The Conroe City Council has approved a $381 million budget for 2026, granting a 6% raise for all city employees but rejecting a 10% pay increase for police officers. The budget also includes a water and sewer fee hike, with new plans to impose developer impact fees by 2027 to offset infrastructure costs.
The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office has joined forces with the Human Trafficking Institute to enhance its initiatives against human trafficking and child exploitation by providing specialized training and resources.
Montgomery County commissioners on Friday approved a $508 million budget for 2026 that includes a $10,000 pay raise for law enforcement officers and a slight decrease in the property tax rate.
Conroe City Council is changing its meeting structure beginning in September to comply with House Bill 1522, which updates how cities must post public notices.
Montgomery County commissioners voted Tuesday to support the creation of a new state district court as rising felony cases and jail overcrowding strain the justice system.
A complaint has been lodged by a Houston attorney against Gene Wu, the Chair of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, claiming that he engaged in improper fundraising activities during livestreamed protests concerning redistricting.