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Mike's Mail Bag: Sarah Palin

Michael Wesp/ KETK News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:07:38 -0600

TYLER - Michael Wesp wants to hear your thoughts on today's issue, Sarah Palin comes to Texas in support of Governor Perry.

Caught in the Web: Video game offers $1 million for perfect game

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:00:37 -0600

Here are some stories we found tonight, "Caught in the Web":

What did you think of the Super Bowl ads last night? Here's a look back:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35290235/ns/business-business_of_super_bowl_...

Video game is offering $1 million to first player to pitch a perfect game:
http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/playback/playback-102/1387919

Australian man sets record by swallowing 18 swords:
http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2010/02/australi...

Super Saints

Danny Elzner / KETK Sports Director — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:45:14 -0600

Who Dat say dey won the Super Bowl?

The Saints.

Drew Brees and Sean Payton talk about beating the Colts.

Point of View: Republicans and Democrats on TV

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:29:51 -0600

TYLER - Neal Barton offers his "Point of View".

Police Still Investigating

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:14:16 -0600

TYLER - Police say they are still investigating who might have placed hidden cameras into Smith County Commissioner Terry Phillips rental house off of Idel Street in Tyler without the tenant's consent or knowledge she was being video taped.

According to police, the female tenant found a camera in her bedroom and then called police.

Police searched the house with a warrant and found several other cameras and recording equipment inside.

Neighbors say they believe the son of Terry Phillips, Lance Phillips had been living in the house and dating the girl.

Break in at Tyler church

Lindsay Landry / KETK News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:54 -0600

TYLER-With the recent church fires law enforcement is on the look out for suspicious activity at places of worship. Monday the focus was on a break in.

Police say shortly before midnight on Saturday they were called out to Heritage Park Baptist Church in Tyler after they were notified that the churches' alarm system had been activated. When they got there the back door was shattered and there was no one in sight.

Police say it's a very bold act considering Heritage Park Baptist sits right on the main drag down South Broadway.

Police investigating double death in Rusk County

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:16:09 -0600

The Rusk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of Matthew Thomas Rawley, and Erica Nicole Rawley, of Frisco, Texas.

At approximately 9:30pm, on Sunday, Rusk County Deputies were sent to the Northern part of the county to the Gator Run RV Park in reference to a welfare concern. The victims were supposed to be leaving the park at 11:00am, Sunday morning, February 7, 2010.

Rep. John Murtha dies at 77

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:32:20 -0600

HARRISBURG, PA. - U.S. Rep. John Murtha, an influential critic of the Iraq War whose congressional career was shadowed by questions about his ethics, died Monday. He was 77.

The Pennsylvania Democrat had been suffering complications from gallbladder surgery. He died at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, Va., spokesman Matthew Mazonkey said.

UPDATE: Club shooting, arrest warrants issued for two men

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:23:49 -0600

***UPDATE***

TYLER - Tyler Investigators have obtained arrest warrants on two suspects involved in the shooting and assault on Markeeth Williams that occurred at Club Skyy, on February 8, 2010.

Tyler police are looking for Joseph Dewayne Williams, B/M, 09/01/1984, for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Gerald Wayne McGee, B/M, 05/05/1983, for Assault Causing Bodily Injury.

If you have any information on their whereabouts please contact the Tyler Police Department or Smith County Tyler CRIMESTOPPERS.

Tyler man pleads guilty to child pornography

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:11:10 -0600

TYLER, Texas - U.S. Attorney John M. Bales announced today that a 37-year-old Tyler, Texas man has pleaded guilty to child pornography violations in the Eastern District of Texas.

Christopher Hull pleaded guilty to an Information charging him with possession of child pornography today before U.S. Magistrate Judge John D. Love.

Michael Jackson's doctor charged with manslaughter

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:46:46 -0600

LOS ANGELES - Michael Jackson's doctor has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in the pop singer's death.

Prosecutors announced the charge Monday against Dr. Conrad Murray, a Houston cardiologist who was with Jackson when he died June 25. He faces up to four years in prison if convicted.

Murray's attorney Ed Chernoff says Murray will plead not guilty.

Jackson hired Murray to be his personal physician as he prepared for a strenuous series of comeback performances in London.

Danica Patrick making NASCAR debut

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:26:56 -0600

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The Danica Patrick circus at Daytona International Speedway will continue with the IndyCar Series driver making her NASCAR debut in Saturday's Nationwide Series race.

"To be the one driving that [GoDaddy.com] car at Daytona means a lot to me,'' Patrick said Monday in a news release. "Racing in the Nationwide Series was my goal during this entire two-month preparation process, but we wanted to make sure it was the right thing to do.''

UPDATE: County Commissioner issues statement regarding improper taping case

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:02:28 -0600

***UPDATE 2***

TYLER - Commissioner and Mrs. Terry Phillips released this statement:

Defiant Iran set to begin higher enrichment of uranium

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:59:50 -0600

IRAN - Iran will begin enriching uranium to 20 percent from Tuesday, the Islamic republic's atomic chief announced on Sunday just hours after being told to do so by hardline President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

The decision raises the stakes in a dispute with the West less than a week after Iran had appeared to accept a UN-drafted nuclear deal on the supply of fuel for a research nuclear reactor in Tehran.

Toyota plans to recall 300,000 Priuses

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:31:13 -0600

TOKYO - Toyota plans to recall about 300,000 Prius hybrids worldwide over a brake problem and will notify the U.S. and Japanese governments Tuesday, a news report said, as a top executive will testify before U.S. lawmakers over recall woes that have tarnished its reputation for quality and safety.

The recall of the gas-electric Prius will cover the latest version of the cars that went on sale since May, Kyodo News agency reported late Monday.

Person hospitalized after hit by vehicle

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:01:17 -0600

TYLER - On Sunday evening, Tyler Police responded to a pedestrian accident in the 7200 block of South Broadway.

A person was hit in the north bound, inside lane of Broadway and had life threatening injuries. He was taken to a local hospital by EMS, and his condition is not known at this time.

Police investigators were called to the scene and the investigation is on-going.

The victim's name has not been released.

Obama will meet with Republicans next week on health care

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:25:58 -0600

WASHINGTON D.C. - President Obama said on Sunday that he will hold a meeting with Republican lawmakers next week, to be followed by a meeting with members of both parties, in an effort to get health care reform legislation back on track.

UPDATE: ATF deems Wills Point fire arson

Michael Wesp/ KETK News and Lacy Beavers / KETK News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:22:59 -0600

***UPDATE***

WILLS POINT - ATF agent Tom Crowley tells KETK the Wills Point fire has been deemed arson.

***UPDATE***

An official with the ATF says they are calling this a suspicious fire. This is due to the signs of forced entry and the recent rash of church fires.

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WILLS POINT, Texas (AP) - The seventh church fire this year in
east Texas destroyed the sanctuary of Russell Memorial United
Methodist Church in Wills Point.

RAIN MOVES OUT, COLDER AIR MOVES IN ....SUNSHINE TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY....A WINTRY MIX LIKELY ON THURSDAY

Scott Chesner / Chief Meteorologist — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:15:59 -0600

7:10 PM MONDAY UPDATE:

Do think Sarah Palin is a viable candidate for the 2012 Presidential Election?

Bob Brackeen / KETK News — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:58:46 -0600

Tyler—

Do you think Sarah Palin would be a viable candidate come the 2012 Presidential Election?

Showers & T-Storms Today... Rainfall Heavy At Times

Katie Green, Meteorologist — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 05:03:53 -0600

A cold front will be moving through the area today, bringing with it rain showers and the occasional thunderstorm. Rain could be heavy at times, otherwise, no severe weather is expected.

Behind today's cold front, very dry and cold air will move in and settle over us through the middle of the week. Expect frigid wind chills tomorrow, in the teens and 20s, with strong north winds gusting to 30 mph at times.

Our next system moves in Thursday and brings the chance for a wintry mix to the forecast. Stay tuned for more details.

FORECAST DETAILS:

Saints Win Super Bowl 44

Phil Kuchinsky — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:48:05 -0600

MIAMI (AP) - The New Orleans Saints stymied Peyton Manning, then
intercepted him to seal the Super Bowl, rallying to beat the
Indianapolis Colts 31-17 Sunday night.
Tracy Porter intercepted a pass from Manning - of all people -
and sprinted 74 yards for a touchdown and a 31-17 lead with 3:12
left. Playing in the Super Bowl for the first time, the Saints went
on a 31-7 run after falling behind 10-0 early.
MVP Drew Brees went 32 for 39 for 288 yards for the Saints,
tying Tom Brady's Super Bowl record for completions.

Showers Increasing Tonight with More for Monday...

Kyle Morris / Meteorologist — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:30:04 -0600

A few light showers have begin developing across northwest portions of East Texas. Any rain that falls before midnight should remain light. After midnight and into Monday morning, showers will become more numerous with some moderate to heavy showers possible, with the potential for a few thunderstorms by Monday afternoon and evening.

House Divided: Colts vs. Saints

Lindsay Landry / KETK News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:51:42 -0600

TYLER - You may have already seen the Colts take on the Saints in the Super Bowl.

Football fans were waiting for months to see who would face off in this game, and everyone had their favorites.

Lindsay Landry, however, found one East Texas couple that truly defines the phrase, "house divided."

Some Light Rain Already Developing...

Kyle Morris / Meteorologist — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 17:32:28 -0600

Sarah Palin joins Governor Perry on campaign trail in Texas

Abby Eden / KETK News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:50:16 -0600

CYPRESS - Right after speaking at the tea party convention, Sarah Palin headed straight to Texas.

She appeared with Governor Rick Perry at a Super Sunday Rally in Cypress.

Governor Perry said the two were there together to promote their beliefs in conservative values, including limited government and low taxes.

Mrs. Palin is campaigning with Governor Perry as he makes a bid for re-election.

Local Republican politicians speak out in forum

Abby Eden / KETK News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:46:01 -0600

GILMER - Republican candidates for everything from county judge to county clerk to commissioners were at a political forum sponsored by the Republican Women of Upshur County.

Candidates discussed transportation, county image, and fundraising for the county.

They also gave their views on the best ways to draw more businesses to the area.

There were about one hundred people at the forum, including our news director and evening anchor, Neal Barton. He was a panelist.

Plant explosion kills at least five, injures a dozen more

Abby Eden / KETK News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:42:01 -0600

MIDDLETOWN, CT - Search and recover teams continue to scour the rubble at the Kleen Energy Power Plant.

A gas explosion killed five workers and injured twelve.

People miles away from the facility said they felt the ground rumble when the explosion occurred.

Officials say construction was ninety-five percent complete.

The plant had been scheduled to go online this summer.

Clouds Again with a Bit of Sun Possible...Rain Tonight???

Kyle Morris / Meteorologist — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:46:55 -0600

It looks like will probably arrive in northern areas sometime this evening, with the potential for a brief period of heavy showers or even thunderstorms by Monday afternoon.

Temperatures on Monday will be in the 50s, but then fall quickly late Monday night as the cold front moves through. Tuesday will see some sunshine, but windy and much colder with highs only in the low-40s. Dry and cold weather will continue on Wednesday with lows in the mid- to upper-20s and highs probably only in the low- to mid-40s.

Clouds Persist but No Rain till Monday...

Kyle Morris / Meteorologist — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:18:46 -0600

A mixture of clouds and some clear skies will continue through tonight and into Sunday, with clouds thickening towards evening. Right now, it looks like rain from that storm will probably arrive in northern areas sometime Sunday evening, with the potential for a brief period of heavy showers or even thunderstorms by Monday afternoon.