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FAMILY THANKS DEPUTIES WHO RESPONDED TO CHILD NEAR DROWNING INCIDENT

On September 6, 2026, District 6 deputies responded to a call involving a two-year-old child who had fallen into a swimming pool and was found floating face down by his father. When deputies arrived, the father was holding the child, who was breathing and crying. The father advis...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 16, 2026

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Brown water keeps coming back. Why? ENOUGH investigates water complaints

If you turn on your faucet and brown water comes out, your first reaction might be: What is that? And is it safe? That’s the question one Montgomery County woman wanted answered after she noticed dark brown water coming from her faucet. Linda contacted ENOUGH’s Amy Davis and prod...

KPRC 2 (KPRC, NBC)Sep 16, 2026

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Shakespeare in the Park returns this fall to Rob Fleming Park

Shakespeare in the Park returns this fall, bringing live theatre, fresh air and an evening of entertainment to Rob Fleming Park. Shakespeare in the Park will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive. The Woodlands T...

Hello WoodlandsSep 15, 2026

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Plato’s Closet celebrates Grand Opening of new location in Conroe on September 17

Plato’s Closet®, a leading teen and young adult retail resale concept, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest location at 1108 W. Dallas Street. The brand is known for its affordable, gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and more, which provides local teens an...

Hello WoodlandsSep 15, 2026

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Thind Management to debut New Staybridge Suites in Spring in late September

Houston-based Thind Management is preparing to debut a new 92-key Staybridge Suites at 24868 I-45 North in Spring, TX, introducing a fully reimagined upscale extended-stay option strategically positioned roughly equidistant to some of north Houston’s most popular business and lif...

Hello WoodlandsSep 15, 2026

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Trinity Episcopal Church makes history with Installation of First Female Rector

Trinity Episcopal Church celebrated a historic milestone on Sunday, August 30, 2026, with the installation of the Rev. Christine Mendoza as the seventh Rector in the parish’s history and the first woman to serve as Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church. The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher o...

Hello WoodlandsSep 15, 2026

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FATAL CRASH IN NEW CANEY

6AM- INVESTIGATORS ARE ON THE SCENE OF AN AUTO-PEDESTRIAN FATAL CRASH ON FM 1485 WESTBOUND AT WILLABY. EXPECT MAJOR DELAYS

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 15, 2026

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AUTO /PEDESTRIAN CRASH

350AM-AUTO PEDESTRIAN CRASH FM 1485 AT WILLABY ROAD. FM 1485 CLOSED

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 15, 2026

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Cops Say He was Armed and Wound up “Charged” in More Ways than One

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- On Sunday, deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to the 8100 block of Schaffer Lane after receiving multiple calls reporting an armed male walking through the Prestonwood Forest neighborhood, pointing a handgun at residents and their hom...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 15, 2026

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FEDS ARREST ARSONIST IN FIREBOMBING OF NEW CANEY BUDHIST TEMPLE

Gertrude “Trudy” Thompson has just been arrested by FBI Houston civil rights agents on new federal charges related to the firebombing of the Buddhist Temple in New Caney, TX on November 5, 2023! Trudy Thompson joins her daughter, Kayla Thompson, and Austin Tanton in being charged...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 15, 2026

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Some Willis homeowners push back against mandatory $75 monthly internet charge

Homeowners in a Montgomery County community are pushing back against a new community-wide internet plan that will eventually add $75 a month to their HOA assessments, with some residents questioning why they should have to pay for a service they say they did not choose. The Woodl...

KPRC 2 (KPRC, NBC)Sep 15, 2026

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Drones, Flock Cameras Help Conroe Police Catch Stalking Suspect

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- A coordinated effort involving Conroe Police Department dispatchers, patrol officers, drone pilots and surveillance technology led to the arrest of a man accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend Saturday afternoon. Around 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Conroe Police resp...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 14, 2026

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FBI arrests mother of suspect in firebombing of New Caney Buddhist temple

The mother of one of two people charged in the firebombing of a Montgomery County Buddhist temple is now facing federal charges herself. FBI Houston Civil Rights agents arrested Gertrude “Trudy” Thompson, 58, on charges including conspiracy to commit arson, use of an explosive, a...

KPRC 2 (KPRC, NBC)Sep 14, 2026

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Bizarre Auto-Ped Call in South Montgomery County

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- A short while ago, law enforcement, firefighters and medics responded to an auto vs. pedestrian call in the 2400 block of Aspen Dale Drive. Medics were told to “stage”, meaning wait until law enforcement gives the all-clear to approach the patient or patien...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 13, 2026

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Need for Speed Becomes Need a Good Attorney

Around 10 a.m. Sunday, a DPS Trooper was southbound on the Hardy Toll Road when a BMW passed him on the shoulder at 120 mph. The Trooper initiated a pursuit, but lost the suspect. Fate intervened seconds later – The Trooper spotted the suspect’s BMW exiting at FM 1960. Unable to ...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 13, 2026

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License plate readers put abducted 12-year-old back in safe hands in 16 minutes

A 12-year-old boy taken across state lines by his non-custodial father and believed to be bound for Mexico was found safe at a Chambers County hotel 16 minutes after deputies started looking for him — a recovery the sheriff credits entirely to the automated license plate reader n...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 12, 2026

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AUTO PEDESTRIAN CRASH IN WILLIS

8AM-North Montgomery County Fire is on the scene of an auto/pedestrian crash on Nellwood Drive. Reported victim was hit by a truck but is reported to be in stable condition....

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 12, 2026

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LAST NIGHT…CONSTABLES ASSIST IN SEARCH FOR THREE FLEEING SUSPECTS!

Last night, deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office assisted the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office near Creek Knoll and Northgate following a vehicle pursuit. Three suspects reportedly fled from the vehicle, prompting a search of the surrounding area. Precinct 4 deployed bo...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 12, 2026

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MANHUNT SOUTH COUNTY /HARRIS COUNTY

Harris County Precinct 4 and DPS Air are assisting the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office in a manhunt for 4 males who bailed out of the vehicle after an MCSO pursuit..They are searching an apartment complex at Northgate Crossing and Creek Knoll. Waiting on description...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 12, 2026

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Charged with Driving While Intoxicated

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- On September 7, deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the 20100 block of Fox Haven Lane. The driver, 35-year-old Michael Dill Jr., allegedly displayed multiple signs of intoxication, prompting deputies to administer a s...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 12, 2026

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Cleveland Police’s Cuffing and Stuffing Continues

LIBERTY COUNTY, TX- Cleveland Police continued their August hot streak of arrests into the first week of September, with no plans to slow down. CPD arrested several people between Sept. 1 and Sept. 6 on charges ranging from illegal drug possession and weapons offenses to outstand...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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Accused of Giving Young Girl Booze/Sexually Assaulting Her

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- In February, deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office Patrol Division responded to a report of a sexual assault of a child, where young said a man provided her with alcoholic beverages and then sexually assaulted her.Detectives with Constable Herman’...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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Sprouts Farmers Market opens 500th store in The Woodlands on Sept. 12

Sprouts Farmers Market has announced it will open a new store in The Woodlands, Texas on Saturday, September 12, located at 4775 W Panther Creek Dr. Suite 400, Spring, Texas. A ribbon-cutting will take place on Saturday, September 12 at 6:45 a.m. prior to the store opening at 7 a...

Hello WoodlandsSep 11, 2026

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Conroe keeps Flock camera funding in new budget as privacy debate grows across Texas

Conroe will continue funding its Flock Safety license plate-reading cameras after city leaders approved a new budget Thursday, despite residents and two council members pushing the city to reconsider the technology. The decision comes as other Houston-area cities pull back from F...

KPRC 2 (KPRC, NBC)Sep 11, 2026

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MAN CRITICAL AFTER TESLA CRASH

Just seconds before midnight Friday, East Montgomery County Fire responded to a reported Tesla that had crashed through a fence on FM 2090 near Driver’s Road. They arrived to find a Tesla with an unresponsive male in the driver’s seat. MCHD units arrived on the scene and transpor...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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MAJOR ACCIDENT FM 2090

MIDNIGHT-FM 2090 AT DRIVER-TESLA JUMPED THE FENCE

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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Get ready for the 2027 Conroe Firefighters Foundation Calendar!

Coming Soon! Preorder your calendar now and help support the Conroe Firefighters Foundation. Every purchase helps us continue supporting Conroe firefighters and their families when they need it most. Scan the QR code on the flyer to preorder yours today! https://conroepff.com...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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SJCSO Seeks Public’s Help to ID Suspects

SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TX- The San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying two men suspected of burglarizing a hunting cabin in Coldspring. The burglary occurred at approximately 10 p.m. March 2 in the 200 block of Neumann, according to the sherif...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026

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MCSO Participates in Active Shooter Event Training w/ Area Agencies

West Patrol Command, in partnership with Montgomery ISD Police Department, Montgomery Police Department, Montgomery County Constable Precinct 1, Texas Department of Public Safety, Montgomery County Hospital District, and local fire personnel, participated in a Joint Active Shoote...

Montgomery County Police ReporterSep 11, 2026