Beaumont, TX news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026

In Beaumont, TX on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Early voting surpasses 20,000 ballots after three days. Also: Beaumont councilman calls for greater accountability and transparency from Beaumont ISD; Beaumont Salvation Army begins urgent repairs to men's and women's shelter. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 83°F and light winds.

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Headlines

More than 20,000 ballots cast in Jefferson County early voting after three days.KFDM · Oct 21, 11:10 PM

News & local government

Beaumont councilman calls for greater accountability and transparency from Beaumont ISD.KFDM · Oct 21, 6:33 PM
Judge John Stevens and prosecutor Luke Nichols debate tonight at 9 p.m. on Fox Southeast Texas.KFDM · Oct 21, 12:14 PM
Southeast Texas families received unsolicited LGBTQ+ student guide mailers from unknown sender.KFDM · Oct 21, 1:44 AM
Parents hid in laundry room during stabbing incident; convinced son to surrender knife.KFDM · Oct 21, 5:36 PM

Safety & emergencies

One person struck and killed by SUV on FM 92 north of Silsbee.KFDM · Oct 22, 12:03 AM

Events & going out

Gift of Life 5K and Monster Dash Halloween events planned for Beaumont this week.KBTV Fox 4 Beaumont · Oct 21, 9:41 AM

Community & volunteering

Beaumont Salvation Army begins urgent repairs to men's and women's shelter.KFDM · Oct 21, 6:30 PM

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