- Libertarian convention prepares candidates for the year
- Liz Carpenter dies at 89
- Prankster arrested for impersonating officer
- House and movie theater hit in early morning crashes
- House passes healthcare reform bill
- Weather factor in fatal accident
- Congressman Hensarling makes final effort against healthcare
- Tyler man auditions for NBC show
Economic News
Obama, Democrats lobbying hard for health vote
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders lobbied intensively for historic health care legislation Friday, striving to resolve a last-minute dispute over Medicare while gaining another precious "yes" 48 hours ahead of a climactic vote.
Stocks fall as worries about Greek debt return
NEW YORK – Stocks halted their steady climb Friday after renewed concerns about Greece's ability to pay its debts left investors questioning a global economic recovery.
Credit scores can drop after getting loan help
WASHINGTON (AP) — Some homeowners who sign up for the government's mortgage assistance program are getting a nasty surprise: Lower credit scores.
House Dems on track for vote on $940B health bill
WASHINGTON – House Democrats are on track for a Sunday vote on sweeping health care legislation that will expand coverage to millions of uninsured while also reducing the federal deficit, leaders said Thursday.
US ambassador urges China cooperation on Iran
BEIJING (AP) — Beijing needs to take seriously American concerns about the value of the Chinese currency, but bilateral disputes should not impede cooperation on global issues such as climate change and Iran's nuclear program, the U.
Carrier may cut lines at Tyler plant
TYLER — Carrier made an announcement Friday they are considering closing some of their manufacturing lines at the Tyler plant.
China unyielding on yuan as U.S. raises pressure
WASHINGTON/BEIJING – China on Wednesday rejected criticism of its exchange rate policies and said it was being made a "scapegoat" after the U.
Does it violate Christian principles to tell people not to fill out the Census?
Tyler— Does it violate Christian principles to tell people NOT to fill out the Census? The "National Coalition of Latino Clergy and Christian Leaders" is urging illegal immigrants to boycott the census and NOT fill it out.
Man who secretly videotaped ESPN's Erin Andrews gets 30 months in prison
Barrett, 48, of Westmont, Ill.
Moody's Says U.S., U.K. move closer to losing credit rating
March 15 - The U. S.
Stocks higher on surprising retail sales growth
Stock futures extended their gains Friday after retail sales unexpectedly rose in February, raising hopes that the economy may be gaining momentum.
What to do with the millions of illegal aliens?
Tyler— The Obama administration taking heat from activists who say they're not doing enough to further rights of people in this country illegally.
Parents get a break on their taxes
There's one benefit to having children besides the joy they can bring you: tax breaks.
Federal budget deficit breaks record
WASHINGTON — The government ran up the largest monthly deficit in history in February, keeping the flood of red ink on track to top last year's record for the full year.
Democrats, White House close in on health bill
WASHINGTON – A final agreement nearly in hand, President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders are about to embark on one last sales job that will determine the outcome of the president's signature health care overhaul.
Even if you quit your job should you be entitled to "mailbox money?"
Tyler— Congress passed more money for unemployment checks to continue.
Bank of America ends overdraft fees on debit cards
NEW YORK – Bank of America customers will soon be unable to spend more than they have in the accounts linked to their debit cards.
