The Beaumont
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 Catholic Church marked a special milestone this weekend as parishioners gathered to celebrate the church’s 75th anniversary. The cele...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
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The search for a 57-year-old man who disappeared in Lake Sam Rayburn while trying to swim back to a drifting pontoon boat has been suspended for the night and will resume Saturday morning, according to information Jasper...
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First responders are working a fatal collision involving a person and a vehicle Friday night in Beaumont.Assistant Fire/Rescue Chief Scott Wheat tells KFDM the victim who was struck died at the scene.The crash was report...
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An emaciated horse was so weak she could barely stand when Beaumont Animal Care officers found her lying in a field earlier this week.On Aug. 10, Beaumont Animal Care received a call about a severely malnourished horse o...
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A standoff in Newton ended with an arrest after deputies responded to a reported domestic disturbance Friday afternoon.The Newton County Sheriff’s Office receiv...
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A split-second decision by a Good Samaritan and quick action by a Beaumont police officer helped save a small child trapped inside a burning vehicle Friday morning.Beaumont Police responded to a crash in the 2100 block o...
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The Texas Education Agency today announced the release of 2026 A-F Accountability Ratings for public school systems and campuses across the state.ClickHEREto view the ratings.A snapshot of the ratings in Region V:-Beau...
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The daughter of Kimberly Viator, the 64-year-old woman struck and killed by a driver who sped away, is turning her anguish into action and shining a light on the need to improve lighting on the stretch of Gulfway Drive w...
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Forget the pool floaties. One Jennings homeowner got an unexpected—and decidedly wild—visitor in the backyard pool.Officers responded to E. Academy Street after receiving a call about an approximately 7-foot alligator sw...
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A 15-year-old murder suspect wanted in Louisiana was taken into custody Thursday in Beaumont following a coordinated operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies.Beaumont Police were alerted Thursday by the Lake...
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A Beaumont homeowner is demanding answers after she says a city water main repair was left unattended, sending water gushing into her yard and inside her home f...
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Businessman and developer Tom Flanagan entered a plea of not guilty to a four-count federal indictment in which the government is alleging he defrauded the Small Business Administration out of nearly $3 million through P...
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The Jasper County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Attorney General's Office carried out a search warrant and arrested a man accused of a disturbing crime linked to child pornography depicting the sexual assault of a child...
