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Local NAACP chapter plans rally for George Floyd

Beaumont's chapter of the NAACP announced plans to host a rally May 28, calling for justice regarding the death of a Houston native in Minneapolis. The rally, billed as a "let your voice be heard" gathering, is set for 6:30 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Park.

Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 27

Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 27.

Beaumont COVID-19 report for Tuesday, May 26

Beaumont COVID-19 report for Tuesday, May 26.

Water parks, food court dining areas added to Texas’ latest wave of reopenings

 By Alex Samuels (May 26, 2020 - Texas Tribune) Gov.

U.S. DA for Eastern District of Texas announces departure

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas announced today the resignation of United States Attorney Joseph D. Brown, effective May 31.

Beaumont DMV open for in-person services

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will reopen some of its regional service centers beginning May 26, including the Beaumont office, with new office health and safety procedures in place. The temporary waiver of vehicle title and registration requirements remains in effect.

PA man wanted for murder arrested in Louisiana

Just past noon on May 23, Louisiana and Texas police allied to arrest a 20-year-old Port Arthur man for the murder of a 26-year-old last month, according to a news release.  Jovan Neveaux was arrested in St. Landry Parish for the murder of Jaylon Howard of Port Arthur.

Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 25

Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 25.

City of Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 24

City of Beaumont COVID-19 report for May 24. 

Beaumont adds 3 new COVID-19 cases May 22

Beaumont adds 3 new COVID-19 cases May 22 with 135 tests pending.