Paris News

Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill Monday making illegal immigration a state crime. The new law would authorize any Texas law enforcement officer to arrest people they catch  crossing the Rio Grande between ports of entry. Abbott also signed a bill designating more than $1 billion for more border barriers. …

A new survey from Forbes Magazine shows that Texas ranks eighth in the nation for people spoiling their dogs. Forbes found that 49.5% of Texans spend more money on their dog’s health and grooming than their own and that 44.5% of dog owners regularly throw birthday parties or other celebrations …

Choctaw County Sheriff Terry Park reports two deputies responded to Fort Towson for a burglary in progress. When the deputies arrived, they found Justin Bates allegedly trying to break into a home and a shed where no one was home at the time. Bates was arrested on two counts of …

A small twin-engine aircraft made an emergency landing on U.S. Highway 80 in Kaufman County on Monday afternoon. The FAA said the pilot landed the Piper Aztec at about 2:45 pm northeast of Mesquite Metro Airport. Forney Police said the pilot was not injured, and there were no reported injuries …

TxDOT Paris District December 17 – December 23 Fannin County The annual crack seal contract to place sealant in the pavement cracks on roadways in Fannin County has begun. The following roads will receive a crack seal: FM 64 from SH 34 to the Delta County line; FM 151 from …

Erika Adriana Briseno Officers responded Saturday evening at 6:02 to the 3800 block of Lamar about a shoplifter. Erika Adriana Briseno, 23, had intentionally failed to scan items properly at the register and then tried to leave the store. She was stopped by store personnel and detained. Briseno was taken …

COLLEGE STATION, Texas: For many, the smell of sweet, peppery BBQ smoke evokes many memories, traditions, and flavors. Whether smoking for a tailgate or family and friends, BBQ never ceases to provide the inviting comradery of cooking. Originating from leftover meat at meat markets smoked in the ground with hot coals, …

Donations Needed to Reach Annual Fundraising Goal  Paris, Texas – As Christmas approaches, The Salvation Army in Paris falls behind the red kettle goal for 2023. The annual Red Kettle Campaign is The Salvation Army’s primary fundraiser of the year. Every dollar donated supports programs that make a difference in people’s …

to the Christmas and New Year holidays over the next two weeks, please find the amended sanitation schedule below: We will pick up the Monday, December 25 route on Tuesday, December 26. We will pick up the Tuesday, December 26 route on Wednesday, December 27. We will pick up the …

Quaker Oats is recalling more than 40 different granola bars and cereal products because salmonella could contaminate them. Affected products include: The brand’s classic Chewy granola bar variety pack. The Chewy Dipps bars. The puffed and protein cereals. Frito-Lay snack boxes have granola bars. Potentially contaminated products have a “best …