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Traffic Alert: W. FM 1097 – Willis – Wreck
5:45 p.m. W. FM 1097 westbound at I-45 nort6hbound feeder – wreck
Montgomery County Animal Shelter – Animals Received 6/6/26
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428633 Hold: NEUTERED MALE – 2 BUFF DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/06/2026, 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 anima
11-year-old on electric bike involved in crash in Cypress, Harris County Precinct 4 officials say
Investigators said the 11-year-old on the electric bike tried to go around a vehicle stopped at an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle.
Traffic Alert: I-45 SB ML – Shenandoah – Wreck
9:55 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes south of Hwy 242/College Park Dr – Wreck
Traffic Alert: W. Dallas St. – Conroe – Wreck
12:50 p.m. W. Dallas St. at N. Frazier St. – wreck
The Latino Journey of Montgomery County Exhibit Opens
Man accused of murdering his father in Conroe and stealing his credit cards, MCSO says
A son was charged with murder in connection with the murder of his father inside a home in the Conroe area, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
Son of beloved Conroe horseman charge in father’s murder
The son of an 81-year-old Conroe man has been charged in his father’s murder.James Blount, known to many as “Mr. Jim,” was found shot inside his home on Trails End Road on Monday after a family member called 911. When deputies arrived, they found Blount suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronoun
Chick-fil-A and 5 other projects registered around the Conroe, Montgomery area
By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s student newspaper, The
Supreme Lending Announces Partnership with Woodforest National Bank to Offer Home Loan Solutions to Residents of Montgomery County, Texas
Habitat for Humanity Montgomery County seeks Partner Families for New Neighborhood in Magnolia
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas (Habitat MCTX) is now accepting applications for its Homeownership Program, offering qualified families the opportunity to purchase affordable homes in Marble Creek, a new Habitat community in Magnolia. Marble Creek will create affordable homeownershi
Habitat for Humanity Montgomery County Seeks Partner Families for New Neighborhood in Magnolia
Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Shenandoah – Wreck
10 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of Research Forest Dr / Tamina – Wreck
Some Texas school districts struggling with costs of complying with school bus seatbelt law
The state continues to enact laws and mandates to make schools safer, but school districts are finding it hard to fund the cost of compliance.
Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – South County – Wreck
6:15 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes at the Rayford Road on-ramp- wreck
Montgomery County Animal Shelter – Animals Received 6/3/26 and 6/4/26
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428929 Hold: MALE – 1 TAN / BLACK GERM SHEPHERD / MIX This animal has been at the shelter since 06/04/2026, 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
Commissioner Ritch Wheeler Announces Major Traffic Signal Modernization Project for Precinct 3
Montgomery County Precinct 3 is launching a significant upgrade to its traffic signal infrastructure with the installation of Miovision’s advanced traffic management technology, providing smarter, safer and more efficient intersection operations to motorists and pedestrians throughout the area. The
Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston’s Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13
Back by popular demand, the Headliner Comedy Series at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is returning for another unforgettable night of laughs. Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or simply looking for a reason to laugh, this is the evening you’ve bee
KeySmiles Dental now open in Conroe
General dentist Dr. Keyshla Escobar Rivera said KeySmiles Dental is now offering services in Conroe. The details Originally from Puerto Rico, Rivera said she is fully bilingual in Spanish and English. Per the website, KeySmiles Dental offers a variety of dental services including: Dental crowns Dent
4 events to check out in Conroe, Montgomery this weekend, June 6-7
There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list, and events are subject to change. KimoKawaii Anime Convention The fifth annual KimoKawaii Anime Convention will be at the Lone Star Convention & Expo Center
3 Lone Star College System board positions up for election in November
Three Lone Star College System seats are slated to go before voters in November after the college system’s trustees called the election during the June 4 board meeting. The gist LSCS trustees for Districts 3, 4 and 9 are scheduled to be up for election Nov. 3, according to June 4 meeting docum
Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Conroe- Wreck
1:30 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of FM 830 – wreck
LIST: Juneteenth celebrations held across Harris County Precinct 4 aim to honor history
Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is inviting residents to celebrate Juneteenth with a series of free, family-friendly events across the county this month.The events are designed to commemorate Juneteenth, the day on June 19, 1865, when enslaved African Americans in Texas learned
Traffic Alert: I-45 SB – South County – Wreck
11:45 a.m. I-45 southbound main lanes at Rayford/Sawdust – Wreck (poss. 3 vehicles involved)
Beloved Conroe horseman, 81, found shot to death in his home, community demands answers
An 81-year-old Conroe man described by friends as one of the nicest people you would ever meet was found shot to death in his home and investigators are now asking the public to help find his killer.James Blount, known to many as “Mr. Jim,” was discovered shot in his home off Trails End Road on Mond
Traffic Alert: Calvary Road – Willis – Wreck
6:20 p.m. UPDATE Calvary Road between I-45 and the NMC Fire Station – Auto vs. Ditch 6:15 p.m. Calvary Road at Snoe Road – Wreck (auto vs. ditch)
Investigators looking into shooting death of 81-year-old trailrider inside home in Conroe, MCSO says
Investigators did not immediately say if there was a suspect description or what led up to the shooting of 81-year-old James Blount.
ERCOT forecasts record electric demand this summer amid data center boom; says grid will hold up
Texans are on track to use more electricity this summer than ever before, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas announced during a board meeting this week. What you need to know ERCOT, which operates the power grid for the majority of Texas, is forecasting high temperatures and moderate rainfall
Montgomery County Narcotics Enforcement Team Seizes Drugs and Weapon Following Crime Stoppers Tip
Conroe ISD approves 5 new principals at June 2 regular board meeting.
At its June 2 special board meeting, the Conroe ISD board finalized the hiring of five new principals to serve the district for the 2026-27 school year. Meeting highlights 1. Gordon Reed Elementary School Amy Barber originally served at Geisienge Elementary in multiple roles, including classroom tea
Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houstons Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13th
MONTGOMERY, TX — Back by popular demand, the Headliner Comedy Series at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is returning for another unforgettable night of laughs. Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or simply looking for a reason to laugh, this is the
Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houstons Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13th
Traffic Alert: FM 3083 – Conroe – Wreck
9:55 a.m. FM 3083 at Airport Parkway – Wreck
Commissioner Ritch Wheeler Announces Major Traffic Signal Modernization Project for Precinct 3
Montgomery County Animal Shelter – Animals Received 6/2/26
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428524 Hold: MALE – 2.00 BUFF DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/02/2026, 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 animal type
Investigators seeking information after 81-year-old man found shot dead inside Montgomery County home
Investigators in Montgomery County are asking the public for assistance after a 81-year-old man was found dead with a gunshot wound inside a home Monday.The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said it happened at a home in the 19200 block of Trails End Road around 8 a.m. They responded to a report th
MCSO Investigates Homicide on Trails End in Conroe
$8.4B boost did not shield Texas schools from budget cuts, educators say
Nearly $8.4 billion in new state funding was not enough to save Texas public school districts from budget shortfalls and campus closures, school administrators said June 1. During a nearly 10-hour public hearing at the state Capitol, school district leaders spoke of efforts to stretch their budgets
Traffic Alert: Waukegan Road – Cut & Shoot / Conroe Area – Wreck
4:45 p.m. Waukegan Road in the Curve near Millmac Road – Auto vs. Tree
Fire Traffic Alert: I-45 – Conroe – Commercial Structure Fire
1 p.m. Firefighters are responding to a commercial structure fire reported at Wiesner Buick GMC on I-45 southbound, south of Wilson Road in Conroe. They are not seeing any signs of fire upon arrival.