Weather
Tyler Residents to Get New Yard Drains to Address Flooding
City Council approves plan to install additional curb inlets and drainage pipes in flood-prone areas
Smith County House Fire Ruled Accidental
Blaze started in attic near chimney, then rekindled hours later
Readers Share Best Winter Storm Fern Photos
Local newspapers showcase reader-submitted images from the recent winter weather event.
Lifestyle
Smith County Approves New Low-Cost Pet Clinic
The new facility will offer affordable spay/neuter and vaccination services in Tyler.
UT Tyler Awards Scholarships to East Texas High School Students
The university is recognizing students who have excelled academically and made community contributions.
Texas Man Sets World Record for Paper Planes Folded in One Hour
Richard DeFreece folds 250 functional paper planes, besting the previous record of 200.
Crime
Man Accused of Child Sexual Assault Wanted by Texas Authorities
Filiberto Rodriguez-Mora has $1.25 million in warrants and is believed to be hiding with relatives
Top DUI Attorney in Tyler, TX, Wins Significant Case
Davidson Law Office secures victory for client in State v. Schwartz case
Patrick Mahomes Sr. Faces Possible 10-Year Sentence for Probation Violation
The father of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is back in jail after allegedly violating probation terms by drinking alcohol.
Sports
Lions Top Hallsville to Clinch Playoff Spot
Tyler High School basketball team secures postseason berth with victory on Senior Night
Tyler Legacy set to open 2026 softball season Tuesday vs. Nacogdoches
Lady Raiders have no seniors, look to build on 6-19 record from last year
NSU Falls to No. 1 Texas-Tyler in Five Innings
Northeastern State held the top-ranked Patriots scoreless through three innings before a pair of big innings led to an 8-0 defeat.
Entertainment
Tyler, The Creator Wins First Best Album Cover Award At 2026 Grammys
The cover for Tyler's 'Chromakopia' album took home the inaugural Grammy for Best Album Cover.
Behind the Scenes of The Princess Bride Shadow Cast
East Texas Living gets an exclusive look at the upcoming shadow cast performances in Tyler
Tyler Legacy Senior Earns 2026 Texas All-State Choir Honor
Vera Banta will perform with the prestigious TMEA All-State Mixed Choir in San Antonio
