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  • The Supreme Court is hearing a case about the regulation of broadcast television signals.
    The Supreme Court is hearing a case about the regulation of broadcast television signals.

  • Did you ever stop and think how much money it costs to keep nature, well, natural?  I'm talking about the state parks and the current revenue hole that the Texas Parks and Wildlife park system finds itself in.
    Did you ever stop and think how much money it costs to keep nature, well, natural?  I'm talking about the state parks and the current revenue hole that the Texas Parks and Wildlife park system finds itself in.

  • Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has dropped out of the race and now the national media has set their sights on Newt Gingrich.
    Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has dropped out of the race and now the national media has set their sights on Newt Gingrich.

  • There has been a lot of analysis lately on the play of NFL quarterback Tim Tebow.
    There has been a lot of analysis lately on the play of NFL quarterback Tim Tebow.

  • Black Friday retail sales are up, automotive sales are growing and….The Comptroller for the State of Texas, Susan Coombs has declared the recession is over.
    Black Friday retail sales are up, automotive sales are growing and….The Comptroller for the State of Texas, Susan Coombs has declared the recession is over.

  • A groundswell of spiritual emotion assembled two weekends ago on the grounds of the Henderson County Courthouse in Athens.
    A groundswell of spiritual emotion assembled two weekends ago on the grounds of the Henderson County Courthouse in Athens.

  • It seems that every day Americans are doing more to improve the economy and brighten the spirits of many that are financially strapped than those that have been elected to do such.
    It seems that every day Americans are doing more to improve the economy and brighten the spirits of many that are financially strapped than those that have been elected to do such.

  • Thursday, January 19 2012 11:13 AM EST2012-01-19 16:13:30 GMT
    The beginning of the year often brings new resolutions, new beginnings, new commitments.
    The beginning of the year often brings new resolutions, new beginnings, new commitments.

  • The congressional super committee failed in its charge of agreeing on cutting 1 point 2 trillion dollars from the upcoming budget so now, automatic cuts to some huge expense areas become a reality.
    The congressional super committee failed in its charge of agreeing on cutting 1 point 2 trillion dollars from the upcoming budget so now, automatic cuts to some huge expense areas become a reality.

  • Perhaps you participated in the craziness of Black Friday last week or you may have clicked and purchased on Cyber Monday this week...
    Perhaps you participated in the craziness of Black Friday last week or you may have clicked and purchased on Cyber Monday this week and perhaps – but probably not – you saved some money beyond the norm during one of these shopping interactions.

  • The definition of public servant certainly includes helping those who otherwise would go without.  And helping those in need is certainly the mission of Breckenridge Village of Tyler.
    The definition of public servant certainly includes helping those who otherwise would go without.  And helping those in need is certainly the mission of Breckenridge Village of Tyler – KLTV's Community Spotlight for November.

  • We are in a serious delay in a decision on the TransCanada Keystone X-L oil pipeline that is planned to run from Alberta, Canada to the gulf coast refineries right through east Texas.
    We are in a serious delay in a decision on the TransCanada Keystone X-L oil pipeline that is planned to run from Alberta, Canada to the gulf coast refineries right through east Texas.

  • The Penn State sexual abuse scandal has become a textbook study on how not to handle an organizational crisis.
    The Penn State sexual abuse scandal has become a textbook study on how not to handle an organizational crisis.

  • Recently, we have seen the incredible power of the people at work, demanding change, uniting for a specific cause and standing on their beliefs until resolution was reached.
    Recently, we have seen the incredible power of the people at work, demanding change, uniting for a specific cause and standing on their beliefs until resolution was reached.

  • Water is the next oil – perhaps you have heard that saying and it appears that it could be very close to the truth.
    Water is the next oil – perhaps you have heard that saying and it appears that it could be very close to the truth.

  • Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee made the recommendation that starting at age 11, boys should be immunized with the human papillomavirus vaccine.
    Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee made the recommendation that starting at age 11, boys should be immunized with the human papillomavirus vaccine.

  • The congressional bi-partisan super committee that is charged with making recommendations on reducing the national debt is floating an idea whose time may have come.
    The congressional bi-partisan super committee that is charged with making recommendations on reducing the national debt is floating an idea whose time may have come.

  • Watching the Republican debate recently, the issue of the religious faith of the candidates continues to be a topic of conversation.  Is it the country or the national media that keeps bringing this up?
    Watching the Republican debate recently, the issue of the religious faith of the candidates continues to be a topic of conversation.  Is it the country or the national media that keeps bringing this up?

  • What a contrast you are experiencing if you are a fan of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Mavericks.
    What a contrast you are experiencing if you are a fan of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Mavericks.

  • Van ISD and several other school districts have filed a lawsuit against the State of Texas over the cuts in education funding.
    Van ISD and several other school districts have filed a lawsuit against the State of Texas over the cuts in education funding.

  • The "Occupy Wall Street" movement continues to increase in popularity and there is even rumor of some activities here in east Texas but the movement is seriously flawed.
    The "Occupy Wall Street" movement continues to increase in popularity and there is even rumor of some activities here in east Texas but the movement is seriously flawed.  First of all there are no true leaders, only a loose steering committee.

  • Bank of America recently announced plans to charge a fee for debit card transactions beginning in January.
    Bank of America recently announced plans to charge a fee for debit card transactions beginning in January.

  • Hank Williams Junior, country and western icon put his foot in his mouth when he described the golf game between President Obama and House Speaker Boehner as akin to a game between Hitler and Netanyahu.
    Hank Williams Junior, country and western icon put his foot in his mouth when he described the golf game between President Obama and House Speaker Boehner as akin to a game between Hitler and Netanyahu.

  • Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:21 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:21:54 GMT
    Here in the dog days of summer, we focus on making sure everyone has enough to drink to stay hydrated, but have you ever been hungry - truly hungry with no way to satisfy your appetite?
    Here in the dog days of summer, we focus on making sure everyone has enough to drink to stay hydrated, but have you ever been hungry - truly hungry with no way to satisfy your appetite?

  • Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:21 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:21:31 GMT
    The images of the earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan evoke a helpless feeling here in the United States and in particular East Texas.
    The images of the earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan evoke a helpless feeling here in the United States and in particular East Texas.

  • Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:20 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:20:42 GMT
    Perhaps you have seen our Gift of Love segment each week in our ten o'clock news. Jennifer Hines profiles a young person or persons that are on the search for a forever family.

  • Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:20 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:20:16 GMT
    As we kick off another year of recognizing community organizations and efforts to address the needs in east Texas, the needs of the unborn rose great for this month.

  • The Smith County Commissioners Court recently approved the placement of the motto "In God We Trust" in the county court chambers and it appears that other municipalities are following suit.
    The Smith County Commissioners Court recently approved the placement of the motto "In God We Trust" in the county court chambers and it appears that other municipalities are following suit.

  • Could it be that Rick Perry will be one of the quickest flame outs in presidential political history?
    Could it be that Rick Perry will be one of the quickest flame outs in presidential political history?

  • The percentage of Americans living below the poverty level is on the rise.
    The percentage of Americans living below the poverty level is on the rise.

  • Recently the Smith County Emergency Services District number 2 or ESD voted to reduce the property tax rate for those homeowners served by the district
    Recently the Smith County Emergency Services District number 2 or ESD voted to reduce the property tax rate for those homeowners served by the district

  • The tenth anniversary of the September eleventh attacks is here this Sunday.
    The tenth anniversary of the September eleventh attacks is here this Sunday.

  • With Governor Rick Perry leading Republican presidential hopefuls, we will no doubt see comparisons between Governor Perry and President Bush during his term as governor.
    With Governor Rick Perry leading Republican presidential hopefuls, we will no doubt see comparisons between Governor Perry and President Bush during his term as governor.

  • Well it looks like it is going to happen, rumors are flying that Texas A&M is leaving the Big 12 to go to the Southeastern Conference or should I say the school is finally leaving the rivalry with Texas.
    Well it looks like it is going to happen, rumors are flying that Texas A&M is leaving the Big 12 to go to the Southeastern Conference or should I say the school is finally leaving the rivalry with Texas.

  • The tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks is fast approaching.
    The tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks is fast approaching.

  • It took about 48 hours for the first set of pedestrian – car accidents to ring in the new school year
    It took about 48 hours for the first set of pedestrian – car accidents to ring in the new school year

  • The noose is tightening around East Texas because of the drought conditions.
    The noose is tightening around East Texas because of the drought conditions.

  • President Obama has quickly become candidate Obama and, during this extended recess for Congress and the White House, he has been traveling the country in a million dollar bus, we'll call Trailways One.
    President Obama has quickly become candidate Obama and, during this extended recess for Congress and the White House, he has been traveling the country in a million dollar bus, we'll call Trailways One.

  • Wednesday, August 10 2011 3:53 PM EDT2011-08-10 19:53:08 GMT
    By Pat StaceyPresident Obama and Congress are on a five week vacation now that they have solved the debt ceiling issue.  Or could I phrase that statement differently by saying that President Obama and

  • The Texas Wounded Warrior organization is there to give support for wounded U-S service members, their families, and the families of the fallen.
    The Texas Wounded Warrior organization is there to give support for wounded U-S service members, their families, and the families of the fallen.

  • The United State Postal Service made news recently by releasing their plans to review and evaluate the existing post office locations across the U-S and consider closing some of the locations.
    The United State Postal Service made news recently by releasing their plans to review and evaluate the existing post office locations across the U-S and consider closing some of the locations.

  • What do the Dallas Cowboys and the federal government have in common?  Well, actually very little but they both had an expense ceiling that one organization addressed while the other dodged.

  • Friday, July 22 2011 12:34 PM EDT2011-07-22 16:34:11 GMT
    By Pat StaceyIn the effort to address our national debt by either cutting expenses or raising revenue, Congress and the President are leaving no stone unturned.  In fact, legislation is under consideration

  • The stalemate between the President and Congress on the debt ceiling has gone far enough.
    The stalemate between the President and Congress on the debt ceiling has gone far enough.

  • We have a week long conversation of comments on KLTV.com  on the subject of a story we aired on the new restaurant going into the location formerly occupied by El Chico's.
    We have a week long conversation of comments on KLTV.com  on the subject of a story we aired on the new restaurant going into the location formerly occupied by El Chico's.

  • Friday, July 15 2011 1:16 PM EDT2011-07-15 17:16:19 GMT
    By Pat StaceyVan Zandt County Commissioner Ricky LaPrade was arrested recently for his second D-U-I in 3 months.  Commissioner LaPrade was also arrested 2 days earlier for misapplication of fudiciary property

  • Thursday, July 7 2011 6:14 PM EDT2011-07-07 22:14:21 GMT
    Disbelief, shock and anger were just a few of the emotions expressed by people across the nation at the not-guilty verdict in the Casey Anthony murder trial.
    Disbelief, shock and anger were just a few of the emotions expressed by people across the nation at the not-guilty verdict in the Casey Anthony murder trial.

  • Tuesday, July 5 2011 12:46 PM EDT2011-07-05 16:46:09 GMT
    By Pat StaceyThe United States Supreme Court handed down a ruling recently that struck down a proposed California law that would have prohibited the sale of violent video games to minors.  The Court said

  • By Pat Stacey:Governor Rick Perry recently used his veto to kill a bill approved by the republican majority state legislature that would make it illegal to text and drive.  It kind of seems like a waste

  • Monday, June 13 2011 5:24 PM EDT2011-06-13 21:24:43 GMT
    One of the first and certainly most significant effects of the 2010 census is that the state of Texas will add 4 seats in Congress.
    One of the first and certainly most significant effects of the 2010 census is that the state of Texas will add 4 seats in Congress.

  • Friday, June 10 2011 12:27 PM EDT2011-06-10 16:27:45 GMT
    The scandal that has embroiled New York congressman Anthony Weiner is just another step in descending spiral staircase of eroding trust in our elected officials
    The scandal that has embroiled New York congressman Anthony Weiner is just another step in descending spiral staircase of eroding trust in our elected officials

  • Monday, June 6 2011 12:17 PM EDT2011-06-06 16:17:48 GMT
    Recently, Oprah Winfrey ended the twenty-five year run of her talk show.
    Recently, Oprah Winfrey ended the twenty-five year run of her talk show.

  • Friday, May 27 2011 10:44 AM EDT2011-05-27 14:44:31 GMT
    By Pat Stacey Congress is up against another deadline for deciding on an operating budget for 2011. That deadline is April eighth. Six times already this year, Congress has passed short term spending

  • Friday, May 27 2011 10:43 AM EDT2011-05-27 14:43:51 GMT
    The NFL players and owners are headed for a showdown and the current labor dispute will most likely be settled in court.
    The NFL players and owners are headed for a showdown and the current labor dispute will most likely be settled in court.

  • Friday, May 27 2011 10:37 AM EDT2011-05-27 14:37:06 GMT
    The City of Longview and Gregg County are in a great position to team up to bring a new performing arts center to the city.
    The City of Longview and Gregg County are in a great position to team up to bring a new performing arts center to the city.

  • Monday, May 23 2011 6:26 PM EDT2011-05-23 22:26:57 GMT
    The Smith County jail bond has finally passed after multiple tries and forms.
    The Smith County jail bond has finally passed after multiple tries and forms.

  • Thursday, May 19 2011 7:16 PM EDT2011-05-19 23:16:06 GMT
    It seems that hardly a day goes by that our news team doesn't report on a serious automobile accident.
    It seems that hardly a day goes by that our news team doesn't report on a serious automobile accident.

  • Friday, May 13 2011 10:10 AM EDT2011-05-13 14:10:44 GMT
    This month's Community Spot shines on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  There is some very encouraging news about the status of treatment for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers.
    This month's Community Spot shines on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  There is some very encouraging news about the status of treatment for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers.

  • Wednesday, May 11 2011 12:12 PM EDT2011-05-11 16:12:56 GMT
    Few people would say that America is not in an economic crisis.  In fact, most will say our country urgently needs our leaders to step up with a fire under their tail and get working on items of great importance, like addressing the debt ceiling, creating a workable budget, and providing ample security.

  • Monday, May 9 2011 6:45 PM EDT2011-05-09 22:45:42 GMT
    The death of Osama Bin Laden after a nearly ten year manhunt, sparked spontaneous celebrations across America and many other countries.
    The death of Osama Bin Laden after a nearly ten year manhunt, sparked spontaneous celebrations across America and many other countries.

  • Tuesday, May 3 2011 1:21 PM EDT2011-05-03 17:21:52 GMT
    Five Kilgore High School Seniors admitted to letting the air out of the tires of thirty-nine buses in the Kilgore school bus fleet. This prank cost the district more than three-thousand dollars and a day of classes.
    Five Kilgore High School Seniors admitted to letting the air out of the tires of thirty-nine buses in the Kilgore school bus fleet. This prank cost the district more than three-thousand dollars and a day of classes.

  • Tuesday, May 3 2011 1:21 PM EDT2011-05-03 17:21:23 GMT
    Unbelievably and almost unexplainably, gas prices continue to rise towards record levels.  And there is no real reason for it, only speculation on the part of futures traders.
    Unbelievably and almost unexplainably, gas prices continue to rise towards record levels.  And there is no real reason for it, only speculation on the part of futures traders.

  • Monday, May 2 2011 6:13 PM EDT2011-05-02 22:13:03 GMT
    The State of Texas is in an 18-billion dollar budget crunch and you would think that those controlling the state's purse strings would be in the mood to cut some erroneous spending.
    The State of Texas is in an 18-billion dollar budget crunch and you would think that those controlling the state's purse strings would be in the mood to cut some erroneous spending.

  • Monday, April 18 2011 7:53 PM EDT2011-04-18 23:53:04 GMT
    There have been a slew of guilty athletes on parade recently. These are big names and many of them are still in motion as it relates to their indiscretions.
    There have been a slew of guilty athletes on parade recently. These are big names and many of them are still in motion as it relates to their indiscretions.

  • Friday, April 15 2011 3:54 PM EDT2011-04-15 20:54:53 GMT
    It has been one-hundred-fifty years since the beginning of the Civil War – the war that tore our country apart.
    It has been one-hundred-fifty years since the beginning of the Civil War – the war that tore our country apart.

  • Friday, April 15 2011 11:08 AM EDT2011-04-15 15:08:08 GMT
    The incredible stories of the human tragedy continue to pour out of Japan.
    The incredible stories of the human tragedy continue to pour out of Japan.

  • Monday, April 11 2011 7:29 PM EDT2011-04-11 23:29:35 GMT
    I read an on-line story about a Houston criminal court judge that offered defendants an alternative to working a number of community services hours as part of their convictions.
    I read an on-line story about a Houston criminal court judge that offered defendants an alternative to working a number of community services hours as part of their convictions.

  • Friday, March 11 2011 9:19 AM EST2011-03-11 14:19:05 GMT
    Are Gun Free Zones about to be a thing of the past in Texas?

  • Tuesday, March 8 2011 11:32 AM EST2011-03-08 16:32:20 GMT
    Seeing the dozen or so interviews with Charlie Sheen you get a pretty good idea of what this guy is like.

  • Tuesday, March 8 2011 11:26 AM EST2011-03-08 16:26:46 GMT
    What if a minor change in a habit could retain an American job or better yet, create a new one.  America continues to lose ground as a manufacturing power and the one absolute way we can turn the tide is to buy products made in the USA.

  • Monday, February 28 2011 11:01 PM EST2011-03-01 04:01:15 GMT
    When you think about how state legislators will tackle the daunting task of balancing the state budget, you can kind of understand that it will mean that state provided services and items will probably have to age some as repairs and replacements are put off for better days.

  • Thursday, February 24 2011 2:30 PM EST2011-02-24 19:30:25 GMT
    Smith County residents will once again have the opportunity to vote yes or no on a jail bond this May.

  • Thursday, February 17 2011 5:55 PM EST2011-02-17 22:55:39 GMT
    Seeing Los Angeles TV Reporter Serene Branson struggle to get her words out during a live broadcast raised suspicion that she was having a stroke on live TV. This has happened several other times in recent years and it is disturbing to see.

  • Monday, February 14 2011 6:02 PM EST2011-02-14 23:02:58 GMT
    I received some emotional feedback on one of my last Better East Texas segments where I suggested that teacher furloughs and increased class sizes were a possible component in addressing the state's budget needs.

  • Thursday, February 10 2011 12:01 PM EST2011-02-10 17:01:33 GMT
    There wasn't a wardrobe failure at this year's Super Bowl in Dallas but there was an installation failure.

  • Wednesday, February 9 2011 11:08 AM EST2011-02-09 16:08:25 GMT
    Well, there you go…. a weak imitation of Ronald Reagan on what would be his one-hundredth birthday.

  • Thursday, February 3 2011 3:48 PM EST2011-02-03 20:48:34 GMT
    How would you handle the budget crisis facing the State of Texas?

  • Monday, January 31 2011 3:29 PM EST2011-01-31 20:29:34 GMT
    I saw a news story recently where a mother was suing McDonalds to get toys removed from happy meals because of the potentially harmful effects of the food on her daughter and how the toys lure her daughter into this unhealthy diet.

  • Thursday, January 27 2011 4:56 PM EST2011-01-27 21:56:56 GMT
    The President delivered the State of the Union address to congress and the nation on Tuesday.

  • Thursday, January 27 2011 11:14 AM EST2011-01-27 16:14:40 GMT
    We have all seen the stories of soldiers returning from duty, being greeted in airports by family members and loads of friends.

  • Monday, January 17 2011 4:14 PM EST2011-01-17 21:14:12 GMT
    Here is the next warning shot for all of us concerning the State of Texas' revenue deficit. State Comptroller Susan Coombs released the revenue estimates for the next two years and they are $15 billion dollars less than the state is operating on currently.

  • Thursday, January 13 2011 3:20 PM EST2011-01-13 20:20:13 GMT
    The shooting tragedy in Tucson has the attention of everyone from public servants, elected officials, mental health experts and others.