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Government crackdown on fraudulent SNAP retailers
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) announced a sweeping crackdown on fraudulent SNAP retailers—bodegas, convenience stores, and grocery stores—across New York’s five borou...
schools
A matter of inches: Driver nearly hits girl walking to bus with stop sign out, lights on
A mother has posted a frightening video showing a pickup truck nearly hitting her daughter this morning while she was preparing to walk across FM 563 in Chambers County, south of Anahuac, to her waiting school bus with i...
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Bucktoberfest returns with German beer, food, contests and live music
Buckstin Brewing Co. is bringing a little Oktoberfest flavor to Beaumont on Saturday with the return of its third annual Bucktoberfest.The free, family-friendly...
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Jury decides on 10 years for man convicted of murdering teen who was stealing his SUV
The jury in Judge John Stevens' Criminal District Court has decided on punishment of 10 years in prison after convicting Daryae Johnson, 25, of murder in the July 30, 2023 shooting death of 17-year-old Zavion Massey at t...
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Buckner's Kinship Care helps children stay connected, supported and close to family
When children enter foster care, being placed with relatives or other trusted family connections can provide a greater sense of belonging, acceptance and stabil...
government
Jefferson County previews ballot casting and counting ahead of the November election test
Jefferson County election officials are giving voters a look at how ballots will be cast and counted in the November general election, as part of a test meant t...
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A Night in the Enchanted Forest: La Soirée Lumina gala theme revealed
The 2027 Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas Foundation La Soirée is sure to be 'enlightening' and entertaining for attendees of the event that plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of the hospital: “Together,...
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NICU Awareness Month highlights the crucial role of neonatal nurses
September is NICU Awareness Month, a time to recognize the specialized care provided to premature and critically ill newborns and the families who stand beside...
government
Vidor City Council meeting on employee health insurance ends quickly amid cost concerns
Vidor city employees raised concerns Tuesday night about a potentially steep increase in what they would pay for health insurance, after a special City Council...
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Nederland approves first property tax hike in 8 years, still below nearby cities
Nederland’s newly approved property tax increase remains well below neighboring cities, even as officials warn that aging infrastructure will require tens of mi...
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Murder charges dismissed against two suspects in Joshua Larkin case
The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office says murder charges have been dismissed against two defendants in the Joshua Larkin case, but the investigation remains active and the pursuit of justice continues for the Larkin family...
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PA: El Refu provided food to plant, source of illnesses remains under investigation
The City of Port Arthur has released a statement to KFDM News that El Refu provided the food to Golden Pass LNG, where hundreds of workers reported becoming ill yesterday, but the city says it has not yet confirmed the i...
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JUST IN: Jury convicts defendant of murdering teen who was trying to steal his SUV
The jury in Judge John Stevens' Criminal District Court has convicted Daryae Johnson, 25, of murder in the July 30, 2023 shooting death of 17-year-old Zavion Massey at the West End Crossing Apartments on Phelan at Dowlen...
safety
First responders rescue truck driver trapped when big rig overturns
A truck hauling jet fuel and possibly other liquids rolled over Thursday morning on Farm-to-Market Road 201 south of Pineland, trapping the driver inside and triggering a rescue response from two volunteer fire departmen...
safety
BPD sex offender check finds 13 who may have failed to comply with registration
Beaumont police say a compliance operation today targeting registered sex offenders living in the city found 13 who may have failed to comply.During the operation, officers and detectives conducted compliance checks on 6...
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Southeast Texas families report SNAP benefits stolen, state pressed on protections
Families across Southeast Texas say their SNAP benefits are disappearing, leaving some without the money they rely on to feed their children and forcing them to...
business
Dunham’s Sports to open first Texas store at Port Arthur’s Central Mall
Central Mall in Port Arthur is adding another major tenant as the property continues a wave of store announcements and openings since a change in ownership.Dunh...
safety
72-year-old driver charged in Hardin County head-on crash that killed 24-year-old man
A 72-year-old driver is facing a Criminally Negligent Homicide charge after Texas DPS investigators say he traveled more than two miles in the wrong lanes of U.S. 69 before crashing head-on into a car, killing a 24-year-...
safety
Who would do this? Thieves steal from first responders in Jasper who work to save lives
A theft from the Jasper Fire Department’s Fire Safety Trailer has left the department scrambling to replace critical equipment just weeks before firefighters are scheduled to bring their fire prevention programs to local...
safety
UPDATE: Missing elderly man found and safe
The Beaumont Police Department says a citizen with keen eyes spotted an elderly man reported missing, and the man is now safe.Arvester Hadnot, 76, was reported missing from the 1400 block of Pipkin Street.Hadnot had been...
safety
Nearly 200 transported from LNG plant with food poisoning symptoms
The Port Arthur Health Department is investigating what it calls possible food poisoning symptoms that have sickened nearly 200 workers at Golden Pass LNG.Fire Chief Robert Havens tells KFDM they began getting phone cal...
business
100,000 square feet of growth: Dunham's Sports coming to Central Mall
The new owner of Central Mall is revealing another addition in a wave of store announcements and openings since he took over the property in Port Arthur.Joe Aref says Dunham's Sports will move into the 100,000 square foo...
schools
Beaumont ISD targets higher attendance after finishing last year at 89.6%
Beaumont ISD is asking parents, staff and community members to help tackle a problem Superintendent Sandi Massey says “is not looking very good” right now: stud...
business
Beaumont business owner cites safety concerns amid trespassing by homeless near store
Safety concerns tied to trespassing and loitering by people experiencing homelessness near a Beaumont boutique have left the business owner saying the situation...
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CenterPoint reports customer data breach
CenterPoint Energy says personal information belonging to some customers was obtained by an unauthorized third party in a data breach.The Houston-based utility...
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Murder or justified killing? Testimony underway in west end shooting case
The prosecution calls it murder. The defense says it was self-defense and the lawful protection of property.Daryae Johnson, 25, is on trial for the July 30, 2023 shooting death of 17-year-old Zavion Massey at the West En...
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Up, up and away: Enrollment skyrocketing at Lamar campuses
If you're looking for a great educational opportunity that can also help you find a good career, the Texas State University System says you don't have to leave Southeast Texas.Enrollment at member institutions is at a re...
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'Crosswalks’ Walking Tour invites all to explore downtown Beaumont’s past, explore future
A new walking tour is inviting residents and visitors to experience downtown Beaumont in a new way. “Crosswalks” is designed to put people on the sidewalks whil...
schools
What's bugging you? For some SPISD students, it's roaches in their school
The Sabine Pass School superintendent confirms the district is working with a pest control company and Texas A&M to deal with roaches and lovebugs.A concerned parent shared video and pictures last week with KFDM showing...
schools
From student to superintendent, Julie Gauthier rises to the top spot in PNGISD
From student to principal, deputy superintendent, lone finalist for superintendent and, ultimately, superintendent, a new chapter is unfolding tonight in Julie Gauthier's journey through the halls of PNGISD to the distri...
government
Nederland City Council approves tax rate by 4-1 vote
Nederland City Council has approved a tax rate of 0.466 cents per $100 valuation by a 4-1 vote.Mayor Jeff Darby and Councilmen Jeff Ortiz, Britton Jones, and Randy Sonnier approved the tax rate. Councilman Curtis Stratto...
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Waste Watch: SNAP scams part of Texas’ $5 billion fraud problem
KFDM has received a flood of calls and emails from Southeast Texas families who say criminals drained their Lone Star Card SNAP benefits.
safety
Lightning strike sparks marsh fire raining ash on pools, property
A lightning strike late Monday afternoon ignited a marsh fire in Jefferson County, not far from Taylor Landing, and viewers shared images of ash raining on pools and property.The marsh fire and ash were beginning to ease...
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'My God, you don't speak English? It comes in handy in America'
A suspect in court for alleged probation violations said he could not understand much of the hearing before Criminal District Court Judge John Stevens because he knows very little English, even though he's a U.S. citizen...
safety
Two men bond out after arrest tied to generator theft at Beaumont barbecue joint
Two men arrested after a generator was stolen from 1701 Barbecue in Beaumont have bonded out of jail, even as police continue investigating the theft and search...
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