Community helps Conroe family after they lost everything in apartment fire

A late-night apartment fire at The Grove on Gladstell has left a family of six without a home. They are grateful to be alive thanks to the quick actions of their 11-year-old daughter. Since the fire, there's been overwhelming support from the Conroe community to help the family.

Texas State Parks smash records with massive 2026 First Day Hike turnout

Texas State Parks set a national record on New Year’s Day 2026, with 12,835 participants logging over 28,000 miles to achieve record-high turnout for the fourth consecutive year.

Cousin of former Sweeny Fire Chief accuses him of abusing her as child

A former relative of ex-Sweeny Fire Chief Timothy David Webb breaks her silence, alleging he abused her as a child in 2007. As Webb faces 13 heinous charges involving children, Sweeny police are now investigating after the woman's original police report from nearly 20 years ago has vanished.

Groundhog Day 2026: Here’s what the Texas animal prognosticators predicted

While people up north turned to a groundhog to predict the weather Monday, people in the much warmer climes of Texas looked to animals of a different stripe.

Shooting at Louisiana Mardi Gras parade leaves multiple people injured: reports

Multiple people were reportedly injured in a shooting during a Mardi Gras parade in Clinton, Louisiana, and authorities are investigating the incident.

Waller homeowners to get relief from natural gas bills nearing $500

Some relief is coming for homeowners in the City of Waller who have been hit by high natural gas bills reaching $400 to $500 a month or more this winter.

SWAT teams from Florida, New York, and Texas taking part in UAE SWAT Challenge 2026

Police agencies from around the world will once again showcase their tactical skills at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Challenge hosted by the Dubai Police.

UIL Realignment 2026: Here are the biggest moves for Texas high school sports

Monday was Realignment Day for high school sports in Texas as the University Interscholastic League released its list of division compositions that will govern matchups for the next two years.

Conroe ISD student stabbed on campus during fight, hospitalized; suspect in custody

A Conroe ISD high school student was hospitalized after they suffered multiple stab wounds during an altercation on campus, according to an alert sent to parents.

Move over, Phil: Texas Groundhog Day traditions that are bigger and better

In Texas, animal-based forecasts come with a Lone Star twist, from armadillos and alligators to prairie dogs and more. In the Lone Star State, Groundhog Day isn’t just about shadows on the ground, it’s a community event.

Demonstrators march through Montrose in "ICE out of Houston" protest for immigration reform 

Community members and local activists marched through Houston’s Montrose neighborhood Sunday to peacefully protest federal immigration enforcement and advocate for family unity and reform.