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Hunter Williams Charged in Theft, Chase; K-9 Joker Recovers Tossed Narcotics

A theft in progress escalated into a foot chase, a vehicle pursuit, and a felony stop before Hunter Williams was taken into custody thanks to Montgomery County Precinct 4 deputies and their K-9, Joker. A Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office supervisor was the first to ...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 3, 2026

MAN EJECTED FROM PICKUP AFTER HIT BY TRAIN

A male driver who reportedly went around the crossing arms was ejected from his Dodge pickup and left in critical but stable condition after a southbound train hit the truck just before midnight in Magnolia. The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating. MAGNOLIA, TX — A...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 3, 2026

Local Jury Gives Life Sentence for Continuous Sexual Abuse of Young Child

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- After finding Manuel Garcia Rodriguez (also known as Manuel Rodriguez Garcia), 51, guilty of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Young Child, a Montgomery County jury sentenced him to life imprisonment in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on June 25, 2026. ...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 30, 2026

CRAWFISH BOIL HONORING FALLEN DEPUTY ERIKA SERRATO -FUNDRAISER

Many of you have heard about the heartbreaking loss of Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed in the line of duty this past weekend while serving our community. For those who may not know us, my family owns both Blazin Cajun HTX and A.M Donuts in Splendo...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 30, 2026

Man dies in hospital after being found shot near Cloverleaf, sheriff's office says

A man is dead after deputies found him inside a vehicle with what was described as a possible gunshot wound Sunday in the 1100 block of Freeport Street, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Montgomery County deputy killed by vehicle on I-45 North near The Woodlands, of...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jun 28, 2026

Montgomery County Animal Shelter – Animals Received 6/27/26

Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A429678 Hold: PLEA FEMALE – 1.30 BRN TABBY / WHITE DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/27/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not p...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 28, 2026

Montgomery County Animal Shelter – Animals Received May 24-26, 2026

Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A429782 Hold: FEMALE – 1 BRN TABBY DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/26/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not performed on that...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 26, 2026

Montgomery County reports first case of West Nile Virus in 2026

The Montgomery County Public Health Department says it has received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services of the first case of West Nile Virus in a resident of the county for 2026.The resident diagnosed with the virus is a woman in her 50s and lives in t...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jun 26, 2026

CONFIRMED CASE OF WEST NILE VIRUS IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY 2026

Health officials have confirmed the county’s first human case of West Nile Virus for 2026, the Montgomery County Public Health Department announced. The patient, a woman in her 50s who lives in the 77355 ZIP code, was diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease — the more ser...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 26, 2026

MONTGOMERY COUTNY PRECINCT 4 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE -AUTO AUCTION

The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden at New Caney Impound & Services located at: . 23643 Roberts Rd, Ste 100, New Caney, TX 77357; 713-467-6863, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 10:30 am in accordance with the ...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 26, 2026

Montgomery County TX Manhunt Ends

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- The manhunt that began with a DPS pursuit of a stolen vehicle near the Walker County line has ended. The suspect, who fled on foot and abandoned the stolen vehicle and female passenger was not found. However, the suspect has been identified. He’s reportedly...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 26, 2026

Montgomery County TX Manhunt Update

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- Earlier this evening, a DPS Trooper attempted to stop a stolen vehicle on Hwy 75 near the Montgomery County/ Walker County line. The suspect refused to comply and a pursuit began southbound. The suspect turned from Hwy 75 onto Seven Coves Road and then went...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 26, 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th with a parade, live music and more at Market Street

Market Street commemorates this milestone year as our nation celebrates its 250th Anniversary in 2026. Thousands of guests will cheer on the red, white and blue this 4th of July beginning at 9:00 am during this beloved community tradition: the 50th Annual South Montgomery County ...

Hello WoodlandsJun 25, 2026

MANHUNT CONTINUES IN WILLIS

8 AM A MANHUNT INVOLVING MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE, DPS CONTINUES ON I-45 AND CALVARY. DPS STOPPED AN 18-WHEELER WHEN THE PASSENGER RAN. ICE HAS THE DRIVER IN CUSTODY. A DPS AIRCRAFT IS OVERHEAD ASSISTING ALONG WITH DRONES...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 25, 2026

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PRECINCT 4 DEPUTIES RECEIVE COMMENDATION

On May 23, 2026, Precinct 4 deputies responded to an active shooter incident on Nottingham Road in New Caney. During a dangerous and rapidly changing scene, our deputies worked together with responding agencies to locate and protect injured civilians, evacuate residents to safety...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 23, 2026

Things To Do in July in The Woodlands area

Hello Woodlands’ “Things To Do” monthly guide highlights events, activities, and things to do this July in The Woodlands and Montgomery County area PLUS ways to give back and support local. Be sure to check back on Hello Woodlands for updates and events! July 2026 Featured Events...

Hello WoodlandsJun 23, 2026

REPORTED STANDOFF WILLIS

12:30 AM-Montgomery County units are on the scene of a possible standoff with a male held up in a home in the 1900 block of North Acres, off African Hill Road....

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 22, 2026

Project Beacon announces 2026 “Beacon at the Blue Magnolia” Fall Fundraiser

Project Beacon is proud to announce its 5th Annual Fall Fundraiser, “Beacon at the Blue Magnolia: A Southern Evening of Music and Meaning,” taking place on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at its new location, The Blue Magnolia in Magnolia, Texas. This highly a...

Hello WoodlandsJun 18, 2026

Repeat Family Violence Offender sentenced to 42 Years

On June 3, 2026, a Montgomery County jury convicted Aaron Darrell Brown, 40, and delivered a 42-year prison sentence after finding him guilty of Assault Family Violence with a Previous Conviction. Brown’s trial began on June 1, 2026, before Judge Lisa Michalk in the 221st Distric...

Hello WoodlandsJun 17, 2026

MCSO investigates Drowning in Magnolia following Extensive Search

[On the evening of June 16, 2026) at about 6:00 p.m., deputies responded to the 30000 block of Turriff Circle in Magnolia following a report of a missing juvenile in a flooded retention pond. Preliminary information indicates a group of teenagers were playing near a construction ...

Hello WoodlandsJun 17, 2026