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Teacher at Galveston County Juvenile Center accused of improper relationship with student
A woman who was hired to help children and young teenagers at the Galveston County Juvenile Justice Center is now accused of an improper relationship with one of them.Dickinson ISD educator Kristi Hanks, 46, of La Marque...
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Hardin County jury acquits man in 'electrified fence death' of grandmother
A Hardin County jury has acquitted Dr. Alex Arnold of manslaughter in the 2024 death of his grandmother, Doris, after she came into contact with an electric cat...
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BREAKING: BPD responds to victim of a shooting call outside Golden Chick on Concord
The parking lot of a popular Beaumont restaurant has turned into a crime scene.Beaumont Police, Fire, and EMS rushed to Golden Chick, 4940 Concord Road near Lucas, at about 8:15 p.m. on a victim of a shooting call.Assist...
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Understaffed Beaumont Fire Department drives overtime costs up, deepening budget shortfall
Beaumont’s fire department staffing shortage has driven a steep rise in overtime costs, adding pressure to the city’s budget in recent years.City figures show B...
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Dry conditions raise fire risk in Jefferson County; officials urge caution on debris burns
Dry conditions are raising fire concerns across Jefferson County, prompting fire officials to urge residents to think twice before burning debris.Fire officials...
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Harken family makes largest donation ever to Jasper County Sheriff's Office
On Monday, the Jasper County Judge and Commissioners Court accepted what is believed to be the largest donation in the history of the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.Mark Harken and Tommy Harken Jr. generously donated two...
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"Would you wear that to church?": Judge Stevens blasts defendant’s courtroom attire
A tense confrontation unfolded in Judge John Stevens' courtroom during a felony theft announcement hearing for Wilton Joseph Sylvester. Facing enhanced charges due to a long history of theft, the defendant found his atti...
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Beaumont City Council discusses, approves proposed tax rate increase
After nearly four hours of debate and multiple rejected proposals, Beaumont City Council voted Tuesday night to set a proposed property tax rate a little more t...
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BREAKING: Four injured after collision leaves car on its side
First responders in Beaumont didn't have to travel far to help victims of a violent collision that left a car on its side.The crash was reported at about 9 p.m. in the 3800 block of Washington Boulevard, just east of In...
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Man arrested after break-ins at old legendary East Texas boat plant
A Shelbyville man has been arrested after a multi-agency investigation into a burglary at the former Ray Craft boat plant.
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Cocaine pipeline shut down? Police say arrest puts big dent in drug distribution
A joint narcotics investigation targeting an alleged cocaine distributor has landed a man from Orange man behind bars — and investigators say the case may not be over.The City of Orange Narcotics Division and the Orange...
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BREAKING: Ex-HJISD coach indicted for human trafficking, former student is alleged victim
The Jefferson County grand jury has indicted a former Hardin-Jefferson High School teacher and coach for Trafficking of Persons, linked to a former student.If convicted of the 2nd degree felony, he could face up to 20 y...
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Out the window: Child sex offender caught after 8 years, wife arrested for hiding him
An eight-year manhunt for a fugitive accused of aggravated sexual assault of a child came to a dramatic end when deputies say he tried to escape through a window — while his wife is now accused of helping him stay hidden...
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'His light, always shining': Victim's family seeks justice in trial of murder suspect
Testimony resumes this morning in the murder trial of a man prosecutors say carried out a cold-blooded shooting — while the defense insists jurors are looking at the wrong person.Brandon Deion Charles Jr. is on trial in...
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Beaumont church owner battles repeated break-ins at vacant First Baptist building
More than a year after Beaumont police searched the old First Baptist Church building for copper thieves, the owner says break-ins and damage at the vacant prop...
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Beaumont City Council approves proposed tax rate, final vote in September
It took hours of discussion, debate, and two proposed tax rates that Beaumont City Council rejected, but they've finally voted to set a preliminary property tax rate of 0.67695The current rate is about 66 cents for eve...
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Ask the Superintendent: BISD addresses AI, enrollment and changes to ROAR
Beaumont ISD Superintendent Sandi Massey says the district is taking a cautious approach to artificial intelligence while also working to strengthen classroom i...
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Highway 87 reopens after overnight fire at business in Orange
An overnight industrial fire at Beckett & Beckett Inc. near the Orange County Airport prompted a temporary closure of Highway 87 early Tuesday morning.The fire...
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Parent's complaint about paddling of son at Memorial High School prompts district response
A parent's complaint about the paddling of her son at Port Arthur Memorial High School, reported by Griselda “Grizzy” Castillo on her popular Facebook page "Grizzy's Hood News," has led to a response from the Port Arthu...
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Child Grooming: Suspect accused of trying to coerce girl to engage in sexual conduct
A suspect is jailed in Hardin County on a disturbing charge of Felony Child Grooming, accused of trying to entice or coerce a child to engage in sexual performance or sexual conduct.A judge has set bail on Kurtis Rockdal...
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Affidavit: Suspect jumped onto pickup hood, got in seat, trailer ran over victim
A magistrate has set bail at $1 million on a suspect charged with murder and linked to a crime spree including stealing a man's truck, and running over and killing him at a Port Neches storage business. The series of all...
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Port Arthur seeks answers as Woodworth Boulevard redo cost rises above $14M
A major road overhaul in Port Arthur that was once estimated at $3 million is now expected to cost more than $14 million, raising questions about what changed a...
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Beaumont City Council to consider proposed tax rate and scheduling public hearing
Beaumont City Council is scheduled to discuss, and likely debate, a proposed tax rate that has drawn both support and criticism.Beaumont city administration is recommending that Council establish a proposed tax rate requ...
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Police seek help finding violent fugitive accused of pointing gun at woman again
Law enforcement officers in Jefferson County are asking the public for help finding a fugitive they describe as violent.Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens s...
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Darker picture emerges: East Texas man faces new sexual assault, bestiality charges
A Polk County man already under investigation following the suspicious death of a 31-year-old woman is facing a new round of serious charges.
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Break-in, stolen handgun, three arrests: Jasper County S.O. quickly nabs burglary suspects
They allegedly struck under the cover of darkness, smashed their way into a local business, damaged fencing and made off with a handgun.But investigators say their getaway didn't last long.Three Silsbee men are behind ba...
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Lone Finalist: Julie Gauthier poised to become first former PN-G student to hold top spot
From student, to principal, to deputy superintendent, to Lone Finalist for superintendent, a new chapter is about to unfold in Julie Gauthier's journey through the halls of PNGISD to the administrative offices.The school...
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Waste Watch uncovers $826 million SNAP problem for Texas taxpayers, and it's not fraud
Texas taxpayers could soon be stuck with an $826 million bill because of mistakes in the state's food stamp program.
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Sow it Sundays
Event date: August 23, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM - 07:00 PM Location: 2930 Gulf Avenue Beaumont, TX 77703 Description: Sterling Pruitt Activity Center
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PNPD: Naked suspect hid in closet after stealing truck, running over and killing man
A chaotic morning of alleged theft, destruction and violence ended with a 21-year-old Port Arthur suspect behind bars on a murder charge after police say he ran over and killed a 68-year-old man while stealing his truck....
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'Walk to End Alzheimer's' set for October 3, kickoff happening this Thursday
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is coming up October 3, bringing community members together to raise awareness and support efforts to end Alzheimer’s disease. The a...
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Our Lady of the Assumption celebrates 75 Years as Bishop Toups officiates anniversary Mass
Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church marked a special milestone this weekend as parishioners gathered to celebrate the church’s 75th anniversary. The cele...
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Traffic stop leads to chase, arrests, discovery of cocaine and marijuana
A traffic stop in Groves quickly turned into a chase— and ended with two 23-year-old men behind bars and a significant amount of suspected drugs seized, according to police.Marshal Christopher Robin with the Groves Polic...
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Tragic accident at gas station claims life of three-year-old boy
The West Orange Police Department is investigating a tragic accident in the parking lot of Murphy’s Fuel station in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive that claimed the life of a three-year-old boy.Based on witness infor...
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Port Neches police investigate possible homicide after body found at storage facility
Port Neches police are investigating a possible homicide after a man’s body was found at a storage business according to Police Chief Cheri’ Griffith.Griffith t...
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Affidavit: Suspect confesses to fatal shooting in Beaumont
A probable cause affidavit for the arrest of a murder suspect in Beaumont indicates he admitted to the shooting.Beaumont Police are crediting strong investigative work and the Real-Time Crime Center with helping solve th...
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'Unimaginable loss': Family seeks help after body of swimmer found in Lake Sam Rayburn
A massive search for a missing swimmer ended early Sunday morning with the recovery of his body from Lake Sam Rayburn, and now the family has set up aGoFundMeto help with funeral costs and other expenses.Jasper County...
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Two found dead during welfare check at Beaumont home
Beaumont police are investigating after two people were found dead during a welfare check Saturday afternoon.Beaumont Police responded to a residence in the 800...