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Cornyn leads Senate GOP push for special counsel in Hunter Biden probe
WASHINGTON -- Sen. John Cornyn of Texas and 32 other Senate Republicans are demanding special counsel…
Trump lawyers oppose Justice Department request to keep classified information from special master
WASHINGTON -- In a court filing Tuesday, former President Donald Trump's lawyers again questioned if the…
Fauci tempers Biden’s declaration that pandemic is ‘over’
Not so fast, Mr. President. Outgoing presidential COVID adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci on Monday walked back…
Cheney introduces electoral vote bill to avoid repeat of Jan. 6
Republican Representative Liz Cheney introduced a bill Monday that would change how Congress counts presidential electors…
Poll: More Texans support overturning Roe v. Wade
WASHINGTON -- More Texans said they support the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v.…
Lobos’ Hale to announce college choice Wednesday
The highly-anticipated commitment of Longview wide receiver Jalen Hale is almost here.
McClellan: Potato salad recipe to share
Have you ever gone on a "cooking spree" when you tried various versions of the same…
Does Beto have a path to victory? Poll casts doubt
DALLAS -- Beto O'Rourke has made courting independents and Republicans whose votes could be up for…
US contractor released by Taliban after swap for trafficker
Navy veteran and U.S. contractor Mark Frerichs is free after 2 1/2 years of captivity in…
Kyiv’s forces say they have established a bridgehead at key crossing
KYIV, Ukraine -- The Ukrainian military says it has brought soldiers across the Oskil River and…
Queen Elizabeth’s funeral a somber affair, with apparent snubs of Prince Harry, Meghan Markle
A family, country and viewers around the world said goodbye to Queen Elizabeth Monday, the closing…
Biden says ‘pandemic is over’ and inflation will be controlled
President Joe Biden declared the COVID-19 pandemic "over" and said Americans would gain "control" of inflation,…
Report: School book bans have seen an unprecedented surge
If you've read a book in one sitting sometime in the last year, chances are another…
Frustrated McConnell tries to keep focus on inflation, not culture wars
WASHINGTON - The Louisville mother who has sketched out a plan just to pay for groceries.…
Football Friday: What you need to know
What a night, and what (another) performance from Longview's Lobos. Our reporters, photographers and correspondents were…
Tribute show group to perform at Esquire Theatre
Tribute show group Shake Rattle & Roll will perform Oct. 9 at the Esquire Theatre in…
Seven high school students to compete in Miss Gregg County Pageant
Seven young women representing area high schools are set to compete Thursday in the Miss Gregg…
Health inspections: Aug. 29-Sept. 13, 2022
The Longview Health Department inspected these establishments Aug. 29 through Sept. 13. Restaurants generally are inspected…
$22 an hour for fast-food workers in California?
Almost as soon as the ink had dried on California's new fast-food labor law, opponents set…
Texas is among worst states in US for workers, study finds
A new study says Texas is one of the worst states in the country for workers.
Pence says he was ‘angry’ on Jan. 6, not afraid
Former Vice President Mike Pence writes in a forthcoming memoir that he was "not afraid ...…
US inflation tops forecasts, cementing odds of big Fed hike
U.S. inflation was firmer than expected in August, likely keeping the Federal Reserve on track for…
Prince Harry pays tribute to his ‘Granny’
Prince Harry paid touching tribute Monday to his "Granny," Queen Elizabeth II, who died last week…
‘Disgusting’ plea deal for 9/11 mastermind?
A possible plea deal with five remaining al-Qaida terrorists locked up in Guantanamo Bay has some…
Don’t declare Ukrainian victory prematurely, White House warns
WASHINGTON -- Biden administration officials are attempting to tamp down any overly optimistic expectations following Ukraine's…
Beating Manchin to the punch, senator unveils permitting bill
WASHINGTON -- States would be free to develop energy resources on federal lands within their borders,…
A&M sued over efforts to hire diverse faculty
A professor sued Texas A&M University, alleging that a faculty fellowship program aimed at boosting diversity…
A cake that tastes like toasted macaroon
Thanks to a wonderful son who tolerated the travel trials of an old woman, I've been…
Longview High School choir invited to festival in New York, seeks to raise $200K
The Longview High School choir has been invited to participate in a National Youth Mass Choir…
Trump legal team opposes limiting special master review
WASHINGTON -- Former President Donald Trump's legal team said in a court filing Monday that classified…
King Charles III pledges to uphold UK’s parliamentary democracy
King Charles III vowed to uphold parliamentary democracy and follow the "selfless duty" of his mother,…
Harris warns of threats to democracy, looks to codifying abortion rights
Vice President Kamala Harris criticized the Supreme Court, voiced concern about the status of U.S. democracy…
Migrants from Texas: New York, Chicago take different approaches
CHICAGO -- People are arriving here now, too, by the busload.
Answer Line: Longview library screens for bedbugs in books
QUESTION: A friend told me bedbugs can be spread through books. Is this true? Are bedbugs…
Yellen hopeful economy will avoid recession
WASHINGTON -- Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she remains hopeful the U.S. economy can avoid recession,…
Russians fleeing from parts of Kherson, Kyiv says
KYIV, Ukraine -- After their defeat in the eastern Ukrainian region of Kharkiv, Russian troops are…
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office investigating homicide
The Harrison County Sheriff's Office is conducting a homicide investigation after an Avinger man was found…
Congress making strides to fill $3 billion gap for 9/11 first responders health fund, sources say
NEW YORK -- It appears Congress might answer the call of ill 9/11 responders before they…
High School Football, Week 3: We’re live across East Texas
It's Friday night, and you know what that means: High school football.
Texas turning green? Homeowners embrace solar panels, aiming to slash electric bills
A decade ago, Larry Howe was drawn to solar energy and became an early adopter. He…
Gasoline prices: They’re down, then they’re up, now they’re down. But why?
No household staple has been spared the creep of inflation -- not milk and definitely not…
UPS hiring 100,000 seasonal workers
UPS is staffing up for the holiday shipping season by hiring more than 100,000 seasonal workers…
Ex-Trump lawyer: Former client faces ‘very high’ chance of indictment
Donald Trump's onetime lawyer says the former president faces a "very high" chance of being indicted…
Charles III pledges ‘lifelong service’ in first address as king
King Charles III pledged "lifelong service" to his subjects in his first televised address to the…
How a Texas conspiracy theorist’s lies and unpaid tickets landed him in federal prison
DALLAS -- Had he paid his traffic tickets, Jonathan Reynolds likely would have gone about his…
Poll: Most Texas teachers have ‘seriously’ considered quitting
DALLAS -- Roughly three-quarters of Texas teachers say they've seriously considered leaving the profession because of…
Biden administration finalizes end of Trump-era rule for immigrants
WASHINGTON -- The Biden administration released its finalized immigration policy Thursday on the so-called "public charge"…
Drones, choppers, chases: How Texas authorities pursue migrants
EAGLE PASS -- On a sweltering August night, 16 vehicles idled beside a forlorn stretch of…
Senators say vote on election reform bill unlikely until after midterms
WASHINGTON -- A bipartisan group of senators pushing legislation designed to prevent a repeat of the…
DPS denies white nationalist ties, racial profiling of drivers near Mexico border
AUSTIN -- The head of the state police is disputing allegations of racial profiling in Operation…
Longview High School film students in need of funds for contest finals in New York
Longview High School film students have made it to the finals in the All American High…
Business Digest: Sept. 7, 2022
The latest news on new hires, job changes, promotions, awards and more among Longview-area businesses.
Five Department of Public Safety officers face a formal investigation over Uvalde shooting response
Hundreds of law enforcement officers from several local, state and federal agencies have been heavily criticized…
Gov. Greg Abbott touts Texas power grid’s readiness heading into fall, election season
The governor shared the favorable forecast -- which is normal for the fall months -- ahead…
Business Digest: Sept. 7, 2022
The latest news on new hires, job changes, promotions, awards and more among Longview-area businesses.
Are burger wars in Texas heating up? The answer is easier than ordering at In-N-Out
In-N-Out burgers are not bad, honestly, though they are nothing special to write home about. But…
Rural ISD nurse’s office stocking up on NARCAN
(The Center Square) - A rural Texas school district has launched a "fighting fentanyl campaign," which…
It’s Rivalry Week across East Texas
From the gridirons to the courts, it's going to be a big night -- and our…
It’s going to be a big sports night across East Texas
From the gridirons to the courts, it's going to be a big night -- and our…
Answer Line: Police markings should be removed before sale
QUESTION: I've been seeing a lot of vehicles marked 'Police' with flashing light bars, etc. especially…
Spring Hill Intermediate Elementary receives donation of book vending machine
With the help of Greater Longview United Way and Wellness Pointe, Spring Hill Intermediate School recently…
City: Repairing pig-damaged soccer fields simple; prevention more challenging
A city of Longview official said options to keep wild pigs from rooting around in Lear…
Health inspections: Aug. 16-26, 2022
The Longview Health Department inspected these establishments Aug. 16 through 26. Restaurants generally are inspected by…
Arts!Longview celebrates recent sculpture installations
Arts!Longview on Monday celebrated the installation of a new sculpture in the Cultural District with a…
Friday Night Live: Week 1
Along with a live scoreboard, we will have reporters and photographers across East Texas covering tonight's…
Stallard: Advice for high school freshmen
Schools around East Texas are back in session, which means a lot of students are beginning…
Longview ISD elementary campus opens uniform, shoe closet for students in need
Longview ISD's Johnson- McQueen Elementary School recently launched a closet that provides free uniforms and shoes…
High prices, lack of availability put financial strain on East Texas renters
Renters in East Texas are mostly in the same boat.
Johnston-McQueen Elementary opens uniform, shoe closet for students in need
Longview ISD's Johnson-McQueen Elementary recently launched a closet that provides free uniforms and shoes to students…
THE ZONE: Football is bigger in #bEASTTexas
The say everything is bigger in Texas. And that includes football ... especially in #bEASTTexas. And…
Area teams conduct final football tune ups
The countdown to the 2022 high school football season continued on Thursday with the Longview Lobos,…
Area teams conduct final football tune ups
The countdown to the 2022 high school football season continued on Thursday with the Longview Lobos,…
Longview ISD takes measures to reduce bus confusion
Longview ISD's yellow buses were on the roads Saturday as drivers were running their routes to…
Adapting for the future
We are making a change to the delivery of the printed newspaper this week. We will…
Safety in spotlight for Pine Tree, Longview and Spring Hill ISDs
As students return to classrooms, Longview school districts have implemented some safety and security protocol changes…
New Foster Middle School principal wants to show students they have a bright future
Longview ISD's Foster Middle School Principal Chuck Isaac is determined to make an impact and inspire…
2022 TEA Grades: How Gregg County Schools did
For the first time since COVID-19 threw a wrench into education in the Lone Star State…
2022 TEA Grades: What we learned
For the first time since COVID-19 threw a wrench into education in the Lone Star State…
Pine Tree, Longview and Spring Hill ISDs ensure safety precautions as school starts
As students return to school, Longview districts have implemented some changes to their safety and security…
PHOTOS: Tyler Legacy at Longview
Longview and Tyler Legacy tipped off their volleyball seasons Tuesday night in Longview. The Lobos emerged…
New Spring Hill High principal aims to help students with their future
Spring Hill High School will have a new leader this school year in Melinda Tidwell, the…
Hudson PEP Elementary hosts Meet the Teacher night for students, parents
Longview ISD students and teachers are gearing up for the first day of school next week.…
CORRECTION: Trinity School of Texas start date
On Page 4 of the Back to School section in Friday’s News-Journal, the return to school…
STAAR scores for students at Gregg County school districts improve after pandemic dips
Students in Gregg County school districts earned standardized test scores that largely reflect statewide results showing…
New public charter high school in Longview helps advance students’ education
Longview is home to a new public charter high school that aims to offer students an…
Thorsen: Our commitment to Longview remains
In the past 150 years-plus, we have had different names, different owners, different publishers, different sizes,…
‘Very bittersweet’: Sue Wilson retires after 18 years as Hudson PEP principal
Longtime Hudson PEP Elementary School Principal Sue Wilson said as she retires after 18 years leading…
EXPLAINER: How a G-7 ban on Russian gold would work
WASHINGTON — Russia appears to have defaulted on its foreign debt for the first time since…
Crypto rules to make Europe a global leader as prices plunge
LONDON — Europe prepared to lead the world in regulating the freewheeling cryptocurrency industry at a…
Longview ISD student named National Merit Scholar
A recent Longview High School graduate is among the recipients of a National Merit Scholarship.
Former Longview ISD special education teacher arrested in abuse probe
A former special education teacher who worked in an East Texas Advanced Academies classroom in Longview…
From stocks to crypto, a punishing six months for investors
Americans with stock portfolios or retirement investment plans would likely prefer to forget the last six…
Gohmert wants apology from Jan. 6 committee
U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Tyler, described the January 6th Committee hearings as “Soviet-style propaganda.”
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Talking to Strangers | East Texas Moms
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Setting Family Goals :: East Texas Moms
Setting Family Goals :: East Texas Moms I don’t love the term New Year’s Resolution.…