New IER report finds blue states averaged $3.69 a gallon in 2026 vs $3.14 in red states, a 55-cent gap. It points to decades of taxes, carbon programs and refinery rules, with West Coast policies driving much of it.
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New IER report finds blue states averaged $3.69 a gallon in 2026 vs $3.14 in red states, a 55-cent gap. It points to decades of taxes, carbon programs and refinery rules, with West Coast policies driving much of it.
Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft and Epstein survivor Dani Bensky will be witnesses at acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing.
There were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries from the current flooding.
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U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the tariffs were necessary to ensure American workers and businesses can compete on a level playing field.
Anthony Michael Hall became a household name after playing Brian Johnson in John Hughes’ "The Breakfast Club" in 1985, and now he’s headed back to school!
Air quality alerts now stretch across at least 17 states, from Minnesota to New Hampshire and Virginia.
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President Trump has overturned a temporary pause on traffic stops conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
The U.S. military ramped up strikes on Iran on Thursday; the strikes moved further north in Iran.
MERKEL, Texas (BCH Sports) - In Wes Wood's second season as head coach, the Merkel Badgers seemed to come out of no where in 2025 to earn a playoff berth. Who also seemed to come out of no where? Merkel's quarterback, Easton Malone. The Merkel Badgers seemingly have a moose at quarterback, he mig...
The U.S military will start conducting required "testosterone deficiency" tests for troops who are 30 and older.
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The District 2-5A Division I championship is expected to be decided with this one. The Abilene High Eagles host the Amarillo High Sandies at Shotwell Stadium. Black and Gold against Black and Gold. Mike Fullen and the Eagles enter this season's match up with three st...
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President Donald Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton.
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Members of the Abilene Christian football team went to Fire Station No. 5 and the Abilene Police Department Headquarters to celebrate first responders ahead of ACU's Salute to Service game on Nov. 21. The Wildcats not only got to thank first responders for what they ...
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Wylie ISD School Board selected the Region 14 Education Service Center on Monday to assist in its search for a new superintendent. This comes after the district announced in May that Superintendent Joey Light would be retiring at the end of September 2027. Wylie I...
Clyde residents packed City Hall on Tuesday night, urging city leaders to reject a proposed lease tied to a potential future AI data center.
Students at TSTC are spending months training for careers maintaining and restoring the electrical grid.
CISCO, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Cisco Loboes are coming off one of the best seasons since the Loboes won their first state title in 2013. Although the Loboes have been to the quarterfinal round 4 times since being crowned state champs, the Loboes' 2025 playoff run broke a lot of brackets... inclu...
AI tools built into Google's search engine present an "unacceptable" risk for kids, according to a report published Wednesday by Common Sense Media.
Veterans Affairs and Health and Human Services signed a memo this week to improve cooperation on psychedelic drug trials that might lead to new treatments for veterans and others suffering from mental health conditions.
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Damon stars in the upcoming adaptation of "The Odyssey," directed by Christopher Nolan.
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Abilene Zoo is celebrating a major milestone this weekend, marking 60 years of connecting the Big Country with wildlife. The zoo's annual Zippity Zoo Day will take place Saturday, featuring a full day of family-friendly activities, animal encounters and birthday f...
Firefighters in Kansas City responded to a strange request after receiving a call to assist a man who had become trapped in a porta-potty.
Mark Aldridge, owner of Mark Aldridge Custom Homes, discussed his transition from church ministry to custom home building and shared his perspective on the Abilene housing market during an appearance on the Abilene People podcast.
While the world’s top soccer players took center stage at the FIFA Club World Cup, an Abilene youth soccer coach got a close-up look at the international...
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – As the Abilene Zoo celebrates a season of new arrivals, it's turning to the community for help naming its newest baby giraffe. Zoo staff have narrowed the choices to three names: To cast a vote, visit the Abilene Zoo's Facebook page and comment with the name you think...
From tinted sunscreen to SPF setting spray, let's protect our skin and look dang good doing it.
Leavitt is leaving the show after the upcoming fifth season, while Paul returned in a limited capacity after her legal controversies.
A group of Abilene first responders got a show of appreciation when the Abilene Christian University football team stepped away from summer workouts to visit th
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The National Weather Service has expanded the Flood Watch area to include Scurry, Mitchell, Nolan, Coke, Runnels, Coleman and Brown Counties. The Flood Watch will remain in effect through Friday evening. This includes the towns of Sweetwater, Snyder, Colorado City...
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The president claimed Tuesday that the state's elections are rigged against Republicans.
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