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Diboll woman gets 10 years for 2019 crash that killed passenger
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - A Diboll woman arrested in 2019 for intoxication manslaughter received 10 years’ confinement Thursday. Kila Leann Janes, 28, was charged with intoxicated manslaughter with a vehicle and intoxicated assault with a vehicle after the May 7 death of her passenger, Clinton Earl Holman. On Thursday, Judge Robert K. Inselmann sentenced Janes to 10 years in jail.
Gladewater football coach Jack Murphy inducted into THSCA Hall of Honor
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KETK) – Jack Murphy, who coached the Gladewater Bears to 11 consecutive playoff appearances in the 1960’s and 1970’s, has been inducted into the Texas High School Coaches Association’s Hall of Honor. Murphy was born in Tyler back in 1938. He played for Chapel Hill High School, Tulsa University and then Tyler […]
Kilgore unit of Boys & Girls Club shuts down after 15 years
KILGORE, Texas (KLTV) - The Kilgore unit of the Boys & Girls Club of Rusk County has closed its doors. And although they can accommodate about half of the children who were attending the facility, they need another building in Kilgore. Rusk County Boys & Girls Club CEO Peggy McAlister...
Vote could lead to investigation into bankruptcy of Steward Health Care, subpoena of CEO
Washington, D.C. — The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) will hold a bipartisan vote Thursday to authorize an investigation into the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care and subpoena the company's CEO, according to a release from the office of Senator Bernie Sanders, who chairs the committee.
Connecting Round Rock: Advocates for Veterans – AUSA Texas Capital Area Chapter
Describe the part of your mission focusing on veterans and the work. The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Texas Capital Area Chapter is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Army and supporting a strong national defense. AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served in order to advance the security of the nation. The AUSA – Texas Capital Area Chapter is open to all Army ranks and all components — including Active, National Guard, Army Reserve — Government civilians, retirees, Wounded Warriors, Veterans, concerned citizens and family members. Indeed our AUSA chapter welcomes anyone who subscribes to the philosophy of a strong national defense with special concern for the US Army. Community businesses and defense industry companies are also welcome to join AUSA.
Parts of Houston area to get drenched again today: Who could see the most rain?
HOUSTON – It has been a pretty soggy week in southeast Texas and depending on where you are, you have either seen a lot of rain or not a whole lot at all. For Friday it looks like we are going to play this story out once again. The...
I’m raising my husband’s ex-wife’s baby – we took him in at 11 days old & I’ve never met his real mum
A woman is raising her husband's ex-wife's baby after she died five days after giving birth. Chrissie Werts, 49, and husband, Wesley, 46, got a phone call in August 2021 to say his ex-wife was in hospital with Covid and was pregnant. Wesley was warned his ex-wife was extremely unwell...
Hurricane Beryl death toll in Texas rises to 36, including more who lost power in extreme heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat.
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Hot and Dry End to July
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Thursday evening weather update for July 25, 2024. Tonight: Mostly clear. Low of 68°. Winds SE 5-10 MPH. Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. High of 94°. Winds SE 12-18 MPH. Tonight:. Aside from the continued haze around the...
Texas Powerball – Texas Lottery Confirms ‘Life-Changing’ Win
Our sources at the Texas Lottery have confirmed that Wednesday's Powerball drawing has produced what can be described as a "life-changing" win in last night's game. Texas Lottery players have really been exercising their luck here lately with big wins not only in the multi-state Powerball lottery game. But, Texas tickets have also earned major prizes in Mega Millions and the Texas Lottery's Lotto Texas with Extra!
Concerns Growing Over Cocaine Sharks Appearing In Texas Waters
New data has revealed sharks near the coast of Brazil has been found to have cocaine in their systems. Some in Texas are now concerned that cocaine sharks could appear in the state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. Cocaine Sharks Possible In The State Of Texas?
Patrick: Obama is seeking his fourth term in office
(The Center Square) – Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says former President Barack Obama is running for a fourth term in response to President Joe Biden announcing he isn’t running for reelection and is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. “Obama is seeking his 4th term as president,” Patrick said in a social media post. “The June debate was a hit job on Biden by his own party; humiliating him was step one to run him out. There was no need for Biden...
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