On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to fly in space when the space shuttle Challenger launched on mission STS-7. In this image, Dr. Ride sits in the aft flight deck mission specialist's seat during deorbit preparations.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:04:12 GMT
Released by the Tyler Police Department:On May 31, 2013 at about 11:35 p.m. officers with the Tyler Police Department were dispatched to a Commercial Robbery at the Rite Track Valero gas station located atMore >>
The Tyler Police Department is searching for a man after authorities say he robbed a gas station late Friday night.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-06-14 23:24:52 GMT
After a trial run on Thursday, the new Margaritaville Resort and Casino officially opens at 11 a.m. on Saturday. The new Bossier City attraction passed a final phase of inspections.More >>
After a trial run on Thursday, the new Margaritaville Resort and Casino officially opens at 11 a.m. on Saturday. The new Bossier City attraction passed a final phase of inspections.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:36:35 GMT
The Gregg County Sheriff's Department released autopsy results for Bobby Madewell Jr. on Thursday. Madewell, a 51-year-old from Longview, died in the Gregg County Jail on March 21. According to the autopsy,More >>
The Gregg County Sheriff's Department released autopsy results for Bobby Madewell on Thursday. Madewell, a 51-year-old from Longview, died in the Gregg County Jail on March 21.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:34:41 GMT
A car ran into a house on Friday afternoon near the intersection of Richmond Road and Timberwilde Drive in Tyler. The accident happened around 2 p.m. We have a crew on the scene and will have more detailsMore >>
Friday, June 14 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:31:25 GMT
Fourteen children were adopted Friday morning in Smith County."Our kids are just kids, and what does every kid want? They want their family," said Judge Carole Clark.More >>
Fourteen children were adopted Friday morning in Smith County."Our kids are just kids, and what does every kid want? They want their family," said Judge Carole Clark.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:28:24 GMT
From the Office of Governor Rick Perry:Gov. Rick Perry today signed Senate Bill 21, which will require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certainMore >>
Gov. Rick Perry today signed Senate Bill 21, which will require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain individualsMore >>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:41:23 GMT
What to buy Dad? That's the question on many minds right now as families look forward to celebrating their fathers this weekend. "We've been flooded this whole week with people coming in here asking forMore >>
Despite the demand for electronic goods, hunting equipment and neck ties, Forbes magazine says shoppers plan to spend 40 percent less on Father's Day than they did on Mother's Day. More >>
The Mount Pleasant Police Department is advising citizens of Mount Pleasant that an alarm company will be selling residential alarm systems door-to-door over the summer months.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 9:55 AM EDT2013-06-14 13:55:05 GMT
Here's a classic video for Friday, which also happens to be Flag Day. Andy Griffith and Barney Fife, played by the famous Don Knotts, review Barney's memorization of the Constitution in this clip from TheMore >>
Here's a classic video for Friday, which also happens to be Flag Day. Andy Griffith and Barney Fife, played by the famous Don Knotts, review Barney's memorization of the Constitution in this clip from The Andy Griffith Show.More >>
Saturday, June 8 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-06-09 01:32:14 GMT
A late night two vehicle crash shut down an East Texas interstate, and sent one person to a hospital. It happened around 10:30 last night on I-20 at the 602 mile marker between Longview and Hallsville.More >>
A late night two vehicle crash shut down an East Texas interstate, and sent one person to a hospital.More >>
Saturday, June 8 2013 10:26 AM EDT2013-06-08 14:26:04 GMT
Friday Governor Rick Perry signed a bill that will allow people with disabilities to have their service animals with them when they enter public businesses. This will include both retail stores and restaurants.More >>
Friday Governor Rick Perry signed a bill that will allow people with disabilities to have their service animals with them when they enter public businesses.
Saturday, June 8 2013 12:04 AM EDT2013-06-08 04:04:48 GMT
The 76th annual Gladewater Round-up rodeo is in full swing and also features a little known piece of history. The rodeo is full of exciting moments, but tucked away in the pavilion is a simple gate, rememberingMore >>
The 76th annual Gladewater Round-up rodeo is in full swing and features a little known piece of history.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-06-08 03:01:10 GMT
It's been a big week for Bullard native Nick Rumbelow. Playing in the NCAA Super Regional, the LSU pitcher was selected by the New York Yankees in th seventh round of the Major League Baseball Draft onMore >>
The LSU pitcher is selected in the seventh round...More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 10:31 PM EDT2013-06-08 02:31:58 GMT
A Smith County man is behind bars after causing a fiery wreck, while under the influence of synthetic marijuana. The crash happened Friday night on County Road 1287, just off of Highway 155 in Flint,More >>
A Smith County man is behind bars after causing a fiery wreck, while under the influence of synthetic marijuana.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-06-07 23:14:35 GMT
An Anderson County man is in jail after being arrested and charged with possession of child pornography. According to Anderson County Sheriff Greg Taylor, 33-year-old Joshua Jermaine Kincade was arrestedMore >>
According to Anderson County Sheriff Greg Taylor, 33-year-old Joshua Jermaine Kincade was arrested on Thursday after authorities found a nude photo of an underage girl on his iPhone.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-06-07 23:09:43 GMT
From the Longview Police Department:On June 6, 2013 at 12:32 p.m., Police were dispatched to an Accident with Injuries at the intersection of Judson Road and East Hawkins Parkway. When officers arrived they found the driver of a 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle, identified as Kevin Heath Puckett 41, of Longview lying under a lawn care trailer. More >>
From the Longview Police Department:On June 6, 2013 at 12:32 p.m., Police were dispatched to an Accident with Injuries at the intersection of Judson Road and East Hawkins Parkway. When officers arrived they found the driver of a 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle, identified as Kevin Heath Puckett 41, of Longview lying under a lawn care trailer. More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-06-07 22:54:32 GMT
East Texas school bus drivers are being recognized today for their faithful service to Longview schools.Today was the year-end bus driver awards at the Longview ISD transportation office. Awards handedMore >>
East Texas school bus drivers are being recognized today for their faithful service to Longview schools.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-06-07 22:50:10 GMT
The family of a man who was shot and killed by an East Texas police officer on New Years Eve, is taking the City of Tyler and the police department to court.More >>
The family of a man who was shot and killed by an East Texas police officer on New Years Eve, is taking the City of Tyler and the police department to court.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-06-07 21:06:13 GMT
Here's a recipe you can use on National Doughnut Day, or any other day, to create a delicious breakfast, brunch or snack treat without leaving home!Sunday Morning Spiced Muffins shared by Mama Steph: Yield:More >>
Here's a recipe you can use on National Doughnut Day, or any other day, to create a delicious breakfast, brunch or snack treat without leaving home!More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 4:18 PM EDT2013-06-07 20:18:19 GMT
From Tyler Police Department:On June 6th, 2013 at approximately 8PM Tyler Police Officers observed two subjects exiting the woods in the 1000 block of Forest. These subjects entered a parked vehicle with a third subject. Officers contacted these subjects and found one of them to be in possession of methamphetamine.More >>
From Tyler Police Department:On June 6th, 2013 at approximately 8PM Tyler Police Officers observed two subjects exiting the woods in the 1000 block of Forest. These subjects entered a parked vehicle with a third subject. Officers contacted these subjects and found one of them to be in possession of methamphetamine.More >>
The SPCA of Smith County has rescued the sweet boxer, Hilary, and have seen to it that she is receiving the medical care that she needs.Now they are looking for an adoptive family for her. More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-06-07 19:39:17 GMT
From the Federal Bureau of Investigation HOUSTON, TX - The FBI's Bank Robbery Task Force needs your help to identify a robber who wore a rather unusual hat during a bank robbery – a "teddy bear hat."More >>
From the Federal Bureau of Investigation HOUSTON, TX - The FBI's Bank Robbery Task Force needs your help to identify a robber who wore a rather unusual hat during a bank robbery – a "teddy bear hat."More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 3:27 PM EDT2013-06-07 19:27:50 GMT
Gov. Rick Perry, Rep. Jose Menendez and a service pup sign the new legislation (Source: Office of the Governor Rick Perry)
From Governor Rick Perry:AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 489, which allows individuals with disabilities to use the assistance of service animals in all public places, including retail businesses and restaurants, without having to show the qualifications or certifications of the assistance animal. More >>
From Governor Rick Perry:AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 489, which allows individuals with disabilities to use the assistance of service animals in all public places, including retail businesses and restaurants, without having to show the qualifications or certifications of the assistance animal. More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-06-07 18:18:24 GMT
KLTV has received multiple phone calls and emails complaining that Robert E. Lee High School and John Tyler High School seniors will not be allowed to wear graduation caps that have writing on them and that students were just notified of this decision today. More >>
KLTV has received multiple phone calls and emails complaining that Robert E. Lee High School and John Tyler High School seniors will not be allowed to wear graduation caps that have writing on them and that students were just notified of this decision today. More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 1:59 PM EDT2013-06-07 17:59:48 GMT
Longview Police say they are searching for a man who fled on foot this afternoon when police tried to arrest him on outstanding felony warrants. The police department has multiple K-9 units in the GraceMore >>
Longview PD is on the scene of a manhunt this afternoon.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 1:44 PM EDT2013-06-07 17:44:53 GMT
From Longview Habitat for Humanity: LONGVIEW, TX - Texas Bank & Trust has pledged $50,000 to Longview Habitat for Humanity's Foundations for the Future Capital Campaign for the construction of a new facility. "AsMore >>
Texas Bank & Trust has pledged $50,000 to Longview Habitat for Humanity's Foundations for the Future Capital Campaign for the construction of a new facility.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 9:28 AM EDT2013-06-07 13:28:17 GMT
It's taken months of planning and a week of on-site preparations, but organizers are putting the finishing touches on one of East Texas' largest annual fundraisers.It's Tyler's 26th annual Cattle Barons'More >>
It's taken months of planning and a week of on-site preparations, but organizers are putting the finishing touches on one of East Texas' largest annual fundraisers.More >>
Monday, June 3 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-06-03 22:48:41 GMT
A 90th birthday celebration for a world war two veteran who served his country in two different branches , as was honored for it today. With friends and family at Longview's Alpine church of Christ, BillMore >>
A 90th birthday celebration for a world war two veteran who served his country in two different branches , as was honored for it today.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 10:31 PM EDT2013-06-01 02:31:30 GMT
Whitehouse baseball had never advanced to state. The 2013 Wildcats have made it look pretty easy making school history. Whitehouse won it's tenth consecutive playoff game Friday night at Mike CarterMore >>
The Wildcats finish off Frisco Liberty 6 to 1...More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-06-01 02:02:07 GMT
The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of East Texas under a slight risk for severe weather from 7 a.m. Saturday through 7 a.m. on Sunday with the best chances for strong to severe storms in our area,More >>
A cold front is expected to pass through East Texas on Saturday evening, bringing with it, a chance for strong to severe thunderstorms. The main threat is likely to be strong thunderstorm winds and some pockets of large hail.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-05-31 23:25:48 GMT
It was a mild winter and a good spring for East Texas wildlife, and at least one East Texas city is battling a daily invasion of that wildlife into neighborhood areas. Longview animal control officersMore >>
It was a mild winter and a good spring for East Texas wildlife, and at least one East Texas city is battling a daily invasion of that wildlife into neighborhood areas.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-31 23:20:24 GMT
From the Texas Department of State Health Services: The Texas Department of State Health Services is advising consumers not to eat Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Blend of frozen mixed berries becauseMore >>
The Texas Department of State Health Services is advising consumers not to eat Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Blend of frozen mixed berries because the product may be contaminated with hepatitis A, a virus that can cause serious health problems.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-05-31 22:50:04 GMT
Local health departments are taking a proactive approach to fending off West Nile this year. Next week, the Northeast Texas Public Health Department will start fogging for mosquitoes in Tyler.More >>
Local health departments are taking a proactive approach to fending off West Nile this year. Next week, the Northeast Texas Public Health Department will start fogging for mosquitoes in Tyler.More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-05-31 22:41:49 GMT
The Longview Police Department wants to remind citizens that a person riding a bicycle must obey the same traffic laws that motor vehicles are required to followMore >>
The Longview Police Department wants to remind citizens that a person riding a bicycle must obey the same traffic laws that motor vehicles are required to followMore >>
Friday, May 31 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-05-31 22:41:09 GMT
Tyler Junior College has received reports that young men are approaching homes and businesses in the Whitehouse area claiming that they are selling magazine subscriptions on behalf of the TJC baseball team. More >>
Tyler Junior College has received reports that young men are approaching homes and businesses in the Whitehouse area claiming that they are selling magazine subscriptions on behalf of the TJC baseball team. More >>
Friday, May 31 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-05-31 20:21:35 GMT
A 31-year-old Flint, Texas woman has been arrested on federal charges in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.More >>
A 31-year-old Flint, Texas woman has been arrested on federal charges in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:23 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:23:30 GMT
A 5-year-old girl set up a lemonade stand across the street from the Westboro Baptist Church compound, and now the group is targeting her. Jayden Sink raised nearly $200 on Friday while she sold lemonadeMore >>
A 5-year-old girl set up a lemonade stand across the street from the Westboro Baptist Church compound, and now the group is targeting her.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:31:17 GMT
According to a Smith County Sheriff's Office arrest affidavit, the man accused of shooting and killing his father told investigators he had just returned home from camping at the lake with his childrenMore >>
According to a Smith County Sheriff's Office arrest affidavit, the man accused of shooting and killing his father told investigators he had just returned home from camping at the lake with his children when he got into an argument with his father.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:10:14 GMT
From the Texas Department of Public Safety: AUSTIN, TX - Robert Anthony Lopez, 48, a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive and Tango Blast gang member, is now in custody after being arrested on Friday in SanMore >>
Lopez has an extensive criminal history that includes aggravated sexual assault of a child, assault causing bodily injury, injury to a disabled person, violation of protective order and prohibited weapons.More >>