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Cooper works to maintain their momentum during open week
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Cooper Cougars delivered a thrilling 41-35 come from behind victory over Wichita Falls Legacy on Friday night. They head into Week 9 with a 3-1 record in district play. This week is an open date for Cooper. The Cougars have some momentum right no...
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Help put Thanksgiving dinner on the table for hundreds of Big Country residents
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Halloween is just around the corner, which means the holiday season isn't far behind. The Salvation Army of Abilene is calling on the community for help providing Thanksgiving meals to families in need. Andre Gwinn Sr., the organization’s development ...
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6 special education students kept on school bus in NYC for more than 4 hours: report
A New York City school bus driver and matron were accused of keeping six nonverbal special education students on a bus for more than four hours.
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Abilene's DRI pumpkin patch offers fall fun with a purpose
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Disability Resources Inc. pumpkin patch is back for its second year since reopening after a multi-year hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing fall fun to the Big Country while supporting people with disabilities. The pumpkin patch gives fam...
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'A disgrace to our country': Trump says Omar could go to jail or be deported
Trump says Omar could be deported, face jail time"I think she's a sick -- a very dishonest person
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Trump announces $25 million whistleblower program to reward Americans who expose fraud
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance announced a $25 million whistleblower incentive program Tuesday, offering Americans cash rewards for helping...
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Holiday Schedule
The City of Abilene observes holidays throughout the year. Find out what offices and services will be closed during these holidays.
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Could Ilhan Omar lose her US citizenship? Former immigration judge reacts to probe
Federal agents raided Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington home last week as part of an investigation into her immigration paperwork.
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Explainer: What’s behind the large flock of birds spotted in Anson?
ANSON, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Have you spotted birds swarming across the Big Country? A viewer in Anson captured the impressive sight on video, and the Big Country Master Naturalists and Abilene State Park are identifying the birds. The Big Country Master Naturalists have identified...
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WNBA says Enes Kanter Freedom, Royce White are 'both men' in eligibility dispute
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert told Congress members that ex-NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White are "both men" and ineligible to join the WNBA....
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Creepin’ it real: Abilene homes go all out for Halloween
Editor's note: Did we miss your display? There's still time to be featured! Click here to email us details about your haunted setup for a chance to be included. ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - It's spooky season, and Abilene is embracing the cooler weather, creepy sights and Hallowe...
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DOJ asks judge to block 20,000 ballots in California if demands not met
It’s just the latest chapter in the Justice Department's war on "non-citizen voting."