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Crews working around-the-clock to repair Lake Livingston Dam
POLK COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – Crews are currently working around-the-clock to repair the Lake Livingston Dam after it was damaged during recent storms and declared a “potential failure watch.” According to a release from the Trinity River Authority, the dam, that was completed in 1969 and filled in 1971, was damaged by recent rainfall and […]
Tuesday Night Forecast: Front could bring some relief late week
TONIGHT: Mostly clear and humid. Low: 79. Winds: S 5-10 MPH. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny and hot. High: 100. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. THURSDAY (JULY 4TH): Mostly sunny, hot, & humid. Low: 79. High: 99. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. FRIDAY: Partly cloudy skies with a front moving in. The front will provide enough lift for some […]
City of Tyler urges residents to not use illegal fireworks due to leftover storm debris
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — As people in Tyler continue to take leftover storm debris to the Greenwood Farms Landfill, there’s still plenty laying around that could potentially serve as fuel for fires now that temperatures are high and fireworks are imminent. “Some of this debris that we’ve had from the storms, it can catch fire […]
Tyler community event Love Thy City to take place in mid-July
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – A community betterment event, Love Thy City, was announced on Tuesday, and will take place on July 20. The event looks to give back to the community, with more than 3,000 backpacks of school supplies being given away, window A/C unit giveaways, chances for a free bike and every attendee receiving […]
One arrested after robbery at East Texas bank
TIMPSON, Texas (KETK) – One person was arrested after a robbery at Austin Bank in Timpson on Tuesday morning. According to DPS, troopers arrived at the scene within two minutes and encountered the suspect. Authorities said the subject was threatening citizens inside and outside of the bank with a pellet revolver. The person was taken […]
East Texas Women: Brittany Baton is saddling up with success
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – KETK News is highlighting the ladies making big moves from Piney Woods. This week, we take you to Gregg County and introduce you to an entrepreneur who has made a career out of doing what she knows best. Meet Brittany Baton of Kilgore, the owner of 4 B’s Tack as well […]
Henderson, Smith among East Texas counties approved for federal disaster relief funding
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced on Tuesday that FEMA has approved 15 additional Texas counties for federal disaster assistance following severe weather and flooding that began on April 26. TDEM said the list of counties approved for federal help has risen to 63. FEMA approved its Public […]
Police seek information after man found dead on side of Lufkin road
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) — The Lufkin Police Department said a man was found dead in the 100 block of Collins Street on Tuesday morning. According to a release, a passerby found the man at around 5:15 a.m. in a grassy area beside the road. When officers arrived they reportedly found the man deceased and officials […]
UT Tyler’s concrete canoe places top 10 in national competition
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The University of Texas at Tyler placed in the top 10 for the second year in a row in a concrete canoe competition. According to a release, the 2024 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Concrete Canoe Competition included 25 teams of several regions. UT Tyler’s team and their canoe, The […]
160 grams of meth recovered after chase through East Texas hay field
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — Two were arrested on Monday following a car chase and seizure of 160 grams of methamphetamine, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said. Authorities said they received a FLOCK camera read of a stolen vehicle coming into Franklin County from Winnsboro. The FLOCK system is a camera than can detect a […]
UT Tyler medical school welcomes second class
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine held a White Coat Ceremony for their second class. “This White Coat Ceremony is a rite of passage that marks a profound milestone for our students,” Dr. Julie Philley, UT Tyler president, said. “It signifies the beginning of their journey into the […]
Longview to launch Adopt-A-Park program
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The City of Longview announced its Adopt-A-Park program, bringing community involvement into maintaining their city parks. According to a release, the program will invite residents, businesses, community organizations, church groups and more to “take an active role in maintaining and beautifying [Longview] parks.” The city said that those that take part […]
Optimum to no longer carry Texas Rangers games
TEXAS (KETK) – Optimum customers will no longer be able to watch Texas Rangers games on their network as Bally Sports has been removed from their lineup. According to Optimum, they could not reach an agreement with Diamond Sports Group, the operator of Bally Sports Network, which led to their content no longer being available. […]
Tuesday Midday Forecast: Highs near 100 through the Fourth of July
THIS AFTERNOON: Mostly sunny with highs in the upper-90s. Max heat index between 105 and 113. Stray shower or storm possible, but rain chances less than 20%. Wind: S 10 mph. TONIGHT: Mostly clear with lows in the upper-70s. Wind: S 5-10 mph. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny with highs in the upper-90s to low-100s. Max heat […]
Affordable housing complex coming to Athens
ATHENS, Texas (KETK) — An old Athens motel will be converted into a new affordable housing complex thanks to a construction company in Dallas that partnered with the City of Athens. Wallace Ventures’ project began months ago at the old Quality Inn motel off Highway 31 that was vacant for more than 10 years. It […]
Affordable housing complex coming to Athens
ATHENS, Texas (KETK) — An old Athens motel will be converted into a new affordable housing complex thanks to a construction company in Dallas that partnered with the City of Athens. Wallace Ventures’ project began months ago at the old Quality Inn motel off Highway 31 that was vacant for more than 10 years. It […]
Community raising money for Lake Palestine tornado victims
HENDERSON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – After damaging storms, the community of Henderson County is rallying together to raise money for storm victims this 4th of July weekend. The storm in may, left behind scattered debris, damaged buildings and destroyed boats and RVs in Lake Palestine. The cleanup process has been ongoing. “We’ve had more help,” said worker […]
East Texas lawmakers react to Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump case
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Republicans and Democrats of East Texas are now speaking out after Monday’s Supreme Court decision involving former President Donald Trump’s immunity case. In a 6-3 ruling, SCOTUS said that former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts while in office. “Under our constitutional structure of separated powers, the […]
East Texas lawmakers react to Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump case
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Republicans and Democrats of East Texas are now speaking out after Monday’s Supreme Court decision involving former President Donald Trump’s immunity case. In a 6-3 ruling, SCOTUS said that former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts while in office. “Under our constitutional structure of separated powers, the […]
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