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Local, state GOP leaders react to Burrows’ speaker victory

A move in the Texas House on Tuesday sparked some concerns locally, with Smith County Republican Party Chairman…

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Greg Abbott reaches political zenith after bruising election year

DALLAS — After a year in which he helped reshape the Texas Legislature, Gov. Greg Abbott is at…

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At Tyler stop, Ken Paxton urges East Texas representatives to support GOP’s choice for Texas House speaker

A lively crowd of enthusiastic residents from all around East Texas cheered Monday as Texas Attorney General Ken…

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Harris certifies Trump as winner

WASHINGTON — On a day replete with political symbolism for both parties, Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday…

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will make stop in Tyler

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will be in Tyler next week, he announced Tuesday on social media. Paxton’s…

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Tyler’s Shonda Marsh announces District 3 campaign

Shonda Marsh, lifelong resident of Northwest Tyler and healthcare professional with more than 30 years of experience, this…

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Incoming House District 6 Rep. Alders announces staff

Newly elected House District 6 Representative Daniel Alders, a Tyler native, announced his staff ahead of the 89th…

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Smith County report shows 64% voter turnout, abandoned ballots

Smith County recorded a solid 64.28% voter turnout in the 2024 Presidential Election, with over 104,000 ballots cast…

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Biden welcomes Trump back to the White House for 90-minute meeting

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump back to the White House on Wednesday and held…

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Texas Democratic Party chair steps down after dismal election performance

Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa announced his resignation Friday on the heels of another election cycle in…