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Africanized bees swarm, kill Texas man

Africanized bees swarm, kill Texas man

A Texas man died after a swarm of Africanized bees disturbed by his tractor attacked, stinging him more than 1,000 times Saturday.
The Astros are the hottest team in baseball

The Astros are the hottest team in baseball

They've won six straight, all on the road. The Houston Chronicle has more on the Astros.
TX DPS offers $7,500 reward for 'Tango Blast' gang member, sex offender

TX DPS offers $7,500 reward for 'Tango Blast' gang member, sex offender

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Robert Anthony Lopez, 48, to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list, and a cash reward up to $7,500 is now being offered for information leading to his capture.
Aggie alumni group awarding 21 scholarships to ETX students

Aggie alumni group awarding 21 scholarships to ETX students

The Tyler / Smith County Texas A&M Club will award 21 scholarships this year to East Texas high school students. The Scholarship Recipients and their  parents will be recognized at a luncheon on Thursday, June 6.

Home builders lacking labor, and concerned about high material prices

CNN Money is reporting that home building is one the rise. But, some markets around the country are seeing a decline in construction workers to get the job done.
Gladewater police looking for vehicles stolen from funeral home

Gladewater police looking for vehicles stolen from funeral home

Gladewater police are investigating the thefts of several vehicles from the Dearion & Davis Funeral Parlor Sunday night.
Morning weather report:  June 4th, 2013

Morning weather report: June 4th, 2013

TODAY: Mostly sunny. High 90. Winds SSE 8-12 mph.
17 rescued in Galveston area during Sunday storms

17 rescued in Galveston area during Sunday storms

The Houston Chronicle is reporting; severe weather capsized several boats near Galveston Sunday, keeping the Coast Guard and other agencies busy with rescue efforts.
Houston woman guns down man in bedroom

Houston woman guns down man in bedroom

The Houston Chronicle is reporting; a woman faces a murder charge after an argument turned deadly Sunday morning.
Central Texas man dies in bee attack

Central Texas man dies in bee attack

The Houston Chronicle is reporting; a hive of Africanized bees has killed a Central Texas man and injured a woman who tried to help him.

Senate continues Farm Bill discussion

The senate is considering a massive, five-year farm bill this week that would set a policy for farm subsidies and Food Stamps. If it passes the senate, the bill is planned to be presented to house later this month.
Heat will play Spurs in NBA Finals

Heat will play Spurs in NBA Finals

Miami, FL (KETK)  The Miami Heat eliminated Indiana Monday night, 99-76. LeBron James  led the way with 32 points. Dwyane Wade added 21. The Finals will being Thursday night.

Kliff Kingsbury praises Johnny Manziel

Tyler, TX (KETK)  New Texas Tech football coach Kliff Kingsbury was Johnny Manziel's quarterback coach at Texas A&M during last year's Heisman season.
Jason Kidd retires from NBA; Mavericks should retire his number from their roster

Jason Kidd retires from NBA; Mavericks should retire his number from their roster

Will Mark Cuban retire Jason Kidd's uniform number? Check out the Big Mac Blog.