CRIME & SAFETY
SHERIFF: 3rd person charged in connection with murder of Longview businessman Ron Horaney
LONGVIEW, Texas — A third man has been arrested in connection with the 2016 murder of a Longview businessman Ron Horaney. Rene Paul Garcia Jr., 26, who is currently in federal prison, is now among three men charged in connection with Horaney's death, Gregg County Sheriff Maxey Cerliano said during a news conference Monday. All three are charged with murder.
Gregg County District Clerk's Office warns residents of scam involving fake warrants
LONGVIEW, Texas — The Gregg County District Clerk's Office is warning residents of a new scam involving fake warrants in the mail. According to the clerk's office on Facebook, a Gregg County resident reported finding a "warrant" in their mail. The post said that if a person has a warrant, it will be served to them in person.
City of Hawkins operations return to normal after alleged hacking
HAWKINS — City of Hawkins operations have returned to normal following the alleged April 1 hacking of its computer system. City staff are using new computers and are able to send utility bills to residents, take credit card payments, access city documents and resume other functions, Hawkins Mayor Debbie Rushing said Tuesday.
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