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How to Find Free Food in The Woodlands: Pantries, SNAP & WIC
Search 567,859+ verified resources for food, healthcare, and housing — all 50 states, DC, and US territories. Free. A practical guide for The Woodlands: pantries, SNAP, WIC, the 211 referral line, and how to use the free Feed America directory at feedam.org.
It's a dry start to the week with Saharan haze before rain chances return into next weekend
Saharan dust brings hazy conditions and a reduction in air quality Monday. Then a pattern change will bring back rain showers to clean up the air in early July.
Alex Murdaugh’s second trial will start next spring after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction, judge rules
Alex Murdaugh was back in court again Monday on charges he killed his wife and son
Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick and others
Davis died June 22 in his Manhattan apartment at the age of 94, a few weeks after he had been hospitalized for an upper respiratory issue.
The full strawberry moon will rise in the night sky this week
The strawberry moon, which will be visible in the sky this week, will mark the first full moon of the summer.
Toddler dies after being found unresponsive in swimming pool in northeast Harris Co., HCSO says
A 2-year-old boy was found unresponsive in a swimming pool and later pronounced dead in northeast Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
Construction worker hits, kills co-worker on Gulf Freeway, Houston police say
A construction worker was hit and killed by a co-worker along the Gulf Freeway, Houston police said.
Pride Houston announces new date for parade after initial event was cancelled due to severe weather
The Pride Houston 365 parade was postponed back in early June due to inclement weather.
A hazy day from Saharan Dust, plus one area of potential tropical development
Saharan dust is here, bringing some air quality issues with it.
Supreme Court cements Trump's power over agencies long considered independent
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power.
Today on Texas Standard: US Supreme Court hands down major rulings on executive power
The U.S. Supreme Court handed down rulings in Trump v. Slaughter and Trump v. Cook, two cases concerning executive power today.
Luigi Mangione due in federal court for pretrial hearing; jury selection plans expected
Mangione, 28, has pleaded not guilty to both state and federal charges stemming from the December 2024 fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel.
Man killed, another injured in northwest Harris County shooting, HCSO says
Deputies said they found a car crashed into a ditch while responding to the shooting, which left a man dead and another injured.
Houston's 2026 Pride parade rescheduled for Aug. 15
The annual event celebrating the city's LGBTQ+ community and its allies, originally scheduled for early June in downtown Houston, was called off a couple hours beforehand because of inclement weather.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Deputy killed in line of duty on I-45
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of our own following a tragic incident that occurred early Sunday morning. On June 28, 2026, at approximately 2:39 a.m., deputies responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 45...
One year after Texas Hill Country floods, UGRA and Kerr County roll out flood warning system
Central Texas residents got an update on a new flood warning system, but some still have questions about who will be responsible for it.
Texas Democrats leave convention united in effort to end GOP's 30-year hold on state politics
Texas Democrats spent their 3-day convention in Corpus Christi rallying party activists, training volunteers and making the case for Democratic policies and candidates across the state ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Trump says Iran has requested a meeting, but Iranian officials say nothing has been scheduled
President Trump said Monday on social media that Iran had requested a meeting with U.S. counterparts, though Iranian officials said no such meeting was scheduled.
Texas Democrats leave convention united in effort to end GOP's 30-year hold on Texas
Texas Democrats spent their 3-day convention in Corpus Christi rallying party activists, training volunteers and making the case for Democratic policies and candidates across the state ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
YMCA of Greater Houston promotes water safety for children to prevent drownings this summer
According to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Harris County and Fort Bend County recorded a combined 18 child drownings last year.
Tire fire and air quality (June 29, 2026)
On Monday's show: We learn how last week's tire fire in southeast Houston may be affecting air quality. And we discuss how last week’s Supreme Court decision allowing the president to end the nation’s Temporary Protected Status program might affect Greater Houston.
10-year-old faces murder charge in baby girl's shooting death, police say
A 7-month-old girl was killed following a shooting in St. Louis on Friday, according to police.
Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams raced against the clock to pull survivors from the rubble in Venezuela four days after two powerful earthquakes shook the northern state of La Guaira.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3384: Alien Life Forms
Episode: 3384 Further thoughts about the search for extra-terrestrial life. Today, Alien life forms.
Skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board
A skydiving plane has crashed in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board.
17-year-old's body found in water near Texas City Dike following search, EquuSearch says
The Texas EquuSearch team said they found a teen's body in the water near the Texas City Dike the day after he was reported missing while rafting.
Montgomery Co. deputy struck and killed while investigating DWI crash on North Freeway, sheriff says
A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy was struck and killed early Sunday while investigating a suspected drunk driving crash along Interstate 45, authorities said.
300 free A/C units distributed to Precinct 4 families, commissioner says
Commissioner Lesley Briones and her team distributed the A/C units to pre-selected Precinct 4 families as part of the Cool 4 the Summer program.
The ultimate guide to America 250 merchandise for an epic celebration
Show off your patriotic spirit with America 250 merchandise you can't miss.
Power outages in Fort Bend County neighborhoods due to knocked down power lines, Precinct 1 says
According to CenterPoint, 5,300 customers were impacted after a truck hit and pulled down power lines in Brookshire, adding that as of 1 p.m., only four customers remained without power.
Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
Mel Brooks turns 100 today - a century of comedy from a Brooklyn legend who never stopped making us laugh.
Woman shot near downtown Houston, suspect fled, police department says
A woman was shot near downtown Houston while the suspect fled the scene in an unknown vehicle, according to police.
Trump names Lance Schroyer as new ICE director nominee
President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he's nominating Lance Schroyer, a longtime law enforcement officer from Oklahoma, to be his nominee for ICE director.
Dwayne Johnson is "protective" of 'Moana' live-action because "the animated film was so good"
Dwayne Johnson explains why he's "protective" of live-action "Moana!" 🏝️🍿🌊
Looking at NRG Stadium's future as Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo and Texans build new facilities
With the Texans building a new practice facility near Bridgeland and the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo just announcing a new complex off Highway 288, the question remains of what will become of NRG Stadium?
The only Declaration of Independence this side of the Mississippi
The copy now celebrates America’s 250th in Dallas — after centuries of adventure.
Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks to end the war
The statement issued Sunday also threatened a "complete halt" to negotiations to end the war if Washington continues its attacks.
US airstrikes again hit Iran as Tehran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait, further imperiling interim deal
The U.S. military has launched a second round of airstrikes targeting Iran at President Donald Trump's direction.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1595: Alfred Stieglitz
Episode: 1595 In which Alfred Stieglitz and 291 anticipate Modern. Today, Stieglitz and photography, art and reality.
4 dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains in Kentucky, governor says
At least four people are dead amid flooding caused by heavy rains in Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear said Saturday.