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Tyler, TX – Voters in the Tyler Independent School District overwhelmingly approved both Proposition A and Proposition B in the May 4th election, paving the way for a $545 million bond package to fund significant facility improvements and technology upgrades across the district. District officials confirmed the passage, emphasizing that the bond will not result […]

JACKSONVILLE, Texas – An intensive search is underway across East Texas for a suspect accused of shooting a Jacksonville police officer late Sunday night, May 26th. The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. on the 200 block of Haynes Street, prompting a Blue Alert for the armed and dangerous individual. The officer, who was reportedly responding […]

**Tyler Police Department Urges Community Participation in Ride-Along Program** Tyler, Texas – The Tyler Police Department is actively encouraging local residents to sign up for its Ride-Along Program, reaffirming its commitment to fostering stronger community relationships and enhancing transparency in daily police operations. Following an announcement made Monday, January 23, the department continues to promote […]

Jacksonville Police Officer Shot, Suspect Sought A Jacksonville Police officer was shot late Friday night, November 1, 2025, and is recovering in stable condition. Law enforcement agencies are actively searching for a male suspect involved in the incident. Officer J. Rodriguez was injured around 11:45 PM on the 500 block of West Rusk Street in […]

**Voters Head to Polls Tuesday for East Texas School Bonds, State Amendments** Voters across East Texas will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4th, to cast ballots on a slate of local school bond proposals and eight statewide constitutional amendments. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and voters are reminded […]

**East Texas Nonprofits Brace for Increased Holiday Demand Amidst Rising Food Insecurity** **East Texas, October 31, 2025** – As the holiday season approaches, East Texas communities are rallying to address a significant surge in food insecurity. Local charitable organizations across the region report heightened demand for assistance, underscoring the vital role they play in supporting […]

Gentry Parkway Closed After Truck Strikes Utility Pole, Hundreds Lose Power A single-vehicle collision on Gentry Parkway near the Caldwell Zoo on Friday morning, October 31st, 2025, completely shut down the roadway and caused a widespread power outage in Tyler. A truck reportedly struck a utility pole, bringing down power lines across both northbound and […]

Tyler, Texas saw a significant increase in vehicular accidents in 2023, with official data from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) revealing a total of 2,573 crashes within the city limits. This marks an increase of 150 crashes compared to the 2,423 recorded in 2022, highlighting a growing concern for road safety in the area. […]

East Texas Man Advocates for Lewy Body Dementia Awareness After Year-Long Misdiagnosis East Texas resident Ronnie Walker is sharing his challenging journey with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) to highlight the critical need for early and accurate diagnosis of the often-misunderstood neurological condition. It took Walker over a year to receive a definitive diagnosis after initial […]

Tyler ISD proudly announced its 2024 District Teachers of the Year, Mrs. Amy Lewis from Rice Elementary and Mrs. Jennifer Stone from Hubbard Middle School, during a special Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, April 23rd. The district recognized all campus-level Teachers of the Year, celebrating their profound dedication to education. Mrs. Amy Lewis, a […]