News

New downtown police beat to boost visibility, community ties

With Downtown Tyler seeing a surge of foot traffic and redevelopment, the city’s police department is putting more…

Texas Rose Festival

Rose Sunday ceremony ushers in spring blooming season, celebrates 92nd Texas Rose Festival

Texas Rose Festival court members and supporters gathered with members of the public Sunday afternoon to stop and…

Crime

Tyler police release body cam footage of controversial arrest

A portion of body camera footage has been released after a woman resisting arrest fired the gun of…

Local

NWS confirms EF-1 tornado hit Bullard

Officials have confirmed a tornado struck Bullard earlier this week. The EF-1 tornado occurred Tuesday around 1:41 p.m.…

Local

With new homeowners, Pyron Garden will remain open to public

The Pyron Garden home in Tyler has officially sold after going on the market less than one month…

Local

East Texan pardoned in Jan. 6 Capitol riot to challenge Moran for congressional seat

Saying he regrets the trauma and pain caused Jan. 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol and his role…

Business

Bass Pro Shops employees work on finishing touches ahead of Tyler store opening

The hum of scissor lifts and grinding metal filled the air Tuesday as Bass Pro Shops employees stocked…

Local

Smith County focuses on collaboration, growth in 2025

Smith County Judge Neal Franklin on Tuesday welcomed hundreds to the Green Acres Crosswalk Conference Center for the…

College

UT Tyler softball, baseball win; TJC diamond teams host games

The UT Tyler squads were in action on Tuesday, sweeping three games — two in softball over Texas…

College

What is Bucky Ball? New A&M basketball coach Bucky McMillan promises a ‘fearless’ style of play

COLLEGE STATION — Bucky McMillan was at Bryant-Denny Stadium in 2012 when Texas A&M and star quarterback Johnny…