Nearly 200 volunteers fan out across Houston suburbs to fight trafficking ahead of World Cup rush

As the global spotlight shines on Houston for the FIFA World Cup, a local organization warns that a shadow economy is ramping up right alongside the soccer rush. The nonprofit organization Elijah Rising confirms 185 volunteers have signed up for a massive, coordinated outreach operation targeting suburban hotels and motels.

Authorities locate missing Dickinson 6-year-old, 1 arrested

Authorities said they located a missing 6-year-old girl and canceled an AMBER Alert issued Saturday morning.

Dickinson dog rescue: 'Tupac' saved after 3 days at bottom of hill with broken leg

A dog, now named "Tupac", was rescued Sunday after spending three days at the bottom of a steep hill in Dickinson with a broken leg, Bayou Animal Services & Adoption Center says.

7 people shot during birthday party at rented lounge in Dickinson

Seven people were wounded in a shooting outside a rented lounge in Dickinson early Sunday morning as a birthday party was ending.

Galveston County inmate charged with father's death in Dickinson

Dickinson Police say 41-year-old resident Kenneth Jackson Jr. has been charged with murder for the death of his father, 67-year-old Kenneth Jackson Sr.

Homeless man rescues mother, infant after crash in Dickinson Bayou

Officials report a homeless man used his canoe to rescue a mother and infant who crashed into Dickinson Bayou on Thursday evening.

Off-duty Lakeview Police Officer killed in Dickinson crash

The Galveston County Sheriff's Office is investigating following a deadly crash that took the life of an off-duty Lakeview Police Officer on Tuesday.

Worker killed in construction accident
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A construction worker was killed after being crushed by heavy equipment in Dickinson on Tuesday.

Galveston Co. bus driver arrested, charged after allegedly assaulting 11-year-old over bag of chips

A Galveston County bus driver is facing charges after being accused of assaulting an 11-year-old student on the bus. The incident has sparked outrage among parents and community members.

Houston-area police chase: Alleged bank robbery suspect dies after leading authorities on chase

Authorities are on the scene following a police chase that ended in the last half hour. Details are very limited, but officials said the chase started somewhere between Webster and League City.

Dickinson crime: Suspect found dead after 12-hour standoff

Authorities confirmed that a suspect connected to a fatal shooting on Friday night was found dead after an hours-long standoff in Dickinson.