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Abilene’s Loop 322 speed limit drops to 65 mph Wednesday after safety study, TxDOT says

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:24:35 GMT

The speed limit on Loop 322 will drop to 65 mph this Wednesday, as Texas officials implement changes based on a detailed safety study, aiming for safer travels.

Police identify 2 killed in Austin mass shooting, say it's too early to determine motive of the shooter

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:32:01 GMT

Three patients remain in critical condition, and one person is expected to be taken off life support, Police Chief Lisa Davis said.

71 Texas lawmakers call on Congress to pause immigration after the Sixth Street massacre

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:35:11 GMT

The state legislators delivered a letter to the Democratic and Republican leaders of Congress as the FBI investigates the shooting spree as potential terrorism.

Clyde city manager resigns after recent arrest

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:07:13 GMT

Rodger Wayne Brown officially resigned Tuesday morning following his arrest last week, city officials confirmed

Crews work to bring down hot air balloon after it crashes into communication tower

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:50:59 GMT

The incident, which left two people trapped in the basket until they were rescued by first responders, has now entered a slow and technical recovery phase.

San Angelo Police Department Assistant Chief completes executive leadership program

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:35:36 GMT

Assistant Chief Craig Thomason has successfully graduated from the Leadership Command College, a prestigious executive level training program.

Awards dinner in Abilene honors outstanding service to crime victims

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:35:08 GMT

The Regional Victim Crisis Center will honor outstanding community service at its annual dinner, highlighting nearly five decades of support for crime victims.

Abilene Police launch 'Key City Volunteers' to boost community ties with non-enforcement roles

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:33:25 GMT

The Abilene Police Department launches Key City Volunteers, inviting residents to bolster patrol operations with non-enforcement duties, deepening community ties.

Operation Nightfall leads to eleven arrests for online solicitation and prostitution in Abilene

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:32:24 GMT

A joint operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies to address online solicitation and prostitution led to eleven arrests in Abilene.

Suspect identified in Austin 6th Street mass shooting

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 01:13:52 GMT

The suspect has been identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne.

FBI investigating 'potential nexus to terrorism' in 6th Street shooting that left two dead, 14 injured | Shooter also killed

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:30:11 GMT

The Austin Police Department says 3 people are dead, including the suspect, and 14 were injured after a shooting just before 2 a.m. The FBI is also involved.

San Angelo police to receive $1.23M in federal funding for technology upgrades

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:17:38 GMT

The San Angelo Police Department will receive federal funding to upgrade critical technology systems

Anson city manager arrested by DHS on attempted enticement of a minor charge

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:55:06 GMT

The Anson city manager was arrested last night on a federal charge of attempted enticement of a minor following an ongoing investigation by authorities

Texas Game Wardens have a warning after what was found on boater's trailer

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:03:00 GMT

Texas Game Wardens posted photos of an invasive plant that a hunter at a Texas lake was recently cited for.

Abilene ISD names Dr. Joseph Waldron lone finalist for superintendent

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:28:52 GMT

Dr. Joseph Waldron named the sole finalist for superintendent of Abilene ISD, bringing extensive leadership experience and strategic vision

Texas county ditches plans to rename highway after Charlie Kirk

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:29:09 GMT

In Central Texas, Bastrop County withdrew a proposal to rename FM 969 after Charlie Kirk. In North Texas, though, Hood County leaders celebrated theirs on Saturday.

Texas will open its first new state park in 25 years this weekend, not far from DFW

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:11:50 GMT

The Palo Pinto Mountains State Park will open its gates to visitors for a soft opening March 1.

Former Odessa Jackelopes goalie to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom after Olympic performance

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:43:38 GMT

Connor Hellebuyck, Olympic Hockey player and former Odessa Jackelope, received the Medal from President Trump.

Resident hospitalized with burns after apartment fire in north Abilene; cause under investigation

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:40:33 GMT

North Abilene apartment fire leaves resident hospitalized with burns, causing $25,000 in damages; cause under investigation

South 14th Street in Abilene undergoes $2.2 million upgrade, causing traffic delays

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:37:47 GMT

Construction on South 14th Street in Abilene seeks to improve safety and infrastructure, but traffic delays expected for seven months

Big Spring High School student arrested after gun found at school, no ongoing threat to campus

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:42:22 GMT

Police were called out to Big Spring High School around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday after a school security guard identified a student in possession of a firearm on campus.

Trooper injured in Big Spring shooting released from hospital, DPS confirms

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:58:21 GMT

The trooper had been at University Medical Center in Lubbock but was discharged on Tuesday.

In Abilene, Abbott endorses Sheets and Hardaway in key Texas races ahead of March primaries

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:38:09 GMT

Abbott emphasized the need for sustained Republican leadership in economic and education

12-year-old Austin girl at center of AMBER Alert found safe

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:23:47 GMT

A suspect connected to the AMBER Alert is facing a charge of harboring a runaway child.

Abilene's Daiquiri Factory offers bold flavors and second chances

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 01:47:46 GMT

Derion Williams transforms challenges into opportunity by launching The Daiquiri Factory, relying on personal savings and family support to offer unique flavors

Apple just announced a major expansion in Houston that's expected to create thousands of jobs

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:29:46 GMT

A 20,000-square-foot facility in Houston will be home to Mac mini production. The city is already producing advanced AI servers for Apple.

Is it safe to cruise to Mexico right now? What those sailing out of Galveston should know

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:31:55 GMT

Cruises sailing out of Galveston include Mexico stops as U.S. officials urge Americans in several regions to shelter in place amid security concerns.

'Send me a sexy pic,' Rep. Tony Gonzales messaged staffer amid allegations of affair, texts show

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:11:59 GMT

Regina Santos-Aviles died after setting herself on fire behind her Uvalde home in September, local authorities said. Gonzales is facing online pressure to resign.

Survivor calls for community action at rally against human trafficking in Abilene

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:42:55 GMT

At rally, survivors and activists urged community vigilance and support to combat human trafficking, emphasizing its local impact

Abilene police detain juveniles in Sherry Lane homicide investigation

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:39:18 GMT

Abilene police detain several juveniles during SWAT-led search at apartment complex in homicide investigation

Teens urged to buckle up as 'Click It or Ticket' campaign fights rising Texas crash deaths

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:10:23 GMT

TxDOT's "Click It or Ticket" campaign targets Texas teens, urging seat belt use to prevent traffic fatalities as teens are involved in 19% of crashes

Shooting in San Angelo sends teenager to hospital

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:04:27 GMT

The condition of the shooting victim is unknown at this time.

Camp Mystic victims' families sue state health agency staff members over deadly July 4 flood

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:01:05 GMT

Families sue Texas health officials, alleging negligence after a tragic flood killed nine at Camp Mystic. They claim ignored evacuation plans worsened the disaster.

Salvation Army assists with Texas Panhandle wildfires

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:12:27 GMT

Salvation Army provides aid as wildfires sweep through the Texas Panhandle

Abilene housing surge boosts motel expansion as workers flood Big Country

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:57:55 GMT

As Abilene's job market attracts more workers, housing scarcity intensifies. A local motel steps up, considering expansion to meet demands

Goodfellow's Medical Group unveils newest flock member

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:06:32 GMT

The Goodfellow Medical Group added its own sheep, officially expanding the flock at Goodfellow Air Force Base.

Fatal shooting on Sherry Lane; Police investigate Abilene's first homicide of 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:58:55 GMT

Abilene police are investigating two overnight shootings. As details and suspect information remain scarce, concerns about community safety are rising.

Fire near Republic Landfill contained; no structures threatened, Abilene Fire Department says

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:40:02 GMT

Firefighters have contained a 30-50 acre wildfire near the Republic Landfill, with no evacuation necessary. Crews remain on-site to ensure no flare-ups occur.

Air Tankers from Abilene help contain 9,000-Acre wildfire in Texas Panhandle

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:34:57 GMT

Air tankers from Abilene bolster efforts to contain wildfires in Texas Panhandle as 9,000 acres burn. Crews swiftly refuel for relentless aerial support

Hoax threat forced Central High School evacuation; authorities investigate

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:44:00 GMT

Central High School students evacuated the campus earlier today after a voicemail indicated a possible threat.