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East Texas experts weigh in on U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows gun restrictions for domestic violence suspects
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - According to the Texas Council on Family Violence, domestic violence is increasing across the state and the number of women killed by an intimate partner has nearly doubled. Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld an existing ruling. It states that a protective order can bar...
Jasper Softball Junior All-Stars Victorious Over Elgin at State Tournament
Jasper served up a decisive victory against Elgin, winning 12-2 on Sunday night at the Texas East State Tournament. After a tough opening game against Sinton on July 12, where they lost 8-1, the Jasper team rallied back to secure a strong win over Elgin. Jasper will face Elgin again...
Four people shot in Orange on Monday evening
Orange Police say four people were shot early Monday evening, and one of the victims is hospitalized in critical condition. It happened at about 6:35 in the 200 block of Morrell Boulevard, north of the downtown area. The names or ages of the victims have not yet been released, nor...
12News breaks down statistics of Beaumont officer-involved shootings within past few years
BEAUMONT, Texas — After the recent officer-involved shooting in Beaumont that left one man dead, 12News dug into the data showing how many of these shootings have happened in the city within the last few years. The most recent officer-involved shooting is the second to happen in Beaumont in...
Trial begins for man accused of 2021 shooting that left one dead, another paralyzed
BEAUMONT, Texas — The trial of a Beaumont man accused of a 2021 murder has begun on Tuesday, July 15. Elijah Guillory pleaded not guilty to the shooting death of Matthew Dragulski, 37, of Beaumont. (EDITOR'S NOTE: The above video is from a 2022 broadcast) On August 25, 2021,...
One critical, three others injured in shooting
Orange — One person was critically injured and three others were wounded in a shooting Monday in Orange, according to Sgt. Isaac Henry III. Police responded to a call at 6:35 p.m. Monday near 2nd Street and Schley Avenue following reports of shots fired. While searching the area, dispatchers learned a gunshot victim had arrived at Exceptional Emergency Center.
Humble woman gets 10 years for intox manslaughter in 2020 death of Beaumont woman
BEAUMONT, Texas — A 48-year-old woman from Humble was sentenced to 10 years for the intoxication manslaughter death of a 26-year-old Beaumont woman four years ago. Tonya Bowman, 48, of Humble was sentenced Monday by Judge Larry Thorne in Jefferson County's Drug Impact Court as part of a plea deal.
Junior League, Texas Family Care Network lead school supply drive for foster children
BEAUMONT — Junior League of Beaumont is partnering with the Texas Family Care Network to spearhead a school supply/hygiene item drive for foster children. There are over 280 children in foster care in Jefferson County alone and many foster families rely on organizations like this one for school supplies!
Beaumont Police shoot and kill gun wielding man
Beaumont Police shot and killed a gun wielding man late Monday morning. The incident occurred just before the noon hour on Ashley Avenue near 7th Street. According to police, they responded to a report of a man, later identified as 68-year-old Charles Patrick Carroll, being possibly suicidal. Police say when...
J' Baby Ice Cream owner opens second location after successful Beaumont launch
PORT NECHES — Brandy Tarver is ecstatic about the success of the J' Baby Ice Cream Rolls and Treats location in Beaumont. Business has been so good that she decided to open a second location in Port Neches. The Beaumont location on Lucas opened in January 2023. Her Port...
Jefferson County indictments, week of July 10
A Jefferson County grand jury indicted a number of individuals on crimes ranging from evading arrest to assault of a peace officer. Destiny Angello, 30, of Beaumont was indicted for obstruction or retaliation for an incident that occurred May 6. Andrew Christopher Barnett, 35, of Port Neches was indicted for injury involving serous bodily injury […] The post Jefferson County indictments, week of July 10 appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Iconic Port Neches soda fountain closes temporarily
A longtime staple in the Port Neches community is undergoing an ownership change. Mike’s Old Fashioned Soda Fountain on Port Neches Avenue is temporarily closing its doors while ownership is transferred. Michael Lisotta, who served customers for 12 years as owner of the retro-themed ice cream shop, posted the news to his Facebook page. “Hello […] The post Iconic Port Neches soda fountain closes temporarily appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Port Neches Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 1 to July 7:
Port Neches Police Department officers made the following arrests from July 1 to July 7: William Olan, 42, other agency warrant(s) Tyrik Edwards, 27, other agency warrant(s) Wesley Dupuy, 41, other agency warrant(s) James Simien, 62, driving while intoxicated Police Department officers responded to the following calls from July 1 to July 7: July 1 […] The post Port Neches Police blotter – Calls and arrests from July 1 to July 7: appeared first on Port Arthur News.
18-wheeler carrying charcoal briquettes burns, 8.5 hour shutdown of Interstate 10 in Vidor
VIDOR, Texas — Vidor firefighters and Vidor Police officers spent much of the night dealing with a burning 18-wheeler loaded with charcoal. The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 in Vidor have been closed for hours Tuesday morning after an 18-wheeler carrying charcoal briquettes burned. Just before 2 a.m. Tuesday...
'It's heartbreaking' | Bocca Felice owner closing restaurants doors, rebranding and re-opening
BEAUMONT, Texas — Another Beaumont business is shutting down. The owner of Bocca Felice on Calder says a lack of business has forced him to close his doors. However, there is a silver lining. Antoine Ware, is the owner and chef at Bocca Felice, and he wanted to create...
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