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Body of one of missing twin boys found near shore in Galveston

Matt Harab

Posted on March 7, 2023 · “We’ve contacted the family, and let them know what was going on,” says Lt. Austin Kirwin, Galveston Beach Patrol. “The search continues for the other missing teen.”

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Voting rights group says Galveston County not providing enough polling locations for election day, breaking state law

Jack Williams

Posted on November 3, 2022 · According to the Texas Civil Rights Project, Galveston County will only open 28 polling locations on election day instead of the 41 mandated by law.

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