'I'll kill all you:' Woman makes threats and accused of assaulting store owner
A Lincoln Heights woman faces charges after allegedly attacking a store owner and threatening to kill those inside a store in Reading.
Library News
Meta ordered to pay $567M in New Mexico child safety case
A New Mexico judge on Thursday ordered Meta Platforms to pay $567 million and implement changes to protect children on Facebook and Instagram.
South Branch Library hosts monthly Crafternoon for adults
Adults gathered at the South Branch Library on Sunday afternoon for this month’s Crafternoon.
UPDATE: Victim's daughter 2nd suspect charged with Murder in fentanyl overdose death
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The daughter of a woman who overdosed in Abilene is now the 2nd suspect charged with Murder following her death. Catherine Underwood was booked into the Taylor County Jail Wednesday for Murder in connection to the death of her mother, Kathryn Curry. C...
New Jersey man convicted for knife attack on author during book tour
A New Jersey man was convicted by a federal jury for attempting to give material support to Hizbollah, which is a foreign terrorist organization.
Suspect accused of wearing Halloween mask to rob victims in Abilene ID'd because he was 'small in stature'
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A suspect accused of wearing a Halloween mask to rob victims in Abilene has been identified because he was 'small in stature'. Paisley Perez was booked into the Taylor County Jail Tuesday for Aggravated Robbery in connection to the incident, which occ...
Michigan mom authored book dedicated to her six children before family's deaths
A few years before she and her six children were tragically killed inside their Grand Haven-area home, Amanda "Mandy" Karolkiewicz had written a children's book about learning to see the good in oneself....
Flying Bison wrap first Texas Collegiate League season; debut Texas Collegiate League
Summer baseball has come to an end in Abilene, and the Flying Bison closed the book on their 2026 season with plenty to build on despite missing the postseason....
Taylor County man accused of AI 'deep fake' and child porn, more victims possible
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A Taylor County man accused of producing AI 'deep fake' and child pornography could have additional victims. James Michael Jones was booked into the Taylor County Jail las week for Possession of Child Pornography, Sexual Performance by Child, On...
'Sea Hunt' star and scuba pioneer Zale Parry dead at 93
Zale Parry, known as the “First Lady of Scuba Diving,” has died at the age of 93.Her granddaughter, Katherine Maloney, confirmed her passing on Facebook. Parry...
Abilene Public Library to host free presentation on Texas fossils and gems
Abilene Public Library to host free presentation on Texas fossils and gems BigCountryHomepage.com
United Airlines responds to Trump airport backlash with free airport swaps
Booked to fly through the newly renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport? United may let you change your destination at no extra cost.
Meeting Rooms
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Cory Booker alleges Blanche lied about being barred from meeting with Epstein victims
Sen. Cory Booker alleged Thursday that Todd Blanche lied to the Senate Judiciary Committee about not being legally allowed to meet with Epstein victims....
Biden announces memoir covering presidency and 2024 race exit
Biden, who will turn 84 three days after the book's release, was the oldest person to serve as U.S. president.
A flesh-eating parasite is spreading in Texas, here's what to know
New World Screwworm is a parasitic fly that lays its eggs in the open wounds of living, warm-blooded animals...
South Branch Library hosts dinosaur-themed Sunday Fun Day event
Local families spent part of their Sunday afternoon getting creative during Sunday Fun Day: Stegosaurus Craft at the South Branch Library in Abilene.
Florida man accused of listing endangered sea turtle shell for $2K on Facebook Marketplace
The hawksbill sea turtle is the rarest sea turtle species that regularly occurs in Florida, according to wildlife officials.
PHOTOS | Iranian banners read 'KILL TRUMP' as funeral for slain Khamenei ends
Messages reading "We will kill Trump" were displayed on massive banners and signs as thousands gathered for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's burial ceremony in Iran....
About the Friends
The Friends of the Abilene Public Library is a volunteer group that provides support to the library system.
Annual Book Sale
A major fundraiser where the Abilene Convention Center is used for a great books sale for the community.
Ex-boyfriend accused of shutting off Abilene woman's electricity, shooting her multiple times after she went to fix it
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An ex-boyfriend is accused of shutting off an Abilene woman's electricity then shooting her multiple times after she went outside to fix it. Haywood Gregory was booked into the Taylor County Jail for Aggravated Assault in connection to the incident, w...
Judge allows lawsuit over airline 'window seats' without windows to move forward
Plaintiffs say they specifically book window seats for reasons including motion sickness, fear of flying, or simply to enjoy the view.
Power still out? Here's where you can cool off in Taylor County
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Cooling centers opened across Taylor County at 9:30 a.m. Monday to provide relief for residents still without electricity following widespread power outages. According to a Facebook post from Taylor County Judge Phil Crowley, the county partnered with...
Dolly Parton thanks Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce for donation to her Imagination Library
The "Life of a Showgirl" singer and NFL star donated $2 million to Parton's charity.
Dolly Parton thanks Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift for $2M donation in new video
Dolly Parton thanked Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift for a generous gift to her Imagination Library.
E-Resources
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'Bachelor' Peter Weber reacts to former producer's book about their reported relationship
Julie LaPlaca's memoir, "The Love Producer," will be out July 7.
PHOTOS: A look inside the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, opening on July 4th
Ahead of the grand opening, President Trump will visit the site on Wednesday, July 1, for a signing at the library and to take part in its official dedication....
World Cup sticker craze brings fans together from New York City to San Antonio
The World Cup excitement is not only playing out on the field. It is also filling sticker books and bringing fans together from New York City to San Antonio.C...
Kate Gosselin responds to comments about son Collin's upcoming tell-all memoir
Collin Gosselin is releasing his book, “In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood," in October.
South Branch Library celebrates America's 250th birthday
The South Branch Library is inviting the community to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a week of patriotic activities.
About Youth Services
Find activities and resources for your child through the library.
Fact Check Team: Anthropic court rulings could shape AI copyright future
The legal fight over how artificial intelligence companies use books and other creative works is intensifying, with Anthropic now facing a fresh lawsuit....
Hannah Brown's 'Reasons to be Loved by You' is 'close to what people have seen of my life'
Two-time New York Times Best Selling Author and 'Bachelorette’ stand-out Hannah Brown returns with her third book, "Reasons to be Loved by You."
Will Lionel Messi's World Cup record be topped by the end of the tournament?
Week 3 of the World Cup is underway, and two of soccer’s biggest stars are already rewriting the record book.
Knox County mourns the loss of Sheriff Chris Mendoza
On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the KCSO announced that Sheriff Mendoza had died in a Facebook post from the Sheriff's Office.
2 dead, juvenile injured in California library shooting; suspect in custody
The suspect fled out the back of the library before being taken into custody.
World Cup draws crowds to Las Vegas sportsbooks as betting surges
Even without World Cup games being played in Las Vegas, the tournament is drawing crowds to local sportsbook and fueling a surge in betting that is expected...
Homeless registered sex offender accused of touching himself inappropriately at another Abilene business
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A homeless registered sex offender with a history of exposing himself at businesses across Abilene is accused of inappropriately touching himself at a local hotel last week. Jacory Brown was booked into the Taylor County Jail Wednesday for Indecent E...
Wiggles & Giggles
Event date: June 23, 2026 Event Time: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Abilene, TX 79606 Description: Weekly rhythm and movement activity session for kids ages 1-3 at your South Branch Library....
Baby Steps
Event date: June 23, 2026 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Location: 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Abilene, TX 79606 Description: Weekly storytime offering at the South Branch Library designed for newborns and their pa......
