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H-GAC announces ‘Free Fare Fridays’ for transit in the Greater Houston area

H-GAC announces ‘Free Fare Fridays’ for transit in the Greater Houston area

The Woodlands Express provides transit from Montgomery County to the Greater Houston area. (Courtesy The Woodlands Township) The Houston-Galveston Area Council announced in a Sept. 3 news release a new campaign focusing on reducing air pollution levels in September will provide free use of certain mass transit routes on Fridays in September. Original Article: https://communityimpact.com/houston/conroe-montgomery/transportation/2024/09/04/h-gac-announces-free-fare-fridays-for-transit-in-the-greater-houston-area/

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Houston Prosecutors Leverage New Texas Fentanyl Law in Fight Against Overdose Deaths

Houston Prosecutors Leverage New Texas Fentanyl Law in Fight Against Overdose Deaths

In Houston, the first murder cases under Texas’ new fentanyl law are being prosecuted in Harris and Montgomery counties, as grief and justice collide. The legislation, enabling authorities to charge individuals who supply fatal doses of fentanyl with first-degree murder, has ignited a divided discourse on its efficacy in combating the continuing drug crisis. As...

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Bubba’s 33, Little Woodrow’s Sugar Land, Chuy’s in New Caney among new patio spots in the suburbs

Bubba’s 33, Little Woodrow’s Sugar Land, Chuy’s in New Caney among new patio spots in the suburbs

With summer transitioning to fall and the promise of cooler temperatures, the coming months make a great time for dining al fresco in the Houston suburbs. Over the summer, several new restaurants in the suburbs have opened with patio seating and there are more openings to come this fall. Here’s… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/outdoor-dining-little-woodrows-bubbas-19666508.php

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After widespread damage from windstorms, Houston residents worry about hazardous trees in yards

After widespread damage from windstorms, Houston residents worry about hazardous trees in yards

When Isaac Martinez bought his first home in Montgomery County earlier this year, its tree-filled yard seemed like an asset. That quickly changed when two windstorms whipped through the Houston area. First came May’s derecho, which toppled old-growth trees along its destructive path, pulling down one of Martinez’ pine trees and yanking branches from others....

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1133 Adoptions at Petco Love Mega Adoption Event with 20 Shelter Partners

1133 Adoptions at Petco Love Mega Adoption Event with 20 Shelter Partners

National non-profit Petco Love teamed up with Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA), Montgomery County Animal Shelter, and sponsor BOBS® from Skechers® for a Mega Adoption Event on August 17 and 18 at George R. Brown Convention Center. 1133 adoptions took place at the 2-day event – that’s 689 dogs… Original Article: https://hellowoodlands.com/1133-adoptions-at-petco-love-mega-adoption-event-with-20-shelter-partners/

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Wanted Suspect Arrested in Harris County Warrant Service

Wanted Suspect Arrested in Harris County Warrant Service

HOUSTON, Texas – Deputies from Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a wanted suspect during a warrant service on August 9, 2024.The operation took place in the 19700 block of Dunbar Ave, targeting Willy Martell-Heckler, who was wanted out of Montgomery County for Failure to Stop and Render Aid. Martell-Heckler was safely apprehended at the location,...

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61-year-old identified as woman killed when Montgomery Co. chase suspect caused crash

61-year-old identified as woman killed when Montgomery Co. chase suspect caused crash

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Eyewitness News learned Monday that the woman killed when a Montgomery County chase suspect caused a crash at a north Houston bus stop along the North Freeway was a 61-year-old mother. The video above is the ABC13 Houston’s 24/7 Streaming Channel. The Harris County Institute of… Original Article: https://abc13.com/post/carrie-mitchell-i45-houston-chase-death-joseph-jebbia-career-criminal-murder-montgomery-county-pursuit/15178061/

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Head Down To The Petco Love Mega Adoption Event This Weekend

Head Down To The Petco Love Mega Adoption Event This Weekend

If you’ve been thinking of adding a furry friend to your family’s roster, you’ll want to head down to the George R. Brown Convention Center next weekend for the Petco Love Mega Adoption Event. Petco Love will host the event in partnership with Brandywine Valley SPCA and Montgomery County Animal… If you’ve been thinking of...

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Bystander dead after police chase involving Montgomery County deputies ends in Houston crash

Bystander dead after police chase involving Montgomery County deputies ends in Houston crash

HOUSTON – A person is dead after being hit by a vehicle following a chase involving law enforcement. The Houston Police Department said the chase involved deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office pursuing a vehicle which entered Houston. Flooding on the Gulf Freeway frontage road. NOW PLAYING. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/08/07/deadly-crash-reported-on-north-freeway-frontage-road-at-west-road/