Friday, May 24 2013 10:14 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:14:17 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. More >>
East Texans react to the boy scouts of America voting to end their ban on openly gay members.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:19:16 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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Shoppers in the U.S. will soon have more information about where their meat comes from after new federal labeling rules went into effect Thursday.More >>
Shoppers in the U.S. will soon have more information about where their meat comes from after new federal labeling rules went into effect Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:51:35 GMT
DALLAS (AP) - Prosecutors say Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent has violated conditions of his bond and want it revoked pending trial on an intoxicated manslaughter charge. Brent is free on aMore >>
Prosecutors say Josh Brent has violated conditions of his bond...More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:48:52 GMT
MOORE, OK (KLTV) - Reporter Cody Lillich is in Moore, and he found out today that the focus has turned to cleaning up that devastated city."Anything you can imagine is just thrown about yards: wood, boots,More >>
Reporter Cody Lillich is in Moore, and he found out today that the focus has turned to cleaning up that devastated city.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:39 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:39:15 GMT
From the Palestine Police Department: PALESTINE, TX - On Tuesday at approximately 11:20 p.m., Palestine police responded to an armed robbery call at Brianna's Store located in the 400 block of PalestineMore >>
Information from the victim indicated that three men armed with handguns entered the store and demanded money. The suspects had their heads covered at the time of the incident.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:30:08 GMT
23-year-old Amanda Poole once owned Grace Boutique in Nacogdoches. Now she and her husband of six months, Chris, have 12 children after opening an orphanage in Africa. "If you want to change a countryMore >>
The couple partnered with Relationships for Christ Ministries, to start Project Samuel in Zambia. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:11:57 GMT
Greetings, and happy Thursday to you all!Here are a few stories of interest you might enjoy this afternoon:1 An East Texas horse rescue organization is heading to Oklahoma to do what they can for sickMore >>
Greetings, and happy Thursday to you all!Here are a few stories of interest you might enjoy this afternoon:1 An East Texas horse rescue organization is heading to Oklahoma to do what they can for sickMore >>
A local t-shirt shop has created a t-shirt design that will benefit the residents of Moore, Oklahoma, who are beginning the recovery process after the devastating tornado.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:59 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:59:50 GMT
Rebecca Benson will finally get to walk the stage Thursday night, graduating with her GED. The 34-year-old single mom was able to do that through the Literacy Council of Tyler, which helped her study for that test for free.
Rebecca Benson will finally get to walk the stage Thursday night, graduating with her GED. The 34-year-old single mom was able to do that through the Literacy Council of Tyler, which helped her study for that test for free.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:53:45 GMT
And then there was one. In a heart-breaking ending to her "American Idol" journey, Woodville native Kree Harrison lost to Candice Glover in the show's finale episode Thursday night. Glover, 23, of HelenaMore >>
In a heart-breaking ending to her "American Idol" journey, Woodville native Kree Harrison lost to Candice Glover in the show's finale episode Thursday night.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:45 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:45:27 GMT
The 7 Sports guys accepted a challenge from Texas East Gymnastics. It wasn't pretty. The challenge started with handstands. Ryan last for nearly one minute, but lost to Macy Parsley. Coleman lastedMore >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:53:13 GMT
The Bullard Solar Car Team hopes to represent East Texas at an international competition but needs help raising funds. Their solar car is the first high school solar car in East Texas and it's finallyMore >>
The Bullard Solar Car Team hopes to represent East Texas at an international competition but needs help raising funds.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:20 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:20:22 GMT
HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros have called a Friday news conference amid multiple reports that a son of Hall of Fame pitcher and Texas Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan has been chosen to be their next president. ReidMore >>
The son of Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan has been chosen to be the Astros next president....More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:33:59 GMT
According to police, online customers will receive an email thanking them for an order that they did not place. The email will show an order to be delivered to an address that doesn't belong to the customer.More >>
According to police, online customers will receive an email thanking them for an order that they did not place. The email will show an order to be delivered to an address that doesn't belong to the customer.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:32:27 GMT
There are around 80 Habitat for Humanity homes in the Granbury area and a large number were in the path of the tornado. East Texas habitat workers are keeping tabs and waiting to see how they can help.More >>
There are around 80 Habitat for Humanity homes in the Granbury area and a large number were in the path of the tornado.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:27:12 GMT
The formal group that opposed the Tyler Independent School District bond, which passed on Saturday, says academic performance at the district is still the top priority. More >>
The formal group that opposed the Tyler Independent School District bond, which passed on Saturday, says academic performance at the district is still the top priority. More >>
The city of Woodville is waiting in anticipation to see if the rest of America will choose as they have and select Kree Harrison as the next American Idol. We'll be LIVE from Woodville tonight at 5, 6More >>
The city of Woodville is waiting in anticipation to see if the rest of America will choose as they have and select Kree Harrison as the next American Idol. We'll be LIVE from Woodville tonight at 5, 6More >>
East Texas is known for its amazing music, and there is no shortage of opportunities to hear it this weekend! Lots of other events, too. Read on for the details, grab some friends and have a fun weekend!More >>
Not only are they delicious, they are so great for your health, too! Load up on these beauties this month while they're in season and reasonably-priced.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:07 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:07:52 GMT
It's a problem that affects hundreds of thousands of kids, and Thursday, one local nonprofit hopes to educate East Texans about how they can help.The problem is sex trafficking, and the East Texas-basedMore >>
The problem is sex trafficking, and the East Texas-based organization Refuge of Light says it's a bigger problem than you think.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:18 AM EDT2013-05-16 10:18:10 GMT
An East Texas is recovering from life-threatening injuries this morning after a one-vehicle wreck in Gregg County. Longview Police tell us the accident happened at 10:57 p.m. Wednesday night on Loop 281More >>
An East Texas is recovering from life-threatening injuries this morning after a one-vehicle wreck in Gregg County. Longview Police tell us the accident happened at 10:57 p.m. Wednesday night on Loop 281 and 4th Street in Longview.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:33:59 GMT
Armed staff is now a reality at one East Texas school district. Union Grove ISD in Upshur county decided to allow staff members to carry weapons on campus. School officials say this was in response toMore >>
Armed staff is now a reality at one East Texas school district.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:49:01 GMT
Multiple fire departments are fighting a fire at a building used by the Union Grove Independent School District. Fire officials confirm the building is located on the district's school campus on UnionMore >>
Multiple fire departments are fighting a fire at a building used by the Union Grove Independent School District.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:51 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:51:45 GMT
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure kicks off Saturday at Bergfeld Park in Tyler. The race is a chance to raise funds and awareness about breast cancer, and the importance of yearly screenings.LadanaMore >>
Ladana Crews is walking in the race for the first time Saturday, and doing her part to raise awareness about early screenings.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:21:10 GMT
Ryan and Coleman were challenged by a tiny group of challengers in preparation for the Diaper Games. The sports guys took part in four different events. The events included crawling relays, archery,More >>
The 7 Sports guys face their smallest challengers yet...More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:19:26 GMT
A former East Texas Medical Center doctor who was arrested in Jacksonville for making a terroristic threat was arraigned in Cherokee County Thursday.According to Jacksonville Police Department Sgt. JasonMore >>
A former East Texas Medical Center doctor who was arrested in Jacksonville for making a terroristic threat was arraigned in Cherokee County Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:16:18 GMT
A fire that broke out in an East Texan's truck while it was sitting in the driveway Wednesday may have been related to a recall issued nearly a decade ago. The 1999 Ford F150 spontaneously caught on fireMore >>
A fire that broke out in an East Texan's truck while it was sitting in the driveway Wednesday may have been related to a recall issued nearly a decade ago.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:03:12 GMT
An East Texas caregiver says those caring for someone with Alzheimer's or dementia will stand to benefit from an upcoming conference. More than five years ago Jane Austin recognized severe changes inMore >>
An East Texas caregiver says those caring for someone with Alzheimer's or dementia will stand to benefit from an upcoming conference. More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:29:26 GMT
IRVING, Texas (AP) - Gerald Sensabaugh is retiring with the Dallas Cowboys after spending the last half of an eight-year career with them. The safety signed a one-day contract with the Cowboys on Thursday.More >>
The safety signed a one-day contract with the Cowboys on Thursday...More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-09 14:06:48 GMT
Twenty-six postures, two breathing exercises, all done in a heated room with high humidity. It's time for our Thursday Spring into Shape segment. And the focus? Bikram Yoga.More >>
Twenty-six postures, two breathing exercises, all done in a heated room with high humidity. It's time for our Thursday Spring into Shape segment. And the focus? Bikram Yoga.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 10:07 AM EDT2013-05-06 14:07:16 GMT
Tyler police are asking for the public's help in locating a residential burglary suspect. An arrest warrant has been issued for Nathaniel Haggerty, 18, of Tyler. Investigators believe he may be responsibleMore >>
An arrest warrant has been issued for Nathaniel Haggerty, 18, of Tyler. Investigators believe he may be responsible for multiple residential burglaries within the city of Tyler.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-05-03 13:19:09 GMT
From the Kilgore Police Department: On Thursday, May 2, 2013, at approximately 4:35 PM Kilgore Police responded to the 500 Block of Gladewater Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle/welfare concern.More >>
On Thursday at approximately 4:35 p.m., Kilgore Police responded to the 500 Block of Gladewater Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle/welfare concern. More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 3:59 AM EDT2013-05-03 07:59:19 GMT
An interim sheriff for Panola County was appointed after Sheriff Ron Clinton was arrested in February and charged with theft by a public servant, abuse of official capacity and tampering with a governmentalMore >>
According to Smith County District Attorney Matt Bingham, Judge Diane V. DeVasto appointed Chief Deputy Kevin Lake as the interim sheriff of Panola County during a civil hearing in a Panola County courtroom.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 3:57 AM EDT2013-05-03 07:57:04 GMT
A standoff in Kilgore ended safely on Thursday evening after two suspects threatened to blow up a pickup truck full of propane gas. Authorities broke the windows of the truck and removed the suspects.More >>
Kilgore police say the man who tried to kill his father is now in custody.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 3:56 AM EDT2013-05-03 07:56:19 GMT
Two new bills could make some Texas teachers have to work a little bit longer. State House bill 1884 and State Senate bill 1458 are looking to bring some changes to the Texas Teacher Retirement SystemMore >>
State House bill 1884 and State Senate bill 1458 are looking to bring some changes to the Texas Teacher Retirement System starting in September, including raising the minimum retirement age.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-05-03 03:22:42 GMT
A new season of the 7 Sports Smackdown began at Bishop Gorman. The 7 Sports guys were introduced to the game of lacrosse. The Gorman lacrosse team started earlier in the year. The Gorman team challengedMore >>
The season opens with a sport new to East Texas...More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:31:05 GMT
From the Smith County Sheriff's Office: SMITH COUNTY, TX (KLTV) - The Smith County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in the recent theft of almost $10,000 worth of diesel fuel and other itemsMore >>
The Smith County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in the recent theft of almost $10,000 worth of diesel fuel and other items from three locations in South Tyler and Southern Smith County.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:27:09 GMT
Texas and sea turtle are things you would usually not associate together, but that ended Thursday. Joining the notable list of animals that Texas is known for is the Kemp's Ridley sea turtle. The TexasMore >>
The Texas state senate unanimously approved a bill to add the Kemp's Ridley sea turtle to the list of official state animals.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:26:35 GMT
If weather had a mind, you could say that it has lost it. Just when we get used to the eighties (I love the eighties), it's the forties all over again. Why do we keep getting blasts from the past? FickleMore >>
If weather had a mind, you could say that it has lost it. Just when we get used to the eighties (I love the eighties), it's the forties all over again.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:08:10 GMT
Kids spend more than 30 hours a week in front of some type of electronic screen. During "screen-free week," East Texas doctors and parents are encouraging their children to take a break from things likeMore >>
Kids spend more than 30 hours a week in front of some type of electronic screen. During "screen-free week" East Texas doctors and parents are encouraging their children to take a break from things like video games and cell phones.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-05-02 23:04:04 GMT
For the past 61 years, people of all faiths have joined in prayer on the first Thursday in May.Thursday, Tyler leaders and community members gathered for the annual prayer breakfast. With his head bowedMore >>
For the past 61 years, people of all faiths have joined in prayer on the first Thursday in May.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-02 22:47:44 GMT
Several cattle thefts have been reported in Hopkins county around the Sulphur Springs area. One rancher has already lost thousands of dollars worth of animals to the still unknown thieves. Numerous ranchersMore >>
A number of cattle thefts have been reported in Hopkins county around the Sulphur Springs area. One rancher has already lost thousands of dollars worth of animals to the still unknown thieves.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-05-02 20:56:22 GMT
Good afternoon, everyone! Here are a few stories to check out this afternoon:1. There was more humor than sadness at George Jones' funeral Thursday at the Grand Ole Opry House as thousands gathered inMore >>
Good afternoon, everyone! Here are a few stories to check out this afternoon:1. There was more humor than sadness at George Jones' funeral Thursday at the Grand Ole Opry House as thousands gathered inMore >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-05-02 20:07:54 GMT
The all time record low for Tyler and Longview for May, is 37° and it is 39° for Lufkin. Temperatures will be close to these levels both Friday and Saturday morning, better chances on Saturday morningMore >>
The all time record low for Tyler and Longview for May, is 37° and it is 39° for Lufkin. Temperatures will be close to these levels both Friday and Saturday morning, better chances on Saturday morning as we venture forward after this cold air settles in.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-05-02 19:19:26 GMT
On Thursday, a Chapel Hill man was indicted on six counts of burglary of a building. On March 6, Richard Moore, 20, was arrested after allegedly breaking into an Army-Navy store in Tyler.Tyler policeMore >>
On Thursday, a Chapel Hill man was indicted on six counts of burglary of a building. More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-05-02 18:18:38 GMT
Tips from citizens have helped police nab the third suspect they say robbed a Tyler gas station.25-year-old Ashad Rael Coats was arrested at an apartment complex in Tyler. He was indicted for engagingMore >>
Tips from citizens have helped police nab the third suspect they say robbed a Tyler gas station.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:44:40 GMT
In Smith County on Thursday, a jury convicted and sentenced Dakota Farmer, 20, of Sulphur Springs, to three years in prison. Farmer pled not guilty to charges of indecency with a child that stem from hisMore >>
In Smith County on Thursday, a jury convicted and sentenced Dakota Farmer, 20, of Sulphur Springs, to three years in prison. More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-05-25 04:11:25 GMT
Cherokee County authorities are investigating a fatal house fire Friday night. It happened just before 7:30 on County Road 3302 outside of Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Fire Department, Cherokee CountyMore >>
Happened just outside of Jacksonville on Friday night.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:21:23 GMT
From the Tyler Police Department:At approximately 5:20Pm on May 24, 2013, Tyler Police were notified of the motorcycle accident at Grande and Sutherland. The driver of a black Ford F-150 was heading east onMore >>
Rider was not wearing a helmet when she collided with a truck.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 9:59 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:59:21 GMT
A Tyler ISD bus driver was arrested Friday afternoon on drug charges.Ronald Gain, 44, of Tyler, was arrested by the Tyler Police Department on one charge of possession of a controlled substance. TylerMore >>
Has worked for the district since August of 2012.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:35 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:35:23 GMT
We have a follow-up on a World War II veteran's headstone found on a bank of the Sabine River. Today, the Kilgore Cemetery administrator found out that Virgil Green was buried in the historical portionMore >>
Today, the Kilgore Cemetery administrator found out that Virgil Green was buried in the historical portion of Danville Cemetery.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 12:20 AM EDT2013-05-25 04:20:39 GMT
Fire crews have closed a street in north Tyler as they fight an apartment fire. Several crews are on the scene at an apartment complex in the 700 block of South Kennedy Avenue. The fire started aroundMore >>
Fire crews closed a street in north Tyler as they battled an apartment fire.More >>
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