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Tons Of The Texas Kroger Stores Now Getting Dumped
Texas is about to lose a ton of Kroger grocery stores as they inch closer to an almost $25 billion deal to devour Albertsons and simultaneously eliminate the second largest grocery company in the United States. Several protests have been raised, and the Federal Trade Commission even sued to prevent the top grocery conglomerate from being able to assimilate their top competitor in the nationwide grocery game.
An Endangered Texas Species is Fighting Its Way From the Edge of Extinction
An endangered species is slowly working its way back from the edge of extinction in the woods of Central Texas. Four families of red cockaded woodpeckers have laid successful broods in the W.D. Jones State Forest in Conroe, Texas. The chicks are a sign of success for the endangered species and are being fed and cared for by all adult members of the breeding community.
Gov. Abbott Announces 7 New State Hospital Projects, Including $1B+ for Two in North Texas
Seven new state hospital projects—including new ones in Wichita Falls and Terrell—have been announced to better serve people in need of inpatient psychiatric services. Gov. Greg Abbott said the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) projects are funded by $1.5 billion approved by the Texas Legislature in 2023 to expand, renovate, and build new facilities across the state.
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. On August 25, 2021, shortly after 11 p.m. Beaumont Police responded to the 2300...
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!
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.
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...
Texas Ranked Worst State In America For Quality Of Life
Results from a recent study just dropped a bombshell for Texas, dubbing it the absolute worst state to live in America. According to a recent CNBC study, it's not all boot-scootin' big smiles in the Lone Star state. Healthcare is scarce, and money problems are hitting hard, making life tough for many Texans every single day.
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...
Collin County Among Longest Life Expectancies In Texas
Life expectancy rates in the United States have risen significantly over the past fifty years, increasing by nearly seven years. Several factors influence life expectancy, including genetics, alcohol and tobacco use, diet, body weight and physical activity levels. But your place of residence also plays a critical role, as it impacts access to healthcare, the availability of healthy food options and opportunities for maintaining an active lifestyle. According to 2024 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, ranked by Stacker, Collin County is among the counties with the longest life expectancy in Texas. In Collin County,...
GOP-led states continue pitching in to Texas' Operation Lone Star to crack down on immigration
Conservative officials across the country vowed earlier this year to deploy National Guard Troops to help reverse what they called "President Joe Biden's border crisis." Overall, more than a dozen states have dug into their own budgets to send more personnel to the area, a new report shows. The report...
Governor Abbott says Trump 'truly blessed by the hand of God'
Governor Greg Abbott says the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was an “outrage.” Abbott talked about the shooting while meeting with reporters about Hurricane Beryl Sunday in Houston.
Texas judge blocks federal rule expanding Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students statewide
TEXAS, USA — A federal judge last week granted a temporary injunction, blocking expanded Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students from taking effect in August in Texas. The changes to Title IX, announced by the U.S. Department of Education in April, clarify that it also protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Title IX is a law introduced in 1972 that bans discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. The expanded protections were set to take effect Aug. 1.
Texas death row inmate one day away from execution loses last-minute bid to save his life
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied a clemency application filed by Ruben Gutierrez, paving the way for his execution for the murder of a woman over two decades ago. Concretely, the board said that they "have completed their consideration" of the request and that after a "full...
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...
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...
Marshal finds local history relics with hobby
The past is always present, and no one knows that better than Shervonne S. Gallow. After spending a career in law enforcement, including service as a U.S. marshal, she is now spending her days tracking down old relics instead of criminals. Gallow has become an avid metal detector hunter and...
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