In Antarctica in January, 2013 – the summer at the South Pole – scientists released 20 balloons, each eight stories tall, into the air to help answer an enduring space weather question: when the giant radiation belts surrounding Earth lose material, where do the extra particles actually go?More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:58:29 GMT
There was some controversy at an East Texas school district special board meeting on Friday night, after the school decided to cut several faculty and staff positions.More >>
Winona ISD officials say that at the beginning of the decision-process, as many as 15-20 positions were being considered for removal.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:24:08 GMT
A train derailment was reported near the Bridgeport and Fairfield city lines Friday night. Few details have been released on the derailment, but the incident was reported around 6:30 p.m. in the area ofMore >>
Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:30 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:30:12 GMT
It might be 60 or 70 years later, but residents at Greenhill Villas of Mount Pleasant nursing home haven't forgotten how to have fun at prom. "It's been a long time since I've been through something likeMore >>
It might be 60 or 70 years later, but residents at Greenhill Villas of Mount Pleasant nursing home haven't forgotten how to have fun at prom.More >>
O.J. Simpson's former lawyer has some explaining to do.More >>
O.J. Simpson's former lawyer defended himself point-by-point Friday against allegations he botched the former football star's armed-robbery trial, after giving damaging testimony that Simpson actually knew his...More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:33:11 GMT
A six-vehicle wreck brought east bound I-20 to a standstill for most of the afternoon Friday. It happened around 1:30 near the Barber Road exit in Smith County. One woman was so close to the accidentMore >>
A six-vehicle wreck brought east bound I-20 to a standstill for most of the afternoon Friday. It happened around 1:30 near the Barber Road exit in Smith County.More >>
Homes built by volunteers from Habitat for Humanity were among the hardest hit by a tornado that killed at least six people in North Texas.More >>
Residents whose homes were torn apart or blown away by a North Texas deadly tornado can soon return to retrieve what belongings may be left and start cleaning up, authorities said Friday.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:27:47 GMT
Sabrina Kimbley reached a plea agreement on Friday that will land her in a state jail for four years. Sabrina and her husband David, of Winona, are each charged with 13 counts of child endangerment. ProsecutorsMore >>
Sabrina Kimbley reached a plea agreement on Friday that will land her in a state jail for four years.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:16:53 GMT
One person has died in a crash near Harrisonville, MO, Thursday evening. The crash happened on Missouri Highway 7 and Walker Road. It involved a car and a tractor-trailer. Harrisonville is in Cass County.More >>
Savannah Nash celebrated her 16th birthday last week. She died Thursday when her car slammed into a semi while she was texting during her first time driving by herself.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:48:21 GMT
Now that the Tyler ISD bond proposal has passed, Tyler ISD officials are moving forward with plans to create a career and technology center for students.More >>
Now that the Tyler ISD bond proposal has passed, Tyler ISD officials are moving forward with plans to create a career and technology center for students.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:01 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:01:36 GMT
A 52-year-old Wells man allegedly fondled a woman after she returned to her car from visiting a friend at Woodland Heights Medical Center Friday morning. Gilbert Dean Rash was booked into the AngelinaMore >>
A 52-year-old Wells man allegedly fondled a woman after she returned to her car from visiting a friend at Woodland Heights Medical Center Friday morning.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:19:24 GMT
From the Smith County Sheriff:Today, during a routine call in the Lindale area, Smith County Animal Control Officer Juan Dockens was bitten in the face by a Great Dane. The dog was being surrendered by its owners. Dockens was taken to a Tyler medical facility for assessment and treatment. His injuries are said to be moderate, located primarily around his chin and mouth, and required stitches. He is now at home recovering. The animal has been quarantined and will be tested.More >>
From the Smith County Sheriff:Today, during a routine call in the Lindale area, Smith County Animal Control Officer Juan Dockens was bitten in the face by a Great Dane. The dog was being surrendered by its owners. Dockens was taken to a Tyler medical facility for assessment and treatment. His injuries are said to be moderate, located primarily around his chin and mouth, and required stitches. He is now at home recovering. The animal has been quarantined and will be tested.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:41:34 GMT
The UT Tyler men's golf team has won the school's first NCAA Division III national championship. The Patriots were in second place entering the final day of the national championship tournament, but savedMore >>
The men's golf team dominates the final round of the NCAA Division III Championship...More >>
Several animal rescue groups, plus an LA neighborhood, collaborated to save Biggie, a German Shepherd who was trapped without any way out. See how the rescuer gained his confidence and ultimately got him safely out.
Several animal rescue groups, plus an LA neighborhood, collaborated to save Biggie, a German Shepherd who was trapped without any way out. See how the rescuer gained his confidence and ultimately got him safely out.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:36:31 GMT
The State of Texas today filed a lawsuit against BP America and other defendants for their role in the April 2010 Deepwater Horizon offshore oil spill. The State’s enforcement action seeks natural resource damages, economic damages and civil penalties caused by the oil spill. More >>
The State of Texas today filed a lawsuit against BP America and other defendants for their role in the April 2010 Deepwater Horizon offshore oil spill. The State’s enforcement action seeks natural resource damages, economic damages and civil penalties caused by the oil spill. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:12 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:12:33 GMT
From the Buy Smith County Committee: TYLER, TX (KLTV) - A pro-development group in Smith County has started collecting the required number of signatures on petitions to place limited beer and wine salesMore >>
A pro-development group in Smith County has started collecting the required number of signatures on petitions to place limited beer and wine sales on the November ballot for the current boundaries of Smith County JP 4.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:20:13 GMT
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MN (WCCO/CNN) - A four-year-old mayor's star is rising. Bobbie Tufts is the mayor of Dorset, Minnesota.Each year, the town, which currently has 22 residents, selects its mayor byMore >>
A four-year-old mayor's star is rising. Bobbie Tufts is the mayor of Dorset, Minnesota.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 3:03 AM EDT2013-05-13 07:03:52 GMT
A paramedic who helped evacuate people on the night of the deadly fertilizer plant explosion in the town of West, Texas has been arrested. Court documents show that Bryce Ashley Reed was arrested forMore >>
A paramedic who helped evacuate people on the night of the deadly fertilizer plant explosion in the town of West, Texas has been arrested.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 2:04 PM EDT2013-05-12 18:04:37 GMT
Baseball (2nd Round) and Softball (3rd Round) scores from this weekend. SOFTBALL CLASS 4A Sulphur Springs vs. Mansfield Legacy CLASS 3A Mineola vs. Henderson Game 1: Henderson 5, Mineola 3 GameMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:09:53 GMT
Wells Fargo Advisors in Tyler is willing to match each blood donation given to Carter BloodCare by giving a monetary donation to the Salvation Army.More >>
Wells Fargo Advisors in Tyler is willing to match each blood donation given to Carter BloodCare by giving a monetary donation to the Salvation Army.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:08:38 GMT
An East Texas tree trimmer swooped in to save the day and rescue a Chapel Hill family's cat.Five-month-old Tommy Boy spent nearly 48 hours about 45 feet from where he should be. His owners say they noticedMore >>
An East Texas tree trimmer swooped in to save the day and rescue a Chapel Hill family's cat.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:45:45 GMT
Baby Ella Sheridan was rushed back to Children's Hospital in Dallas Thursday night due to excessive cerobrospinal fluid building up in her head. Her mom, Samantha Sheridan, said the infant needed emergencyMore >>
Her mom, Samantha Sheridan, said the infant needed emergency shunt surgery, which allows doctors to drain that excess fluid.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:39:51 GMT
The Sam Houston Statue in Huntsville looms large over Interstate 45 in Walker County and is approaching its one millionth visitor. The statue honors Texas hero General Sam Houston. His forces defeatedMore >>
The Sam Houston Statue in Huntsville looms large over Interstate 45 in Walker County and is approaching its one millionth visitor.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:38 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:38:43 GMT
Authorities are searching for an East Texas baby. 5-month-old Ethan Ramsey was last seen with his mother in the Marshall area on Thursday. If you have any information on where Ethan is, please contactMore >>
Authorities have found an East Texas baby who went missing Thursday night.More >>
The Farmers Market at the Tyler Public Library successfully launched on Thursday, May 9.Even with drizzling rain and cool temperatures, local food lovers came out to see what local farmers, craftsmen, artists and artisans had to offer them in their neighborhood.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 8:41 PM EDT2013-05-05 00:41:10 GMT
One person has died in an Upshur County wreck involving a car and an 18-wheeler. It happened just before 6PM Friday night on Highway 155, a mile North of Lemon Road in the Pritchett community. DPS troopersMore >>
One person is dead following a crash in Upshur County involving a car and an 18-wheeler.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:33:07 GMT
At first glance, Collin Gray is your typical 20-year-old East Texan. But that's where you would be wrong. A 2011 graduate of Chapel Hill High School, Gray has been away from East Texas since November 2012,More >>
A 2011 graduate of Chapel Hill High School, Collin Gray has been away from East Texas since November 2012, serving his country as an infantryman in the United States Army.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:21:59 GMT
Mount Pleasant Police have opened an investigation into an apartment fire at the Pine Ridge apartments. They said they believe it could be arson. The fire began Sunday night in LaAndrial Hall's firstMore >>
Mount Pleasant Police have opened an investigation into an apartment fire at the Pine Ridge apartments. They said they believe it could be arson.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:12:11 GMT
The West High School girl's softball team visited East Texas on Friday evening vying for a regional championship, just weeks after a fertilizer blew up in their home town, destroying numerous homes andMore >>
The West High School girl's softball team visited East Texas on Friday evening vying for a regional championship, just weeks after a fertilizer blew up in their home town, destroying numerous homes and businesses and killing 14 people.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:12:04 GMT
Since 2006, the dramatic disappearance of honeybees has been somewhat of a mystery, as a third of the population that lives in the United States simply no longer exists. Texas has a healthy bee population.More >>
Since 2006, the dramatic disappearance of honeybees has been somewhat of a mystery, as a third of the population that lives in the United States simply no longer exists. Texas has a healthy bee population.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-05-03 22:59:44 GMT
If you like blue, you're in luck because three guys who are nothing but blue are hitting the stage in Tyler. They're not blues musicians, they're blue musicians. Yes, Blue Man Group is here for threeMore >>
They're not blues musicians, they're blue musicians. Yes, Blue Man Group is here for three performances Friday and Saturday.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:54:11 GMT
Celebrating freedom and Hispanic heritage begins tonight with an early observance of Cinco de Mayo.As part of a two-day celebration, organizers are beginning the festivities tonight in Longview with aMore >>
Celebrating freedom and Hispanic heritage begins tonight with an early observance of Cinco de Mayo.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:25:13 GMT
Released from United States Coast Guard: HIGH ISLAND, TX (KLTV) - The crew of a fishing boat returned two kayakers to safety, Friday, after strong, northern winds pushed them out to sea off High Island,More >>
The crew of a fishing boat returned two kayakers to safety, Friday, after strong, northern winds pushed them out to sea off High Island, Texas.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:06 AM EDT2013-05-03 13:06:11 GMT
The store is called "The Fix Shop" and the service is exactly that. The owner can fix pretty much anything and everything from electronics, to tractors.More >>
The store is called "The Fix Shop" and the service is exactly that. The owner can fix pretty much anything and everything from electronics, to tractors.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-04-27 03:01:00 GMT
RVING, Texas (AP) - The Dallas Cowboys have taken tight end Gavin Escobar of San Diego State in the second round of the NFL draft. The Cowboys took Escobar with the 47th overall pick Friday night. JasonMore >>
The Cowboys add two new receivers for Tony Romo...More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-04-27 02:22:40 GMT
Newly obtained surveillance video shows an Alto man pull a machete out of his pants while stealing cigarettes, moments before he was shot to death by a police officer.What happened after that, however,More >>
Newly obtained surveillance video shows an Alto man pull a machete out of his pants while stealing cigarettes, moments before he was shot to death by a police officer.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:34:48 GMT
David and Sabrina Kimbley were back in Smith County family court this morning for a custody hearing for four of their children.The Kimbleys' children have been in the state's custody since the couple'sMore >>
David and Sabrina Kimbley were back in Smith County family court this morning for a custody hearing for four of their children.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:33:00 GMT
Tyler police are holding a garage sale this weekend, benefiting officers who become sick or who are injured on the job.The Benevolence Fund started four years ago and helps cover the medical costs of TylerMore >>
Tyler police are holding a garage sale this weekend, benefiting officers who become sick or who are injured on the job.The Benevolence Fund started four years ago and helps cover the medical costs of TylerMore >>
Friday, April 26 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:08:37 GMT
An East Texas town is getting national attention for their unique public restrooms. Saturday night they'll be featured on TLC's show, "Insane Bathrooms."Friday, people in town were gearing for what theMore >>
An East Texas town is getting national attention for their unique public restrooms. Saturday night they'll be featured on TLC's show, "Insane Bathrooms."More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:02:47 GMT
An East Texas church is starting the repair process after a car plowed through its front wall yesterday and set the building on fire. Officials say a small SUV drove into the Mary, Queen of Heaven CatholicMore >>
An East Texas church is starting the repair process after a car plowed through its front wall yesterday and set the building on fire.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:01:46 GMT
Pine Tree High School in Longview has been placed on a soft lockdown following a tip from a parent. A parent called the school district to alert administration about an issue between two students, neitherMore >>
A lockdown at Pine Tree High School has been lifted. Earlier on Friday afternoon, a parent called the school district to alert administration about an issue between two students, neither of whom were on campus at the time. More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 6:55 PM EDT2013-04-26 22:55:41 GMT
Baby Ella Sheridan has been released from Children's Hospital in Dallas and is resting at home in Gladewater with her family. Ella had surgery Wednesday night to remove parts of her brain that were protrudingMore >>
Baby Ella Sheridan has been released from Children's Hospital in Dallas and is resting at home in Gladewater with her family.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:16:55 GMT
An East Texas man faces theft charges for allegedly stealing trees off a property without the owner's knowledge.49-year-old Anthony Roberts was arrested by Rusk County authorities earlier this month.InMore >>
An East Texas man faces theft charges for allegedly stealing trees off a property without the owner's knowledge.49-year-old Anthony Roberts was arrested by Rusk County authorities earlier this month.InMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:03:05 GMT
Dozens of East Texas soldiers are home with their families for the first time in more than a year. The forty men and women of Delta Company 3-144 spent nine of the last 16 months serving in Afghanistan. TheMore >>
Forty men and women of Delta Company 3-144 are home after spending more than a year away from family and friends.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:38:14 GMT
MOORE, OK - The trembling, mud-spattered dog whose photo went viral on Tuesday was not actually standing watch over her owner's body - her name is Susie, her owner is named Curtis Collins, and he's alive.ThanksMore >>
There's a happy ending to the story of the little dog who was found standing guard over a body after the EF-5 tornado that decimated her neighborhood in Moore, OK. Her owner is alive, and they have been reunited thanks to the viral photo. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:24 GMT
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.More >>
It's not abnormal for lawmakers to begin a political meeting with a prayer. But in Arizona, an atheist state representative began the daily session with a quote from a well-known atheist.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:21:12 GMT
(RNN) - British officials are saying one man is dead and two others were injured in a possible terrorist attack in London on Wednesday.According to BBC News, eyewitnesses said man was attacked in a streetMore >>
One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers. More >>
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