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TYLER, Texas – The Tyler Independent School District Board of Trustees officially approved significant revisions to the district's student dress code at its meeting on April 16, setting new guidelines that will take effect July 1 for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year. The changes primarily focus on gender-neutral language and updated regulations for hoodies. Under […]

**Incumbents Unseated in Tyler ISD Board Races Following May 4th Election** TYLER, Texas — Voters in the Tyler Independent School District ushered in significant changes to the school board during the May 4th general election, with two incumbent trustees defeated in contested races. One trustee was re-elected without opposition. In District 2, Rev. Orenthia Mason […]

**Tyler ISD Voters to Decide on $344.8 Million Bond Package in November Election** Tyler, TX – Voters in the Tyler Independent School District will cast their ballots on a $344.8 million bond package during the upcoming general election, with Election Day scheduled for November 7th. The proposed bond, unanimously called by the Board of Trustees […]

**Motorcyclist Injured in South Loop 323 Collision, Southbound Lanes Closed Tuesday** TYLER, Texas – A motorcyclist was transported to UT Health Tyler yesterday, November 14, following a collision with an SUV on South Loop 323 in Smith County. The crash, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. just north of Shiloh Road, resulted in the closure of […]

**Tyler State Park to Host "Put Paws in the Park" Benefiting SPCA of East Texas** Tyler State Park will host "Put Paws in the Park," a special event designed to support the SPCA of East Texas, on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., aims to raise crucial awareness […]

**Tyler Man Arrested After Leaving ID at Scene of Veterans Day Flag Vandalism Downtown** A Tyler man was arrested Tuesday, November 11th, after allegedly vandalizing several Veterans Day flags displayed in downtown Tyler, specifically near the Smith County Courthouse at Spring and Ferguson streets. Police say the suspect left his Texas driver's license at the […]

**Tyler Law Firm McKay Law Recognized Amidst Alarming Rise in East Texas 18-Wheeler Accidents** **TYLER, Texas** – McKay Law, a prominent legal firm based in Tyler, Texas, has recently been recognized as a top firm specializing in 18-wheeler truck accident cases. This recognition comes at a critical time as East Texas highways are experiencing a […]

**Pope Francis Removes Bishop Joseph Strickland from Leadership of Diocese of Tyler** **TYLER, Texas** – Pope Francis has officially relieved Bishop Joseph Strickland of his duties as the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, effective Saturday, November 11th. The decision, communicated to Bishop Strickland in a letter dated November 11th, follows an Apostolic Visitation of […]

**Tyler ISD Board Approves Major Bond Projects, Honors Principal of the Year** TYLER, Texas – The Tyler ISD Board of Trustees took significant steps forward with the district's 2022 Bond Program and recognized outstanding leadership during its meeting on Monday, May 20. Among the evening's highlights, Dr. Melissa Brown, principal of Jack Elementary, was celebrated […]

**Community Collaboration Delivers 'Life-Changing' Ramp to Tyler Resident** TYLER – A collaborative community effort on Monday, October 28, resulted in the construction of a vital 32-foot wheelchair ramp for Tyler resident Regina Anderson, providing her with newfound independence and safe access to her home. The 56-year-old, who uses a wheelchair due to a progressive nerve […]