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Fire destroys abandoned trailer in Flint, cause under investigation

No other structures were affected and no one was inside the trailer at the time of the fire.
No other structures were affected and no one was inside the trailer at the time of the fire.

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The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Overnight grass fire burns several acres near Lindale

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‘Great job LFD’: Community thanks first responders for hot air balloon rescue
‘Great job, LFD’: Community thanks first responders for hot air balloon rescue
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The next mayor of Tyler will have a hand in shaping the future of the rapidly growing city. On...
Candidates for mayor of Tyler discuss vision, plans for city

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“With our limited funding that we end up getting, we can only help out so many individuals”...

ETCOG asking Smith County for $20K to fund elderly care programs

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Michael Richardson
The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) is asking Smith County for $20,000 in its next budget to help those aged 60 and over.

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Precinct 2 Commissioner John Moore says the projects are from voter-approved bonds.

Smith County road projects come in around $200K under budget

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Michael Richardson
Precinct 2 Commissioner John Moore says the projects are from voter-approved bonds.

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Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital says system hacked, possibly revealing patient data

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By KTRE Digital Media Staff
An unauthorized party may have had access to patient information including the patient’s name, address, phone number, email address, social security number, date of birth, etc.

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Source: Henderson ISD Facebook page

Henderson ISD highschooler arrested after apparent weapon found in vehicle

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A high schooler at Henderson ISD was arrested after an apparent weapon was found in a vehicle parked on campus Monday.

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The officer writing the report noted that at one point, Staples walked to the back of the bus...

7 Investigates: Bullard ISD bus driver fired, faces no charges after physical confrontation with parent

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By JD Conte
Kenneth Staples says he pulled his bus over on March 18 to quiet down students who were being too loud. “You got precious cargo and you wanna get ‘em home safely,” said Staples.

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TJC planetarium simulates Artemis II mission ahead of Tuesday launch

TJC planetarium simulates Artemis II mission ahead of Tuesday launch

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By Jamey Boyum
NASA’s Artemis II launch clock began Monday afternoon for Tuesday’s manned lift-off, which will fly beyond the Moon and back to Earth.
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The next mayor of Tyler will have a hand in shaping the future of the rapidly growing city. On...
Tyler mayoral candidate forum gives citizens insight into visions for city

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Precinct 2 Commissioner John Moore says the projects are from voter-approved bonds.
Smith County road projects come in around $200K under budget

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Hunger Free Nac hosts community meetings to address food insecurity in county
Hunger Free Nac hosts community meetings to address food insecurity in county

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No other structures were affected and no one was inside the trailer at the time of the fire.
Fire destroys abandoned trailer in Flint, cause under investigation

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Judge Tim Womack proclaimed April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month Tuesday on the...

Gregg County recognizes April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Andrew Culver
Judge Tim Womack made a proclamation on the steps of the Gregg County Courthouse recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

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Plans for Hiway 80 women’s shelter await Longview city approval

Plans for Hiway 80 women’s shelter await Longview city approval

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Meredith Billings and Arthur Clayborn
What once was a dream is one step closer to reality as plans for a long-awaited new Hiway 80 facility are simply awaiting city approval.

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The Gregg County Commissioners Court is making a move to improve the water supply in Liberty...

Gregg County commissioners aim to improve Liberty City water supply

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Andrew Culver
The Gregg County Commissioners Court is making a move to improve the water supply in Liberty City.

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TJC science center director details upcoming Artemis II launch to the moon

TJC science center director details upcoming Artemis II launch to the moon

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Jamey Boyum
NASA is preparing to launch Artemis II, a manned flight on course to circle the moon and going further out than humans have ever gone.

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Lindale man serving life in prison for church burnings denied parole

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Nicholas Huber
A Texas parole board denied parole to a Lindale man serving a life sentence for burning down multiple East Texas churches.

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Man accused of robbing Angelina County store at gunpoint, getaway driver arrested

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Travis Noriega
The man accused robbing an Angelina County store at gunpoint and his getaway driver have been arrested, according to an affidavit.

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State awards $118k grant to improve safety for Longview Police officers

State awards $118k grant to improve safety for Longview Police officers

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Arthur Clayborn
The Longview Police Department has been awarded a $118,000 grant from the State of Texas to increase public safety for its officers.

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Henderson County Jail inmate dies from heart attack

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
An inmate at the Henderson County Jail died after suffering a heart attack Monday.

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Multiple homes and vehicles damaged in Rusk County shootings

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:56 AM CDT
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By Nicholas Huber
Rusk County deputies recovered dozens of shell casings after two homes and two vehicles were shot at in Rusk County, deputies said.

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Smith County woman gets 10 months after newborn found dead in bathtub

Smith County woman gets 10 months after newborn found dead in bathtub

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:15 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff and April Pierdant
Esmerelda Duran Rodriguez, 28, received 10 months in jail after pleading guilty to charges related to her newborn's body found in Smith County, Texas.

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Report: Henderson native detained after explosive round discovered in U.S. Marine’s luggage

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:05 AM CDT
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By Nicholas Huber
A U.S. Marine could face charges after California police said the 30-year-old Henderson native traveled with a live 25-mm explosive round Monday at Palm Springs International Airport.

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1 dead following crash on Hwy 149 in Gregg County

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:12 AM CDT
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By Travis Noriega
One person is dead after a crash on State Highway 149 in Gregg County Monday.

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New Smith County district clerk outlines goals for office following predecessor’s resignation

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:22 PM CDT
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By Michael Richardson
Gaye Boynton was sworn in Monday as Smith County district clerk following former District Clerk Penny Clarkson’s resignation.

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‘Ministering Our Military’ nonprofit to open Mount Pleasant resource center

‘Ministering Our Military’ nonprofit to open Mount Pleasant resource center

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:11 PM CDT
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By Andrew Culver
A nonprofit that began with four mother’s sending care packages to their son’s is now growing into a Mount Pleasant facility of their own.

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Smith County Environmental Crimes Deputy Michael Johnson, who oversees the program, said the...

Countywide cleanup offers free landfill trip for bulky items in Smith County

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:36 PM CDT
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By Emma Burns
Smith County Environmental Crimes Deputy Michael Johnson, who oversees the program, said the cleanup helps reduce illegal dumping across the county.

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Worker killed in Longview industrial incident

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 2:54 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
An employee at Trinity Industries of Longview has died following an industrial incident on Monday.

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Man gets 39 years for sexually assaulting child in Smith County after Florida extradition

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:57 PM CDT
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By April Pierdant and Meredith Billings
A man who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a child in Smith County has been sentenced to 39 years in jail.

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Kathryn Prior, 36, of Henderson

Former Henderson ISD teacher gets 180 days for relationship with student

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:49 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Former Henderson ISD teacher Kathryn Prior sentenced to 180 days in jail, probation for inappropriate relationship with student. She surrendered her license.

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Rolling Stones tribute band to kick off live music at Canton’s First Monday Trade Days

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:59 PM CDT
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By Kylie Neel and Meredith Billings
A line-up of tribute bands is ready to bring Canton’s First Monday Trade Days to life this weekend and longer.

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City of Tyler asks residents to cut down on their water

City of Tyler issues voluntary watering schedule

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:46 PM CDT
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By Meredith Billings
The City of Tyler is asking residents to limit outdoor watering and follow a voluntary schedule.

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Gilmer woman accused in 2023 shooting death appears in court

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:29 PM CDT
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By Arthur Clayborn
A woman accused in the 2023 shooting death of a man in Harrison County appeared in court Monday.

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Gas leak closes 2 Longview streets

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By Meredith Billings
Police have closed two Longview streets due to a gas leak.
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