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Whataburger opening new location in Conroe
Editor’s note: This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. A filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation was recently submitted for the construction of...
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4-month-old baby boy safe after armed man surrenders after hours long standoff
Harris County Precinct 7 Constable deputies and HCSO SWAT got to the home on Princess Garden Way near W Orem Drive earlier Monday afternoon, where an armed man was barricaded inside with the baby boy. Authorities say the safety of the infant and everyone involved was their priori...
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White Sox surge past Guardians 4-3 to take 2-0 lead in ALDS and move within 1 win of ALCS
Braden Montgomery lined a two-run double down the right-field line, Sean Burke allowed one hit in 5 1/3 innings of splendid relief and the Chicago White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 on Monday to take a 2-0 lead in their AL Division Series. The surprising White Sox improve...
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PREVIEW: Montgomery County commissioners to consider support for legislation granting ordinance powers
Montgomery County commissioners will meet on Oct. 8 to discuss a resolution that would support legislation allowing the county to adopt and enforce local ordinances, which counties in Texas do not have the power to do. The resolution would advocate for the ability to adopt and en...
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Rice University study finds income disparities in natural disaster preparedness
Sarah Grunau/Houston Public Media Flood waters flowed on Southwest Houston streets during Hurricane Beryl on July 8, 2024. While the majority of Houstonians say they feel prepared for natural disasters, a recent survey by Rice University found that income was a determining factor...
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Convicted sex offender sentenced again after serving prison time for same crimes
A Channelview man who was held on a $5 million bond as he faced child pornography and online solicitation of a minor charges, is headed back to a Texas prison for a 15-year sentence. Christopher Lakner, 34, pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography as part of a plea agree...
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Young Texas Artists hosts season kick off with 2026 Classic Cabaret
Young Texas Artists (YTA) will be infusing the elegance, sparkle and breathtaking classical music that guests have come to expect at its season kickoff celebrations with a touch of country personality this year. Classic Cabaret, beginning at 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, takes place at...
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Danny Minton: Pitt’s ‘Heart of the Beast’ has great action with an emotional pull
Heart of the Beast Rated PG-13 for some language, peril, bloody/injury images and violence Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86% In Theaters Special Forces veteran James Belmont (Brad Pitt) wants nothing more than to fly to remote areas in his sea plane and hang out with his combat dog, Odi...
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Texas toughened its mail theft law. A Houston-area woman is still waiting for her stolen $900
RICHMOND, Texas – For Heidi Martin, the lights in her home are usually off. She counts every dollar. She watches her utility bills. She keeps her air conditioning above 80 degrees because, as she puts it, she cannot afford to run it much lower. Recommended Videos Martin lives car...
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Conroe council approves $80K study of city employee pay, job classifications
Conroe will review how it classifies and pays city employees after the City Council approved an $80,000 contract for a compensation study at its Sept. 24 meeting. The details The city selected Public Sector Personnel Consultants to conduct a comprehensive review and update of its...