Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:44:38 GMT
From The Tyler Police Department:Lawrence Charles Murphy, Jr. is a suspect in the homicide that occurred at the American Inn at 1800 West Erwin, Tyler, Texas.
Lawrence Charles Murphy, Jr., is a suspect in the homicide that occurred at the American Inn in Tyler.
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:04:16 GMT
Today marks the official start of the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season, but that is not the talk around East Texas. A cold front is making its way towards East Texas, and with it a round of showers and thunderstorms
Today marks the official start of the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season, but that is not the talk around East Texas. A cold front is making its way through East Texas, and with it a round of showers and thunderstorms is expected.
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:03:59 GMT
The Longview Police Department is currently investigating two separate shootings, which occurred Saturday afternoon.Authorities tell KLTV the first shooting happened in the 900-block of Spring street around
The Longview Police Department is currently investigating two separate shootings, which occurred Saturday afternoon.
Friday, June 14 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:28:24 GMT
From the Office of Governor Rick Perry:Gov. Rick Perry today signed Senate Bill 21, which will require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain
Gov. Rick Perry today signed Senate Bill 21, which will require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain individuals
Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-06-12 03:13:53 GMT
Jacksonville voters have decided to keep their mayor for another term. In Tuesday night's mayoral runoff election, Mayor Kenneth Melvin defeated challenger Rob Gowin by less than a hundred votes. The
Monday, June 10 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-06-10 22:49:59 GMT
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Another hearing was held Monday for the woman who killed two of her children and seriously injured a third. Deanna Laney's hearing today at the Smith County Courthouse was closed to our cameras and the public.
Another hearing was held Monday for the woman who killed two of her children and seriously injured a third. Deanna Laney's hearing today at the Smith County Courthouse was closed to our cameras and the public.
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:03:58 GMT
Released by the Tyler Police Department:On 06-08-2013 at approximately 9:35pm, officers responded to a Commercial Robbery at the Dollar General, 2724 W. Gentry Pkwy, Tyler, Smith County, Texas. The two
Police searching for man following robbery at ETX store
Saturday, June 8 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-06-09 02:28:54 GMT
Released by the Bowie County Sheriff's Office:Search teams spent Saturday scouring the area off of County Road 4313 where Joseph Gaspard's vehicle was found yesterday. This is the second day search teams
Wednesday, June 5 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-06-05 23:26:05 GMT
From Bowie County Sheriff's Department:On 06-05-13 at 7:15 am Deputy David Gipson responded to a missing person call on Farm to Market 44 West outside of DeKalb, Texas. He met Glenda Quinn who reported
Edward Gaspard, white male, 06/05/1965, 5'5", 130, shaved head, blue eyes, and has tattoo sleeves on both arms. Mr. Gaspard was last seen wearing a camouflage hat, a camouflage shirt, camouflage pants, and brown boots.
Monday, June 3 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-06-04 01:32:18 GMT
A Tyler ISD middle school student was arrested Monday for bringing a weapon on campus. The weapon was confiscated by Tyler PD and no students were harmed.
A Tyler ISD middle school student was arrested Monday for bringing a weapon on campus. The weapon was confiscated by Tyler PD and no students were harmed.
Friday, May 31 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-05-31 14:34:59 GMT
Child Protective Services has taken custody of the other children who were living in the home in Cherokee County, where a two-year-old child shot and killed himself with a 9 mm semiautomatic handgun.
Child Protective Services has taken custody of the other children who were living in the home in Cherokee County, where a two-year-old child shot and killed himself with a 9 mm semiautomatic handgun.
Saturday, May 25 2013 9:18 AM EDT2013-05-25 13:18:01 GMT
Cherokee County authorities are investigating a fatal house fire Friday night. It happened just before 7:30 on County Road 3302 outside of Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Fire Department, Cherokee County
Happened just outside of Jacksonville on Friday night.
Friday, May 24 2013 9:59 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:59:21 GMT
A Tyler ISD bus driver was arrested Friday afternoon on drug charges.Ronald Gain, 44, of Tyler, was arrested by the Tyler Police Department on one charge of possession of a controlled substance. Tyler
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:57:54 GMT
The Rusk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a plane that crashed near East Texas Regional Airport in Gregg County Thursday evening.Sgt. David Roberts with the Rusk County Sheriff's Office tells KLTV
Authorities say pilot, who was alone onboard, did not suffer serious injuries.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:15:40 GMT
Smith County Sheriff's Department responded a short time ago to a call from west Smith county.The call was in the 100 block of Patton Street, south of 64W. When deputies arrived, they say they were told
Smith County Sheriff's Department responded a short time ago to a call from west Smith county.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:46:58 GMT
A Henderson County home was gutted by fire on Tuesday night.Volunteer fire crews from Brownsboro, Chandler, and Dixie responded to a home in the 600 block of Hamilton Boulevard in Chandler around 6:30
Multiple fire crews respond to Tuesday evening fire.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:11:18 GMT
Two East Texas women have been arrested for plotting to kill a peace officer.According to Harrison County Sheriff's Office, Amanda Smith and Sydney Brook Side were arrested and charged with solicitation
Two East Texas women have been arrested for plotting to kill a peace officer.
Friday, May 10 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:49:01 GMT
Multiple fire departments are fighting a fire at a building used by the Union Grove Independent School District. Fire officials confirm the building is located on the district's school campus on Union
Multiple fire departments are fighting a fire at a building used by the Union Grove Independent School District.
Friday, May 10 2013 12:38 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:38:43 GMT
Authorities are searching for an East Texas baby. 5-month-old Ethan Ramsey was last seen with his mother in the Marshall area on Thursday. If you have any information on where Ethan is, please contact
Authorities have found an East Texas baby who went missing Thursday night.
Friday, May 3 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-05-03 13:19:09 GMT
From the Kilgore Police Department: On Thursday, May 2, 2013, at approximately 4:35 PM Kilgore Police responded to the 500 Block of Gladewater Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle/welfare concern.
On Thursday at approximately 4:35 p.m., Kilgore Police responded to the 500 Block of Gladewater Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle/welfare concern.
Friday, April 26 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-04-26 14:08:43 GMT
Overton police have confirmed they are investigating allegations that an Overton ISD teacher had an improper relationship with a student. Police Chief Clyde Carter said right now, they do not have any
Overton police have confirmed they are investigating allegations that an Overton ISD teacher had an improper relationship with a student.
Friday, April 26 2013 7:29 AM EDT2013-04-26 11:29:33 GMT
Traffic in Upshur County is being diverted after an 18-wheeler accident. Around 5:30 Friday morning, an 18-wheeler rolled over on Highway 300. Right now, southbound lanes are open but northbound lanes
Traffic in Upshur County is being diverted after an 18-wheeler accident.
Around 5:30 Friday morning, an 18-wheeler rolled over on Highway 300. Right now, southbound lanes are open but northbound lanes are being diverted to FM 3358.
Monday, April 22 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-04-22 22:42:25 GMT
A drowning victim whose boat apparently capsized has been identified by authorities Monday.According to Texas Parks & Wildlife's Captain Mike Hanson, the body of 46-year-old Fredrick Perkins was recovered
A drowning victim whose boat apparently capsized has been identified by authorities Monday.
Monday, April 22 2013 1:42 AM EDT2013-04-22 05:42:45 GMT
Officials with the Henderson County Game Warden have confirmed with KLTV the body of a man who drown in Lake Palestine has been recovered.The man reportedly drown Sunday night in Lake Palestine. The Henderson
Officials with the Henderson County Game Warden have confirmed with KLTV the body of a man who drown in Lake Palestine has been recovered.
Monday, January 7 2013 7:24 AM EST2013-01-07 12:24:04 GMT
The Henderson Police Department reported Tuesday morning that arrests have been made in an out-of-state bank robbery that may involve the suspects wanted for robbing a Henderson bank.
The Henderson Police Department reported Tuesday morning that arrests have been made in an out-of-state bank robbery that may involve the suspects wanted for robbing a Henderson bank.
Wednesday, October 31 2012 1:00 PM EDT2012-10-31 17:00:05 GMT
A group of protestors against the TransCanada Keystone XL Pipeline are voicing their opposition to the project in East Texas – this time with a presidential candidate. Green Party Presidential Candidate
Green Party Presidential Candidate, Dr. Jill Stein has been arrested by deputies in Wood County and taken to the Wood County Jail after joining in the Tar Sands Blockade protest this morning.
Thursday, October 25 2012 1:16 PM EDT2012-10-25 17:16:31 GMT
Here are first photos of the woman accused of impersonating a police officer being transported from the Tyler Police Department to the Smith County Jail.
Here are first photos of the woman accused of impersonating a police officer being transported from the Tyler Police Department to the Smith County Jail.
Wednesday, October 24 2012 10:09 PM EDT2012-10-25 02:09:55 GMT
Attorneys for Lon Morris College along with the Texas Attorney General's Office are investigating endowment funds that have gone missing from the bankrupt East Texas college.
Attorneys for Lon Morris College along with the Texas Attorney General's Office are investigating endowment funds that have gone missing from the bankrupt East Texas college.
Wednesday, October 17 2012 12:33 PM EDT2012-10-17 16:33:38 GMT
The Office of the Attorney General of Texas, in support of the Kountze cheerleaders, has asked the judge to dismiss arguments from Kountze ISD that they say challenges the constitutionality of state laws.
The Office of the Attorney General of Texas, in support of the Kountze cheerleaders, has asked the judge to dismiss arguments from Kountze ISD that they say challenges the constitutionality of state laws.
Tuesday, October 16 2012 5:05 PM EDT2012-10-16 21:05:12 GMT
An arrest has been made in the case of a Tyler man who's reportedly left paralyzed after suffering several gunshot wounds during an attempted home invasion.
An arrest has been made in the case of a Tyler man who's reportedly left paralyzed after suffering several gunshot wounds during an attempted home invasion.
Wednesday, October 10 2012 6:48 PM EDT2012-10-10 22:48:24 GMT
With less than 30 days before voters head to the polls, an East Texas sheriff is speaking out about a survey he conducted on the impact of alcohol sales in Texas communities.
With less than 30 days before voters head to the polls, an East Texas sheriff is speaking out about a survey he conducted on the impact of alcohol sales in Texas communities.
Tuesday, October 9 2012 11:23 AM EDT2012-10-09 15:23:07 GMT
Press Release from ETBU: Today, East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) and Houston Baptist University (HBU) filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, asking the court
East Texas Baptist University sues over HHS mandate
Tuesday, October 9 2012 12:01 AM EDT2012-10-09 04:01:48 GMT
SMITH COUNTY, TX (KLTV) - Three East Texas fire departments are fighting a large fire just outside of Tyler tonight. Smith County Sheriff's officials tell KLTV 7 that the fire is burning on Highway 64
Three departments respond to fire that destroys one building.
Friday, October 5 2012 11:43 PM EDT2012-10-06 03:43:53 GMT
According to the Henderson County Sheriff Ray Nutt, sheriff's deputies and Seven Points Police responded to a call Friday morning between 2:00 and 2:30 a.m.
According to the Henderson County Sheriff Ray Nutt, sheriff's deputies and Seven Points Police responded to a call Friday morning between 2:00 and 2:30 a.m.
Thursday, October 4 2012 10:36 AM EDT2012-10-04 14:36:57 GMT
The lot at Tyler Automax on the edge of Downtown Tyler is now empty, and the president of the dealership is indicted for allegedly lying to the company's investors.
The lot at Tyler Automax on the edge of Downtown Tyler is now empty, and the president of the dealership is indicted for allegedly lying to the company's investors.
Tuesday, August 7 2012 11:40 PM EDT2012-08-08 03:40:26 GMT
SMITH COUNTY, TX (KLTV) - Authorities are investigating the death of a teenage boy after he was hit by a truck while riding his bicycle Tuesday night.It happened just before 9PM on Highway 31 West, near
Authorities say the boy was crossing the road, when he was hit by a sanitation truck.
Saturday, July 21 2012 3:01 AM EDT2012-07-21 07:01:53 GMT
Dozens of law enforcement officials are actively searching for the man who shot one ETX woman and kidnapped his pregnant girlfriend. Have you seen him? Follow this story for the latest updates all day long.
Dozens of law enforcement officials are actively searching for the man who shot one ETX woman and kidnapped his pregnant girlfriend late Thursday night.
Have you seen him?
See a photo of the kidnapped woman and latest vehicle description and license plate info.
Thursday, July 12 2012 10:46 PM EDT2012-07-13 02:46:18 GMT
Coming up tonight on KLTV 7 News at 10:00: KLTV 7's chance encounter with a former dentist accused of murdering his wife. 76-year old Bobby Nichols was arrested June 29th after he says he got into an argument
Coming up tonight on KLTV 7 News at 10:00: KLTV 7's chance encounter with a former dentist accused of murdering his wife. 76-year old Bobby Nichols was arrested June 29th after he says he got into an argument
Friday, June 22 2012 10:44 AM EDT2012-06-22 14:44:10 GMT
The Office of Civil Rights of the Department of Education has found that an East Texas school district has violated title nine-- the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in schools.
The Office of Civil Rights of the Department of Education has found that an East Texas school district has violated title nine-- the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in schools.
Wednesday, June 20 2012 12:03 AM EDT2012-06-20 04:03:34 GMT
DPS Troopers, Smith County Sheriff's Office, and a DPS air unit are searching the east side of Smith County for a man who fled from a DPS trooper during a traffic stop Tuesday evening.
DPS Troopers, Smith County Sheriff's Office, and a DPS air unit are searching the east side of Smith County for a man who fled from a DPS trooper during a traffic stop Tuesday evening.
Monday, May 14 2012 4:23 PM EDT2012-05-14 20:23:53 GMT
Released by the Tyler Police Department:On this date at 2:30 am Tyler Police responded to a large fight in the 2100 block of N Grand where several people had been run over by a vehicle.
Woman accused of running over three people after early morning fight at a motorcycle club.
Friday, April 6 2012 6:52 PM EDT2012-04-06 22:52:47 GMT
Officials tell KLTV that a chase ended with a truck crashing into another vehicle and hitting a dumpster and a vacuum cleaner at a Gladewater car wash.
Officials tell KLTV that a chase ended with a truck crashing into another vehicle and hitting a dumpster and a vacuum cleaner at a Gladewater car wash.
Friday, April 6 2012 10:26 AM EDT2012-04-06 14:26:46 GMT
Elizabeth Aileen Clark was found walking in the 400 block of Mockingbird, two blocks from her residence. A citizen saw her walking and contacted the Police Department.
Elizabeth Aileen Clark was found walking in the 400 block of Mockingbird, two blocks from her residence. A citizen saw her walking and contacted the Police Department.
Thursday, April 5 2012 9:30 PM EDT2012-04-06 01:30:30 GMT
Authorities have two suspects in custody after a manhunt Thursday afternoon for a man authorities say broke into an elderly East Texas couple's home and beat them with a hammer.
Authorities have a suspect in custody after a manhunt Thursday afternoon for a man authorities say broke into an elderly East Texas couple's home and beat them with a hammer.
Thursday, April 5 2012 4:18 PM EDT2012-04-05 20:18:26 GMT
A Tyler convenience store was robbed by two armed men early Thursday morning, and the store's clerk talked exclusively to KLTV reporter Lauren Callahan about just how that robbery unfolded.
A Tyler convenience store was robbed by two armed men early Thursday morning, and the store's clerk talked exclusively to KLTV reporter Lauren Callahan about just how that robbery unfolded.
Thursday, April 5 2012 12:05 PM EDT2012-04-05 16:05:40 GMT
Longview Police have made an arrest in connection with the Christmas gifts stolen from a storage unit in December. Those presents were intended for Gregg County foster children.
Longview Police have made an arrest in connection with the Christmas gifts stolen from a storage unit in December. Those presents were intended for Gregg County foster children.
Wednesday, April 4 2012 3:24 PM EDT2012-04-04 19:24:32 GMT
The Panola County Sheriff's Office confirms it was some type of pipeline explosion that shook homes south of Carthage, Texas just before 6:00 a.m. Wednesday.
The Panola County Sheriff's Office confirms it was some type of pipeline explosion that shook homes south of Carthage, Texas just before 6:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Monday, April 2 2012 7:18 PM EDT2012-04-02 23:18:17 GMT
Authorities called off their search around 2:30 p.m., for an East Texas man after shots were fired during a domestic dispute, says Van Zandt County Sheriff Pat Burnett.
Authorities called off their search around 2:30 p.m., for an East Texas man after shots were fired during a domestic dispute, says Van Zandt County Sheriff Pat Burnett.
Friday, March 30 2012 11:37 AM EDT2012-03-30 15:37:54 GMT
Officials tell KLTV the knife-wielding bank robbery suspect in custody for today's robbery has confessed her involvement in the Telco Plus Credit Union robbery just one month ago.
Officials tell KLTV the knife-wielding bank robbery suspect in custody for today's robbery has confessed her involvement in the Telco Plus Credit Union robbery just one month ago.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:40:20 GMT
Drinking alcohol while a woman is pregnant is something most people would say is off limits.A new study finds it might not be all bad, at least not in moderation.Most people told Heartland News, they wouldn’t risk it.A British study looked at 7,000 ten-year-olds and their balance ability. Testing balance is one way experts look at neurological developments. The children whose mothers moderately drank while pregnant didn’t show any neurological problems.Moderate drinking was defined as 3 to 7 ...
Drinking alcohol while a woman is pregnant is something most people would say is off limits.A new study finds it might not be all bad, at least not in moderation.Most people told Heartland News, they wouldn’t risk it.A British study looked at 7,000 ten-year-olds and their balance ability. Testing balance is one way experts look at neurological developments. The children whose mothers moderately drank while pregnant didn’t show any neurological problems.Moderate drinking was defined as 3 to 7 ...
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:59:12 GMT
Police call him the trigger man in a double family murder, but now authorities are wondering if a Cape Girardeau man had his hand in the transfer of millions of dollars.
Police call him the trigger man in a double family murder, but now authorities are wondering if a Cape Girardeau man had his hand in the transfer of millions of dollars.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:29:19 GMT
NEW WEST MINISTER, CANADA (WAVE) - A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a class picture. For Anne Belanger, the photo was completely unacceptable. Her son, Miles, was pushed
A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a photo shoot at his elementary school.