Good morning, Longview.

Pride East Texas Longview will host the 2025 Longview Pride Celebration from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. inside the Maude Cobb Convention Center—vendors, food trucks, and family activities including tethered hot air balloon rides and a kids obstacle course will be on offer.

Longview police arrested 27 year old Dominique Johnson on Sunday after a Saturday night shooting on the 200 block of Melba Street that left Isaiah Ross dead—officers in Kilgore worked together to bring him into custody and he is now held in Gregg County Jail.

East Texas Comic Con will be held June 28-29 at Longview Exhibit Building, where fans can explore comics & anime, sci-fi, video gaming and card gaming.

The multi-day event will offer a range of pop culture experiences for attendees.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke in Tyler today and said more than 8,000 smoke shops near schools are luring youth, so Senate Bill 3 would ban THC if signed by Abbott in September—business owners warn the ban could harm those using THC for pain and mental health.

Patrick also defended bills that will add prayer time and the Ten Commandments in classrooms while continuing his tour to El Paso and Abilene.

Great Texas Balloon Race & Festival

7 PM – 11 PM — Longview Convention Complex — Check website for costs — Witness stunning balloon flights and enjoy musical entertainment throughout the festival.

iTRI365 - Up & Away Run & Ruck

1-3 p.m. — 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX — Entry fee applies — Experience a charitable run and ruck amidst the stunning Texas Balloon Race while supporting local recovery services.

MotoXtreme Circus Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Longview Rodeo Arena — Tickets from $10 — Experience an action-packed performance with thrilling circus acts.

On-Site Tour at Parkview Independent Living

9 AM - 7 PM — Parkview Independent Living — Free entry — Explore a vibrant community offering exceptional amenities and activities for seniors.

Jr. Robotics: VEX GO Camp

8 AM – 12 PM — LeTourneau University — Cost varies — A hands-on robotics camp where young campers explore STEM concepts and build their own robots.

East Texas Comic Con

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — Tickets available soon — Show and meet special guests, browse vendors and artists, participate in panels, and showcase your cosplay skills.

City of Longview Fireworks & Freedom Celebration

4-10:30 p.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a free concert and the biggest fireworks show in East Texas.