KYTX-TV (Tyler, TX)

KYTX is a CBS-affiliated TV station that operates on virtual channel 19 and UHF digital channel 18. It serves the areas of Tyler and Longview in Texas and is licensed to Nacogdoches. The station is owned by Tegna, Inc. KYTX shares its facilities with KCEB, a MeTV affiliate that is owned by London Broadcasting Company. Both stations are based in a studio near Loop 323 in southeastern Tyler, while their transmitter is situated near State Highway 110 in rural east-central Cherokee County, northeast of Gallatin.

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#255081

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#63078

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Man accused of sexually assaulting 4-year-old almost two years ago now in custody

3 days ago | cbs19.tv | Rania Kaur

SAN ANTONIO — A man is in jail, accused of sexually assaulting a four-year-old almost two years ago. He was arrested Thursday after police say he evaded arrest. Court documents show he was babysitting the child when the assault happened back in September of 2023. The four-year-old complained to her mom about being in pain and told her what happened. The mother took the little girl to the hospital and after an examination, DNA connected Michael Moreno III, 20, to the sexual assault.
OFFICIALS: East Texas coach arrested for failing to report relationship between another coach, student

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Reagan Roy

WOOD COUNTY, Texas — A Winnsboro High School coach has been arrested after allegedly failing to report a relationship between another staff member and a student, according to the Wood County Sheriff’s Office. On Monday, investigators arrested Jared Alan Lancaster at his home in Winnsboro. Authorities say Lancaster failed to report a known relationship involving another coach and a student.
Arrests, citations during East Texas lake mud boat races spur safety concerns

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Robin Richardson

HARRISON COUNTY, Texas — Multiple arrests at this past weekend’s Caddo Lake mud boat fun run have led to discussions about better ways to protect the largest naturally formed lake in Texas. “I’m sure you’re all aware of the mud races at Caddo Lake. That was quite an ordeal,” Lt. Dwight Mays with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office told commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting.
Man pleads guilty to plotting to stalk, kill East Texas woman

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

TYLER, Texas — A man on Monday pleaded guilty to plotting to stalk, kidnap and kill his friend's ex-girlfriend in a Smith County courtroom. Brad McKinney, 53, entered a guilty plea to conspiracy to commit capital murder while renumeration during a hearing in the 7th District Court. His sentencing hearing was then set for July 31, according to online judicial records. The charge is a first-degree felony that carries a punishment range of five to 99 years to life in prison.
Texas man pleads guilty to 2024 drunk driving crash that killed 2 passengers

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

TYLER, Texas — A Tyler man pleaded guilty to killing his two passengers while driving drunk in March 2024. Jose Luis Bravo Jr., 22, pleaded guilty to two counts of intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle on Monday in the 7th District Court for a March 24, 2024 crash, according to judicial records. His sentencing will be held July 24 in the 7th District Court. The wreck caused the deaths of Jose Bravo Delgado and Santa Lucia Bravo, documents said.
Sen. Bryan Hughes says he'll focus on Texas Senate, won't enter attorney general race

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

TYLER, Texas — Despite any speculation, state Sen. Bryan Hughes says he does not intend to run for the Texas attorney general seat. The AG seat became open after incumbent Ken Paxton announced he will run in the Republican primary to challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in March 2026. Hughes, R-Mineola, said on Monday that he and his wife, Leyla, were honored to have many people encourage him to run for attorney general.
Man accused of scamming elderly East Texas resident over false roof repairs

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

POLK COUNTY, Texas — A man accused of scamming a senior citizen in an East Texas retirement community out of thousands of dollars was arrested. Matthew “Billy” Boyce, 38, was arrested in Athens on June 20 on an exploitation of the elderly charge, and he was later transferred back to the Polk County Jail, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
East Texas lawmakers react to Gov. Abbott's veto of THC ban, calls for special legislative session

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

TYLER, Texas — After Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed the bill that would've banned THC products, state Sen. Bryan Hughes, who represents a large part of East Texas, says the plan is to restructure the bill to stop kids from accessing THC and adding quality control for adults. On Sunday, Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3 and called for a special legislative session to establish a regulatory framework for the substance. The special session will start July 21.
East Texas sheriff reaches six-figure settlement with former deputy in lawsuit claiming retaliation

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

PANOLA COUNTY, Texas — Panola County Sheriff Cutter Clinton agreed to a six-figure settlement with a former deputy, who Clinton ran against in the 2024 Republican primary, to dismiss a federal lawsuit claiming the sheriff retaliated against his opponent. In a statement, the Hightower, Franklin, and James, PLLC, the law firm representing former Panola County Deputy Jeffery Dale Martin, announced Clinton agreed to settle Martin's claim through a six-figure payment.
Former employee accused of making threats against East Texas Christian camp arrested

4 days ago | cbs19.tv | Zak Wellerman

LIVINGSTON, Texas — A former employee of an East Texas church camp accused of making threats to the kids and staff was arrested this weekend. Mario Bernal, 23, of Vernal, Utah, was booked into the Polk County Jail Sunday night on a terroristic threat charge in connection with allegations of making threats toward Camp Cho-Yeh, a Christian summer camp in Livingston, the Livingston Police Department said. Police said Bernal used to be an employee at the camp.