GALENA PARK

A police officer was sent to the hospital following a severe dog bite in east Houston on Thursday afternoon, according to Houston Police Department.

Galena Park ISD leaders are preparing for changes this upcoming school year to ensure students are safe.

The Galena Park Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a man they believe sexually assaulted a child last year.

An 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.

Plywood 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.

The Reed family said a social media post made by a firefighter added insult to injury after their home was destroyed on Sunday morning.

A bicyclist was struck by a car and killed in Galena Park late Thursday, Galena Park police said.

Moya's critics accused her of abuse of power and lack of transparency regarding city funds.

Deputies are investigating after authorities said a teen was found dead in the front yard of a home in the Galena Park area.

This district is Marshall's to lose. The Buffalos have too much power and punch on both sides of the ball and are legitimate contenders for a state championship.

Galena Park ISD opened health clinics inside several schools that are aimed at promoting health care in the area.

Local and emergency officials are working to resolve a chemical spill at the Texmark Chemicals, Inc. facility in Galena Park Thursday.

The leak comes just days after a leak at a Dow Chemical plant in La Porte, and another LyondellBasell leak in Galena Park.

For the past two days, residents have been reporting a strong, garlic-like chemical smell in Galena Park, with many saying they've been feeling nauseous and having headaches.

The 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.

There are efforts underway to help give residents on Houston’s east side more accessible health care.

VYPE 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, 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.

Hightower 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

That'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.

We'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, 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.

City of Galena Park issues daily curfew, restricts residents inside buildingsPeople are screened as they line up to be tested for coronavirus at a free testing site at Forest Brook Middle School set up by United Memorial Medical Center on Thursday, April 2, 2020 in Houston. Any surfaces touched by the public inside a building that is open for essential business must be properly sanitized, per the order. SUPERINTENDENT: No, Texas students won't have to repeat a grade due to coronavirusMontgomery County residents are also under a curfew. The curfew does not apply to essential personnel and those in emergency situations. Houston does not plan to announce a curfew at this time, according to a Harris County official.

Updated 8:00 a.m. CT: A boil water notice remains for Houstons Main Water System. Houston residents were encouraged to continue boiling water before consuming it Friday morning as repairs continued on a water main break that left parts of the city without tap water and flooded part of the East Loop. In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The City of Houston told UH that water would not be restored until late Thursday night at the earliest. Thomas Street Health Center would also not open on Friday, HHS said.

Galena Park school bus attendant accused of assaulting disabled girl, released on $100 bondSergio Lopez. 67, a former school bus attendant for Galena Park ISD is charged with misdemeanor assault after being accused of inappropriately touching a 13-year-old disabled student on several occasions, according to court documents. 67, a former school bus attendant for Galena Park ISD is charged with misdemeanor assault after being accused of inappropriately touching a 13-year-old disabled student on several occasions, ... more Photo: Harris Co. Constable Pct. 3 Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Galena Park school bus attendant accused of assaulting disabled girl, released on $100 bond 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA former school bus attendant for Galena Park ISD is charged with misdemeanor assault after being accused of inappropriately touching a 13-year-old disabled student on several occasions, according to court documents. Galena Park ISD released the following written statement:I can confirm out Human Resource Services Department, in conjunction with the Transportation Department investigated a former employee, who had been employed by GPISD since February 2016 about allegations involving a student.

Sheriff: Galena Park woman stabbed in domestic violence incidentA Galena Park woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her husband Friday morning, according to police. Mayra Falcon-Medellin, 38, was found dead by Galena Park Police Department officers and Harris County Sheriffs Office deputies around 4 a.m. inside her home in the 1700 block of Danaway Street. He is currently in jail and prosecutors have filed a motion for high bond. Medellins death is the fourth linked to intimate partner violence by authorities in Harris County so far in 2019. Sadly, another death linked to domestic violence, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet about the incident.

Houston teen lights firework during Galena Park school dismissal, officials sayJustin Carter, 17, was charged with reckless arson after allegedly setting off a firework during North Shore Senior High School's afternoon dismissal Jan. 8, 2020. Justin Carter, 17, was charged with reckless arson after allegedly setting off a firework during North Shore Senior High School's afternoon dismissal Jan. 8, 2020. Photo: Harris County Fire Marshal's Office / Google Maps Photo: Harris County Fire Marshal's Office / Google Maps Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Houston teen lights firework during Galena Park school dismissal, officials say 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA Galena Park teenager is facing a felony charge after allegedly lighting a firework during dismissal at North Shore Senior High School last week, the second time a firework was detonated inside a Harris County school in as many days. Several students were injured as they rushed to exit the building, suffering scrapes, scratches and bruises, according to the Harris County Fire Marshals Office. Fireworks are explosive devices, and when not used appropriately, fireworks can cause harm and are dangerous.It is unclear if Galena Park ISD, which oversees North Shore Senior High School, sent a letter to parents about the Wednesday afternoon explosion.

HOUSTON - Students in the Galena Park area can receive a free backpack and school supplies during a giveaway Saturday. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Galena Park Resource and Training Program. The giveaway is sponsored by several different local companies. For more information, click here. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

The driver of an 18-wheeler that fell 150 feet from the Ship Channel bridge Wednesday died as rescuers were working to free him from the trucks cab, police said. Houston police said a witness reported that a smaller vehicle cut the tractor-trailer off and the truck driver veered to avoid a crash. The driver of the smaller vehicle stayed at the scene and is being interviewed by investigators, police said. Also, because oil from the truck did run onto our property, we have deployed boom to prevent oil from going into the Ship Channel. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the driver of the truck.