Dickinson ISD educator allegedly sent money to student who blackmailed her

A probable cause affidavit reveals new details in the case against Dickinson ISD educator Kristi Hanks, including allegations involving a 16-year-old student, blackmail, Cash App payments and a firearm she reported stolen.

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.