East Texas
Longview man charged falsifying client tax returns, keeping extra refund money
A Longview man has been indicted on 19 federal counts for allegedly falsifying client tax returns and keeping extra refund money.
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LeTourneau professor giving 'History of Rock music' lecture
LeTourneau University Professor Jim Taylor will deliver a free public lecture on the history of rock music Thursday at 11 a.m. in Longview.
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Nonprofit to rally at Tyler pet store on Puppy Mill Awareness Day
Pets Fur People nonprofit organization is planning a peaceful rally at a Tyler Petland store on September 19 to raise awareness about puppy mills, following the Smith County Commissioners' Court declaration of the date as Puppy Mill Awareness Day.
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Tyler reduces NET Health funding to $50K, citing agency's reserves
The Tyler City Council voted to reduce funding for NET Health from $200,000 to $50,000, citing the agency's existing reserves.
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14 foster children, 5 adoptions: Hageman family named 2026 Home of Hope
The Hageman family from Tyler, Texas was awarded the 2026 Home of Hope Award for fostering 14 children and adopting five siblings.
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Tyler groups host fourth annual mental health workshop for Hispanic community
Sense of Self Counseling and Monarca hosted their fourth annual mental health workshop in Tyler focused on intergenerational healing and breaking cultural stigmas within the Hispanic community.
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How Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County helps kids heal after abuse
The Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County in Tyler provides a safe environment and support services to help children heal after experiencing abuse.
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Roundabouts and lane reductions: What to expect in downtown Tyler's latest upgrade
Downtown Tyler is undergoing infrastructure improvements along Broadway Avenue, including traffic signal removal and temporary all-way stop signs at the Broadway and Ferguson intersection.
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Player Spotlight: Tyler's McMiller shines in win over Legacy
Tyler High School running back CaDarius McMiller rushed for 326 yards and four touchdowns to lead Tyler to a 62-42 victory over cross-town rival Legacy.
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Endangered birds raised at Caldwell Zoo released to refuge
Caldwell Zoo in Tyler released 22 endangered Attwater's prairie chickens to a wildlife refuge after successfully hatching 72 birds at the facility.
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East Texas Food Bank honors local champions at annual Hunger Hero Awards
The East Texas Food Bank honored three local champions at its annual Hunger Hero Awards during Hunger Action Month to raise awareness about food insecurity affecting one in six adults and one in four children in the region.
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Tyler City Council adopts $287M budget, half-cent property tax increase
The City of Tyler adopted a $287 million budget and approved a half-cent property tax increase in a 4-2 City Council vote, with concerns raised about cuts to NETHealth.
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Tyler parents arrested after child left in hot car for over 2 hours
Two Tyler parents were arrested after leaving their 13-month-old child in a hot car for over 2 hours.
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SMU's Kevin Jennings earns Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Player of the Week
SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings earned the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Player of the Week after throwing for 430 yards and 3 touchdowns in a 27-24 victory over Florida State.
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Rep. Cole Hefner, Hector Garza discuss data centers, affordability in Texas House District 5 contest
Incumbent Republican Rep. Cole Hefner and Democrat Hector Garza discuss their platforms in the race for Texas House District 5, which covers Camp, Rains, Titus, Upshur, Wood, and parts of Smith County.
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State would take over district if two Nacogdoches ISD schools don't improve
Two Nacogdoches ISD elementary schools face state takeover after failing standards for four consecutive years.
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East Texas Tonight: Fundraiser organizer and military veteran remembers time in uniform
A military veteran and fundraiser organizer in Tyler shares memories and stories from his time serving in the armed forces.
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Southern Utilities requests water use reduction after storm knocks well out of service
Southern Utilities Company requests water usage reduction after a storm damages a well, implementing Stage One of their drought contingency plan.
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She is my hero': UT Health East Texas EMS honors 3-year-old girl's bravery during mother's seizure
UT Health East Texas EMS honors 3-year-old Naomi Vatavuk for her bravery in calling for help during her mother's medical emergency earlier this year.
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'Glad it was me and not one of my kids:' Tyler man bitten by copperhead snake sent to ICU
A Tyler business owner was hospitalized in the ICU after being bitten by a copperhead snake while walking barefoot near his home.
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Longview church hosts free sports, STEM, character-building program
A free 10-week after-school program combining sports, STEM, and character-building activities launched Tuesday for second through sixth grade students in East Texas at First Baptist Church in Longview.
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Smith County reports 142 reports of outdoor burning since ban
Smith County has received 142 reports of outdoor burning violations since implementing a burn ban on August 18, resulting in 23 citations issued.
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