A special needs inmate housed at the Cherokee County Jail was reportedly tased by detention officers in a recent incident that has sparked c

Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, began in Galveston, Texas. On June 19, 1865—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation—Union General Gordon Granger arrived to enforce the freedom of enslaved people in Texas.

A group of demonstrators gathered Saturday afternoon at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and Fourth Street, holding signs and chanting…

If an independent law enforcement agency — such as the Texas Rangers or FBI — steps in, Cherokee County may face its most serious public…

The Alamo isn’t just a mission—it’s the heart of Texas’ fight for independence. In 1836, about 200 Texian defenders, including names like Davy Crockett, James Bowie, and William B. Travis, stood against thousands of Mexican troops led by General Santa Anna.

From 1836 to 1845, Texas operated as an independent nation—the Republic of Texas. After winning independence from Mexico, Texans elected Sam Houston as president and even established their own currency, postal system, and navy.

The Texas flag, known as the "Lone Star Flag," is more than just a symbol—it's a bold statement of identity. Officially adopted in 1839 during the Republic of Texas era, the design features a single white star on a blue vertical stripe, flanked by horizontal white and red stripes.

A new study from criminal defense law firm Summit Defense reveals that Texas ranks fourth in the nation for compensation paid to wrongfully

On Saturday, Dr. Candice Matthews led a powerful remembrance at Cuney Homes, the birthplace of George Perry Floyd, Jr., marking five years s

The first page of each of the three aforementioned men’s TCOLE report can be seen below:

Gun violence is tearing families apart — in East Texas and across the country.

In a unanimous decision on May 15, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a lower court ruling in Barnes v. Felix, rejecting the Fifth…

A high-profile demonstration is set for Wednesday, May 21st at noon outside the Tyler Police Department…

In a detailed walk-through of the Harris County Jail this morning, Dr. Candice Matthews and Student Minister Dr. Abdul Haleem (Robert)…

As Lindale High School prepares for its May 23, 2025, graduation ceremony, controversy is mounting over the district’s strict graduation..,

In a move toward transparency and accountability, Dr. Candice Matthews, Dr. Muhammad, and their team are conducting an official walkthrough

TYLER, Texas (TXAN 24) - In a powerful and emotional interview, Houston activist Quanell X sits down with a man who claims his life and...

TXAN 24 News spoke with Dr. Candice Matthews about recent allegations made by a man named Ricky Jason.

TXAN 24 News spoke directly with Dr. Candice Matthews a national civil rights leader and Statewide Accountability Chair about why she is requesting TCOLE records related to Tyler Police Department.

Dr. Candice Matthews spoke directly with TXAN 24 New and explained to us what a Level III (Level 3) retention holster is and how it works…