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Taffic Alert: Big shift in traffic on US 69 near I-10 interchange Drivers traveling through the Cardinal Interchange in Jefferson County should prepare for traffic changes beginning this weekend as part of the ongoing I-10/US

ICYMI: TxDOT said a traffic switch will take effect Saturday, Feb. 21, affecting motorists traveling northbound on US 69 (Cardinal Drive) toward I-10 east.

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BREAKING: BPD says person of interest in homicide voluntarily surrenders The Beaumont Police Department says a person of interest in the shooting death of a teenager has voluntarily surrendered and is cooperating with investigators.T

ICYMI: Thanks to assistance from the public, the Beaumont Police Department says the person of interest surrendered Friday night.

At this point, there's no information any charges have been filed.

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Beaumont nonprofit marks 20th banquet, honors 20 difference makers and new award A Beaumont nonprofit marked a milestone with an evening focused on celebrating people who make a difference for local children.Save Our Children hosted its 20th

Save Our Children hosted its 20th annual Appreciation Banquet at the Major Event Center in Beaumont, where 20 individuals were honored as the organization’s “difference makers” for their impact on children and the community.

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Fact Check Team: GLP-1 users getting rare pirate disease - why? Popular GLP-1 weight-loss medications have helped millions of people shed pounds, but new research from Australia.

Popular GLP-1 weight-loss medications have helped millions of people shed pounds, but new research from Australia suggests doctors and patients may need to pay closer attention to what users are actually eating while taking them.

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What might we learn from UFO files Trump told the government to release? President Trump said he's directing the Pentagon and other federal agencies to identify and release files related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life.

President Donald Trump said he's directing the Pentagon and other federal agencies to identify and release files related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life, days after former President Barack Obama told a podcaster that aliens are real.

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Pastor reflects on arson suspect while working to rebuild church A Vinton woman is facing multiple charges after investigators said she intentionally set fire to a church early Wednesday morning while she and two young childr

Investigators said 25-year-old Kim Benniefiel set the building on fire while she and her two young nephews were inside. Authorities said Benniefiel and the children escaped without injury.

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Huckabee remarks fuel Arab and Muslim anger as Israel braces for possible Iran strike On Sunday, U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, said that Israel has the right to much of the Middle East escalating tensions.

During an interview with conservative commentator, Tucker Carlson on Friday, Huckabee said “it would be fine” if Israel “took all” of the land in the Middle East after Carlson referenced a Bible passage.

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Beaumont ISD superintendent warns low attendance could cost district millions in state funds Beaumont ISD is facing the potential loss of millions of dollars in state funding as student attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels, Superintendent Dr. Sh

Beaumont ISD is facing the potential loss of millions of dollars in state funding as student attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels, Superintendent Dr. Shannon Allen said.

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TSA says PreCheck will remain in operation despite earlier DHS plan to suspend lanes On Sunday the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced that its PreCheck program will remain operation despite an earlier announcement.

In their statement TSA added that courtesy escorts, which are typically used for Members of Congress, have been suspended "to allow officers to focus on the mission of securing America's skies."

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3 more 'narco-terrorists' killed in latest strike against alleged drug boats: US military The U.S. military carried out another lethal strike against a vessel believed to be operated by designated terrorist organizations, officials said.

The U.S. Southern Command said on social media that three men described by authorities as "narco-terrorists" were killed in the strike. No U.S. service members were hurt.

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'He wants to see a deal happen': Pigott says as Trump warns he's 'considering' Iran attack President Donald Trump said limited military strikes against Iran continue to be a possibility.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran plans to finalize the draft agreement during "the next two to three days" and submit it to Washington.

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New FBI memos suggest Biden knew about 2022 Mar-a-Lago search despite denials Newly released memos from the FB appear to show that former President Joe Biden knew about the agency's search of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property.

Newly released memos from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) appear to show that former President Joe Biden knew about the agency's search of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property in 2022.

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Trump signs emergency declaration after Potomac River spill, sewer collapse chaos President Donald Trump on Saturday approved an emergency declaration for the District of Columbia due in wake of the Potomac River spill.

President Donald Trump on Saturday approved an emergency declaration for the District of Columbia in wake of the Potomac River spill, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA.

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Southeast Texas Stages brings ’80s flair to ‘The Odd Couple’ Big hair, bold colors and a dose of classic comedy are coming to the stage as Southeast Texas Stages opens its production of the female version of “The Odd Coup

Big hair, bold colors and a dose of classic comedy are coming to the stage as Southeast Texas Stages opens its production of the female version of “The Odd Couple” on Feb. 20.

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Two injured, one possibly critical, in rollover crash south of Jasper Two people were injured, one possibly critically, in a single-vehicle rollover crash Saturday afternoon south of Jasper.

Two people were injured, one possibly critically, in a single-vehicle rollover crash Saturday afternoon South of Jasper.

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Drone, K9 assist in capture of two juveniles after stolen vehicle pursuit in Jasper County A late-night vehicle pursuit on Saturday ended with two juveniles in custody after a crash and brief manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies.Accordi

A late-night vehicle pursuit on Saturday ended with two juveniles in custody after a crash and brief manhunt involving multiple law enforcement agencies.

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"My leadership style is people-focused": Nederland selects new city manager Nederland has selected a new city manager who says his philosophy is to "invest in employees by setting clear expectations, providing the tools and guidance nec

The city announced Friday that Manuel De La Rosa will become the next city manager, with a tentative start date of March 9.

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Education First FCU, Jefferson County Sheriff's office team up to fight bank fraud Education First Federal Credit Union is partnering with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office to strengthen efforts against bank fraud in Southeast Texas.The co

ICYMI: The collaboration focuses on sharing information, educating members and the public about scams, and quickly identifying suspicious financial activity.


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Newton traffic stop yields 24 grams of suspected meth after officer smells marijuana A late-night traffic stop in Newton led to the arrest of a man accused of having suspected methamphetamine and a concealed handgun, according to the Newton Coun

Authorities said a search of the vehicle was conducted based on probable cause. During the search, Ainsworth located about 24 grams of suspected methamphetamine and a handgun concealed inside an interior panel of the vehicle.

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Man shot, killed at Mar-a-Lago overnight had gas can, pointed shotgun at agents Federal and local law enforcement agencies are scheduled to hold a news briefing Sunday morning to discuss an overnight investigation at Mar-a-Lago.

A man carrying a gas can and a shotgun was shot and killed early Sunday after breaching the perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, authorities said.

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VOTE: Do you believe the US government has covered up evidence of aliens visiting Earth? Do you believe the U.S. government has covered up evidence of aliens visiting Earth?

National Question of the Day: Do you believe the U.S. government has covered up evidence of aliens visiting Earth? https://bit.ly/3OpWPng

Law enforcement ties 60+ Houston home burglaries to a South American Theft Group using fake IDs & sophisticated tactics to hit high-value properties. Investigation ongoing. Full story here: https://bit.ly/4c0qME9

China approved for $500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for wastewater upgrades Long-awaited upgrades are coming to the city of China’s wastewater treatment plant after the community was approved for more than half a million dollars in fund

$500,000 in American Rescue Plan Funds Headed to China for Wastewater Upgrades
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Many Canadians don't view US as an ally anymore: poll A recent poll shows that many Canadians don't view the U.S. as an ally anymore and that the U.S. is more of a threat to world peace than Russia.

A new poll shows many Canadians no longer see the United States as an ally, with most saying the U.S. couldn’t be counted on during a crisis and nearly half calling it a major threat, a sign of strained relations amid trade tensions and tariffs. https://bit.ly/3ORG8Ba

Taffic Alert: Big shift in traffic on US 69 near I-10 interchange Drivers traveling through the Cardinal Interchange in Jefferson County should prepare for traffic changes beginning this weekend as part of the ongoing I-10/US

Drivers traveling through the Cardinal Interchange in Jefferson County should prepare for traffic changes beginning this weekend as part of the ongoing I-10/US 69 Interchange Project, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

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Supreme Court says Trump’s emergency law can’t justify sweeping tariff hikes The Supreme Court ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs are illegal, upending one of the president's key policies.During hearings for

In a major decision on trade and presidential authority, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers does *not legally permit the administration to impose sweeping tariff increases on foreign trade partners.
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PNGISD teachers awarded STEAM grants at annual Fish-O-Rama tournament Teachers and students from Port Neches-Groves ISD were recognized as grant recipients during the annual Fish-O-Rama Tournament hosted by Indovinya and the Beaum

Port Neches-Groves — Teachers and students from Port Neches-Groves ISD were recognized as grant recipients during the annual Fish-O-Rama Tournament hosted by Indovinya and the Beaumont Children’s Museum.

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PNGISD teachers awarded STEAM grants at annual Fish-O-Rama tournament Teachers and students from Port Neches-Groves ISD were recognized as grant recipients during the annual Fish-O-Rama Tournament hosted by Indovinya and the Beaum

The popular community event, held at Port Neches Park, brought together anglers of all ages for a full day of friendly competition across multiple categories, with total payouts reaching up to $25,000.

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Dr. Shawn DeRemer, husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, has been barred from the Labor Department HQ after two staffers alleged sexual assault. A D.C. police report and ongoing inspector general inquiry are underway. https://bit.ly/4aZUyb3

Veterans sue to block Trump’s proposed 250-ft triumphal arch in D.C., saying it would obstruct historic views of Arlington Cemetery and the Lincoln Memorial and lacks required federal approvals. https://bit.ly/46gA2QO