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'Prevent these situations'| Beaumont bar owners, city leaders taking steps to increase safety following deadly Saturday shooting
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Suspects allegedly claimed to be police officers prior to home invasion, robbery in Beaumont's North End
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Beaumont father shot and killed is laid to rest
BEAUMONT — A Beaumont father who was shot and killed one week ago today is laid to rest. Family and friends honored Geraldo Escamilla Saturday during a funeral service. A friend shared pictures of Escamilla and her memories after he died last weekend. "He was a very sweet and...
'Prevent these situations'| Beaumont bar owners, city leaders taking steps to increase safety following deadly Saturday shooting
BEAUMONT, Texas — Beaumont city leaders and the owners of area bars and clubs are taking steps to increase safety and make sure a night out does not end in a tragedy. The rise in concern comes after a deadly shooting. It happened Saturday, March 18, 2023 in DMoney Daiquiris Lounge's parking lot and claimed the life of 30-year-old Geraldo Escamilla.
Nederland’s Kara Beach crowned Miss Golden Triangle
Beauty and grace was on full display over the weekend, but above all was Nederland’s Kara Beach who was crowned Miss Golden Triangle. The Pageant, sponsored by the Vidor Chamber of Commerce, was held at Vidor High School. The Nederland High School student is a junior, and the daughter...
Suspects allegedly claimed to be police officers prior to home invasion, robbery in Beaumont's North End
BEAUMONT, Texas — The Beaumont Police Department is investigating a home invasion and robbery, where the suspects reportedly claimed to be police. It happened Thursday, March 23, 2023 in the city's North End. Around 9 p.m., Beaumont Police responded to a home invasion in the 6000 block of Libby Lane.
No injuries reported after 18-wheeler overturns on Interstate 10 near Boyt Road Saturday
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Texas — No injuries have been reported after an 18-wheeler overturned on Interstate 10 near Boyt Road Saturday afternoon. Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety said a 2010 Freightliner truck tractor semi-trailer was driving east on Interstate 10 around 2 p.m. The driver reportedly failed...
Police looking for Beaumont man charged in October 2021 torture death of cat
BEAUMONT, Texas — Authorities are looking for a Beaumont man charged along with another for torturing and killing a cat in 2021 as his May 2023 trial approaches. Beaumont Police are searching for Donaldvan Williams, 28, of Beaumont, who was indicted on federal charges of animal crushing and aiding and abetting along with Decorius Mire, 23, also of Beaumont, in the 2021 torture death of the cat.
PCA: Four indicted in connection with robbery, 'waterboarding-style torture' of victim at Beaumont apartment complex
BEAUMONT, Texas — Two men and two women could soon stand trial in connection with the robbery and what an affidavit calls "waterboarding style-torture" of a man at a Beaumont apartment complex. Equatta Young Weatherall, Louis Franklin, Rebekah Foyil, and Stephen Adams are all charged with aggravated robbery and...
Family mourns Laura Gutierrez after months of searching for her
BEAUMONT — A family is coping with the painful reality that their mother is dead. After months of searching, human remains found in January are identified as 56-year-old Laura Gutierrez. The family mourns while hoping to find answers for Gutierrez's death. Anyone with information about Laura Gutierrez, her associates,...
See Inside This Scary Abandoned Hotel In Beaumont, Texas
The once-beautiful Hotel Beaumont now sits abandoned. After its life as a hotel, it became a retirement community. Vandals have made a mess of this historic place. Growing up my aunt lived in Beaumont and it was always a treat to go into the city. I have fond memories of the downtown area.
My 5 Cents: Property tax relief bill passes Texas Senate
One hundred years ago this week, Lamar University in Beaumont originated as South Park Junior College when the Beaumont ISD superintendent sought to develop plans for a junior college. Later that year, the institution’s doors opened, and the name was changed to Lamar College and later Lamar University. I’m a proud alumnus of Lamar University!
'My grandfather lived a good life': Family reflects on lasting legacy of longtime owner of Richard's Café
BEAUMONT, Texas — Members of the community are mourning the loss of a man who opened what is now a Beaumont staple and is described as a cornerstone in the neighborhood. Edmund Richard died March 15, 2023 at 83 years old. Since 1993, he and his family have been cooking soul food in Beaumont’s South End at Richard's Café.
Southeast Texans experience food and fun at opening day of the 2023 YMBL South Texas State Fair
BEAUMONT, Texas — The fair has officially made its return for 2023 bringing Southeast Texans the rodeo, food, rides, games, and all the fun that make up the South Texas State Fair. The YMBL South Texas State Fair is happening at Ford Park from Thursday, March 23, 2023, through...
Temporary lockdowns executed at two Southeast Texas schools Thursday, no credible threats found
BEAUMONT, Texas — Two Southeast Texas schools were put under temporary lockdowns Thursday following reports that have since been proven false. The lockdowns occurred at Woodrow Wilson Early College High School and West Brook High School. At this time, it is unclear if the two incidents are related. Shortly...
Man sentenced to 25 years for drug possession after Beaumont Police found PCP in his pocket in 2020
BEAUMONT, Texas — A 39-year-old man's prior convictions may have played a role in his 25-year prison sentence after he was charged with possession of a controlled substance. State District Judge Buddie Hahn accepted a jury verdict and sentenced Jeremiah Jerome Walker to 25 years in prison, according to a Jefferson County Criminal District Attorney’s Office release. Walker's sentence is in relation to a 2020 incident.
Lamar University assistant professor leads Texas Council of Women School Executives
Washington held the Presidential office during the 38th year of the organization and passed the gavel to the next leader on January 29. Founded in 1984 with only five members under the umbrella of TASA (Texas Association of School Administrators), this organization paved the way for women to support women in educational leadership, within school systems, higher education institutions, or consultants.
Texas NWS Flood Warning Alert for Newton, Orange Counties
The NOAA, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the NWS, National Weather Service, has issued a “Flood Warning” alert event for flooding from 3–24–2023 to 3–25–2023. This includes the Sabine River near Deweyville.
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