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SWAT team mobilizes in Kilgore to arrest man on federal charges
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – The North Texas Regional SWAT Team executed an arrest warrant in Kilgore on Friday. According to the Kilgore Police Department, the SWAT team responded to 3002 Royal Drive to execute the arrest. Officials said that the individual who was wanted for federal charges “refused to come out and give himself up.” […]
Friday Forecast: Tornado watch until 11 PM for parts of East Texas
A tornado watch is in effect until 11 p.m. Friday for Franklin, Harrison, Henderson, Anderson, Van Zandt, Rains, Hopkins, Upshur, Wood, Smith, Gregg, Cass, Marion, Morris, Camp and Titus counties. THIS AFTERNOON: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain and storms. A few strong to severe storms are possible, with large hail and damaging […]
State to seek death penalty for 2nd person accused of burning, killing Kilgore woman Sheriya Grant
TYLER, Texas — Prosecutors announced Friday they will seek the death penalty for the second of three people accused of burning and killing a Kilgore woman, who has been missing since 2016, and her unborn child. Allen Lamont Sutton Jr., Laneshia Lashae Young and Edward Brager are all charged...
Texas woman found guilty of shooting man during fight in downtown Shreveport
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A woman faces up to ten years in prison after a Caddo Parish jury found her guilty of aggravated battery in a shooting in downtown Shreveport. A news release from the Caddo Parish District Attorney returned the guilty verdict against 37-year-old Jessica Leigh Griffith...
City of Arp to host 2-day Strawberry Festival
ARP, Texas (KETK) — The City of Arp will host a two day Strawberry Festival where people can expect live music, activities and food trucks. According to a release, the event will be held on April 27 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and April 28 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. People can expect […]
Man accused of threatening people with butcher-style knife at East Texas park arrested
KILGORE, Texas — A man accused of threatening people, including police officers, with a butcher-style knife was arrested at a Kilgore park Tuesday night. According to the Kilgore Police Department, the man was actively threatening several people at the downtown city park. When he refused to follow orders, an officer used a 40mm less lethal launcher that hit the man in the stomach, causing him to immediately fall to the ground.
Records: National president of Ugly Man Cossacks arrested in connection to murder
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - A Kemp man was arrested Tuesday in suspicion of leading an outlaw motorcycle club in the murder of an East Texas motorcyclist. Kevin Dale Higgins, 57, was charged with direct street gang activities, a first degree felony, in connection with the motorcycle club Ugly Man Cossacks. The Cossacks have been reported on for the murder of Brandon Edwards, of Ben Wheeler, who was shot to death in Arp on May 2, 2022, for his membership in a rival club. According to an affidavit for Chad Michael Crowell, 38, of Eustace, Higgins is believed to be the national president of the Ugly Man Cossacks, and ultimately gave the order that resulted in Edwards’ death.
Avalon Faire offers medieval fun for 2 more weekends in Kilgore
KILGORE, Texas (KLTV) - If you long for the good old days, well, we have some exceptionally old days you can visit. We’re talking about the Avalon Faire happening for two more weekends at 1076 FM 1252 West near Kilgore. We visited the faire on Sunday, and you’d better plan your day well if you want to catch everything.
Police arrest East Texas 'contractor' accused of scamming multiple customers
KILGORE, Texas — **EDITOR'S NOTE: The video above is from a November 2023 interview with a victim of Terrones'. An East Texas contractor accused of scamming multiple customers is now behind bars. According to Gregg County judicial records, Ignacio "Nacho" Terrones Jr., 33, of Kilgore, was arrested by the...
‘I hope no parent ever has to go through this’: Ron Horaney’s mother reacts to arrests made in case
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) — After eight years, the Longview community has gotten answers on the death of prominent businessman Ron Horaney. His mother spoke with KETK on Wednesday after two arrests were made. On May 30, 2016 Horaney was found dead in his home from multiple gunshot wounds. On Tuesday, Reza Kamali, 87 of Longview, […]
First-year coach helps Arp’s Lady Tigers enter softball playoffs with confidence
ARP, Texas (KLTV) - It’s time for softball playoffs and for Arp, the Lady Tigers have been in somewhat of a drought. They haven’t been in the playoffs since 2017, but all of that has changed under their first-year head coach. Brandon Jones has this program turned around...
City of Whitehouse to begin construction on new community center
WHITEHOUSE Texas (KLTV) - The City of Whitehouse is set to begin the latest phase of its strategic plan. The building at 109 East Main Street will be renovated into the city’s community center. Mayor James Wansley says the city saw the need for a new gathering space for residents.
Crash involving 18-wheeler blocking traffic on I-20 in Kilgore
KILGORE, Texas — A crash involving an 18-wheeler is blocking traffic on I-20 in Kilgore. According to the Kilgore Fire Department, the two-vehicle crash occurred in the southbound lanes of I-20 at the Hwy. 259 off-ramp. Drivers are asked to avoid the affected area. Details concerning injuries are unknown...
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