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**Fatal 18-Wheeler Crash Closes Toll 49 in Smith County** SMITH COUNTY – One person died Tuesday morning following a crash involving an 18-wheeler on Toll 49 in Smith County. The incident led to the complete closure of a significant section of the toll road for several hours. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) confirmed […]

**Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle on South Broadway in Tyler** TYLER, Texas – A pedestrian was killed Thursday night, March 12, 2020, after being struck by a vehicle on South Broadway in Tyler. The fatal incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. near the intersection with Donnybrook Avenue. Authorities report that the unidentified male pedestrian […]

Tyler drivers who have experienced costly flat tires along South Donnybrook Avenue near the Loop 323 intersection over the past two weeks due to road construction debris are now eligible for reimbursement. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) confirmed Friday, May 17, that the contractor responsible will cover tire damage. The section of South Donnybrook […]

JACKSONVILLE, Texas — A multi-vehicle crash involving two 18-wheelers and a passenger vehicle resulted in serious injuries and several hours of road closure on US-69 near Jacksonville on Monday, May 20. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. at the entrance to Love's Lookout, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). DPS's preliminary investigation […]

**Tyler Pair Arrested After Alleged Naked Encounter During DoorDash Delivery** TYLER, Texas – A DoorDash driver and a customer were arrested last Wednesday evening after a neighbor reported witnessing them allegedly naked outside a residence in Tyler. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on November 15th in a residential area near Paluxy Drive and Old […]

**South Tyler's Village at Cumberland Park Welcomes Torchy's Tacos, Postino WineCafe, and BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse** South Tyler is set for a significant culinary expansion as The Village at Cumberland Park, located at South Broadway Avenue and Grande Boulevard, prepares to welcome several highly anticipated new restaurants. Developer NewQuest Properties is bringing new dining and […]

Tyler, TX – Local families and visitors seeking Spring Break entertainment in 2026 will find a wealth of activities right here in the city, with a variety of events scheduled from March 9th through the 15th. Several prominent Tyler destinations are preparing special programming to engage residents during the school holiday. The Caldwell Zoo, located […]

TYLER, Texas – Hundreds of runners converged on the streets of Tyler Saturday morning, March 9, for the 13th Annual Fresh 15 race. The event, hosted by Brookshire's, featured a main 15k, a 5k, and a "Lil' Freshies" race for younger participants, with all proceeds dedicated to local non-profit organizations. Participants began their races bright […]

TYLER, Texas — Tyler's annual Fresh 15 Race is set to proceed as planned this Friday, March 7, 2026, despite a forecast calling for heavy rain, strong winds, and potential thunderstorms across East Texas. Organizers, ETX Runs, confirmed the event will move forward, emphasizing that contingency plans are in place. The popular community event, which […]

**Groundbreaking Rescheduled for New Tyler High School, Community Invited** TYLER – The much-anticipated groundbreaking ceremony for Tyler's new comprehensive high school has been rescheduled for Tuesday, June 11th, at 9:00 a.m. The event, originally planned for Monday, June 3rd, was postponed due to earlier weather concerns. Community members, students, parents, staff, and local officials are […]