Flu is at its peak, affecting many people, the majority seemingly students. Brandon Enos, Cushing ISD’s Superintendent, says he’s seen an increase in student absences. “Starting with the week we’ve had about 8% everyday out with the flu,

The nonprofit will carry out day-to-day operations and help transform the two properties into temporary shelter for families in need.

While city officials explained the reasons behind the hikes, many attendees left without the answers they need.

Within the Rose garden are the Tyler Botanical Gardens. Three separate gardens completely maintained by the volunteer work of the Smith County Master Gardeners. "The Smith County master gardeners are in the garden every single week and in 2024 they accumulated over 14,000 volunteer hours," Damkroger said.

Texas is seeing growth all over the Lone Star State, but finding sources of water to serve everyone remains an issue. “There’s no doubt we have a water problem in Texas,” Texas House District 1 Rep. Gary VanDeaver of New Boston said.

State Sen. Bob Hall (R-Edgewood) filed a bill that would increase Texas’ authority relating to illegal border crossings.

East Texas residents, along with local organizations, gathered for a prayer event to raise awareness and show support for victims of human trafficking, asking for protection, healing and justice for those affected.

Here soon things will be ramping up with lots more activities coming this Spring, including the 11th annual Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival in Tyler on Saturday, May 10th. Tickets for this BBQ and music festival go on sale Friday, January 31st @ 10 am at Red Dirt BBQ Fest.

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - In February 2024, a hailstorm damaged homes and property across parts of East Texas. Experts say the clock is ticking for those waiting to file storm damage insurance claims just one year later.

Immigration remains a top priority for President Donald Trump’s administration. At the same time, several protests were held around the country against the deportations of undocumented immigrants.

The Texas Agriculture Commissioner has reappointed a Tyler man to the Texas Agriculture Finance Authority (TAFA) Board on Thursday. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller reappointed Ted F. Conover to continue serving as the board’s chairman and agricultural lending representative.

An East Texas school administrator has been named the 2025 Region 7 Assistant Principal of the Year. The honor was awarded to Lindsay Bell, the vice principal at Hawkins Elementary, by the Texas Elementary of Principals and Supervisors Association.