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Fallen trees, house fire, flooding and heat: Hurricane Beryl’s death toll climbs to 11
HOUSTON, Texas – Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas Coast on July 8, leaving behind downed trees, significant home and business damage, and the loss of power lasting more than a week. Multiple people died as a result of Beryl, including a Houston Police Department employee who was trapped in...
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
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.
The lessons Houston didn’t learn from Hurricane Harvey
Beryl, the first major hurricane of the year, has finally dissipated, but it’s still casting a long shadow in Texas. As of Tuesday afternoon, more than a week after the storm made landfall in the state, more than 100,000 electricity customers still didn’t have power — the vast majority of them in the Houston metropolitan area. Now intense heat and humidity have blanketed the region, leaving many vulnerable residents without the cooling they need to endure the hot, muggy weather with the heat index topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Beaumont Police seeking women they say beat up Wingstop employee over incorrect order
BEAUMONT, Texas — Beaumont Police are looking for help to find three women who police say assaulted a Wingstop employee in Beaumont over an incorrect order nearly two weeks ago. The clerk was assaulted at the Wingstop at College St and Interstate 10 at about 11 p.m. on Thursday,...
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...
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!
Nederland man pleads guilty to a brandishing violation
A 53-year-old Nederland man has pleaded guilty to charges related to an armed robbery at a gas station in Beaumont earlier this year. Tarrell Donald Nowlin earlier this month pleaded guilty to Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence before U.S. Magistrate Judge Christine L. Stetson.
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.
Beloved Chinese Restaurant In Lufkin Receives 37 Violations
If you wonder who ensures all our area restaurants are clean and up to code, that is the Angelina County and Cities Health District's responsibility. According to the Lufkin Daily News, a Lufkin favorite was closed down a few months ago, and now we know why. The Angelina County and...
Kilgore police to increase enforcement for statewide speed reduction campaign
KILGORE, Texas — Drivers in Kilgore should be prepared for increased law enforcement presence over the next few weeks as part of a statewide speed reduction campaign. The Kilgore Police Department announced that their annual accident analysis indicates speeding is one of the city's top contributors to accidents. "Speeding is dangerous and can cost you a hefty fine. Always drive to conditions and follow the speed limit," the department stated.
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