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Prosecutors confirm no intent to seek death for Harris County capital murder defendant who fled to Italy
Amid an ongoing extradition battle, Harris County prosecutors on Friday filed formal notice with the state court that they will not seek the death penalty for Lee Gilley, the Houston man accused of murdering his pregnant wife before fleeing the U.S. while on bond. RELATED: Lee Gi...
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Lina Hidalgo calls out Tom Ramsey over Harris County property tax hike, says his ‘no’ vote allowed increase to pass
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is calling out Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey over the county’s newly approved property tax increase, arguing that his decision to vote against it did not stop the hike from passing. One day after the tax hike approval, Hidalgo pushed back in ...
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Plato’s Closet opens resale shop in Conroe
Officials with used clothing store Plato’s Closet confirmed the new Conroe location is now serving customers. The details In a social media post from the franchise, the new Conroe location celebrated the grand opening of the Conroe location on Sept. 17, with a number of deals and...
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16-year-old boy in critical condition after being struck while crossing I-45 HOV lane near Louetta
A teenage boy was taken to a hospital in critical condition Friday after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the HOV lane on the North Freeway, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. Two 16-year-old boys ran across the freeway in the Louetta and Cypresswo...
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Lone Star College enrollment exceeds 100K, Texas Roadhouse coming to Montgomery: 8 stories trending from across the North Houston area
Need to catch up with Community Impact ’s coverage this week? Check out these trending stories from across the northern portion of the Greater Houston area from Sept. 11-18. Lone Star College System student enrollment exceeds 100K for first time Over 100,000 students have enrolle...
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Former top lawyer for RODEOHOUSTON avoids trial with guilty plea
The former general counsel for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has finally reached a resolution in his online solicitation of a minor case more than two years after being arrested by the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office. Jeffrey Downing, 48, pled guilty Thursday d...
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Harris County approves 2026-27 budget, tax rates
The Harris County Commissioners Court approved a $3.09 billion budget and one of the highest property tax rates in the county’s history with a split vote during its Sept. 17 meeting. What you need to know Taxpayers will see a 7.6% property tax rate increase in comparison with las...
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Conroe Noon Lions: Club members usher in fall with a full service calendar
For the Conroe Noon Lions Club, fall also means something else — a season of service! Judging by this week’s meeting, our Lions are ready for it! We were proud to recognize Adrienne Byrd as our August – Lion of the Month. Since joining the club, she has jumped right in, lending a...
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Lake Conroe Lions: Club members planning Cruisin’ 2026 Car Show for Oct. 10
Lake Conroe Centennial Lions Club held a meeting recently at Walden Yacht Club. Bill Hogan began with a prayer followed by President Todd Keifer leading us in the Pledge to the American Flag and then the Pledge to the Texas Flag. Lots of Good News were shared along with the singi...
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Rotary: Rotarians participate in reading event at Runyan Elementary
Rotarians were heavily involved in education this past week. The Rotary Club of Conroe participated in reading to students at Runyan Elementary School on Wednesday. Steve Scheffler, Leland Dushkin, Lamar Casparis, Jim Wiggins and wife Sylvia along with yours truly dressed up in C...