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Suspect in Longview police chase identified
Suspect in Longview police chase identified
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:25:06 GMT

The Texas Rangers have identified the suspect in Monday night's police chase and shooting as 28-year-old Jose SiFuentes.
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The Texas Rangers have identified the suspect in Monday night's police chase and shooting as 28-year-old Jose SiFuentes.
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Most of East Texas under moderate risk for severe weather Tuesday
Most of East Texas under moderate risk for severe weather Tuesday
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:57:17 GMT

There is a very good chance for severe weather over a fairly large portion of East Texas on Tuesday. More >>
There is a very good chance for severe weather over a fairly large portion of East Texas on Tuesday. More >>
Texas-based search and rescue team mobilizing to Oklahoma
Texas-based search and rescue team mobilizing to Oklahoma
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 9:59 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:59:44 GMT

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has requested the deployment of Texas Task Force 1 (TX-TF1), a specialized search and rescue team, to help in the aftermath of the Moore, Okla. tornado.The 80-member team, based in College Station, Texas, will leave early Tuesday morning along with an incident support team.The TX-TF1 'White' Team is a Type 1 Urban Search and Rescue Team (USR) with technical, canine and heavy equipment crews.TX-TF1 has been used since 1998, responding to search and rescu...More >>
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has requested the deployment of Texas Task Force 1 (TX-TF1), a specialized search and rescue team, to help in the aftermath of the Moore, Okla. tornado.The 80-member team, based in College Station, Texas, will leave early Tuesday morning along with an incident support team.The TX-TF1 'White' Team is a Type 1 Urban Search and Rescue Team (USR) with technical, canine and heavy equipment crews.TX-TF1 has been used since 1998, responding to search and rescu...More >>
Weekend house fire in Troup ruled an arson
Weekend house fire in Troup ruled an arson
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:35 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:35:19 GMT
Authorities have determined that a late night fire that broke out in Troup on Sunday was an arson.More >>
Authorities have determined that a late night fire that broke out in Troup on Sunday was an arson.More >>
East Texas teachers welcome the end of CSCOPE curriculum
East Texas teachers welcome the end of CSCOPE curriculum
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:32:33 GMT

A controversial public school curriculum system is coming to an end.More >>
A controversial public school curriculum system is coming to an end.More >>
Experts: West Nile virus may make a comeback in East Texas
Experts: West Nile virus may make a comeback in East Texas
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:30 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:30:07 GMT
The recently released West Nile case count from 2012 has many people wondering if we'll have incidences of the disease this year, as well. Health officials say we will. The mosquitoes are running a littleMore >>
The recently released West Nile case count from 2012 has many people wondering if we'll have incidences of the disease this year, as well.More >>
Convenience store burglary caught on tape
Convenience store burglary caught on tape
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:28:51 GMT

A convenience store near Flint was burglarized early Monday morning and the crime was all caught on surveillance video.More >>
A convenience store near Flint was burglarized early Monday morning and the crime was all caught on surveillance video. Thieves broke into the Stop and Shop gas station on Highway 69 and County Road 1215, trying to steal the ATM. More >>
ETX school district cuts six positions, including four teachers
ETX school district cuts six positions, including four teachers
Updated: 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 >>
Appeals court upholds age limit to carry handguns
Appeals court upholds age limit to carry handguns
A federal appeals court has upheld a Texas law that says 18-20-year-olds cannot receive a concealed handgun license.More >>
A federal appeals court has upheld a Texas law that says 18-20-year-olds cannot receive a concealed handgun license.More >>
Twin firefighting duo at your service
Twin firefighting duo at your service
He's Hayne. And he's Wayne. And they've served Trinity residents for more than 40 years as volunteer firefighters. At 5, Michelle Reed tells you why they have a passion for what they do and how they'veMore >>
He's Hayne. And he's Wayne. And they've served Trinity residents for more than 40 years as volunteer firefighters. At 5, Michelle Reed tells you why they have a passion for what they do and how they'veMore >>

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East Texas helps: How to send aid to Oklahoma tornado survivors
East Texas helps: How to send aid to Oklahoma tornado survivors
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:39 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:39:25 GMT

When a natural disaster strikes, East Texans are always among the first to ask, "how can we help?" Here is a list of dropoff locations and other ways to assist the residents of Moore, Oklahoma, as theyMore >>
When a natural disaster strikes, East Texans are always among the first to ask, "how can we help?" Here is a list of drop off locations and other ways to assist the residents of Moore, Oklahoma, as they face months of struggle to rebuild their lives.
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SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) photographed this striking view of Pavlof Volcano on May 18, 2013.More >>
Storm damage across East Texas
Storm damage across East Texas
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:22:02 GMT

Flash floods took over several streets in Athens, TX as a line of storms moved into East Texas Tuesday night. A designated flood area had high and fast moving water near Trinity Valley Community CollegeMore >>
Buildings in Gilmer and Whitehouse are damaged, trees are down in several areas, and many are without power.More >>
Bill could eliminate toll road fees for some veterans
Bill could eliminate toll road fees for some veterans
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:00:18 GMT

More veterans could soon be driving on more Texas toll roads for free. A bill that passed through the Texas House of Representatives was added to the senate's voting calendar Tuesday morning.More >>
More veterans could soon be driving on more Texas toll roads for free. A bill that passed through the Texas House of Representatives was added to the senate's voting calendar Tuesday morning.More >>
One man dead, another in custody following Smith Co. shooting
One man dead, another in custody following Smith Co. shooting
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:47 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:47:01 GMT
A shooting in Smith County this morning left one man dead and another is in custody.More >>
A shooting in Smith County this morning left one man dead and another is in custody.More >>
An in-house storm shelter? It's now possible
An in-house storm shelter? It's now possible
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:38:51 GMT
We're all familiar with the underground storm shelter. Now there is an alternative to digging a hole in your yard. We found a man who can turn an interior closet into a debris-proof safe room. Rudy WrightMore >>
We're all familiar with the underground storm shelter. Now there is an alternative to digging a hole in your yard.More >>
Nacogdoches Co. investigation leads to stolen tools, fake money and IDs, drugs
Nacogdoches Co. investigation leads to stolen tools, fake money and IDs, drugs
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:48:48 GMT
An investigation into several burglaries in the Woden and Melrose communities has led deputies with the Nacogdoches County Sheriff's Office to three arrests and a seizure of drugs, several thousand dollarsMore >>
An investigation into several burglaries in the Woden and Melrose communities has led deputies with the Nacogdoches County Sheriff's Office to three arrests and a seizure of drugs, several thousand dollars worth of tools, counterfeit cash and fake Social Security cards.More >>
Texas lawmakers pushing for review of UIL
Texas lawmakers pushing for review of UIL
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:43 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:43:31 GMT
JIM VERTUNO Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - One of the chief critics of the University Interscholastic League is pushing lawmakers to conduct a thorough review of the governing body for publicMore >>
One of the chief critics of the UIL is pushing lawmakers to conduct a thorough review...More >>
Events canceled due to inclement weather
Events canceled due to inclement weather
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:28:47 GMT
Several events have been canceled on Tuesday night in East Texas.More >>
Several events have been canceled on Tuesday night in East Texas.More >>
E. Texas IRS protestor: 'Abolish the IRS. How about that?'
E. Texas IRS protestor: 'Abolish the IRS. How about that?'
Updated: Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:03:53 GMT
East Texans gathered in front of the regional IRS office with signs reading "Abolish the IRS" and "Texans Deserve Better".More >>
East Texans gathered in front of the regional IRS office with signs reading "Abolish the IRS" and "Texans Deserve Better".More >>

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Kilgore softball player beats the odds
Kilgore softball player beats the odds
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:48:31 GMT
Kilgore senior McKalyn Pinter signed with Northeast Texas Community College Wednesday. It wasn't easy reaching her dream. As a child, Pinter was diagnosed with absent seizures and a thyroid problem.More >>
McKalyn Pinter signed with Northeast Texas Community College... More >>
Frankston Indians conquer boot camp
Frankston Indians conquer boot camp
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:40:16 GMT
This is no ordinary workout. "It's really intense to have them yelling in your ear the whole time," said Frankston quarterback Ozzie Buckner. "I've never been in so much pain in my life." Just whatMore >>
This is not your typical workout...More >>
ETX soldier meets daughter for the first time
ETX soldier meets daughter for the first time
Updated: 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 >>
ETX Boy Scout troop leaders carefully watching vote on ban of openly gay scouts
ETX Boy Scout troop leaders carefully watching vote on ban of openly gay scouts
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:19:59 GMT

The Boy Scouts of America started a two-day meeting in Grapevine to consider changing its long-standing ban on openly gay members, and East Texas troop leaders are watching closely.More >>
The Boy Scouts of America started a two-day meeting in Grapevine to consider changing its long-standing ban on openly gay members, and East Texas troop leaders are watching closely.More >>
Man arrested for stealing hundreds of trees
Man arrested for stealing hundreds of trees
Updated: 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 >>
On the ground in Oklahoma: A look inside devastated Moore
On the ground in Oklahoma: A look inside devastated Moore
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:58:28 GMT

MOORE, OK (KLTV) - A huge number of people have descended upon Moore, Oklahoma, to help with cleanup and offer support to the tornado victims.The KLTV mobile newsroom was on the scene Wednesday, and justMore >>
A huge number of people have descended upon Moore, Oklahoma, to help with cleanup and offer support to the tornado victims.More >>
ETX cities make storm debris disposal a breeze
ETX cities make storm debris disposal a breeze
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:53:10 GMT

In some East Texas neighborhoods, broken limbs and debris are covering streets and yards from last night's severe weather.More >>
In some East Texas neighborhoods, broken limbs and debris are covering streets and yards from last night's severe weather.More >>
MLK bridge repairs begin in Longview, bring some lane closures on I-20
MLK bridge repairs begin in Longview, bring some lane closures on I-20
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:30:30 GMT
Work has begun on the Martin Luther King bridge in Longview, which has been closed since a fiery 18-wheeler crash last month.More >>
Work has begun on the Martin Luther King bridge in Longview, which has been closed since a fiery 18-wheeler crash last month.More >>
Women ostracized from child birth complications find hope in Mercy Ships
Women ostracized from child birth complications find hope in Mercy Ships
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:19:02 GMT

A global organization that calls East Texas their home is working to improve the lives of women impacted by obstetric fistulas.More >>
A global organization that calls East Texas their home is working to improve the lives of women impacted by obstetric fistulas.More >>
New bill enforces drug testing to obtain unemployment benefits
New bill enforces drug testing to obtain unemployment benefits
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:16:43 GMT
On Wednesday, the Texas Legislature passed a bill which will allow limited drug testing for people receiving unemployment benefits.More >>
On Wednesday, the Texas Legislature passed a bill which will allow limited drug testing for people receiving unemployment benefits.More >>

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Wood County copper theft causes power outage
Wood County copper theft causes power outage
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:56 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:56:47 GMT
Several East Texas homes lost power today, because of a copper theft. Wood county sheriff's deputies say copper wire was stripped from a power line this morning on county road 3522, north of Hawkins. InMore >>
Several East Texas homes lost power today, because of a copper theft.More >>
East Texans react to Boy Scouts decision
East Texans react to Boy Scouts decision
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:54:32 GMT
East Texans react to the boy scouts of America voting to end their ban on openly gay members. The vote was the center of debate at a two day meeting for the organization in Grapevine. "We've gone fromMore >>
East Texans react to the boy scouts of America voting to end their ban on openly gay members.More >>
Paddle Board Smackdown
Paddle Board Smackdown
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:07:41 GMT
Hitting Lake Tyler, the 7 Sports guys accepted a standing paddle board challenge. Ryan and Coleman would each paddle around a buoy and back. They would have to beat Teresa Goss and KayLee Becker. KayLeeMore >>
It was a challenge just staying on the board...More >>
Baseball regional semifinal scores
Baseball regional semifinal scores
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:07:03 GMT
4A Game 1: Whitehouse 10, Prosper 3 Game 2: Friday at Waxahachie - 7PM 3A Silsbee 4, Carthage 1 *Silsbee advances 1A Game 1: Carlisle 3, West Sabine 0 Game 2: Saturday at Lufkin - 4PMMore >>
A trip to the regional final is on the line...More >>
Plane crashes near East Texas Regional Airport
Plane crashes near East Texas Regional Airport
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:57:54 GMT
The Rusk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a plane that crashed near East Texas Regional Airport in Gregg County Thursday evening.Sgt. David Roberts with the Rusk County Sheriff's Office tells KLTVMore >>
Authorities say pilot, who was alone onboard, did not suffer serious injuries.More >>
Church makes arrangements for students to perform musical after religious complaints
Church makes arrangements for students to perform musical after religious complaints
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:39:12 GMT

Lindale Independent School District was contacted this week by the Freedom from Religion Foundation about a music program scheduled at E.J. Moss Intermediate school on Thursday evening. According to ElizabethMore >>
Lindale Independent School District was contacted this week by the Freedom from Religion Foundation about a music program scheduled at E.J. Moss Intermediate school on Thursday evening.More >>
WW II veteran’s headstone found, ETX woman searches for his family
WW II veteran’s headstone found, ETX woman searches for his family
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:44:30 GMT
A World War II veteran's headstone is sitting at Kilgore City Hall while a city administrator searches for the family it belongs to. The headstone was found on a shore of the Sabine River almost a yearMore >>
The headstone was found on a shore of the Sabine River almost a year ago.More >>
SFA baseball eliminated from SLC Tournament
SFA baseball eliminated from SLC Tournament
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:50 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:50:07 GMT
SUGAR LAND, Texas – The Central Arkansas Bears struck for four runs in the bottom of the seventh inning and eliminated Stephen F. Austin with a 7-3 win on Thursday in the Southland Conference TournamentMore >>
Central Arkansas beats SFA 7-3...More >>
Authorities: Body in burned car unidentifiable, investigation ongoing
Authorities: Body in burned car unidentifiable, investigation ongoing
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:33:55 GMT

According to the Smith County Sheriff's Department, a body was found in a burned car on County Road 3101, which is Barber Road, in Smith County. We have a crew en route to the scene and will have moreMore >>
According to the Smith County Sheriff's Department, a body was found in a burned car on County Road 3101, which is Barber Road, in Smith County. More >>
Safe Haven Equine Rescue to help Moore's surviving animals
Safe Haven Equine Rescue to help Moore's surviving animals
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:23:32 GMT
An East Texas horse rescue organization is heading to Oklahoma to do what they can for sick and injured livestock.Workers from Safe Haven Equine Rescue are packing up feed and medical supplies to takeMore >>
An East Texas horse rescue organization is heading to Oklahoma to do what they can for sick and injured livestock.More >>

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SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) photographed this striking view of Pavlof Volcano on May 18, 2013.More >>
ETX school district cuts six positions, including four teachers
ETX school district cuts six positions, including four teachers
Updated: 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 >>
Cleanup and investigation continues after train derailment
Cleanup and investigation continues after train derailment
Updated: 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 >>
Baseball & softball playoffs scores
Baseball & softball playoffs scores
Updated: Saturday, May 18 2013 9:28 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:28:15 GMT
Baseball Regional Quarterfinals Whitehouse 7, Hallsville 6 Gilmer 4, Spring Hill 2 Pleasant Grove 10, Athens 0 Carthage 2, China Spring 0 Diboll 3, Hudson 0 Elkhart 5, Warren 1 Carlisle 10, SimmsMore >>
Friday & Saturday scores...More >>
Pa. coffee run leads to hatchet hitchhiker arrest
Pa. coffee run leads to hatchet hitchhiker arrest
They were an unlikely pair - an itinerant hitchhiker turned Internet celebrity and a lawyer three times his age.More >>
Two cups of coffee ended life on the run for an Internet sensation known as Kai the hatchet-wielding hitchhiker.More >>
ETX seniors get chance to re-live their high school prom
ETX seniors get chance to re-live their high school prom
Updated: 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 >>
OJ's ex-lawyer contradicts his testimony on guns
OJ's ex-lawyer contradicts his testimony on guns
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 >>
Truck driver in wreck was 'disoriented. He didn't even know that was his truck'
Truck driver in wreck was 'disoriented. He didn't even know that was his truck'
Updated: 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 >>
Tornado-ravaged Texas town to start recovery
Tornado-ravaged Texas town to start recovery
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 >>
BREAKING NEWS
Parents of ETX boy found dead in septic tank sentenced on other charges
Parents of ETX boy found dead in septic tank sentenced on other charges
Updated: 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 >>

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Auto dealership holds armed forces day
Auto dealership holds armed forces day
Updated: Sunday, May 19 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-19 16:16:44 GMT
Today is armed forces day, a day to remind us that our military has answered the call every time the country has asked. With a vintage warplane flyover, Peters Chevrolet on highway 259 in Longview heldMore >>
Today is armed forces day, a day to remind us that our military has answered the call every time the country has asked.More >>
Ore City Fire Chief honored
Ore City Fire Chief honored
Updated: Sunday, May 19 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-19 16:13:22 GMT
A celebration was held in Ore city today for a fire chief, who has given more than 30 years of service to his community. The fire department held a celebration for fire chief Gaston Deberry. Deberry hasMore >>
A celebration was held in Ore City Saturday for a fire chief, who has given more than 30 years of service to his community.More >>
$590M-plus Powerball: 1 winning ticket sold in Fla
$590M-plus Powerball: 1 winning ticket sold in Fla
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.More >>
It's all about the odds, and one single ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials disclosed Sunday.More >>
Weather Service confirms two tornadoes near Waskom Thursday
Weather Service confirms two tornadoes near Waskom Thursday
Updated: Saturday, May 18 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:45:47 GMT
The National Weather Service has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down Thursday afternoon near Waskom in Harrison County.According to the preliminary damage survey, the supercell thunderstorm thatMore >>
The National Weather Service has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down Thursday afternoon near Waskom in Harrison County.More >>
ETX agencies complete emergency drills
ETX agencies complete emergency drills
Updated: Saturday, May 18 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:51:38 GMT
Dramatization
To better prepare themselves if a tornado or disaster strikes East Texas, several agencies practiced full scale drills in Smith County.More >>
To better prepare themselves if a tornado or disaster strikes East Texas, several agencies practiced full scale drills in Smith County.More >>

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One person dead following motorcycle and 18-wheeler accident
One person dead following motorcycle and 18-wheeler accident
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:11:23 GMT

DPS officials confirm that one person is dead following an accident involving a motorcycle and an 18-wheeler .Authorities say the accident happened near the intersection of County Road 2142 and County RoadMore >>
DPS officials confirm that one person is dead following an accident involving a motorcycle and an 18-wheeler.More >>
Run for the wall riders stop in Longview
Run for the wall riders stop in Longview
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 6:38 AM EDT2013-05-20 10:38:00 GMT
Iron horses rumbled through East Texas in their annual trek to Washington D.C. In the May tradition of the 'Run for the Wall,' Vietnam veterans start from California, ending their month long ride at theMore >>
Iron horses rumbled through East Texas in their annual trek to Washington D.C.More >>
BREAKING NEWS
Late night fire in Troup labeled 'suspicious' by authorities
Late night fire in Troup labeled 'suspicious' by authorities
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 3:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 07:24:46 GMT

Fire departments from Arp, Troup and Whitehouse responded to a house fire that broke at approximately 8:30 P.M. Sunday at 210 W Melton St in Troup.More >>
Fire departments from Arp, Troup and Whitehouse responded to a house fire that broke at approximately 8:30 P.M. Sunday at 210 W Melton St in Troup.More >>
Longview JP recovering after shooting
Longview JP recovering after shooting
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-05-20 04:08:06 GMT
An East Texas justice of the peace is making a steady recovery from a gunshot wound. Back in March, Gregg county justice of the peace Sam Lawson was shot during an alleged domestic dispute with his wife.More >>
An East Texas justice of the peace is making a steady recovery from a gunshot wound.More >>
ETX man arrested in Louisiana prostitution sting
ETX man arrested in Louisiana prostitution sting
An East Texas man was among 6 who were arrested Thursday night as part of a prostitution sting at a Louisiana hotel.
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Birthday Club
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Let East Texas celebrate your special day!More >>
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Cooking Up A Storm
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Get great recipes from East Texas News Meteorologist Grant Dade.More >>
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Recipe Showdown
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SLIDESHOW: GMET behind the scenes
SLIDESHOW: GMET behind the scenes
Take a look at the behind the scenes photos on Good Morning East Texas.More >>
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Texas Country Reporter
Texas Country Reporter
Take a road trip throught the back roads of East Texas with Bob Phillips.More >>
Take a road trip through the back roads of Texas with Bob Phillips.More >>
Medical Breakthroughs
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