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East Texas residents sue area plant, alleging it ‘disregarded’ dangers of cancer-causing emissions

A lawsuit has been filed in Marshall’s federal court against Eastman Chemical Co., alleging the company’s Longview-area plant…

Education

Tyler-area schools prepare for stricter state-mandated cell phone rules

Starting this fall, students in East Texas will have to keep their cell phones out of sight and…

Arts And Entertainment

Mural unveiling, donor tribute mark night of celebration at Tyler Civic Theatre Center

A celebration of legacy, artistry and generosity took center stage June 16 as the Tyler Civic Theatre Center…

Crime

Gladewater police probe teen party; homeowner criticizes law enforcement response

GLADEWATER — Gladewater police are investigating a weekend party at a lake house attended by more than 100…

Local

Bible verse of the day: July 25, 2025

“Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.”…

Downtown Redevelopment

Bricks fall from Carlton Hotel, prompting street closure

Bricks from the side of the old Carlton Hotel parking garage fell onto Elm Street on Thursday afternoon,…

Crime

Death row inmate Robert Roberson appeals execution date

PALESTINE – Death row inmate Robert Roberson is appealing his Oct. 16 execution date. Last week, a state…

Crime

Officials: Man accused of murdering Tyler taqueria owner found without ankle monitor during most recent arrest

Prosecutors revealed in a Thursday hearing that a man accused of murdering a Tyler business owner was charged…

Business

Drilling Report: July 6-12, 2025

The drilling report was produced with data from the Texas Railroad Commission from July 6-12, 2025.   COMPLETIONS County…

Local

Speaking the same language: Deaf woman travels from Massachusetts to Tyler to adopt two Deaf dogs

For Nozomi Tomita, silence is not a barrier — it’s a bond. It’s what inspired her to make…