Jennifer Kielman

Jennifer Kielman joined the KLTV/KTRE news team in November 2017. You can find her co-anchoring East Texas News at 4 and KLTV 7 News at 10, alongside Anissa Centers and Jennifer Hines. Although Jennifer was born in Illinois, she calls Texas home. Her family is in the Dallas and San Antonio areas. Jennifer earned a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism and Communications from Northern Illinois University. She has spent 14 years in the news business. Jennifer most recently came to East Texas from KOLR in Springfield, MO, where she was an evening news anchor. Before that, she spent nearly seven years at another station in the Tyler market. She's also worked for stations in Louisiana, Arkansas and Wisconsin. Her work has been recognized by several journalism organizations, including the Missouri Broadcasters Association and Texas Association of Broadcasters. When she's not working, you'll find her enjoying time with her family. Jennifer is married to Coleman. And together, they have an amazing son, named Charlie. Two adorable weiner dogs make them a family of five.

Recent Articles by Jennifer

Texas Rangers investigating officer-involved shooting at home of off-duty Longview police officer

At the request of Whitehouse police, Texas Rangers are investigating a shooting at the home of an off-duty Longview police officer who lives in Whitehouse.

Jeff Awtrey and Jennifer Kielman

Published November 27, 2018 at 9:10 PM

Roadway reopens after fatal wreck in Van Zandt County cleared

A fatal two-vehicle crash has shut down parts of Highway 19 in Van Zandt County.

Jennifer Kielman

Published October 30, 2018 at 8:22 PM

Wreck causes portion of Interstate 20 in Gregg County to shut down

Troopers with the Department of Public Safety tell us, they are on the scene of an accident in Gregg County.

Jennifer Kielman

Published August 27, 2018 at 10:45 PM

Popular East Texas off-road park closes for good

A popular East Texas off-road business closes its doors for good.

Jennifer Kielman

Published August 14, 2018 at 10:12 PM

White Oak's City Manager Charlie Smith tells KLTV, water in the City of White Oak is temporarily shut down.

Jennifer Kielman

Published August 2, 2018 at 3:06 PM

Panola County Sheriff Kevin Lake says there is an ongoing investigation into a deadly house fire.

Jennifer Kielman

Published August 1, 2018 at 7:38 PM

The last surviving member of the first Kilgore Rangerette line has died.

Jennifer Kielman

Published July 17, 2018 at 9:27 PM

Smith County fire crews responding to house fire

Smith County fire crews are on the scene of a house fire.

Jennifer Kielman

Published July 9, 2018 at 8:04 PM

David Beard, 'The Catfish King,' has died, family confirms

Well-known restauranteur and East Texan David Beard passed away on Friday.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 22, 2018 at 10:37 PM

Man found dead during SWAT situation in Longview was wanted on murder charge

A man wanted on a murder warrant in Harris County was found dead inside a home in Longview Thursday evening.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 22, 2018 at 8:29 AM

Family, Law enforcement actively looking for missing Eagle Landing man

The Cass County Sheriff's Office is actively looking for 24-year-old William Charles Hendrix Routon of Eagle Landing, TX.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 12, 2018 at 7:47 PM

Wife, witnesses pulled man out of water at Tyler State Park, CPR unsuccessful

Emergency crews responding to a possible drowning at Tyler State Park.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 9, 2018 at 11:53 AM

Pine trees catch fire around Smith County business

Fire crews are on the scene of a fire in Smith County.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 7, 2018 at 10:03 PM

Crews searching for missing 70-year-old man at Lake O' The Pines

FROM THE UPSHUR COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE: The Upshur County Sheriff's Office and Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens are investigating the disappearance of a 70 year old male at Lake O' The Pines.

Jennifer Kielman

Published June 6, 2018 at 8:40 PM

Firefighters checked out possible explosion on Hwy 271, find no fire or damage

Smith County crews are currently responding to a possible explosion at Tyler Welders Supply on Highway 271.

Jennifer Kielman

Published May 17, 2018 at 10:07 PM

VIDEO: Cade Foehner talks about leaving American Idol, who he's voting for, more

On Wednesday night, Shelbyville native and American Idol favorite Cade Foehner joined Lisa Wells on East Texas Now, as well as KTRE anchor Hunter Sowards.

Jennifer Kielman and Stephanie Frazier

Published May 17, 2018 at 8:23 PM

Public meeting date announced to discuss Robert E. Lee High School name change

TISD is currently reviewing how much it would cost to change the names of both Robert E. Less and John Tyler High Schools.

Jennifer Kielman and Stephanie Frazier

Published May 15, 2018 at 10:04 PM

UPDATE: Missing Tyler woman found safe, vehicle still missing

Police are searching for a missing 80-year-old Tyler woman.

Jennifer Kielman

Published May 9, 2018 at 9:08 PM

Longview Police release picture of bank robbery suspect

Police responded to a bank robbery in downtown Longview. It happened at Regions Bank at 213 Fredonia Street just after 1 o'clock.

Jamey Boyum and Jennifer Kielman

Published May 1, 2018 at 9:26 PM

Witness: After bicyclist struck on 271, passersby stopped, administered CPR

Gladewater Police Department is on the scene of a wreck on US 271. Police, EMS and the fire department are on the scene of crash on US 271 just north of Gladewater. According to Gladewater police dispatch, the call reported that someone on a bike was struck by a vehicle.