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Potosi residents press board for clarity on proposed water meter requirements
A month after residents first raised concerns about proposed water meter requirements, many returned Thursday evening to seek answers.
VOTE: Should Facebook be financially liable for the youth social media health crisis?
Should Facebook be held financially responsible for the youth social media health crisis?
National Capital Planning Commission gives preliminary approval to Trump's arch
The proposed arch would be built in the middle of a traffic circle that is on the other side of the Potomac River from the Lincoln Memorial.
Senior Citizens Advisory Board
Event date: July 15, 2026 Event Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: 2625 S 7th Street Abilene, TX 79605 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change <a href="https://www.abilenetx.gov/714/A......
Candice Bergen nearly burned down a restaurant in Switzerland as a teenager
The "Murphy Brown" star attending boarding school abroad and snuck out when she caused the incident.
Democrats, Republicans in the House press agencies on potential AI election interference
Lawmakers from both sides of the political aisle requested agencies work together to ensure election security as artificial intelligence advances
Trump swaps Air Force One during flight home as Iran tensions escalate
Trump denied security concerns prompted the change when asked by reporters aboard Air Force One.
Civil Service Commission
Event date: July 14, 2026 Event Time: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change <a href="http://abilenetx.gov/714/Agenda......
VOTE: Do you agree with Trump that oil companies are gouging customers at the pump?
Do you agree with President Trump that oil companies are gouging customers at the pump?
Escalating US-Iran strikes cast doubt on interim deal to end war
On a flight back to the United States, Trump said aboard Air Force One that Iran was hit "very hard" and insisted Tehran now wanted to negotiate.
Maine Democrats vote to hold special convention to pick new nominee
Party leaders issued a statement saying they voted to hold a special nominating convention to fill the vacancy.
Wisconsin Elections Commission orders investigation into Green Bay's duplicate ballots
The city has admitted it sent out 152 duplicate ballots for the April election.
Mayor's Advisory Board for People with Disabilities
Event date: July 14, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas &......
Texas launches investigation into alleged birth tourism scheme
A simple message on a billboard is now at the heart of a contentious investigation in Texas.
New Abilene council member focuses on transparency, housing
It’s been a few weeks since Ben Bailey was officially sworn in to represent Place 4 on Abilene City Council.
Progressive primary wins ignite debate over Democratic Party direction, observers say
Democratic Socialist-backed candidates continue to win primaries in several cities ahead of the midterm elections.
VOTE: Do you believe the US did everything it could to end the Iran conflict?
Do you believe the U.S. did everything it could to end the Iran conflict?
McConnell's absence leaves Senate Republicans without a powerful presence
The Kentucky Republican has missed significant votes since his hospitalized more than three weeks ago.
TIMELINE: Mitch McConnell's health scares leading up to his latest hospitalization
In February 2025, McConnell announced he would not seek reelection in 2026.
City of Abilene working to correct excessive level of 'forever chemicals' in water supply
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The City of Abilene is working to correct an excessive level of "forever chemicals" in the City's water supply. During Thursday's meeting, City Council will consider entering a contract to begin planning how bring the water supply in compliance with ...
'Buckling' support beams trigger mass evacuations at Manhattan high-rise
Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged anyone in the area to follow the instructions of first responders.
Local Data
View various health data, such as the wastewater surveillance dashboard and the overdose reporting program report.
VOTE: Should parents be held legally responsible for violent 'teen takeovers'?
Do you think parents should be held legally responsible when their children participate in violent "teen takeovers"?
Trump heads to Turkey for NATO summit dominated by defense spending, Ukraine support
Aboard his new Air Force One gifted by Qatar, President Donald Trump will travel to Ankara Monday evening with a long list of grievances for NATO allies gathering in the Turkish capital for a two-day summit....
VOTE: Do you support maintaining automatic citizenship for babies born in the US?
Do you support maintaining automatic citizenship for babies born in the United States?
VOTE: Are you proud to be an American?
Are you proud to be an American?
Trump's SAVE Act push collides with mostly unified Senate GOP: 'All this is theater'
The bill, which would require voter ID and restrict mail-in ballots, lacks sufficient support in the chamber.
VOTE: Do you agree with Congress regulating AI even if it slows innovation?
Do you agree with Congress regulating AI even if it slows innovation?
Trump looks to energize Republican voters with first midterm convention
Political experts weighed in on what to expect from the first-ever GOP midterm convention, coming up this September in Dallas.
Bite of West Texas: The Turtle Restaurant Brings Global Flavors, Handmade Gelato to Brownwood
BROWNWOOD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – From handmade Italian-style gelato to globally inspired cuisine and an award-winning wine selection, The Turtle Restaurant has become one of downtown Brownwood's premier dining destinations. In the latest episode of Bite of West Texas, host Heather ...
House to take recess early amid GOP infighting over legislative agenda
House Republican leaders canceled votes on multiple pieces of legislation, resulting in leaders going home for an early recess on Tuesday.
VOTE: Are Supreme Court decisions based more on the Constitution or base politics?
Do you think the Supreme Court makes decisions based on the U.S. Constitution or base politics?
Texas Board of Education approves Bible passages for public school reading list
Texas public school students will soon see Bible stories and passages added to a newly approved state reading list, part of a broader effort to update instructi...
Consumer confidence stays low despite June uptick
Consumer confidence inched up in June, but only after a big downward revision to The Conference Board's gauge of how Americans felt about the economy and their personal finances in May....
'It will be fantastic!': Trump announces midterm convention for Republicans in Dallas
President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Republicans will hold the party's first national convention ahead of the midterm elections.
Major SCOTUS rulings on birthright citizenship, elections & sports: Legal expert weighs in
The Supreme Court closed out the final day of its term with a slate of major decisions touching on birthright citizenship and election rules.
Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots reignites Trump's push for voter ID bill
President Trump and his allies in Congress appear poised to push harder for a voter ID bill after the Supreme Court narrowly upheld states' ability to count mail-in ballots received several days after an election....
Fetterman insults potential colleagues after primary wins: 'They're not Democrats'
The preliminary election cycle has so far showed the strength of some high-profile progressives and their liberal backers.
Fact Check Team: California voters to decide first-ever state billionaire wealth tax
California voters will decide this November whether to approve what would be the first statewide billionaire wealth tax in U.S. history.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after 4-month absence from Congress
Kean last voted in the House on March 5 and missed more than 100 votes this year.
Florida closes the door on undocumented students at state colleges
Florida's Board of Education approved a rule requiring lawful status to enroll in state colleges, effectively barring undocumented students.
VOTE: Do you agree with the SCOTUS decision on separating school sports by biological sex?
Do you agree with the Supreme Court’s decision that allows schools to have separate sports teams for boys and girls based on biological sex?
DSA looks to expand playbook, eyes Colorado primary election
Ahead of Tuesday’s primaries, the Democratic Socialists of America are looking to expand their playbook into another state.
Abilene man found guilty of killing girlfriend’s 5-year-old daughter receives 90 years
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene man accused of killing his girlfriend’s 5-year-old daughter has been found guilty and sentenced to 90 years and a $10,000 fine. Jury selection began last Monday in the trial of Danny Duarte, who was charged with Injury to a Child in connect...
Mayor O'Connell seeks eminent domain to stop data center near Nashville Zoo
Nashville's mayor plans to file eminent domain legislation for Metro to take over the property where a data center is planned near the Nashville Zoo.
Los Angeles County voters pass sales tax increase to 10.25%
Los Angeles County voters have passed a sales tax increase, hiking the levy up from 9.75% to 10.25%.
Luigi Mangione returns to court as jury selection plans take shape
Ahead of Monday's hearing, sources told ABC News that defense attorneys and federal prosecutors discussed a possible plea deal.
VOTE: Do you think outside money has too much influence on local elections?
Do you think outside money has too much influence on local elections?
Trump calls DC Democratic mayoral nominee a 'communist'
Trump criticized Janeese Lewis George after her D.C. Democratic primary win and said that he plans to meet with her.
Abilene's Alana Jeter shares empty-nest journey
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Alana Jeter is one of the newest members of the Abilene ISD school board. She's the Executive Director of the Noah Project in Abilene, but she's also the mom of two children. She has a son already in college, and her daughter is headed to college in t...
Bill Maher says he'd consider voting for Vance or Rubio in 2028 presidential election
Maher told Vance he is willing to consider voting Republican in 2028 if the party nominates the right candidate.
NYC board of mostly Mamdani appointees freezes rent on 1 million rent-stabilized units
The New York City Rent Guidelines Board, made up of mostly Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointees, passed a rent freeze on 1 million rent-stabilized units.
FEMA official who claimed he teleported to Waffle House steps down from post
A FEMA official who claimed he teleported to a Waffle House and that millions of non-citizens voted in the 2016 election has stepped down from his post....
VOTE: Who do you blame for gas prices not dropping quickly enough?
Who do you blame for gas prices not dropping quickly enough?
Michigan Democratic Sen. Slotkin says Democrats need new leadership
Democratic Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin said that the party needs new leadership, stating that Democrats have not recovered after losing the 2024 election....
'It's already been blown up': Alan Dershowitz talks Dem Party after making the switch
Democratic primaries across New York City delivered a “clean sweep” for candidates endorsed by the New York City mayor.
Senate stalemate clouds Trump's election security push
President Donald Trump's push to overhaul federal election laws is facing mounting obstacles in Congress.
Traffic Cone Terry takes first place as Abilene earns 3 state awards
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Abilene's Traffic Cone Terry is now receiving statewide recognition after helping the City of Abilene's communications team earn top honors at a statewide conference. The City of Abilene brought home three awards from the Texas Association of Municipa...
Senate Democrats let loose election watchdogs ahead of competitive midterms
The party launched a program Thursday to train congressional staff for election observer roles.
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