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An inmate’s body temp was 107.5 when he died. The state of Texas says heat did not kill him.
Have something you want us to investigate? Reach us at tips@kut.org. It was just before 11:00 p.m. when John Castillo’s cellmate alerted the guards. Castillo was passed out. His breathing was shallow. Prison staff rushed him to the medical unit, where they tried CPR and dosed him with epinephrine.
Texans who purchased generators due to Hurricane Beryl may be eligible for FEMA assistance
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) — Texans who purchased or rented generators between July 5 and July 20, due to Hurricane Beryl wiping out power to many counties, may be eligible for assistance under FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program. East Texans living in Nacogdoches and Polk counties who purchased or rented generators to power medically required equipment will […]
Rep. Colin Allred and Democrats team up, announces "Texas Offense" initiative to beat Sen. Ted Cruz
Sunday marked 100 days until the November election. Texas Democrats seized the date to announce a new initiative to defeat US Senator Ted Cruz.The initiative, known as the "Texas Offense," is a push to support former NFL linebacker and attorney Democratic US Congressman Colin Allred, who is working to unseat Cruz."On Nov. 5, I'm going to defeat Ted Cruz," Allred promised the White Oak Music Hall crowd on Sunday.SEE HERE: This Week in Texas: 1 on 1 with Ted Cruz and Colin Allred and insights on Texas Congress race"In 100 days, we can say adios to Cruz and send...
Texas: The Issue Is - State Rep. Gina Hinojosa on big changes to 2024 presidential race
AUSTIN, Texas - The issue for Texas Democrats is what to do with their votes designated for President Joe Biden. With the president now bowing out before the Democratic National Convention next month, delegates from the Lone Star State decided to hop onto the Kamala Harris bandwagon. One of those delegates is State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin).
Miranda Lambert pays homage to home with upcoming album
LINDALE, Texas (KETK) – East Texas native Miranda Lambert announced her new Lone Star-state-inspired album will be released in the fall. The City of Lindale, which proudly calls themselves the hometown of Lambert, is also home to her boutique Pink Pistol. According to Lambert, on September 13, her new album “Postcards from Texas” will be […]
East Texas native Miranda Lambert to release Texas-inspired 10th studio album this fall
LINDALE, Texas — East Texas native Miranda Lambert recently announced the name and release date for her upcoming 10th studio album. Lambert, who hails from Lindale, announced on Instagram that her new album, "Postcards from Texas," will be out on Sept. 13, noting in the caption that "each song is a letter from me to you."
Hazmat crew cleaning chicken waste after 18-wheeler, dump truck wreck on I-20 near Smith County
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — A three-vehicle wreck involving two 18-wheelers and one dump truck is causing traffic delays near the Smith County and Van Zandt County line. According to DPS Sergeant Adam Albritton, at around 12:30 p.m., a dump truck had made a full stop on I-20 near mile marker 546 due to traffic […]
THE CHAMPS: Texas Rangers Bringing World Series Trophy Tour To East Texas
It Looks Like The Texas Rangers Won't Be Repeating As World Series Champs This Year But They Are Still Glowing From Winning It All Last Year. As of the writing of this article the Rangers are 3 games below .500 for the season with a few months left to turn it around and make another postseason run.
Longview restauranteur continues renovations for planned steakhouse
Roma’s Italian Kitchen at 102 Tyler Street in downtown Longview had an unstable wall on the west side of the building. The wall was not part of the restaurant. The wall has been replaced but the century old building had a few surprises which have delayed completion.
Nacogdoches asks residents to conserve water after ‘mechanical malfunctions’
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – The City of Nacogdoches is asking residents to conserve water for the next two days after “unforeseen mechanical malfunctions.” According to the city, the malfunction occurred at the Surface Water Treatment Plant and they anticipate water pressure fluctuations for Tuesday and Wednesday. “The Public Water System greatly appreciates the patience and […]
Longview organization to host summer book sale
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Friends of the Longview Public Library is hosting their summer book sale from Wednesday to Friday to support the Longview Public Library. According to a release, The Friends of the Longview Public Library is a nonprofit organization that hosts events and activities that support the Longview Public Library. The organization […]
Missing Kilgore man found deceased inside vehicle
KILGORE, Texas (KLTV) - A missing Kilgore man has been located, Gregg County Sheriff’s Office confirms. On Monday morning, the sheriff’s office shared that Bobby Jones, Jr., 49, was reported missing. He was last seen at his rural Kilgore home on Friday. Family members were concerned because Jones was an insulin-dependent diabetic and did not have his medication with him.
Haynes King named to Maxwell Award watch list
LONGVIEW, Texas — Former Longview Lobo standout and current Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King was named to his second preseason award "Watch List" on Monday. Already on the East-West Shrine Bowl Watch List, King was named to the Maxwell Award Watch List on Monday. The Maxwell Award has been presented to the College Football Player of the Year since 1937.
Juan Murillo powers TimberHogs to win
WHITE OAK — Juan Murillo highlighted a six-run seventh inning with a two-run double, and the Piney Woods TimberHogs rallied for an 11-10 Mid America League win over the league-leading Abilene Flying Bison on Sunday at Roughneck Field. The TimberHogs are now 27-26 overall and sit third in the...
Two-time defending Texas JUCO champ Kilgore looks to three-peat
When it comes to junior college football, there are a handful of states that just do it better than anybody else. There’s Mississippi – you know, the home of “Last Chance U,” from Netflix, with East Mississippi Community College, Hinds, Northwest, Gulf Coast and the like.
It’s National Chicken Wing Day, Here Are The Deals In Texarkana
It's National Chicken Wing Day. Whether you call them Chicken Wings, Hot Wings or Buffalo Wings everybody loves them. Spicy or sweet today is the day to celebrate Chicken Wings and there are some great deals around the Texarkana area to take advantage of today. Who invented Buffalo Wings? According...
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