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Police officers learn ways to prevent and respond to violence in Texas

TYLER, TX (KLTV)- Tuesday, law enforcement officers from across the state gathered in East Texas to learn more about keeping their communities safe from gangs, drug cartels and school violence. Tuesday was the first time since 1958 that the Texas Police Association met in Tyler.

Smith County Sheriff Larry Smith and Texas Ranger Brent Davis took a ballroom full of officers back to 2010, when a series of arsons destroyed churches all across the region.

In another session, a retired police chief from Massachusetts described the role of local law enforcement during the hunt for the Boston Marathon bombing suspects.

"It could happen anywhere," says guest speaker Tom Shamshak.

Shamshak is now a private investigator and law enforcement analyst.

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Police release surveillance video from Tyler motel murder

(Source: Tyler Police Department)

TYLER, TX (KLTV)- Tyler police have released video surveillance footage from Saturday morning's murder at the American Inn Motel.

In the first segment of the video, which is in color, two suspects are seen walking. Two different suspects are shown in the middle , black and white clip. In the final clip of the video, all four suspects are seen running away.

Investigators from the Tyler Police Department have identified the victim of a murder at the American Inn Motel as 26-year-old Wesley Scott Lester of Tyler.

Tyler man pleaded guilty to smuggling live snakes from Peru to Tyler in his jacket

TYLER, TX (KLTV)- From the U.S. Attorney's Office:

TYLER, Texas – A 63-year-old Tyler, Texas eco-tourism guide has pleaded guilty to smuggling live snakes into the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.

William Lamar pleaded guilty to information charging him with importing wildlife taken in violation of foreign law today before U.S. Magistrate Judge John D. Love.

Try this fruit tart to celebrate National Cherry Tart Day

Try this fruit tart to celebrate National Cherry Tart Day

June 18 is National Cherry Tart Day, and I have an easy recipe to share with you to help you celebrate the day deliciously!

Grab some pre-made pie crust dough if you don't have time to make your own; it works just as well!

Mama Steph’s rustic fruit galette

For the crust:

1 1/4 cup flour

1 1/2 teaspoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

4 oz (1/2 cup, 1 stick, 8 Tbsp) butter, cut into small (1/2-inch) cubes, chilled in freezer at least 15 minutes, preferably an hour

4 to 6 Tbsp ice water

(tip: if you’re pressed for time, use a pastry crust from the refrigerator section; that’s what I used and what you see in the picture! It’s delicious; however, if you have time, it’s fun to try to make  your own crust.)

For the filling:

2-3 peaches, peeled and sliced into thin wedges

1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries, cherries, blackberries, or other favorite fruit

3 TBS sugar

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Feed 3,000 homebound East Texans during Meals on Wheels drive

Feed 3,000 homebound East Texans during Meals on Wheels drive

Donation bins are now placed at East Texas Walgreens stores' checkout counters. 

Your donation will help Meals On Wheels feed over 3,000 homebound East Texans.

For more information, call 593-7385.

Video: Star Trek - Into Darkness movie review

Video: Star Trek - Into Darkness movie review

A movie review by Travis Williams, Amanda Kirby, David McRaney, and Mercer Morrison.

Colonial Hills offers soccer camp for 5-11 year olds

Colonial Hills offers soccer camp for 5-11 year olds

From Colonial Hills Baptist Church:

Get ready for the soccer season by attending the Colonial Hills Baptist Church Soccer Camp!  Skill specific stations mixed in with scrimmaging designed to help the starter or fine tune the elite players.  Camp is designed to promote Christian values while teaching Soccer skills in preparation for the Upward Season.  Fun, Fun, Fun!  

Two mornings, June 25th and 26th, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 

Registration deadline is June 17th!

Ages 5-11 years

Cost is $30.00 which includes T-shirt and a snack (Check made out to Colonial Hills Baptist Church)  

Bring shin guards and a ball!

Bring or Mail Registration Form and Fee To:

Colonial Hills Baptist Church

7330 S. Broadway Ave.

Tyler, Tx 75703

Contact:  Diana Huckabee @ 903-561-9995 Call today and let Diana know you are attending so we can get your shirt in time for camp!!