SMU Student Reported Missing; Campus Police Conduct Active Search in Dallas
Authorities at Southern Methodist University are searching for a 21-year-old student who was reported missing Thursday afternoon. Campus police say the case is being treated as a “matter of concern” as efforts continue to locate her. SMU is located in the University Park/Highland Park area, approximately five miles north of downtown Dallas. Timeline of Events According to the SMU Police Department, Brianna Arango was reported missing around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 12,
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Kirbyville Native Jesse Biscamp Passes Away After Injuries in Oklahoma Refinery Fire, Family Confirms
Photo Credit: Family Photo Kirbyville native Jesse Biscamp has died from injuries sustained in a refinery fire earlier this week, according to his family. Biscamp was one of five workers transported to the hospital following a significant fire at the Valero Ardmore refinery in southern Oklahoma on Monday, February 9, 2026. His family confirmed Wednesday night, February 11, that he succumbed to his injuries. This is a family-reported fatality. As of publication, officials have
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Traffic Stop in Deweyville Leads to Narcotics Arrest
A traffic stop on State Highway 12 in Deweyville on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, resulted in a narcotics arrest, according to the Newton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Brent Sonnier initiated the stop for a reported traffic violation. During the course of the stop, deputies observed indicators that led them to suspect contraband may have been inside the vehicle. Sergeant Chad Ainsworth and K-9 Rhino responded to assist with the investigation. After consent to search was obt
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Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Brittany Cloud to Jail Staff
The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office has announced the addition of Brittany Cloud to its team, where she will serve in a dual role as Jailer and Auditor. Sheriff Chuck Havard said Cloud brings five years of experience working with Jasper County and will play a key role in maintaining compliance at the Jasper County Jail. “Brittany will be instrumental in making sure we pass our yearly jail inspections,” Havard said. “One of our main objectives at the Jasper County Jail is to en
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North Texas Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Multi-State Child Trafficking Case
A Grayson County jury has sentenced a North Texas man to more than 50 years in prison after convicting him of trafficking and sexually exploiting a minor in a multi-state prostitution scheme spanning Texas and Oklahoma. Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the sentence Wednesday, calling it a significant outcome in the state’s efforts to combat human trafficking. Robert Franklin was sentenced to 50 years in the Institutional Division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justi
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Jasper County Booking Report – Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Teralyn Essiante-Eman Brown, of Jasper – Age 23 Assault Causes Bodily Injury Arresting Agency: Jasper County Sheriff’s Office at 6:21 AM Jordan Garcia, of Farmers Branch – Age 32 Possession of Controlled Substance PG 2 ≥4G<400G Possession of Marijuana <2oz Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Arresting Agency: Department of Public Safety at 12:53 PM Latasha Renee Cauley, of Jasper – Age 45 Motion to Revoke – Theft of Property ≥$100<$750 (2 counts) Arresting Agency: Jasper County
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