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How to keep the energy bill low this summer in East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – With high temperatures this summer, some people might be running their air conditioning all day long, and energy bills can get expensive. “In these hot summers in Texas we’re using our AC more and more,” Mechele Mills, Better Business Bureau Central East Texas President & CEO, said. Kelly Heat And Air […]
Wednesday Night Forecast: Heat & humidity rebuild following afternoon storms
TONIGHT: Partly cloudy skies with an isolated storm or two possible. Chance of rain: 20%. Low: 77. Winds: S 5 MPH. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy with an isolated storm two possible in the afternoon. Chance of rain: 20%. High: 96. Winds: SE 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly sunny & hot. Low: 78. High: 97. Winds: S 10-15 […]
Delays expected on Cumberland Road due to repairs
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Drivers can expect traffic on a portion of Cumberland Road Thursday and Friday for road work. Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., flaggers will be out in the area directing one lane of traffic between Old Jacksonville Highway and Blue Mountain Boulevard. Crews will be adding a seal coat then striping […]
Gilmer man charged with capital murder after Taco Bell shooting
UPDATE: A Gilmer man was charged with capital murder in connection to Wednesday’s Longview shooting that led to the death of a Taco Bell employee. The Longview Police Department said they arrested Brent Leslie DeLuca, 31 of Gilmer, on Thursday, and also charged him with unlawful possession of metal or body armor by a felon. The police […]
‘Miracle no one was injured’: Man arrested for shooting at Palestine park
PALESTINE, Texas (KETK) – A man was arrested in Palestine after witnesses said he was shooting a handgun in the area of Larry Street Park. Officers responded to a shots fired call on June 22 at 4:21 p.m., and found 48-year-old Floyd Conley Jr. Officers described Conley as appearing “heavily intoxicated” and had ammunition on […]
PHOTOS: Storm causes roof to fly in downtown Jefferson
MARION COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – A passing storm did damage in the downtown area of Jefferson on Wednesday after a metal roof flew off a business. The police department said multiple groups are working to restore power and open roads that are currently closed. While the storm pickup continues, Austin and Walnut roads will remain […]
City of Tyler approves $3M projects for sewage system improvements
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The Tyler City Council approved two project contracts that equal about $3,196,931 for improvements to the city’s wastewater system on Wednesday. According to a release, the projects will reduce maintenance and operation costs for Tyler Water Utilities (TWU) Bellwood Lift Station and the Shackleford Creek Lift Station. TWU is reportedly eliminating […]
Court refuses appeal of Angelina County judge
ANGELINA COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – An appeals court has refused to take up the criminal case of former Angelina County Judge Meydon Lymbery. Lymbery was indicted for violating the Open Meetings Act, which sets the regulations that government entities must follow for holding meetings and when they are allowed to take action. He was found […]
More than 26,000 without power in East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — After a severe thunderstorm watch was issued for portions of East Texas until 7 p.m., 26,884 residents are currently without power as of 5:20 p.m. KETK has compiled a list of counties with power outages from ONCOR, SWEPCO and several electric coops. Anderson County – 59 Bowie County – 2,380 Camp […]
TRAFFIC ALERT: Power lines down in Longview, traffic diverted
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Longview Police Department posted a traffic alert on their Facebook announcing that traffic is being diverted in the 900 block of Judson Road. According to the release, at approximately 1:40 p.m. the police department announced that an accident involving a utility pole has caused traffic to be diverted on Judson […]
UPDATE: 1 of 2 men wanted in Trinity County manhunt arrested
UPDATE: The Trinity County Sheriff’s Office announced that they have arrested one of the two men. TRINITY COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – A manhunt was initiated for two men in Trinity County on Wednesday after officials said they received a report about a theft. According to Sheriff Woody Wallace, two men were seen on a man’s […]
Carthage officials approve $3.7 million for new police headquarters
CARTHAGE, Texas (KETK) – Officials in Carthage approved a maximum price of $3.7 million to construct a standalone police headquarters. Carthage police and fire currently share an address at 321 W. Panola St. The fire department will stay in their current building, but police will move to the new headquarters when it is finished. According […]
Nacogdoches public library awarded more than $20,000 in grants
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – The City of Nacogdoches announced on Monday that their public library was the recipient of two grants totaling $21,841. According to a release, the Nacogdoches Public Library received a grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and from the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) program. The library said they received […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch For Portions of East Texas Until 7 PM
TODAY: Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain and storms. A few strong to severe storms are possible, with 60 mph wind gusts as the main threat. Highs in the mid-90s, with max heat index values between 103 and 108. Wind: SW 10 mph. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain and […]
SPCA East Texas warns customers their Facebook was hacked
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Managers of the SPCA of East Texas Facebook account noticed several posts on their page on Saturday, that they did not publish. The posts, that are still up, include pictures of dogs ready for adoption, but with a catch. The post alleged applicants had to pay a deposit, something the shelter […]
How to prevent and treat swimmer’s ear this summer
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — As the summer heat rolls in, many will be jumping into pools to try and cool off. East Texas doctors warn parents to stay vigilant for symptoms of swimmer’s ear over the next few months. Swimmer’s ear is a painful infection or inflammation of the outer ear canal and is most […]
East Texas principals selected to attend Harvard training
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Of 30 principals in the state selected by the Charles Butt Foundation to attend a weeklong Harvard summer institute, five of them lead schools right here in East Texas. According to a release, the foundation has supported more than 1,600 educators to attend Harvard training with the Raising School Leaders program. […]
‘Make sure no kids go hungry during the summer’: East Texas Food Bank hosts summer fun day
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The East Texas Food Bank held its “Summer Fun Day ” Tuesday at the Glass Recreation Center to celebrate its Summer Food Program where children and families were provided a free meal. Along with the meal, event goers were able to join in fun activities like face painting, games and snow […]
CHRISTUS, UT Tyler announce partnership for new medical program
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System and the UT Tyler School of Medicine announced a partnership on Tuesday that will provide hands-on access for students while giving East Texans more access to healthcare. Starting next January, the newest class of 40 medical students at UT Tyler will do 12-month rotations with […]
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