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U-Haul Expands in Tyler with New Neighborhood Dealer at Mak Auto Repair Center
U-Haul has expanded its presence in Tyler by partnering with Mak Auto Repair Center as a new U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer, giving East Texas residents another location to rent moving equipment and purchase moving supplies.

Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago1 min read


108,000+ Texas Households Estimated to Be Without Air Conditioning as Extreme Heat Continues
As dangerous heat continues to impact Texas with temperatures expected to climb above 100 degrees in many areas, new data shows more than 108,000 households across the state may be without air conditioning.

Donovan Bridgeforth
7 days ago2 min read


Rusk Residents Raise Concerns Over Rusk Police Chief Selection
Questions continue to surround the City of Rusk’s search for its next Chief of Police as residents raise concerns about the transparency of the hiring process and the selection process that led to the appointment.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 202 min read


RCCOO Launches "Get Groovy for School" Fundraising Campaign
The Rusk County Community Outreach Organization (RCCOO) is gearing up to make the upcoming school year brighter for local youth.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 132 min read


Storytelling Over Status: Cico P Encourages East Texas Artists to Embrace Their Identity
A TXAN 24 News interview with artist Cico P offers a simple but powerful message for rappers across East Texas: success isn’t about luxury or appearances—it’s about authenticity and storytelling.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 102 min read


Texas Records Most Animal-Related Deaths in U.S., Study Finds
Texas recorded more animal-related deaths than any other state between 1999 and 2024, according to a new analysis of federal mortality data by outdoor recreation website Outforia.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 81 min read


Rainwater’s Comments Ignite Debate Over East Texas Hip-Hop Talent
Comments made by Rainwater, the longtime manager of the late Dallas rapper Mo3, have sparked widespread debate across East Texas after he questioned the level of rap talent coming out of “The East”.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 271 min read


Texas Launches New Design System to Modernize State Government Websites
The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) has launched the Texas Design System, a new statewide toolkit designed to help agencies create more accessible, user-friendly and consistent government websites.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 91 min read


Whistleblower Fired After Concerns at Jacksonville Senior Living Facility Were Verified
A whistleblower who helped expose care and oversight concerns at Countryside Senior Living of Jacksonville has been terminated from employment after state investigators and the facility’s ownership verified multiple issues previously reported by current and former employees.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 82 min read


CP Senior Living's response to Allegations at Countryside Senior Living of Jacksonville
We acknowledge the seriousness of these allegations and the concern and distress they may cause.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 272 min read


Allegations of Care, Medication, and Oversight Concerns Surface at Jacksonville Living Facility
Allegations involving resident care practices, medication handling, and administrative oversight at a Jacksonville assisted living facility has invited questions about compliance standards and regulatory enforcement in long-term care settings.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 272 min read


Texas Records Nation’s Highest Number of Preventable Traffic Deaths, Study Finds
Texas ranks eighth in the nation for preventable fatal crash rates, but leads the country in the total number of annual deaths linked to avoidable crashes, according to a new analysis of federal traffic data.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 271 min read


Texas Ranks Fourth Nationally in New Naturalization Risk Study
Texas ranked fourth nationwide in a newly released “Naturalization Risk Score” study analyzing citizenship rates and English proficiency among foreign-born residents using U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey data from 2020 through 2024.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 201 min read


Three Jacksonville Teens Arrested After Palestine Chase, Gun Shop Burglary Investigation
Three 16-year-old Jacksonville residents were arrested following a vehicle and foot chase in Palestine Sunday morning, according to the Palestine Police Department.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 181 min read


Tyler Legacy Student Surrounded Before Being Jumped On Campus, Video Appears to Show
A video circulating on social media showing a fight involving students at Tyler Legacy High School has sparked backlash online after many viewers claimed the student seen defending herself may also face disciplinary action.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 151 min read


Berry, van den Ham Lead East Texas A&M at SLC Championships
East Texas A&M opened the Southland Conference Outdoor Championships with a strong showing Thursday, highlighted by a 1-2 finish in the women’s pole vault at Homer Bryce Stadium.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 151 min read


USDA Report: Hyena Was Being Walked “Like a Dog” Before Attack at East Texas Facility
A federal inspection report says a hyena involved in an attack at an East Texas animal facility was being walked through a public area on a thin dog leash before a guest was seriously injured.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 141 min read


East Texas A&M Athletics Celebrates 67 Spring Graduates
East Texas A&M University Athletics is celebrating 67 current student-athletes and staff members participating in Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies this weekend.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 81 min read


Graduation Tribute for College Student Lost to Gun Violence
Keion Dewayne Redd, 24-year-old Jacksonville College student, will be remembered during an emotional graduation ceremony when his mother will accept his degree on his behalf, honoring the life and future of the young man killed by gun violence in Smith County just weeks before he was set to graduate

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 81 min read


Tanner Horner Sentenced to Death in Wise County for murder of Athena Strand
Tanner Horner, who confessed to the November 2023 killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand, was given the death penalty sentence Tuesday by a Wise County jury.

Donovan Bridgeforth
May 51 min read
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