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Hello Woodlands, in partnership with Operation Pets Alive (OPA), highlights a “Pet of the Month” that features a local dog or cat available for foster and/or adoption in Montgomery County, Texas. Operation Pets Alive is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization striving to elevate ...
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Walmart for Good announced a multi-year workforce development investment in Houston as part of a broader effort to help workers build skills, connect to quality jobs and advance their careers in a labor market being reshaped by artificial intelligence and other technological chan...
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3:10 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes, near Sawdust Rd – wreck
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The Splendora Police Department issued the following statement Friday: We are proud to congratulate Assistant Chief Alex Hadrych and Lieutenant Troy Teller on graduating from the Leadership Command College (LCC) Class 105 through the LEMIT – Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Managem...
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WASHINGTON — If she wins her race in November, GOP congressional nominee Alex Mealer will represent Houston’s Magnolia Park, the site where Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot by a federal immigration agent earlier this month, potentially bringing the area under different par...
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A Montgomery County jury has sentenced Eugenio Les Zavala, 34, to 50 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after finding him guilty of Driving While Intoxicated (Third or More). The two-day trial commenced on July 20, 2026, and concluded with Zavala’s conviction and s...
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12:40 PM- POWER COMPANY ON SCENE -WILLIS WAUKEGAN IS CLOSED JUST WEST OF FM 1484 WITH A ROOMS TO GO DELIVERY TRUCK ROLLOVER AND A POWER POLE SNAPPED. EXPECT A SEVERAL-HOUR DELAY...
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Important Reminder Please remember that no employee of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, jail staff, or legitimate bail bond companies will ever call you to demand immediate payment of any sort. They will not request payment via gift cards, cash, or other unusual methods, n...
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The Woodlands Township Board of Directors approved a Ground Lease Agreement with Forest Capital Partners, LP during its July 23, 2026, Board meeting, marking a significant milestone toward the development of a new short course golf complex and associated amenities in the South Go...
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11:45 a.m. Willis Waukegan is CLOSED TO TRAFFIC near FM 1484, due to a box truck crash that snapped a SHECO (electric) pole. SHECO is responding and the road will be opened after the electrical line issue is resolved and the rolled box truck has been moved. Until then, the road i...
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HARRIS COUNTY, TX- Early Thursday, Deputy Aspras with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office initiated a traffic stop near the 10700 block of Fallbrook Drive, but the driver allegedly tried to flee, and the deputy pursued. That pursuit ended abruptly when the suspect allegedly tur...
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A new community-created mural inspired by healing, hope, and joy during the 2026 Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival now has a permanent home at Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center. The collaborative mural, A Community in Bloom, was created one tile at a time by attendees of all ages ...
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The City of Liberty has confirmed that a contractor working on the Minglewood Wastewater Project lost his life Thursday afternoon, July 23, after the ground collapsed beneath him. The worker was standing next to a protective box that had been placed in the ground for worker safet...
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Texas grocery giant H-E-B will anchor the first phase of a new 55-acre mixed-use commercial development at Valley Ranch, marking the company’s first store in New Caney and its 11th location in Montgomery County. The 120,000-square-foot supermarket is expected to open in fall 2027...
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Fishstick was brought to our shelter as a stray just six days ago, and it’s painfully clear he’s been suffering for far longer than that. When he arrived, thick green pus was oozing from his mouth. This was a heartbreaking sign of just how severe and painful his oral disease had ...
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has announced the promotion of Shawna Poole to captain of the Nacogdoches District. A native of Central Heights outside Nacogdoches, Captain Poole is returning to her East Texas roots to reconnect with the culture and communities there whil...
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9:20 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes near College Park/Hwy 242 – wreck
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8:20 p.m. I-45 southbound service road at FM 3083 – 18-wheeler rollover/road closure. EASTBOUND FM 3083 AT I-45 CLOSED ALSO
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A Harris County Sheriff's Office Sergeant has been arrested and charged following an incident on Thursday morning.
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7:45 p.m. Cedar Way at Avenue M Extension – 4 vehicle crash w/ Entrapment
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Constable Deputies are responding to multiple vehicle crashes across Precinct 4 as a result of wet roadway conditions. This crash is located in the 17900 block of Butte Creek Road. Motorists should expect delays in the area as emergency personnel work the scene. FLOOD ADVISORY IN...
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7 p.m. Decker Prairie Rosehill Rd near Johlke Rd – Wreck
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What began as a reported shoplifting at a Galleria-area clothing store ended in tragedy Thursday night when two teenagers were hit and killed while running across a Houston freeway following a police chase, according to the Houston Police Department. Assistant Chief James Bryant ...
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Picture Animal Description HUGO IN SHELTER – A427290 Hold: NEUTERED MALE – 1 5.00 TAN / WHITE LABRADOR RETR / SIBERIAN HUSKY This animal has been at the shelter since 07/23/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been...
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Suspect Arrested Following Vehicle Burglary Investigation in The Woodlands On July 22, 2026, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Crime Reduction Unit and Patrol deputies conducted proactive patrols in The Woodlands to address a recent surge in motor vehicle burgl...
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1 was detained after a possible explosive device was found during a child pornography investigation in a Harris County, Texas home, officials said.
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Issued: 4:15 PM Jul. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service This product covers Southeast Texas **Bertha expected to weaken as it moves through Southeast Texas** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - A Tropical St...
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5:05 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of Hwy 242/College Park – wreck
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A woman who was reportedly known for dumpster diving was found dead inside one behind a Family Dollar store in north Harris County, according to deputies....
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5:05 p.m. FM 149 near Herring Blvd – vehicle reportedly struck a road hazard, left the roadway and went into the trees. Occupants are injured.
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Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman’s body was found inside a dumpster behind a strip mall in northeast Harris County on Thursday. Law enforcement responded to the 3900 block of Aldine Mail Route Road after receiving a call regarding the body a...
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According to HCSO, Sgt. Freder Munoz has been relieved of duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
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3:45 p.m. UPDATE: Aircraft had issues with landing gear, but has now safely landed. 3:25 p.m. Incoming aircraft emergency reported at Conroe North Houston Regional Airport....
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3:15 p.m. Moments ago, firefighters and EMS responded to the senior living facility on Woodstead Ct. The kitchen fire was reportedly extinguished and only heavy smoke remained. Electric fans are being used for ventilation....
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Fire Station 124 on Sorters Road pushed in their new pumper with members of the B & C shift. The 2026 Rosenbauer Warrior engine replaces a 2014 Ferrara that will be reassigned to fleet as a spare engine. Spare apparatus allow for fire companies to remain in service when their app...
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Law enforcement officers throughout Texas are performing a different job TODAY – Thursday, July 23, as they partner with Texas Roadhouse to benefit Special Olympics Texas. Off-duty law enforcement officers will be working as servers in Texas Roadhouse restaurants in the annual ev...
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2:35 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes just north of Shepard Hill Road – Wreck w/ rollover/ entrapment reported
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1:15 p.m. Firefighters are responding to 1593 Hwy 146 Bypass where an 18-wheeler is fully involved. The highway is being closed in that area. No info yet on contents....
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All southbound lanes of Tomball Parkway are shut down near Grant Road after a vehicle hit an overpass and sent concrete debris onto the roadway, according to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office. Deputies are on scene in the 20500 block assisting with traffic and safety co...
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Try out a new restaurant or revisit a favorite for a great cause during Houston Restaurant Weeks! Find out which local restaurants are participating in this annual fundraiser benefitting the Houston Food Bank, Montgomery County Food Bank, and Galveston County Food Bank. Houston R...
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Texas Children’s The Woodlands was honored to welcome students from Education for Tomorrow Alliance (EFTA) this week for an engaging and educational experience designed to introduce them to the many career opportunities available in healthcare. During their visit, students receiv...
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The crashed happened around 11 a.m this morning on the Katy Freeway near SH-99 Tropical Storm Bertha moves through Houston today According to Fire Chief Deacon Tittel with Harris County ESD- 48, two people suffered minor injuries in the crash and were taken to a nearby hospital. ...
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Constable Deputies are assisting at the 20500 block of Tomball Parkway, where all southbound lanes are currently closed. An unknown vehicle struck an overpass, causing concrete debris to fall onto the roadway. TxDOT has been notified and is responding to assess the damage. Please...
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Important Reminder Please remember that no employee of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, jail staff, or legitimate bail bond companies will ever call you to demand immediate payment of any sort. They will not request payment via gift cards, cash, or other unusual methods, n...
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A woman and a man are charged with the murder of a 20-year-old woman, who deputies said was shot inside a vehicle in April.
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9:50 a.m. Egypt Lane at Research Forest Drive – Wreck
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Authorities say a suspicious item originally believed to be an explosive device was found during the execution of a search warrant at a southeast Houston home. Later, on Thursday afternoon, KPRC 2 learned the suspicious item was fireworks packed together, according to the Harris ...
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Ex-Magnolia Independent School District teacher Jason Maldonado was charged with having an improper relationship between an educator and a student in Texas....
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A second person has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in April, officials said.
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A Harris County woman accused of being part of an organized retail theft ring remained free despite repeatedly violating probation after a judge ended three probation cases with an "unsatisfactory termination" — a practice critics say is unique to Harris County and allows repeat ...
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Major traffic backups for drivers on the southwest side of Houston after deputies say a vehicle fell from the HOV lane onto the Southwest Freeway on Wednesday, according to Lt. Terry Garza with the Harris County Sheriff's Office....
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LIBERTY COUNTY, TX— Cleveland Police Department officers remained busy during the third week of July, making several arrests on warrants and other criminal charges. On July 16, Cleveland Police officers arrested Lajuane Ray Rushing, 40, of Cleveland, on an active Blue Warrant iss...
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IH-69 Southwest Freeway northbound at Beltway 8 West will be closed for several hours after a vehicle crash on Wednesday evening.
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A former elementary school teacher in Magnolia ISD is facing one charge of having an inappropriate relationship with students.
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TranStar images show an 18-wheeler dangling over Highway 99 from I-10 in west Harris County. HCSO says multiple vehicles were involved in the crash.
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Montgomery County deputies said 29-year-old Bradley Orton had been previously arrested for an indecent assault case in 2022 before the alleged incident this month....
