U.S. Attorney John M. Bales announced today that sixty-three year old William Lamar has now has pleaded guilty to smuggling snakes into the country.More>>
An award winning local East Texas Bakery has announced their sweet secret that reveled them as contestants on the Food Network's hit show "Cupcake Wars."More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:49:29 GMT
TYLER (KYTX) -- We're learning more about an investigation into an issue during STAAR testing at Tyler ISD. The school district isn't releasing much information but a spokesperson says the district wasMore >>
We're learning more about an investigation into an issue during STAAR testing at Tyler ISD.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:39:13 GMT
OVERTON (KYTX) - Sidewalk renovation in Overton , it's gone on for about a week in front of Sheryl Thornton's hair salon, The Barber Pole. Thornton says it has already made her lose some business. SheMore >>
Sidewalk construction causes headaches for an Overton business owner.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:36 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:36:56 GMT
SMITH COUNTY (KYTX) - Texas has the largest feral hog population in the United States. Each year, millions of dollars are lost from what the animals destroy and damage. The Texas government is doing somethingMore >>
Texas has the largest feral hog population in the United States. Each year, millions of dollars are lost from what the animals destroy and damage.
TYLER (KYTX) - The Smith County Salvation Army was recently forced to cut food services because of funding shortages. While other local non profits haven't cut services yet, they are also dealing withMore >>
The Smith County Salvation Army was recently forced to cut food services because of funding shortages. While other local non profits haven't cut services yet, they are also dealing with funding issues are fighting to keep services steady.More >>
Overton (KYTX) -- UPDATE: The fireworks show previously canceled in Overton has been saved by community donations. "We have people come from Henderson and Tyler and Kilgore to watch firework show," BobbieMore >>
Overton (KYTX) -- UPDATE: The fireworks show previously canceled in Overton has been saved by community donations. "We have people come from Henderson and Tyler and Kilgore to watch firework show," BobbieMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:48:24 GMT
TYLER (KYTX) - It was just two months ago when we saw the Boston Marathon Bombing flash across our television screens. "16 people lost limbs," said Tom Shamshak. Tom Shamshak is a former police chiefMore >>
It was just two months ago when we saw the Boston Marathon Bombing flash across our television screens.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:57 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:57:16 GMT
JACKSONVILLE (KYTX) - A new course designed to help military vets and their families cope with life after war kicked offIn Jacksonville Monday night. When you gotten used to living in a war zone, theMore >>
A new course designed to help military vets and their families cope with life after war kicked off in Jacksonville Monday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:34:41 GMT
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The Miami Heat dug themselves a hole when they allowed the San Antonio Spurs to go up 3-2 in the 2013 NBA Finals. Heading into Game 6, the Heat face long odds of just getting to GameMore >>
The Miami Heat dug themselves a hole when they allowed the San Antonio Spurs to go up 3-2 in the 2013 NBA Finals. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:26:25 GMT
Tyler Police Department: TYLER (KYTX) - Tyler Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Tracy Todd Smith, 45, who is a registered Sex Offender in Tyler. On Wednesday, June 12, 2013, Smith appearedMore >>
Tyler Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Tracy Todd Smith, B/M, 02/19/1968, who is a registered Sex Offender in Tyler.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:08:09 GMT
CBS NEWS- Need to check if crowdsourcing is one word or two? Now you can look it up in the Oxford English Dictionary (OED). The iconic reference book has released a list of words that are being officiallyMore >>
Words like "live-blogging," crowdsourcing" and "mouseover" have been added to the 2013 OEDMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:29:03 GMT
(KYTX) - The Tyler Public Library is encouraging kids, teens, and even adults to keep their brains up and reading through the Summer. Using time logs available at the Library and online, children, teensMore >>
The Tyler Public Library is encouraging kids, teens, and even adults to keep their brains up and reading through the SummerMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:58:22 GMT
TYLER (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - Tyler police and Smith County Sheriff's deputies are working an aggravated assault at this hour after a man and woman got into a family argument and she was injured. TylerMore >>
Tyler police and Smith County Sheriff's deputies are working an aggravated assault at this hour after a man and woman got into a family argument and she was injured.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:56:40 GMT
(KYTX) Since the 1950's thousands of children in Tyler have participated in the Summer Playground Program at Tyler Parks. Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to attend this annual summer program that includesMore >>
Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to attend this annual summer program that includes food, sports, arts and crafts, games, special events, contests and moreMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:24:16 GMT
(CNN) - Chrysler stated last week that it would not comply with the recall demand, arguing that the vehicles do not have a high risk of catching fire when struck from behind. It continued to claim TuesdayMore >>
Chrysler Group reversed course and agreed to a recall of 2.7 million Jeeps Tuesday, giving in to the government's request in the final hours before a deadline.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:16:29 GMT
(KCEN) -- The hearing for accused Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan is today. The hearing is currently in recess but here is what happened today: The judge explained to Hasan and his defense their rolesMore >>
The hearing for accused Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan was today.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:06:36 GMT
On Friday,Robert Anthony Lopez, 48, was successfully captured and taken into custody in San Antonio. Lopez was a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive and Tango blast member. His extensive criminal historyMore >>
Robert Anthony Lopez, 48, was successfully captured and taken into custody in San Antonio. Lopez was a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive and Tango blast member.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:53:24 GMT
(CNN) -- A mentally disabled woman and her daughter were held in an Ohio apartment for two years, forced to perform manual labor and threatened with dogs and snakes to keep them compliant, federal authoritiesMore >>
A mentally disabled woman and her daughter were held in an Ohio apartment for two years, forced to perform manual labor and threatened with dogs and snakes to keep them compliant, federal authorities said Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:33:12 GMT
Texas Department of Agriculture: AUSTIN (KYTX) — In an ongoing effort to protect Texans from the costly destruction caused by feral hogs, Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples today announced the TexasMore >>
In an ongoing effort to protect Texans from the costly destruction caused by feral hogs, Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples today announced the Texas Department of Agriculture is accepting grant applications to assist regional efforts to control feral hog populations. Grant funds are made available through TDA's new County Hog Abatement Matching Program, or CHAMP.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:34 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:34:55 GMT
TYLER (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - Lack of rain, rapid evaporation, a small drainage basin and a slightly leaky dam have again left Lake Tyler with dropping levels. Lake Tyler as of last week was 2.82More >>
Lack of rain, rapid evaporation, a small drainage basin and a slightly leaky dam have again left Lake Tyler with dropping levels.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:09 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:09:08 GMT
VAN ZANDT COUNTY (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - A 26-year-old Van Zandt County man drowned while trying to save a 5-year-old girl in a Canton reservoir. Travis Williamson, of Edgewood, was swimming withMore >>
A 26-year-old Van Zandt County man drowned while trying to save a 5-year-old girl in a Canton reservoir.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:05 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:05:28 GMT
JOHNSON SPACE CENTER (KHOU) — A class of four women and four men were announced Monday as the next generation of space explorers for NASA. The candidates look to be the first astronauts to launch fromMore >>
A class of four women and four men were announced Monday as the next generation of space explorers for NASA. The candidates look to be the first astronauts to launch from the U.S. since the space shuttle program was retired last year.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:13 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:13:49 GMT
SURFSIDE BEACH, Texas – (KHOU)A teenager was attacked by a shark near Surfside Beach Monday afternoon. The boy was with a church group and was swimming in waist-deep water when he felt something biteMore >>
A teenager was attacked by a shark near Surfside Beach Monday afternoon.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:23 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:23:54 GMT
TYLER (KYTX) - Salvation Army workers in Tyler are having to turn people away at lunch for the first time this week. They say a lack of funding has forced them to cut back on meals and other servicesMore >>
They say a lack of funding has forced them to cut back on meals and other services like rental and utility assistance. It's not something they wanted, but they say they really had no choice.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:13 AM EDT2013-06-18 12:13:51 GMT
EAST TEXAS (KYTX) - Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue to pop up and move across East Texas this Tuesday morning. There is a 30% chance of rain through mid-afternoon, tapering off to aMore >>
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue to pop up and move across East Texas this Tuesday morning. There is a 30% chance of rain through mid-afternoonMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:35 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:35:34 GMT
KILGORE (KYTX) - "The Kilgore man who owns the birds doesn't run a rescue or business, he just has a passion for animals. The family members I spoke with say that their birds became a like part of theMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:32:00 GMT
Washington (CNN) – The Supreme Court on Monday tossed out an Arizona provision in its voter registration law that required proof of citizenship. The 7-2 majority said the state's voter-approved PropositionMore >>
The Supreme Court on Monday tossed out an Arizona provision in its voter registration law that required proof of citizenship.More >>
Tyler (KYTX) -- Temperatures may near triple digit temperatures by the end of this week, and that kind of heat and your pets don't mix well. Just like us, dogs need exercise and they can only take soMore >>
Tyler (KYTX) -- Temperatures may near triple digit temperatures by the end of this week, and that kind of heat and your pets don't mix well. Just like us, dogs need exercise and they can only take soMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:29:40 GMT
LONGVIEW (KYTX) - Longview police are looking for a man, and say he's a wanted fugitive. Investigators say the man was pulled over this afternoon in the 900 block of Marshall Avenue near ABC Auto, butMore >>
Longview police are looking for a man, and say he's a wanted fugitive.
Investigators say the man was pulled over this afternoon in the 900 block of Marshall Avenue near ABC Auto, but ditched his truck and ran away into the woods.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:24:38 GMT
LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - Sales this spring are up in East Texas' two largest counties. According to numbers released by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts -- May sales tax receipts were upMore >>
Sales this spring are up in East Texas' two largest counties.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:22:32 GMT
Released by Good Shepherd Medical Center.LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - Good Shepherd Medical Center hosted a Welcome Breakfast and White Coat Reception for the incoming new class of 2016 Internal MedicineMore >>
Good Shepherd Medical Center hosted a Welcome Breakfast and White Coat Reception for the incoming new class of 2016 Internal Medicine Residents this morning at Medical Plaza II.More >>
TYLER (KYTX) - Governor Rick Perry gets mixed reaction after he vetoes a bill that would make it easier for women to sue for unequal pay. Several different recent studies have shown that the wage gapMore >>
Governor Rick Perry gets mixed reaction after he vetoes a bill that would make it easier for women to sue for unequal pay.
LONGVIEW (KYTX) - A man is in the hospital after a shooting in Longview. Longview Police say a shooting happened at the corner of Ownings and Hutchings Streets around 1 this afternoon. When officersMore >>
A man is in the hospital after a shooting in Longview.
Longview Police say a shooting happened at the corner of Ownings and Hutchings Streets around 1 this afternoon.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:14:31 GMT
Released by Buckner Westminster PlaceLONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) Little children in Oklahoma cling to blankets, stuffed animals and picture books as they try to understand the devastation and loss aroundMore >>
Buckner Westminster Place will host a kickoff event on Thursday, June 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. They are inviting the entire community of Longview and people in surrounding areas to participate in the drive. Retired teachers and residents at Buckner Westminster Place, James Anderson and Mary Frances Farris, will entertain kids at the event by reading children's books for the children who come out to donate books.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 6:43 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:43:47 GMT
Released by Gregg County District Attorney's OfficeLONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - Today, Brian Andrew Davis was sentenced by Judge David Brabham of the 188th District Court to 30 years in the Texas DepartmentMore >>
Today, Brian Andrew Davis was sentenced by Judge David Brabham of the 188th District Court to 30 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:28:03 GMT
(KCEN) -- A mother and daughter are dead after trying to help a stranded motorist. Late Saturday night woman and her child came out of their home to help a driver pulled over on the side of their street.More >>
A mother and daughter are dead after trying to help a stranded motorist.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:03:25 GMT
TYLER (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - A 68-year-old Florida man remained behind bars Monday on money laundering charges following a traffic stop in which more than $700,000 was found in the vehicle he wasMore >>
A 68-year-old Florida man remained behind bars Monday on money laundering charges following a traffic stop in which more than $700,000 was found in the vehicle he was driving.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:57:59 GMT
FORT HOOD, Texas - The next pretrial hearing in the court martial of Maj. Nidal Hansan will take place 1p.m June 18 at Lawerence J. Williams Judicial Center. The trial judge, Col. Tara Osborn is expectedMore >>
The next pretrial hearing in the court martial of Maj. Nidal Hansan will take place 1p.m June 18 at Lawerence J. Williams Judicial Center.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 5:52 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:52:59 GMT
LONGVIEW, Texas - Reel in a good time at this year's 35th Annual Fishing Rodeo on Saturday, June 22. The City of Longview Partners in Prevention will host this event at Teague Park Lake 415 American LegionMore >>
The City of Longview Partners in Prevention are hosting their 35th Annual Fishing Rodeo June 22.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:15:10 GMT
U.S. Attorney's Office/Eastern District of Texas: TYLER (KYTX) – Two Mexican nationals living in Tyler, Texas, have been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern DistrictMore >>
Two Mexican nationals living in Tyler, Texas, have been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:55:28 GMT
James Jason White, age 40, was taken into custody by the Smith County Sheriff's Office for shooting and killing his father, Steven Lacey White, age 62, on Eastside Drive.More >>
Jason White, who is charged with killing his father over the weekend, told authorities he believes his father Steven White was sexually assaulting members of Jason's family.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 4:51 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:51:35 GMT
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (KYTX) - The recent passage of Senate Bill 485 (83rd Regular Legislative Session, 2013) changes the dates of the this year's annual Sales Tax Holiday to Aug. 9-11,More >>
The recent passage of Senate Bill 485 (83rd Regular Legislative Session, 2013) changes the dates of the this year's annual Sales Tax Holiday to Aug. 9-11, a week earlier than previously scheduled.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:49:29 GMT
(CNN) -- If any of my neighbors had seen me ironing my daughter's mattress while wearing a blue shower cap, they undoubtedly would have thought I was nuts. But after we found nits -- lice eggs -- in myMore >>
If any of my neighbors had seen me ironing my daughter's mattress while wearing a blue shower cap, they undoubtedly would have thought I was nuts.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:23:02 GMT
Tyler Police Department: TYLER (KYTX) - Tyler Investigators have identified the victim who was murdered at the American Inn Motel located at 1800 W. Erwin on Saturday, June 15, 2013 around 4:35 a.m.More >>
Tyler Investigators have identified the victim who was murdered at the American Inn Motel located at 1800 W. Erwin on Saturday, June 15, 2013 around 4:35 a.m.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:54:26 GMT
In an effort to get the April explosion off the mind of West residents, the Dallas Mavericks came to West to put on a cheer and basketball clinic. Kids were ecstatic to learn how play dribble and prepareMore >>
In an effort to get the April explosion off the mind of West residents, the Dallas Mavericks came to West to put on a cheer and basketball clinic. Kids were ecstatic to learn how play dribble and prepare a cheer routine the way the Mavs do.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:13:19 GMT
HENDERSON (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) — Cason Weatherton doesn't let physical challenges get in the way of his enthusiasm for sports. He started playing soccer when he was 4 years old, and at age 5, heMore >>
Cason Weatherton doesn't let physical challenges get in the way of his enthusiasm for sports.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 1:05 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:05:17 GMT
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) - General Motors is recalling almost 194,000 SUVs in the United States because an electronic module could short circuit, causing a fire. The vehicles being recalled are 2006 modelMore >>
General Motors is recalling almost 194,000 SUVs in the United States because an electronic module could short circuit, causing a fire.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:16:55 GMT
TEXARKANA (KTBS) - The funeral arrangements for Officer William Jason Sprague have been finalized. Visitation for Officer Sprague will be tomorrow from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., in the atrium at First BaptistMore >>
The funeral arrangements for Officer William Jason Sprague have been finalized.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:16:15 GMT
LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - A 31-year-old Avinger woman was arrested this weekend for failing to register annually as a sex offender.Upshur County Sheriff's Office filed a warrant for Lacey Jean Kersey,More >>
A 31-year-old Avinger woman was arrested this weekend for failing to register annually as a sex offender.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:09:28 GMT
LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - Police arrested a Longview babysitter Sunday on indecency with a child charges.Darrell Gene Pointer, 57, is in the Gregg County Jail on $100,000 bond this morning. He's accusedMore >>
Police arrested a Longview babysitter Sunday on indecency with a child charges.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:01 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:01:20 GMT
Washington (CNN) – President Barack Obama's approval rating dropped eight percentage points over the past month, to 45%, the president's lowest rating in more than a year and a half, according to a newMore >>
President Barack Obama's approval rating dropped eight percentage points over the past month, to 45%, the president's lowest rating in more than a year and a half, according to a new national poll.More >>
FROM TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE: ATHENS (KYTX) - The annual Fourth of July fireworks show at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is coming up on Thursday, July 4. The show will last approximatelyMore >>
The annual Fourth of July fireworks show at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center is coming up on Thursday, July 4. The show will last approximately one-half hour and is one of the biggest in East Texas.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:54:29 GMT
(CNN) -- A plane carrying former President George W. Bush was diverted to Louisville on Saturday night after the pilot reported the smell of smoke. The Gulfstream IV aircraft was traveling from PhiladelphiaMore >>
A plane carrying former President George W. Bush was diverted to Louisville on Saturday night after the pilot reported the smell of smoke.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:19:45 GMT
EAST TEXAS (KYTX) - Thunderstorms over Oklahoma will approach parts of East Texas, mainly along the North of I-30 through late morning. They are expected to weaken as they move into East Texas. GrabMore >>
Thunderstorms over Oklahoma will approach parts of East Texas, mainly along the North of I-30 through late morning. They are expected to weaken as they move into East Texas.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:53:05 GMT
Scanner traffic indicated that a man and woman in a red truck were leading Smith County deputies on a car chase just south of Tyler Sunday morning.More >>
Two people are in jail after Smith County investigators say they attempted to hit a deputy with a car, led officers on a high speed chase and ran off on foot.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 9:47 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:47:29 GMT
(KYTX) - The leaders of eight of the world's top economic powers are meeting in Northern Ireland today. The official discussion is supposed to center around Europe's struggling economy and what can beMore >>
Syria is not formally on the docket, but it is expected to dominate the talks, following President Obama's move to authorize shipments of weapons to rebel fighters.More >>
TYLER (KYTX) - While people in Oklahoma continue to recover from multiple deadly tornadoes, East Texans are chipping in and finding ways to shake out a little extra money to help them on their journey. ItMore >>
While people in Oklahoma continue to recover from multiple deadly tornadoes, East Texans are chipping in and finding ways to shake out a little extra money to help them on their journey.
It was a toe tapping fundraiser, saches, salsa and shaking, with more than 100 people at the UT Tyler Patriot Center Saturday.
TYLER (KYTX) - A sign of tough economic times, the Salvation Army in Tyler says it will have to cut some programs to keep running, and help as many people as possible. Major Ben Lawrence told us todayMore >>
A sign of tough economic times, the Salvation Army in Tyler says it will have to cut some programs to keep running, and help as many people as possible.
Major Ben Lawrence told us today the organization is "simply out of money."
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:42 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:42:51 GMT
TYLER (KYTX) - The emancipation of slaves in Texas is June 19th, or more commonly known as Juneteenth. It was the day slaves in Galveston first learned they were slaved. The word came two years after slavesMore >>
The emancipation of slaves in Texas is June 19th, or more commonly known as Juneteenth. It was the day slaves in Galveston first learned they were slaved. The word came two years after slaves in other places had been freed.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:40:42 GMT
TYLER (KYTX) - The first ever Color Up 5K run was held Saturday at the Rose Tyler Park to help raise funds to help build the second improvement phase of the Tyler Children's Park. Over 3,000 runners showedMore >>
The first ever Color Up 5K run was held Saturday at the Rose Tyler Park to help raise funds to help build the second improvement phase of the Tyler Children's Park. Over 3,000 runners showed up with more than 150 volunteers.More >>
Ankara, Turkey (CNN) -- Turkish riot police used water cannons and tear gas Saturday to clear protesters camped out in an Istanbul park that has become ground zero in anti-government demonstrations targetingMore >>
Turkish riot police used water cannons and tear gas Saturday to clear protesters camped out in an Istanbul park that has become ground zero in anti-government demonstrations targeting the policies of Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan.
At least 29 people were injured in clashes as police took Taksim Square and adjacent Gezi Park, Istanbul Gov. Huseyin Avni Mutlu said in remarks carried on Turkish television stations.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 12:06 PM EDT2013-06-16 16:06:19 GMT
President Obama does not believe his administration has violated the privacy of any American in light of leaked documents detailing sweeping government surveillance programs.More >>
President Obama does not believe his administration has violated the privacy of any American in light of leaked documents detailing sweeping government surveillance programs.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-06-16 15:56:48 GMT
In the last 50 years, fathers have taken on more child care and housework, though women still do the majority, according to a Pew Research study released in March.More >>
In the last 50 years, fathers have taken on more child care and housework, though women still do the majority, according to a Pew Research study released in March.More >>
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. -- Firefighters "are getting the upper hand" on the most destructive wildfire in state history as crews expanded containment with no new houses lost, a Colorado sheriff says. ElMore >>
Firefighters "are getting the upper hand" on the most destructive wildfire in state history as crews expanded containment with no new houses lost, a Colorado sheriff says.More >>
(CNN) -- A World War II German bomber, likely the last of its kind, has been raised from the bottom of the English Channel and will be restored for display in a British museum. "It has been lifted andMore >>
A World War II German bomber, likely the last of its kind, has been raised from the bottom of the English Channel and will be restored for display in a British museum.
"It has been lifted and is now safely on the barge and in one piece," Ajay Srivastava, a spokesman for RAF Museum, told the BBC.More >>
FROM THE TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH: by: Kenneth Dean Loop 49 offers motorists a pristine 26-mile drive from Texas Highway 110 to Interstate 20, but someone armed with a couple of spray paint cans marredMore >>
Loop 49 offers motorists a pristine 26-mile drive from Texas Highway 110 to Interstate 20, but someone armed with a couple of spray paint cans marred one section with graffiti on the overpass at County Road 178 this week.More >>
Tyler, TX (KYTX) -- 9 families in Smith County are starting their weekend with a celebration. 14 children have made it official, and are going home to their forever families as part of Smith County'sMore >>
Tyler, TX (KYTX) -- 9 families in Smith County are starting their weekend with a celebration. 14 children have made it official, and are going home to their forever families as part of Smith County'sMore >>
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Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:18:23 GMT
(CBS/CNN) - Chrysler is expected to explain why its refusing to recall more than 2.5 million jeep SUVs. The National Highway Traffic Safety administration says 51 people have suffered fiery deaths inMore >>
Chrysler is expected to explain why its refusing to recall more than 2.5 million jeep SUVs and another recall on the Nap Nanny infant recliner.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 9:41 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:41:31 GMT
(CNN) - A science-fiction-style project -- which could bring internet access to five billion people across the planet -- is being tested out in New Zealand. Software giant Google is launching balloonsMore >>
A science-fiction-style project -- which could bring internet access to five billion people across the planet -- is being tested out in New Zealand. Software giant Google is launching balloons into the stratosphere -- equipped with wireless technology that could create a truly global network.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 10:13 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:13:03 GMT
(CNN) - An elephant stuck in a well, a really big hornet's nest and flying food trays are all video that will have you talking today. It's not a place you would expect to find an elephant, even a babyMore >>
An elephant stuck in a well, a really big hornet's nest and flying food trays are all video that will have you talking today.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:32:18 GMT
(CNN/CBS) - Hashtags are coming to Facebook. This is to help users better surface conversations. The social network wants to make it easier for users to find content already on Facebook and functionalMore >>
In today's What's Trending report, #Hashtags are coming to Facebook. This is to help users better surface conversations. More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-06-12 14:09:28 GMT
(CNN) - Buying your clothes from thrift stores, also called, "thrifting," is becoming more popular and trendy. An example of how it's grown: Goodwill Industries reported an 83% increase in revenue fromMore >>
Buying your clothes from thrift stores, also called, "thrifting," is becoming more popular and trendy. An example of how it's grown: Goodwill Industries reported an 83% increase in revenue from 2007 to 2012.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:50:52 GMT
(CBS) - Law enforcement from San Francisco and New York are holding a smartphone summit this week. They'll meet with representatives from Apple, Google, Samsung and Microsoft and urge them to create newMore >>
A smartphone summit gets underway this week to tackle the rise in gadget thefts and more than 300,000 Honda Odysseys are being added to a federal probe of faulty air bags.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-06-10 13:53:42 GMT
(CNN/KSDK) - A woman's chance of living at least five years after being diagnosed with breast cancer has gone up from 50% in the 1970's to 85%. But modern science doesn't get all the credit for the healing,More >>
A chair dubbed-- The Healing Chair-- helps seven women recover from cancer. The big brown recliner has been passed down by several ladies who were going through chemo and surgery.More >>
Saturday, June 8 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-06-09 03:48:40 GMT
(CNN) - An Idaho grandmother who believes in living on the edge, jumps off a bridge wearing a chute and a smile. Get this, it was all for her 102nd birthday. Maybe you'll recognize her from appearances.More >>
An Idaho grandmother who believes in living on the edge, jumps off a bridge wearing a chute and a smile. Get this, it was all for her 102nd birthday.
Thursday, June 6 2013 2:16 PM EDT2013-06-06 18:16:46 GMT
(CNN) - In Entertainment News, Michael Jackson's 15 year old daughter Paris is hospitalized this morning. She's recovering after cutting one of her wrists. A family lawyer said Paris is physically fine. OneMore >>
Michael Jackson's 15 year old daughter Paris is hospitalized. More good news for Jennifer Love Hewitt, the actress is engaged.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 10:33 AM EDT2013-06-05 14:33:44 GMT
(CNN) - The apparent kidnapping of a U.S. Marine and the recent arrest of a mother on drug charges. These cases are raising questions about the safety of Americans in Mexico. Americans flock to MexicoMore >>
The apparent kidnapping of a U.S. Marine and the recent arrest of a mother on drug charges. These cases are raising questions about the safety of Americans in Mexico.More >>
Inaugurations have evolved to reflect a changing U.S. and the personalities of the men occupying the office. Here's a look at some of the inaugurations for years past. More >>
