Back-to-school costs can add up fast. Here are several Houston-area events offering free backpacks, school supplies and family resources. Note: Availability is typically first-come, first-served and may be limited while supplies last. Some events require kids to be present to receive items. Operation Backpack (Attorney Brian White) — 3,000 filled backpacks + free entertainment When:…
The Montgomery County Public Health confirmed Wednesday that a fourth Montgomery County resident has tested positive for measles, expanding the cluster first reported earlier this week. PREVIOUS: Montgomery County reports 3 cases of measles after family exposed to case in individual from out-of-state Health officials said the newest case involves a woman in her 20s…
The Montgomery County Public Health Department confirms three cases of measles after a family was exposed to another confirmed case from an individual who traveled from out of state. Measles is a highly contagious virus, which can have serious health complications that can be life-threatening, especially in children younger than 5 years old. Measles spreads…
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a 33-year-old man drowned Sunday after he was overcome by the current while fishing in the San Jacinto River. Authorities say it happened near Hill Road and Sorter Road in the Porter area. The sheriff’s office says they received a call at approximately 6:18 p.m. about a possible drowning…
A new survey from the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County and Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research is offering a broader look at housing instability across the Houston region. The study estimates that approximately 141,000 adults experienced temporary homelessness in the Houston area in 2025, highlighting the growing number of residents who…
An AMBER Alert that was issued for a 12-year-old girl who disappeared Monday evening in Montgomery County has been canceled after she was found safe. Fort Bend County attorney files legal action challenging Daniel Wong’s authority to serve as county judge The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirms she was found safe Tuesday afternoon. No other…
A July 4th weekend DWI enforcement initiative held in memory of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato resulted in 54 intoxication-related charges, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. Procession, funeral to be held for fallen Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato The Deputy Erika Serrato July 4th DWI Initiative was a coordinated No…
Family, friends, fellow law enforcement officers and members of the community will gather Tuesday morning to honor the life of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, who was killed while directing traffic on Interstate 45 on June 28. Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becomes latest victim on dangerous stretch of I-45 Serrato’s…
Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler says a garbage truck spilled its load along Player Woods near North Seasons Trace Circle, leaving debris scattered and triggering a significant roadside cleanup effort. Wheeler said the cleanup is expected to take at least three hours. A cleanup crew and a roll-off container were dispatched to the…
A house and three vehicles caught fire Tuesday night in the Porter area after previously used fireworks were improperly discarded. One resident of the home was treated for minor burns and lacerations caused by broken glass. When crews arrived at the property, the home and all three vehicles were heavily damaged. The Montgomery County Fire…