Amber Alert issued for 2 missing children in Dewitt County
The children are believed to be in “grave or immediate danger.”
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Two years after Robb shooting, Uvalde works to ‘reroute the destiny of our city’
On the two-year mark of the deadliest school shooting in Texas’ history, some mourned quietly, some loudly and some in unison. UVALDE, Texas — A week that started with the announcement of new lawsuits filed on behalf of victims’ families ended with somber mourning at a Uvalde candlelight vigil, where the small South Texas community … Read more
In Uvalde, signs of mourning, healing, frustration and solidarity two years after the Robb shooting
On the two-year mark of the deadliest school shooting in Texas’ history, some mourned quietly, some loudly and some in unison. UVALDE, Texas — A week that started with the announcement of new lawsuits filed on behalf of victims’ families ended with somber mourning at a Uvalde candlelight vigil, where the small South Texas community … Read more
What will win the Palme d’Or? Cannes closes Saturday with awards and a tribute to George Lucas
The 77th Cannes Film Festival draws to a close Saturday with the presentation of its top award, the Palme d’Or, along with an honorary tribute for George Lucas. The closing ceremony is set to begin at 6:45 p.m. local time, 12:45 p.m. U.S. Eastern time. It will be streamed live on Brut internationally and air … Read more
‘Texas Sheepdog’ arrested on child pornography charges
The self-proclaimed activist claims to “expose cops who operate outside of the law” on YouTube. On May 24, Jack Miller was charged with possessing child pornography. KIRBY, Texas — A self-proclaimed activist who watches police officers to make sure they’re following the law has found himself on the other side of it. Jack Miller, who … Read more
Paris 2024: Gymnastics events at the Olympics
With several different disciplines and multiple events, here’s how to keep track of all the gymnastics competitions in Paris. PARIS, France — Gymnastics, among the most popular events of the Summer Olympics, has long captivated fans with its jaw-dropping jumps and twists that often seem to defy the laws of physics. The sport dates back … Read more
Beaumont’s historic McFaddin-Ward House welcomes community to free outdoor movie night
Movies at the McFaddins’ outdoor movie nights is set to return on Thursday, June 6, screening ‘The Parent Trap.’ BEAUMONT, Texas — The McFaddin-Ward House’s Movies at the McFaddins’ outdoor movie nights is set to return on Thursday, June 6 with a free screening of Disney’s 1998 classic movie “The Parent Trap.” Gates will open at … Read more