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Stage 1 Flood Alert Covers Montgomery County Through Tuesday Night
A Stage 1 flood alert runs through Tuesday night for the Conroe area, with heavy rain expected Monday and Tuesday before drier weather returns.
Monday Storms Bring Street Flooding Risk to Montgomery County
Heavy rain and possible street flooding threaten Conroe and Montgomery County on Monday as tropical moisture fuels strong afternoon storms.
Crash Blocks Hwy 242 Flyover at I-45 Saturday Evening
A single-vehicle crash Saturday blocked the Hwy 242 westbound flyover ramp to I-45 southbound near Conroe, forcing drivers to detour.
NWS Warns of 60 MPH Gusts, Quarter-Size Hail Over Montgomery County
A Saturday afternoon storm cell tracking north through southwestern Montgomery County brought quarter-size hail and 60 mph wind gusts to the area.
Fatal Bedias Shooting Saturday Puts Grimes County on Alert
A man was killed and a suspect detained after a Saturday shooting in Bedias, just outside Montgomery County's western edge.
Conroe Man Missing 11 Days, Needs Medication
A 46-year-old Conroe man has been missing since June 30 and may need urgent medical attention, authorities say.
Family Walks Away After Conroe Crash Stops Car at Ravine Edge
A tree stopped a family's vehicle from plunging into an 8-foot ravine on Creighton Road late Thursday night. No injuries reported.
Car Strikes Fire Hydrant on Birnham Woods Drive Friday Night
A vehicle hit a fire hydrant at Birnham Woods Drive and Epic Drive in south Montgomery County around 8:50 p.m. Friday.
DPS I-45 Task Force Logs 7,000 Stops in First Month
A Texas DPS enforcement surge along I-45 through Montgomery County produced more than 100 arrests in its opening month, with FIFA travel driving the push....
Crash on Hwy 242 Near I-45 Snarls Tuesday Morning Traffic
A Tuesday morning wreck at Hwy 242 and Donwick Drive disrupted commuters in the Conroe and Montgomery County area around 9 a.m.
Felony Suspect Flees DPS Trooper Near Conroe Courthouse Tuesday
A manhunt launched early Tuesday near the East County Courthouse after a suspect with open felony warrants ran from a DPS traffic stop on US-69.
Strong Thunderstorm Targets Conroe Area Monday Afternoon
A fast-moving storm brought gusty winds and small hail to Conroe and nearby communities Monday. Residents should secure loose outdoor items.
Motorcycle-Car Crash Closes Hwy 242 Intersection Monday Afternoon
A collision between a car and motorcycle at Hwy 242 and College Park Dr disrupted Monday afternoon traffic in south Montgomery County.
54 DWI Charges Filed After Montgomery County July 4 Crackdown
Montgomery County prosecutors filed 54 intoxication-related charges following a holiday weekend enforcement effort honoring a sheriff's deputy killed in the line of duty....
Triple-Digit Heat Indices to Grip Montgomery County Through Work Week
Dangerous heat builds across Conroe and Montgomery County Monday, with afternoon highs in the 90s and heat indices topping 100°F.
Two Critically Hurt After Boat Goes Airborne at Lake Conroe Park
A high-speed boat crash Friday night at a Lake Conroe park left two people in critical condition, drawing a multi-agency response.
Lake Conroe Water Rescue Ends Safely Near Malibu Drive
Four people on flotation devices were rescued from Lake Conroe Saturday evening. All were brought safely ashore, according to Montgomery County Police Reporter....
Hazmat Crews Respond to McComb Road Well Incident in Conroe
A well on McComb Road began discharging an unidentified clear liquid Friday morning, prompting a hazmat response in Conroe.
Extreme Heat Threatens Montgomery County Through July 4th Weekend
Heat index readings could top 108°F across Conroe and Montgomery County this Fourth of July weekend, with dangerous conditions beginning as early as late morning....
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Offers Free 2026 Arts Events
The Woodlands venue's 2026 performing arts lineup is entirely free to attend — no tickets needed — giving Montgomery County families easy access to live music, dance, and film....
Fatal Motorcycle Crash Briefly Shuts I-45 Near Montgomery County Line
A fatal motorcycle crash closed southbound I-45 near the Harris-Montgomery County line early Thursday before lanes reopened around 3:30 a.m.
Crash Blocks Hwy 242 Westbound Flyover Near I-45 Thursday Evening
A wreck on the Hwy 242 westbound flyover near I-45 Thursday night snarled traffic for drivers heading into Conroe and Montgomery County.
NWS Radar Flags Strong Thunderstorm Near Lake Conroe Dam
A fast-moving storm tracked near Lake Conroe Dam Wednesday evening brought 40 mph wind gusts and hail risk to Montgomery County.
CDC Probes Cyclospora Outbreak as Texas Reports Dozens of Cases
Texas is one of 17 states in a CDC-tracked Cyclospora outbreak. Montgomery County residents should check fresh produce carefully.
Carport Fire at Vacant Dogwood Lane Home Draws Conroe Crews
A carport caught fire Tuesday evening at a vacant home on Dogwood Lane near Timber Road in Conroe, prompting a fire response.
NWS Warns Montgomery County of 98-Degree Heat, Triple-Digit Indices
Temperatures hit 98°F across Montgomery County Tuesday with heat indices above 100°F. Residents near Lake Conroe and beyond face serious heat risk.
I-45 Southbound Shut at Crighton Road After Tuesday Crash
A major crash Tuesday morning closed I-45 southbound at Crighton Road in Conroe, snarling traffic for commuters headed toward The Woodlands and Houston....
Montgomery County Jury Sentences Man to Life for Child Sex Abuse
A Montgomery County jury handed down a life sentence June 25 after convicting a 51-year-old man of repeated sexual abuse of a young child.
Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes Into Bridge Rail on SH 105
A late-night crash near Fostoria Road shut down SH 105 in Montgomery County after a pickup struck a bridge rail and nearly rolled over.
Montgomery County Deputy Dies in I-45 Traffic Incident Sunday
A Montgomery County sheriff's deputy was killed Sunday on I-45, a corridor that runs through the heart of Conroe and the county.
Montgomery County Animal Shelter Sees New Arrivals
New animals arrive at Montgomery County Animal Shelter, affecting local residents and their pets.
Conroe Residents Warned of Potential Crime Spikes
Conroe residents affeceted by potential crime spikes in Montgomery County, according to local authorities.
Traffic Alert: Butera Rd – Magnolia – Rollover Crash
A rollover crash on Butera Road in Magnolia has caused traffic congestion, affecting commuters in Conroe and Montgomery County.
Traffic Alert: Conroe Residents Advised to Avoid Towerwood Drive
A vehicle rolled over a person in a driveway on Towerwood Drive in the Grangerland area, prompting a traffic alert for Conroe residents.
Conroe's Southern Star Brewing Co. to Close After Years of Serving the Community
Conroe's Southern Star Brewing Co. to close after years of serving the community, affecting local residents and businesses.
New Dessert Destination Opens in The Woodlands, Bringing Sweet Treats to Montgom
MilkShake Factory, a popular dessert destination, is opening a new location in The Woodlands, bringing handspun milkshakes and small-batch chocolates to Montgomery County residents....
Fire Traffic Alert: Seahorse Lane – Magnolia – Residential Fire
A residential fire on Seahorse Lane in Magnolia has caused traffic disruptions and concerns for nearby residents, particularly those in Conroe and Montgomery County....
Conroe steps up as new home for Texas wildfire training academy
The Texas Interagency Wildfire Academy's spring session — May 5-14 — is the first to run from its new Conroe campus, training Montgomery County and statewide first responders....
YMCA Expands After-School Care to More Conroe ISD Campuses, Seeks Parent Feedback
The YMCA, in partnership with Conroe ISD, is set to expand its After School Care program to additional campuses through a phased rollout; however, it needs parental input to move forward....
Emergency Landing at Conroe Airport Ends Safely, All Passengers Unharmed
A skilled pilot safely executed an emergency landing at Conroe North Houston Regional Airport on Wednesday after experiencing landing gear failure. All three passengers aboard the plane were unharmed, and first responders praised the pilot for the "exceptional" landing....
Montgomery County Police Chase Ends in Tragedy: One Dead in Houston
A high-speed police chase in Montgomery County, Texas, ended tragically with the death of an uninvolved woman, highlighting the dangers associated with such pursuits. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has sparked renewed discussions on police chase policies and pu...