KLTV Digital Media Staff
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KLTV 7 has been the East Texas News Leader for over 60 years. It is a destination not only for viewers and web-users, but for people who work in the broadcast industry. Each and every day, the KLTV 7 staff has the challenge of living up to (and exceeding) the expectations of East Texans. They do that by staying true to the work ethic set forth by the original station team, and maintaining the relationship KLTV 7 has always had with viewers. Caring. Committed. Proud.
Updated: 16 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A Tuesday night car crash killed one Wills Point High School student and injured another.
Updated: 17 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff, KTRE Digital Media Staff and Devyn Shea
Kleberg, who is heir to Texas’ iconic King Ranch, said he brings a wealth of experience regarding land management, natural disaster relief and natural resource management.
Updated: 18 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and KTRE Digital Media Staff
Looking for something you saw on-air? Check our Big Red Box.
Updated: 18 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A traffic stop in Rusk County resulted in the seizure of more than a dozen kilos of cocaine.
Updated: 19 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and KTRE Digital Media Staff
Buckingham said her experience makes her a “battle-tested conservative” that will serve Texas best in defending Texas oil and gas and “our border against what the left is going to do”.
Updated: 20 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The former attorney of convicted serial killer William Davis is set to plead guilty to charges accusing him of soliciting the services of a prostitute.
Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 10:47 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Head Coach: Andy Evans
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 10:21 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds and KLTV Digital Media Staff
According to the Van Zandt County Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire happened on Hickory Hills Drive around 2 a.m. Monday morning.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 6:43 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
After the shooter armed with two 9 mm handguns opened fire on the 40 people in attendance Dr. Cheng “tackled” him, according to the Associated Press.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 3:21 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A Longview man accused of murder apparently called the police himself after allegedly shooting a 23-year-old woman in January.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 1:48 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Henderson Lions players to watch and season schedule
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 1:31 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Head Coach: Ted Patton
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 1:21 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Center Roughriders players to watch and season schedule
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 11:11 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The bus crash occurred at 3:45 p.m. Monday.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 10:24 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
U.S. households are now able to order an additional eight free at-home tests at COVIDTests.gov.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 11:26 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and Willie Downs
“I just want for students to know how much the teachers and staff here love them, that they’re not just a test, they’re not just a report card, we love them beyond this building. We’re invested in how they’re doing and how they feel. We truly love our students.”
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 10:05 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
"It’s a time once a year we get to come together as law enforcement to be together to mourn those who have gone before us and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 6:47 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Curtis Traylor-Harris, 34, of Tyler, was arrested by the Smith County Probation Office on Friday.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 5:33 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
According to officials at Winnsboro ISD, a bus was involved in a wreck Monday afternoon.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 5:10 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The City of Arp is under a boil water notice after a main water line was hit by a contractor.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 3:29 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Kilgore police have released the name of the victim of Saturday night’s shooting incident and are asking for the public’s help identifying the person responsible.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 2:37 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The Sulphur Springs Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying and locating the person responsible for an early Sunday morning shooting incident.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 12:20 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff, KTRE Digital Media Staff and Jeremy Butler
The Bexar County native joined East Texas Now on Monday morning to talk about how her rise from humble beginnings has influenced her campaign and how it might influence her should she win the office.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 9:22 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Power companies are reporting outages Monday morning in East Texas counties.
Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 9:15 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and Erin Wides
After a big, exciting week in Las Vegas where the top five contestants were mentored by Carrie Underwood, arguably the most successful of all the American Idol winners so far, fans hoped Tyler’s Fritz Hager III would make it to the AI finale next week.
Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 5:46 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The City of Palestine has issued a boil water notice for the 400 block of Loop 256. According to the City of Palestine Facebook page, the boil water notice will remain in effect until Tuesday.
Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 5:31 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Cherokee County’s 911 system is currently down, according to a post on the sheriff’s office Facebook page.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 8:54 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The wreck happened about three miles south of Alba on FM 17
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 6:55 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
David Wallace, “the cook’n guy” joined us in the East Texas Kitchen to show us how to make Brussels sprouts that just about anyone will love!
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 5:47 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
If you’d like to share your thoughts and warm wishes with Mark—we’ve created a way to do so.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 5:47 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
According to ERCOT interim CEO Brad Jones, six power generation facilities tripped offline Friday afternoon resulting in the loss of approximately 2,900 MW of electricity.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 4:51 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for the 4000 Block of Loop 256.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 3:47 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
George P. Bush said he's prioritizing border security and election security as he campaigns against incumbent Ken Paxton for the Republican nomination for Texas attorney general. He also said that he doesn't consider his family's political legacy to be a liability and that in fact "this is the time where we need a Bush" in office.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 3:04 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Milton is accused of using an elderly couple’s debit card and checks from their account for his personal expenses, according to an arrest affidavit.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 2:21 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff, KTRE Digital Media Staff and Devyn Shea
Jrmar Jefferson, one of the two remaining Democratic candidates for U.S. House District 1, discussed his runoff campaign with East Texas Now host Devyn Shea.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 1:22 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Goldbergs star Hayley Orrantia, who is also a singer and a songwriter, spoke with East Texas Now host Devyn Shea about her role in the family comedy and her new single.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 11:58 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff, KTRE Digital Media Staff and Devyn Shea
Joe Jaworski is up against Rochelle Garza for their party’s nomination for Texas attorney general, but he said he’s focusing his campaign on kindness and positivity, noting that he and Ms. Garza remain on friendly terms despite their competition.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 12:03 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The Gladewater fire chief, Mike Simmons, has recommended a burn ban for the city.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 8:51 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and Lexi Vennetti
Drivers are urged to use caution in the area. More information will be released as it becomes available.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 3:58 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
In Sunday’s live episode of “American Idol”, Tyler local, Fritz Hager III, will compete for a spot in the final 3. If he is voted as one of the last three remaining contestants on American Idol, he will perform a free live concert at Bergfeld Park in Tyler on Tuesday, May 17. The performance will be filmed as part of the “Hometown Visits” episode on American Idol, set to air as part of the Grand Finale.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 3:27 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
“We believe selecting Frisco, Texas, will allow for greater business opportunities, more efficient access to each of our facilities, and easier recruitment of talent with important skill sets, such as consumer products, IT, and marketing experience.”
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 12:08 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Suspects on the run, armed with assault rifles
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 11:21 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A second cycling studio is set to come to Tyler, according to a recently obtained building permit.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 10:27 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Bullard Panthers players to watch and season schedule
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 10:03 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
According to Kilgore police, Tyrone Wheat is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. His bond has been set at $200,000.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 9:58 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Livingston Lions
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 9:46 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Alto Yellowjackets 2015 football information.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 9:39 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A two-vehicle collision in Smith County killed a motorcyclist Wednesday afternoon.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 9:34 AM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff
San Augustine Wolves 2016 football information.
Updated: May. 11, 2022 at 7:04 PM CDT
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and KTRE Digital Media Staff
Complete list of races for all East Texas counties.