Proposed 44-acre RV park, near Lake Fort Phantom, heads to Abilene City Council for vote
Dobbs Holdings LLC is asking the City of Abilene to approve a conditional use permit for the 44-acre development located at 6702 East Lake Road.
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Nicaragua's Ortega says country will not have 'any more elections'
Nicaraguan leader Daniel Ortega said that his country will not have "any more elections," preventing any potential challengers from running against him....
House prepares vote on bill restricting congressional stock trading
House lawmakers will vote on a bill this week restricting members of Congress’ ability to trade stocks, a long-desired move by Americans who broadly support a b...
Statewide & local Democratic candidates speak to voters
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Statewide and local Democratic candidates spoke to a packed room at the South Branch of the Abilene Public Library. “I'm here to support the Democratic Party because I'm concerned about the data center and the way the country's being run by the Republ...
Report: White House seeks deal with concerned GOP senators for Blanche's advance
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis are withholding critical votes for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation.
VOTE: Is the cost of the Iran conflict worth it if it protects US national security?
Do you think the financial cost of the Iran conflict is worth it if it protects U.S. national security?
Jury selection continues for trial of Lindsay Clancy over the deaths of her 3 children
Jury selection continues on Tuesday for the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Duxbury mother accused of killing her three young children in 2023.
RNC fights to block 'never residents' from voting in US elections
The question of who is eligible to vote in U.S. elections has been dominating conversation from Capitol Hill to the courts.
Chinese entities obtained US voter registration files of military members: report
President Donald Trump said that China obtained U.S. voter registration files, such as military members who were deployed overseas.
Teen Night Mini-Game Madness
Event date: July 24, 2026 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM Location: 2250 Ambler Avenue Abilene, TX 79603 Description: Teen Night: Mini-Game Madness Mini-Game Madness packs the night with quick board g......
Legal analyst weighs potential investigations after Trump releases election documents
The White House's release of a trove of newly declassified intelligence documents is intensifying the debate over election security.
Bill Maher said he could potentially vote for Vance if Democratic candidate is socialist
HBO host Bill Maher said over the weekend that he could potentially vote for Vice President J.D. Vance in 2028.
VOTE: Should states tighten voting laws to prevent non-citizen and non-resident voting?
Should states tighten voting laws to prevent non-citizen and non-resident voting?
Trump admin urges states to tighten election security as Maryland defends voter safeguards
The Trump administration is escalating its push for states to strengthen election security ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, urging election officials to rem...
Is China friend or foe? Trump's election claims raising questions about Xi's US trip
President Donald Trump revived accusations of Chinese interference in U.S. elections during a Thursday night address to the nation.
Declassified documents spotlight claims China acquired US voter data
Newly declassified intelligence documents are providing additional details about potential foreign threats to U.S. election.
Homeland Security secretary pushes states to crack down on noncitizen voting
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin urged states to work with the Trump administration to root out noncitizen voters and fortify their voting machines against election meddling....
Democratic senator calls for Trump's impeachment after primetime speech
Massachusetts's Ed Markey urged his congressional colleagues Thursday night to impeach the president for undermining elections.
RNC chair says Trump's declassified election documents strengthen push for SAVE Act
The White House has released hundreds of pages of newly declassified intelligence documents following President Donald Trump's primetime address.
DHS says it found noncitizens on voter rolls in several states before Trump speech: report
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the agency found thousands of noncitizens in multiple states.
VOTE: Do you think that China attempts to interfere with US elections?
Do you think that China attempts to interfere with U.S. elections?
Former FEC chair: Trump's declassified documents should strengthen election security
Trainor also said the information outlined by the president should prompt renewed scrutiny of election systems.
China slams Trump's 2020 election interference claims as 'entirely fabricated'
The comments came after Trump claimed China carried out what he called the largest compromise of election data in history.
City adds new neighborhood recycling center on Barrow Street
Abilene residents now have another convenient option for recycling cardboard with the addition of the Barrow Street Neighborhood Recycling Center.
Here's where to find the White House documents on election vulnerabilities
Users can view and download the documents directly from the website.
Republicans, Democrats react on social media to Trump's speech on election integrity
Politicians from both sides of the aisle reacted Thursday night to President Trump's address focused on alleged vulnerabilities in the U.S. election system....
3 big takeaways from Trump's speech on election integrity, vulnerabilities
President Trump outlined alleged vulnerabilities with the U.S. election system in a primetime address Thursday, focusing heavily on what he said were Chinese efforts to undermine his presidency and American elections....
Visual Arts Jury
Event date: July 22, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Location: 1101 N 1st Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change <a href="http://abilenetx.gov/714/Agenda......
Democrats ready to pounce on Trump's primetime speech
The president's address, which is expected to focus on false 2020 election claims, may give Democrats more lines of attack ahead of this year's midterms....
Fact Check Team: Are Americans becoming more prone to conspiracy theories?
From claims about elections and public health to theories about disasters and world events, conspiracy theories can seem impossible to escape.
Poll: Half of Pennsylvania voters want Fetterman to leave Democrats
Fifty-seven percent of Democratic voters and 55% of Republicans want the senator to change his affiliation, according to recently released poll results....
Republicans press elections, confirmation and birth tourism measures after Graham death
Speaking with The National News Desk, Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn said Graham's work on election integrity remained one of his top priorities.
VOTE: Abilene Zoo welcomes new baby giraffe, help decide her name
Abilene Zoo is asking the community to help name its newest baby giraffe...
VOTE: Are you concerned about the security of US elections?
Are you concerned about the security of U.S. elections?
Trump to address the nation, teases 'very big' announcement concerning election integrity
Trump's address will air on primetime television and stream on The National Desk's website and YouTube channel at 9 p.m. EST.
2 killed as catastrophic Texas flooding forces hundreds of rescues
Rescuers aboard boats and helicopters have saved more than 200 people, including stranded drivers and people trapped in homes, Abbott said.
Legal expert defends Trump's DNI pick after senator presses him on 2020 election
President Donald Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton.
The search for Wylie ISD's next superintendent is underway
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 Septem...
Clyde City Council rejects proposed AI data center lease after residents speak out
Clyde residents packed City Hall on Tuesday night, urging city leaders to reject a proposed lease tied to a potential future AI data center.
Help name the Abilene Zoo’s newest giraffe
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 t...
Trump spreads conspiracies about GOP's lack of success in Minnesota
The president claimed Tuesday that the state's elections are rigged against Republicans.
Municipal Court
The City of Abilene Municipal Court is a non-court of record and is the Judicial Branch of the city government.
Clyde says no to data center exploration agreement
CLYDE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - As data centers continue to expand across the country, the possibility of one coming to Clyde drew a packed room and strong opposition from residents Tuesday night. The Clyde City Council considered whether to approve a short-term lease agreement to all...
Senate Democrats block defense funding bill as Iran war escalates
The Defense Department's request for more than $1 trillion failed in an unusually partisan vote on Tuesday.
VOTE: Should the DOJ be allowed to read private text messages of Congress members?
Do you think the Justice Department should be allowed to read the private text messages of members of Congress?
House votes to 'lock the clock,' passes Daylight Saving Time bill
Americans are one step closer to saying goodbye to changing their clocks twice a year.
Anson City Council names EJ Hernandez as new city manager
The Anson City Council appointed EJ Hernandez as the city’s new city manager during Monday’s council meeting.
Low jury summons response forces Taylor County trial postponement, prompts $27,000 outreach campaign
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Taylor County commissioners approved $27,000 Monday for a public education campaign after a district judge said a dramatic decline in jury summons responses forced one trial to be postponed. According to 104th District Judge Jeff Propst, the county hi...
Residents raise questions about proposed Shackelford County data center
SHACKELFORD COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Residents packed the Shackelford County Commissioners Court on Monday morning to hear more about a proposed data center project and voice concerns about its potential impact on the community. Representatives for Merit Advisors presented pla...
VOTE: Should Congress increase funding to protect Supreme Court justices?
Should Congress approve additional taxpayer funding to better protect U.S. Supreme Court justices from threats and political violence?
Trump removes remaining Election Assistance Commission members, raising oversight fears
President Donald Trump has ousted the remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission, the federal agency created by Congress to help oversee election a...
Filing for Graham’s vacant Senate seat opens July 21 as names circulate ahead of deadline
With South Carolina preparing for a special election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Lindsey Graham's sister will fill seat temporarily; who might run in special election?
WASHINGTON - On a path forward for the Palmetto state, a temporary caretaker now chosen to fill the seat of the late senator lindsay graham.Gov. Henry mccaster/...
Library Advisory Board
Event date: July 27, 2026 Event Time: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change <a href="http://abilenetx.gov/714/Agenda......
What stands between Abilene's Angry Cactus and its liquor permit?
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Angry Cactus, a new restaurant under construction in Abilene's SODA District, will need special permission to sell alcohol because it is too close to a public school. According to city documents, the owners of The Angry Cactus will ask the Abilen...
Abilene Convention Center Hotel Development Corporation Board
Event date: July 20, 2026 Event Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Location: 500 Cypress Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change <a href="https://www.abilenetx.gov/714/......
LA City Council members want to meet only one day a week while making six-figure salary
Members of the Los Angeles City Council want to only meet once a week while making a salary of almost a quarter of a million dollars.
VOTE: Should there be a mandatory retirement age for members of Congress?
Should there be a mandatory retirement age for members of Congress?
Abilene zoning request moves to city council after neighbors voice concerns
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A proposal to rezone a vacant lot along South 14th Street is moving to the Abilene City Council after neighborhood residents attended a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to voice concerns about what could eventually be built there. The request wo...
Rural Illinois wants to split from Chicago and form a new state, it's not alone
A long-running effort to split Illinois is gaining new momentum as seven more counties prepare to vote this fall on whether to explore separating from Chicago....
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