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U.S. rescues airman shot down in Iran

U.S. rescues airman shot down in Iran

U.S. forces safely rescued the second F-15E airman of a fighter jet that went down on Friday.

Rest in peace: Remembering Tacos La Bamba owner and community leader Carlos Zuniga

A beloved restaurant owner who started a business from scratch and turned it into an iconic part of the community's culture has died.Carlos Zuniga Jr. passed away last Thursday, according to his family and Robert Castil

Driver found asleep at wheel in roadway and arrested in Newton County

A man who deputies say was found asleep behind the wheel in the middle of a roadway early Sunday led law enforcement on a pursuit through rural Newton County be

Louisiana State Police arrest man accused of DUI in Broussard parade crash

A man accused of driving drunk plowed into paradegoers during the Lao New Year parade in Broussard, leading to 18 counts of first-degree negligent injuring, aut

Teen accused of stealing gun, firing shot near victim's feet when he tries to get it back

A teenager is behind bars on a half million dollar bond after Beaumont police say he stole another teenager's gun and then fired a shot near his feet when the victim tried to retrieve the weapon.Krystafer Burkett, 18, is

Two-story home damaged in fire

A fire burned a large house in Beaumont Saturday.Beaumont firefighters battled a fire that burned through the roof of a large two-story home at Houston Street a

Beaumont police, fire hope to add new kayak technology to aid in rescues

Southeast Texas waterways draw boaters and fishermen for recreation, but Beaumont police and fire officials say those same waters can turn dangerous, leading to

Local three year old’s Disney dream to come true through community partnership

A local 3-year-old’s dream of visiting Walt Disney World is set to become a reality thanks to a partnership between Del Papa Distributing and Make-A-Wish Texas

'Seasoned public servant': Proposed employment agreement between city and Chris Boone

Beaumont City Council is scheduled to meet in executive session Tuesday morning to deliberate the appointment of Chris Boone as City Manager, and during the afternoon meeting, they're expected to vote on the resolution.

Baptist Hospital plan would provide $50 million boost to mental health care in region

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas Behavioral Health has submitted an application for Neighborhood Empowerment Zone incentives to support a significant renovation and expansion project at its Beaumont facility.The pro

No permanent replacement named as Todd Blanche denies Epstein files factor in firing

President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, a move that comes amid growing scrutiny over whether pressure from conservative media voices and hi

Local News

Cookie Foundation's 11th annual FREE Easter Family Fun day brings community together

Families are inited to gather this weekend of fun and purpose at Toy Thornton’s Cookie Cancer Family Fun Day and Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Cookies Cancer F

Announcer Jay Bergeron brings energy, excitement to the South Texas State Fair bull ride

Rodeo announcer Jay Bergeron brought energy and excitement to the South Texas State Fair rodeo, delivering a dynamic call of the bull riding competition last ni

Church youth group spends Good Friday supporting Southeast Texas parents in grief

As many families prepared to celebrate Easter weekend, a group of young volunteers spent Good Friday helping parents in Southeast Texas who are grieving the los

Big Sam the alligator draws crowds at South Texas State Fair

Visitors to the South Texas State Fair are getting an up-close look at one of the largest attractions of the season—an 800-pound alligator named Big Sam.

Port Neches City Council considers e-bike rules after residents raise safety concerns

Port Neches city leaders are weighing how to regulate electric bikes as their popularity grows and residents raise safety concerns.Mayor and city officials said

TxDOT urges citizens to stay safe while driving over Easter weekend

As millions of Texans prepare to travel this Easter holiday weekend, safety officials are urging drivers to stay focused behind the wheel amid a continued rise

First responders train in Beaumont to manage stress after disasters

First responders from across Southeast Texas and the Houston area gathered at the Beaumont Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center to learn how to manage the

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Two-story home damaged in fire

A fire burned a large house in Beaumont Saturday.Beaumont firefighters battled a fire that burned through the roof of a large two-story home at Houston Street a

Rest in peace: Remembering Tacos La Bamba owner and community leader Carlos Zuniga

A beloved restaurant owner who started a business from scratch and turned it into an iconic part of the community's culture has died.Carlos Zuniga Jr. passed away last Thursday, according to his family and Robert Castil

Dad drowns while rescuing children from rip currents during family vacation

A beloved husband, father and coach from Maine died during a family vacation in Florida after saving his children from drowning.

Cookie Foundation's 11th annual FREE Easter Family Fun day brings community together

Families are inited to gather this weekend of fun and purpose at Toy Thornton’s Cookie Cancer Family Fun Day and Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Cookies Cancer F

Teen accused of stealing gun, firing shot near victim's feet when he tries to get it back

A teenager is behind bars on a half million dollar bond after Beaumont police say he stole another teenager's gun and then fired a shot near his feet when the victim tried to retrieve the weapon.Krystafer Burkett, 18, is

Nation & World

Trump threatens Iran strikes on power grid and bridges in Easter morning post

After the recovery of a lost airman from the Iranian mountains on Saturday night, President Trump started Easter morning with a threat to Iran.

US rescues second F-15E airman from Iran after jet shot down, officials say

U.S. forces safely rescued the second F-15E airman of a fighter jet that went down on Friday, according to U.S. officials who reported the news Saturday night.

'All hell will reign down': Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum over Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump warned Iran it has 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face severe military consequences.

Student suspended for pro-ICE flyer while NEA spends $1.7M to help anti-ICE protests

A student at Torrey Pines High School in San Diego was suspended after posting a pro-Immigration and Customs Enforcement flyer.

150 baby chicks to make White House Easter Egg Roll debut in first-ever appearance

They may be the smallest guests in Washington, D.C., this Easter weekend, but 150 baby chicks are set to make history at the White House Easter Egg Roll.

Trump posts video, says Iranian commanders 'terminated'

President Trump revealed that "many of Iran’s military leaders" who ruled the country "poorly and unwisely" were killed in a strike.

No one hurt in overnight shooting near the White House

Authorities are searching for a person of interest after reports of gunfire near the White House overnight, officials said.The United States Secret Service sai

Sports

POLL: Should Hwy 87 be rebuilt?

For decades, a stretch of State Highway 87 once connected Sabine Pass to High Island, running directly along the Gulf Coast and serving as a critical transporta

Beaumont police detain juvenile suspect after multiple shots fired

Another case of shots fired from a gun in the hands of a juvenile has resulted in the juvenile placed in detention and prompted a Beaumont Police Department investigation.Police say at about 1:30 this afternoon, they res

Emmanuel Acho joins 'THE STAMPEDE'

This week on "THE STAMPEDE: A Podcast on the Texas Longhorns," former Longhorns linebacker Emmanuel Acho joins Mack Brown, Vince Young and Bob Ballou.

Entertainment

Flock yeah! Hugh Jackman's murder-solving sheep movie needs to be your next obsession

Will Hugh Jackman's "The Sheep Detectives" be the craziest feel-good movie of the year?

Binge alert: Is Netflix's 'Thrash' the next 'Sharknado,' but actually good?

Netflix's "Thrash" aims to chomp where "Sharknado" choked, and actually make a good shark-disaster movie.

Celebrate Easter with our top 7 movies for the holiday

From family-friendly tales of bouncing bunnies to more serious studies of the meaning of the holiday, we've got you covered!

Yippee-ki-yay! Gerard Butler's upcoming action movie has major 'Die Hard' vibes

In "Empire City," Gerard Butler plays a former Navy SEAL trying to rescue hostages in a skyscraper. Sound familiar?

Money

Homebuying in America: “It felt like the biggest slap of buyer’s remorse”

Kayla Palmer’s new home ended up with a slew of maintenance issues.

The best debt consolidation loans for bad credit in 2026

If you plan to get a debt consolidation loan with poor credit, take these steps.

YIMBYism gains ground: How three states are addressing the housing shortage

Before she landed an affordable apartment in the San Francisco suburb of Burlingame, Lorena Gonzalez was crashing at a relative’s house, where she shared a bedroom with her 18-year-old son. And before [...]

Why paying off my mortgage early was the best financial decision I ever made

My wife and I bought our home in 2013 using a $417,000 30-year mortgage at a fixed rate of 4.625%. In 2020, we paid it off 23 years ahead of schedule, saving about a quarter of a million dollars in interest. [...]

Homebuying in America: “You can have what you want, you just got to really work for it”

Philadelphia housekeeper Ayesha Garnett is defying the housing market’s grim math.

HELOC rates fall near 7% as home equity loan rates hold the line

Rates on home equity lines of credit are at their lowest levels since 2022.

Mortgage rates spike as Iran conflict continues

Mortgage rates jumped again this week as the war in Iran disrupts markets.

Featured Videos

Offbeat

DC's infamous rats to go on birth control this spring; how it'll work and how you can help

D.C. leaders are also attacking the rat problem in the city by testing out a "rodent control pilot."

Punch the Monkey is not the only animal with an emotional support toy; here are five more

Punch the Monkey quickly grabbed the hearts of millions around the world.

Math and dessert enthusiasts celebrate Pi Day to honor the mathematical constant

Math and dessert enthusiasts united on Saturday to celebrate March 14, national Pi Day, which represents ther first three digits of the mathematical constant “p

'PB4WEGO' plate survives the DMV flush test

A reminder that’s become a road-trip ritual for plenty of families is officially back on the road in New York.

'We've had enough': US airport says it wants to ban pajamas as travel apparel

"We've seen enough," Tampa International Airport wrote on social media early Thursday morning. "We've had enough."

Sponsored Content

How expunging or sealing a criminal record can change lives

A criminal record can weigh heavily on a person’s life, affecting everything from job opportunities to housing applications.

Visit the Beaumont AT&T store for Buy One, Get One free sales

Watch the segment with AT&T's Marci Holland to learn about the special sales. The following products are offered in the Buy One, Get One free promotion:LG G5iPhone 7Samsung Galaxy S7iPad Mini 2

Chideo Causewire shows how "The High Fives Foundation" is helping athletes and veterans

The High Fives Foundation is helping mountain athletes and military veterans

Chideo Causewire

Find out how to help charities for kids in today's Chideo Causewire

Chideo Causewire looks at Jazz Day benefits

Chideo Causewire looks at Jazz Day benefits

Autism Awareness Day

Monuments around the world are shining a light for Autism awareness

Communities unite to reduce climate change

Chideo Causewire shows how communities unite to reduce climate change

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Shopping

Gifts for Her: 10 reliable gift ideas for the woman in your life

These 10 gift ideas are perfect for the woman in your life, from two-piece lounge sets to retro Bluetooth speakers and must-have gym essentials.

Gifts for Him: 10 gift ideas for the man in your life

These 10 gift ideas will be perfect for the man in your life, from cologne to face masks (for bros) and AirTags.

10 trendy stocking stuffers under $25

We've gathered stocking stuffers, from chapstick to card games and car cleaner, that are all cheaper than $25.

7 must-have summer fashion & accessories

These items will have you feeling sunshine ready in no time (and won't break the bank, either).

South Texas State Fair

YMBL South Texas State Fair highlights floral arrangement contest

Surrounded by fresh-cut blooms, students from across Southeast Texas are putting their creativity to the test in a floral design competition at the South Texas

Young exhibitors, judges and 63 steers take center stage in YMBL fair’s final show

With the Junior Livestock auction nearing, the YMBL South Texas State Fair is heading into its final show: the steer show, leading up to the auction on Thursday

South Texas State Fair spotlights Junior Livestock Auction

The YMBL South Texas State Fair’s Junior Livestock Auction will bring student exhibitors and their animals into the spotlight Thursday night at Doggett Ford Par

South Texas State Fair highlights student artists

The YMBL South Texas State Fair is known for its rides, food and rodeo, but fairgoers can also find a wide-ranging youth art contest featuring everything from p

Fair Friday: Sonic Kids FREE admission for kids at South Texas State Fair

The fair is almost here, and one of the most popular days for families is Sonic Kids Day. Kids 17 and under receive free admission from noon to 3 p.m., thanks t

The YMBL Southeast Texas State Fair less than three weeks away from opening day

We're just three weeks away from opening da at the YMBL Southeast Texas State Fair.Kerry Moncla is the with the publicity department at the fair and says the Yo

South Texas State Fair rodeo and bull riding kick off on day two at Ford Park

The South Texas State Fair is underway at Ford Park, with rodeo action and bull riding set to kick off on day two.Reggie Purvis, the rodeo clown for this weeken

South Texas State Fair day 2 brings rodeo and bull riding to Doggett Ford Park

Day two of the South Texas State Fair is underway, and organizers are gearing up for a busy night at the rodeo and bull riding events at Doggett Ford Park.Rodeo

South Texas State Fair rodeo and bull riding kick off at Doggett Ford Park tonight

Rodeo fans will have a chance to saddle up at Doggett Ford Park as the South Texas State Fair kicks off its rodeo and bull riding events.Donnie Warner, chairman

South Texas State Fair set to open in less than a week at Doggett Ford Park

With opening day less than a week away, the South Texas State Fair is getting ready to welcome crowds back to Doggett Ford Park — and for many fairgoers, the fo

South Texas State Fair opens next Thursday, marking vendor's 20th year

With opening day less than a week away, organizers and vendors are gearing up for the South Texas State Fair, which begins next Thursday.One longtime fair vendo

YMBL Auction Chairman Greg Wall talks about the student livestock and scholarships

Live at the South Texas State Fair, Greg Wall talks about the student livestock auction and YMBL's efforts to give kids scholarships.

Provost Umphrey brought free family fun to the fair Monday

March 25 Provost Umphrey hosted a free family fun night at the YMBL South Texas State Fair.Sydney Ferguson was live at the fair and spoke with a Provost Umphrey

South Texas State Fair holds Kid's Day Rodeo

Just 24 hours before the grand opening of the YMBL South Texas State Fair a very special event was held for hundreds of children with special needs.This unforge

Vendors prepare for South Texas State Fair

The countdown is on for the largest fair in all of southeast Texas.In just three days, the South texas state fair will open the gatesWith lots of food, rides an

Connect to Congress

Epstein’s lawyer, accountant say they weren’t interviewed in federal probes

Jeffrey Epstein’s lawyer and accountant told House lawmakers they were never interviewed in the federal investigations into the late sex offender.

Top 10 moments from Bill and Hillary Clinton's depositions on Jeffrey Epstein

The House Oversight Committee released videos from their hours of questioning Bill and Hillary Clinton last week in its investigation of Jeffrey Epstein.

Hillary Clinton tells lawmakers she has no knowledge of Epstein's crimes in deposition

Former Secretary of State and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton is testifying to House lawmaker in their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Auto Matters

Luxury car brand Jaguar to go all-electric by 2025

LONDON (AP) — Struggling luxury car brand Jaguar will be fully electric by 2025, the British company said Monday as it outlined a plan to phase out internal combustion engines. Jaguar Land Rover, which is owned by Indian conglomerate Tata Motors, hopes the move will help turn around the fortunes of the 86-year-old Jaguar brand, which for many epitomizes class but has struggled in recent years.

Beaumont Police investigate shooting outside of Little Woodrow's

Beaumont Police Department officers, who were off-duty and employed at Little Woodrow’s, responded to the parking lot outside of Little Woodrow's on Saturday,

Volkswagen to close Europe plants for two weeks

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Volkswagen said Tuesday it would close most of its European plants for two weeks due to uncertainty about demand for cars and supplies of parts amid the virus outbreak. CEO Herbert Diess made the announcement at the start of the company's annual news conference. The dpa news agency, citing employee representatives, said that the last shifts would run this Friday in most locations.

Goodbye gas: Volvo to make only electric vehicles by 2030

Volvo says it will make only electric vehicles by 2030. But if you want one, you'll have to buy it online. The Swedish automaker said Tuesday that it is phasing out the production of all cars with internal combustion engines — including hybrids. "There is no long-term future for cars with an internal combustion engine," said Henrik Green, Volvo's chief technology officer. Volvo's announcement follows General Motors' pledge earlier this year to make only battery-powered vehicles by 2035.

Hometown Heroes

Hometown Hero: Tyler Dixson's community runs inspire fitness & giving

Local runner Tyler Dixson has been named June's Hometown Hero for his efforts in bringing the community together through fitness and philanthropy.Tyler, who wa

Hometown Hero: DeAnna Sonnier offers comfort and love to hospice patients

DeAnna Sonnier is the volunteer coordinator at Harbor Hospice, but she is also July's Hometown Hero.Gulf Credit Union presented Sonnier with the honor at Harbor

Hometown Hero Sarah Blohm Grimes brings cheer to nursing home residents

June's Hometown Hero is Sarah Blohm Grimes. Crimes is part of a nursing home ministry that goes into nursing homes in Orange County to bring gift and cheer to

The Morning Show

CASA Classic Golf Tourney returns to Village Mills, driving support for children in need

Get your golf clubs ready and prepare to tee off as CASA of the Sabine Neches Region hosts its 6th Annual CASA Classic Golf Tournament.The annual classic golf t

DFPS Rainbow Room highlights need for donations during Child Abuse Awareness Month

The Department of Family and Protective Services’ Rainbow Room in Port Arthur is gathering essential items to support children in need throughout Child Abuse Aw

The Nut Shack celebrates 15 Sweet years at the South Texas State Fair

A longtime crowd favorite, The Nut Shack has spent 15 years serving up warm, irresistible sweet treats at the South Texas State Fair. Known for the rich aroma o

19 years of Fabulous Fusion Bites: Day 1 at South Texas State Fair features Pat’s Kitchen

It's the first ay of the South Texas State Fair. KFDM visited several vendors over the past two weeks leading up to opening day.The Morning Show team stopped