Lufkin Daily News

The Lufkin Daily News is a publication based in Lufkin, Texas, USA. In 1977, it received a Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for an obituary about a local man who passed away during Marine training. This obituary sparked an investigation into his death, leading to significant changes in the recruiting and training procedures of the United States Marine Corps.

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Asteroids and a kid's imagination make a great mix

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Gary Stallard

By GARY STALLARD/Contributing writer PHOENIX, Arizona - We had to load the train, and fast. We were on the verge of a catastrophic event. Gary Stallard is a regular contributor to the Opinion page of The Lufkin Daily News. His email address is [email protected].
Native leaders blast construction of Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' on land they call sacred

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Kate Payne

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) - Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration is racing ahead with construction of a makeshift immigration detention facility at an airstrip in the Everglades over the opposition of Native American leaders who consider the area their sacred ancestral homelands. A string of portable generators and dump trucks loaded with fill dirt streamed into the site on Thursday, according to activist Jessica Namath, who witnessed the activity.
How Zohran Mamdani's 'joyous' ground game helped him topple Andrew Cuomo in NYC's primary

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Jake Offenhartz

NEW YORK (AP) - On Tuesday night, shortly before polls closed in New York's Democratic mayoral primary, and less than an hour until the first signs of his seismic upset over Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani was in a Brooklyn park, searching for a ride.
What to know about states blocking Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Geoff Mulvihill |Laura Ungar

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that states can bar Medicaid payments to Planned Parenthood, the nation's largest abortion provider. The federal government and many states already block using Medicaid funds to cover abortion. But the state-federal health insurance program for lower-income people does pay for other services from Planned Parenthood, including birth control, cancer screenings and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
Federal lawsuit adds to allegations of child sexual abuse in Maryland youth detention centers

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Lea Skene

By LEA SKENE - Associated Press BALTIMORE (AP) - A federal lawsuit could open a new chapter in an escalating legal battle in Maryland, where officials are struggling to address an unexpected onslaught of claims alleging child sexual abuse in state-run juvenile detention facilities. With thousands of similar claims already pending in state court, the litigation has raised questions about how Maryland will handle the potential financial liability. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press.
Yankees' Max Fried continues to make case to start the All-Star Game after reaching 10 wins

1 day ago | lufkindailynews.com | Joe Reedy

By JOE REEDY - AP Sports Writer CINCINNATI (AP) - Aaron Boone still has a couple weeks before deciding who will be the American League's starting pitcher for the All-Star Game. It could end up being one of his own players. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Volunteers play music to soothe shelter animals

2 days ago | lufkindailynews.com | Thomas Peipert

By THOMAS PEIPERT - Associated Press DENVER (AP) - It's often said music is the universal language of humanity. Now a 12-year-old Houston boy is putting that to the test for an unlikely audience - man's best friend. Yuvi Agarwal started playing keyboard when he was 4 and several years ago noticed his playing soothed his family's restless golden doodle, Bozo. He grew curious if it also could help stressed homeless animals. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
Don't Call it 'Diet' & Maybe I'll Try It

2 days ago | lufkindailynews.com | Gary Stallard

By Story by Susan & Gary Stallard There I was, standing on the scale while trying to suck in my gut. My lovely bride noticed and laughed, letting me know that inhaling flab wasn't gonna change my weight. I reminded her I knew that.
After nervous start Bangladesh reaches 71-2 at lunch in the 2nd test against Sri Lanka

2 days ago | lufkindailynews.com | Krishan Francis

By KRISHAN FRANCIS - Associated Press COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) - After a nervous start, Bangladesh reached 71 for two wickets at lunch on the opening day of the second cricket test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bat first at the Singhalese Sports Club. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Alvin Bragg, Manhattan prosecutor who took on Trump, wins Democratic primary in bid for second term

3 days ago | lufkindailynews.com | Jennifer Peltz

By JENNIFER PELTZ - Associated Press Bragg defeated Patrick Timmins - a litigator, law professor and former Bronx assistant district attorney - to advance to November's general election. About 70% of registered Manhattan voters are Democrats. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.