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…

Local

Officials: Tyler man fatally shot by police at Cascades was suicidal

A Tyler man was shot by police and later died Thursday night after officers responded to a disturbance…

Local

Lindale Fire Department welcomes new chief

LINDALE — The Lindale Fire Department has a new chief. Fire Chief Jeremy Larue was sworn in Monday…

Business

Montez Creekside Kitchen in Whitehouse closes temporarily, expects to reopen soon

WHITEHOUSE — Montez Creekside Kitchen is temporarily closed but is excited to reopen within a couple weeks. Owner…

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

Henderson man, 19, arrested in shooting near Lake Tyler Marina

WHITEHOUSE — One person was arrested Sunday night after authorities responded to a shooting at the parking lot…

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.…

Elections

Smith County canvassing election results; Winona sees unofficial tie

Unofficial election results from city and school board races across Smith County are expected to be canvassed by…

Columnists

Mullins: Protect the investments powering our economy

Small business owners need more than just a good idea to succeed. They need capital to hire employees,…