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Trial date set for Tyler brothers accused in alleged dogfighting ring

A trial date has been set for two brothers accused of running a dogfighting ring in Smith County.…

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In civil lawsuit, Kerry Max Cook continues quest for justice

After a nearly five-decade battle to clear his name, Kerry Max Cook is now seeking accountability for the…

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Texas can schedule Robert Roberson’s execution — but lawmakers still expect his testimony first

Texas can proceed with scheduling the execution of death row inmate Robert Roberson despite his claims of innocence…

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Tickets could be dismissed following Coffee City police disbandment

COFFEE CITY — For anyone who received a ticket in Coffee City in the last several years, there’s…

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Editorial: Who is the real Robert Roberson? Truth about death row inmate is a muddy mess

Depending on whose testimony, evidence, letter or statement you believe, Texas will execute an innocent man — a…

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Texas Supreme Court removes temporary block to Robert Roberson’s execution

The Supreme Court of Texas on Friday removed its temporary block on the execution of Robert Roberson, saying…

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East Texas woman who operated ‘Walmart of drugs’ sentenced in fentanyl-related death

From staff reports An East Texas woman has been sentenced to federal prison for distributing fentanyl resulting in…

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Former Tyler ISD teacher’s aide gets 18 years for inappropriate relationships with students

A former Tyler ISD teacher’s aide was sentenced to 18 years in prison Tuesday for having improper relationships with students. JBraylon…

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How disagreements about a Texas death row inmate’s guilt became a legal battle between branches of government

The Supreme Court of Texas is weighing whether death row inmate Robert Roberson — whose capital punishment was…

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Trial date set for suspended Tyler doctor accused of sexual assault

A trial date has been set for a suspended Tyler doctor accused of sexually assaulting several patients. Kenneth…