGALENA PARK, Texas The city of Galena Park imposed a curfew Friday after Harris County moved to red alert on the coronavirus threat scale. City officials said the curfew will be effective Saturday from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. after County Judge Lina Hidalgo upgraded the countys COVID-19 public threat level from significant to severe as the virus outbreak worsens. Lets remember that our collective fight against COVID-19 is one in which we mustnt underestimate. We must all do our part to ensure the protection of our family, friends, and fellow citizens of Galena Park. Stay safe and may God bless each and every one of you.