Chief Financial Officer Joe Hegwood visits with WTAW’s Scott DeLucia about city bonds, finance rates, oil and gas, and more during his appearance on The Infomaniacs on Thursday, February 27, 2020.
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Bryan police is investigating the drowning death of a four year old boy. This began Tuesday night (July 9) as a search for Jermaine Mills. 75 minutes after responding to a 9-1-1 call made by family members, the youngster was found unresponsive in a pool that was described as being in a condition where visibility into the water was limited. Lifesaving measures began when the child was found and continued until he was pronounced deceased. News release from Bryan police: On June 9th, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Bryan Police Department responded to the 2300 block of Jaguar Drive for a missing 4-year-old. The 4-year-old was last seen by family near the pool approximately 30 minutes prior to placing the 911 call. Multiple BPD officers and community members assisted in searching for the child. At approximately 7:14 p.m., the 4-year-old was located in the pool unresponsive. Immediate life-saving measures were performed, before the child was transported to the hospital for emergency medical care. Conditions of the pool made visibility into the water limited. Unfortunately, the child passed away at the hospital. The Bryan Police Department would like to remind our community to never leave children unattended near water. Whether you’re at a pool, lake, splash pad, or any other body of water, constant supervision is essential. Stay alert and avoid distractions such as cell phones, conversations, or other activities that may take your attention away from children. If a child is not a strong swimmer, please have them in a properly fitted life jacket or approved flotation device for their size. Keep gates locked or secured where children cannot access the water. This investigation is ongoing at this time.
Bryan police releases more information in the deaths of an elderly couple in their home. News release from Bryan police: On June 8th, 2026, at approximately 4:40 p.m., the Bryan Police Department along with the Bryan Fire Department responded to the 2700 block of Osborn Lane for a reported welfare concern. 911 caller reported going to check on family members at their home, and located the two family members deceased inside of the residence where a fire had apparently occurred. Bryan PD along with Bryan FD arrived on scene and located two deceased individuals inside the residence along with evidence that a significant fire took place inside the home. The fire was not active upon first responders’ arrival. During a preliminary investigation, it appeared the fire started inside of the residence. The two occupants were unable to exit the home. The fire was determined to have self-extinguished within the residence prior to responding personnel, and remained contained on the inside of the home. No foul play is suspected in this investigation. The deceased have been identified as: Joe Williams Sr., 74 of Bryan Sandra Williams, 74 of Bryan Bryan Fire Marshal’s Office will continue to investigate the cause of the fire. The Bryan Police Department will continue to investigate the deaths as a result of the fire. Reports were circulating of an explosion. There was no evidence of an explosion in this investigation. Original story: Bryan police and fire investigators are looking into the deaths of two people inside a duplex that had fire damage. BPD officer Seth Waller says Monday (June 8) around 4:40 p.m., a 9-1-1 call was received from family members who did a welfare check at a residence in the 2700 block of Osborn. This is in an 55+ neighborhood west of the freeway and north of William Joel Bryan Parkway. First responders who found the victims reported there was no active fire. More information is expected to be released on Tuesday. Click below to hear Seth Waller’s visit with WTAW’s Bill Oliver. Listen to “Bryan police and fire investigating the deaths of two people inside a duplex that had fire damage” on Spreaker.
The arrest report of Brazos County District Clerk Gabriel Garcia says he showed a Texas Ranger where to find cocaine in his home. This is after the Texas Ranger obtained a search warrant on Wednesday which was executed on Friday. In either a desk or dresser drawer, DPS special agents found an undisclosed number of baggies containing a total of 4.62 grams of cocaine. After Garcia admitted the cocaine belonged to him, he was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. Garcia is out of jail after posting a $20,000 dollar bond. WTAW News has emailed Garcia inviting him to issue a statement. Original story: Brazos County District Clerk Gabriel Garcia is arrested by the Texas Rangers on a charge of possessing a controlled substance. Garcia’s arrest was announced in a news release by Brazos County which says there will be no disruptions at the district clerk’s office. A county spokesperson told WTAW News that deputy clerks will keep the office running. The Brazos County district attorney’s office recused itself from the investigation. A spokesperson in the DA’s office said the investigation was led by the Rockwall County district attorney. WTAW News has contacted the Rockwall County DA requesting the circumstances that led to Garcia’s arrest. DA Kenda Culpepper said “We do not comment on a pending investigation.” As of Friday night (June 5), Garcia is out of jail after posting a $20,000 dollar bond. The arrest comes the week after Garcia lost his re-election bid, where he received less than one-fourth of the primary runoff vote.
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