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Texas Heat Scares California Man in Viral Video
One California man is finding out the hard way that the Texas heat isn't for the weak. Californians are on the move, and they are coming to Texas! And who can blame them? Texas has an abundance of Whataburger, H-E-B, it's the home of Dr. Pepper and Big Red, and, according to this study, homes in Texas are 59% less expensive compared to California. So, that may be the big driving force as to why Californians are desperately trying to call Texas home.
TPWD to Release 1 Billionth Fish into Texas Waters July 31
July 24, 2024 LAKE JACKSON— Help the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) celebrate a Texas-sized milestone July 31 as biologists release the billionth hatchery-produced fingerling (one-to-two-inch fish). TPWD has been stocking saltwater fish into Texas bays for more than 40 years to revitalize historic fisheries and speed up...
As long as you're 18 by Nov. 5, you can vote in the presidential election
AUSTIN, Texas — With President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the presidential race, former President Donald Trump choosing his running mate and Vice President Kamala Harris expected to become the Democratic nominee, a lot of Americans have voting on their minds. Chatter on social media and from...
Some ETX mechanics concerned as state car inspections set to end next year
EAST TEXAS (KTRE) - The horn, tire tread, and blinkers, are just a few things that have been required by the State of Texas to be inspected for years. They will now be the sole responsibility of the driver, thanks to house bill 3297, which was signed into law last year.
Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
Wednesday Night Forecast: Rain chances continue through the weekend
TONIGHT: A few scattered showers early, becoming more isolated near midnight. Chance of rain: 40%. Low: 73. Winds: E 5 MPH. THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with some scattered showers and thunderstorms around. Chance of rain: 40%. High: 83. Winds: SE 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Chance of […]
Boys & Girls Club Kilgore Unit shuts down after 15 years
KILGORE, Texas — The Boys & Girls Club Kilgore Unit closed its doors this week. A post on the organization's Facebook announced the Boys & Girls Club Kilogre Unit will be shutting down following 15 years of operation in Rusk County. A spokesperson for the organization said the decision was made after thorough evaluation.
Drive-by shooting leaves man wounded in west Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. - A shooting late Wednesday in west Shreveport could have been a lot worse than it was. Police say more than 50 rounds were fired from a suspect's vehicle in the 6100 block of Tierra Drive. According to SPD, two people were walking when the driver of an...
5 East Texans land on preseason Southland All-Conference team
FRISCO, Texas (KLTV) - Players from Longview, Chapel Hill, Mabank, Tyler Legacy and Lindale land on the All-Conference team for the Southland conference. Former Longview Lobo Dekalon Taylor found himself named on both first and second teams. Taylor was named to the first team as a kick returner. Last season, Taylor finished with 19 kick returns for a total of 375 yards. Taylor is first in the conference for kick returns and second for kick return yards per game. Taylor was also named to the second team as a punt returner. In 2023, Taylor ran for 207 yards on punt returns.
Building that houses One Love Longview up for sale, nonprofit's future uncertain
LONGVIEW, Texas — The building that houses nonprofit One Love Longview is up for sale. Amanda Veasy, director of the nonprofit, said they were told about the sale ahead of time. "We went ahead and agreed to lease it to us for an additional year and here we are...
‘Like a gunshot’: Longview mother seeks help after rock thrown at car window
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – A family in Longview experienced a terrifying moment when a rock hit their back window, now they are seeking the public’s help. While their children are recovering from injuries, they are looking for answers. The incident happened on Pine Tree Road when the Smith family was leaving a relative’s house when […]
Lawsuit alleges Winnsboro ISD ignored bullying for years, retaliated against family
WINNSBORO, Texas (KETK) – A family filed a lawsuit against Winnsboro ISD accusing the district of engaging “in a yearslong retaliatory campaign” against them after they tried numerous times to report bullying against their son. The lawsuit, filed in federal court against WISD and its board members, asserts that the district ignored complaints of sexual […]
Marshall city official explains impact of ‘Cabinetworks’ closing
A company that claims it’s the largest privately owned cabinet making company in the country is shutting down two facilities in East Texas, leaving 350 employees wondering what’s next. But the Marshall Economic Development Corporation is stepping up to help workers who will be out of a job September 13.
The Wilcox building in downtown Tyler transformed into apartments
The historic Wilcox building sat abandoned and deteriorating for decades, creating an eyesore for passersby downtown. Today, it has been redeveloped into 31 luxury apartments. "This is an entryway to downtown and what do people see? They see this building," City of Tyler Mayor Don Warren said. "This is a big start for the rest of the revitalization of downtown."
One man dies in fatal South Arkansas shooting; suspect claims self-defense
CAMDEN, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — On July 24, 2024, at approximately 12:51 PM, officers of the Camden Police Department arrived at Spring Street after receiving a report of a possible shooting and an injured victim. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 25-year-old male walking toward the roadway with his hands in the air. The unidentified male allegedly […]
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