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Warrant Issued in East Texas for Most Wanted Sex Offender
The Texas Department of Public Safety has added Michael Wayne Hopson, 57, to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender list, and a $5,000 cash reward is now offered for information leading to his capture.
One Person Dead in Wrong Way Accident
A driver traveling in the wrong lane on Interstate 20 in Smith County was killed overnight after he slammed into an 18-wheeler.
East Texas Justice of the Peace Shot + His Wife Jailed
A Gregg County Justice of the Peace is hospitalized and his wife is jailed for allegedly shooting him during an argument over the weekend.
Fire Closes an East Texas Day Care Center
An East Texas Daycare Center will be closed until further notice after a fire swept through the facility Sunday causing extensive damage.
Texans Love Their Pickups (and So Do Thieves)
A recent report by the Theft Prevention Authority, a division of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles shows thefts of pickup trucks in the state were the most-stolen vehicles.
Alert Tyler Officers Capture Burglary Suspect
A burglar alarm alerted two Tyler Police motorcycle officers Wednesday night to a break-in at the Army Navy store located in the 1200 block of SSE Loop 323. Police discovered a large hole cut out in the back of the building.
DPS Most Wanted Fugitive Could be in East Texas
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has information that Ricco Leo Torres, 32, a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive, may be in or have ties to the Palestine area.
Third High School Proposed for Tyler
The Tyler Independent School District is proposing a new high school for the city depending on the outcome of a May bond issue.
East Texas Lawmaker Sponsors Craft Beer Brewery Bill
Craft beer brewers are asking Texas lawmakers to expand the market for their products.
Owners of brewpubs and small breweries are scheduled to make their case Tuesday to the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce.
Kilgore Preacher Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Charge
An ongoing investigation has led to the arrest of a Kilgore pastor. Glenn Douglas Barton, 62, was taken into custody Monday afternoon at a house located at the Calvary Way Church in Kilgore.
Taste of Tyler Sure to Satisfy Your Taste Buds
The 29th annual “Taste of Tyler” will be held Tuesday (March 5) at the Harvey Convention Center in Tyler.
East Texas Sheriff Arrested on Multiple Charges
The Texas Rangers have arrested an East Texas Sheriff on charges of tampering with government records to defraud or harm abuse of official capacity, and theft by a public servant.