Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlights NC's Helene resilience during G20 meetings
News 13 spoke with U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, where G20 Finance Track meetings are underway....
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Big Country Trails & 'Tails': 2 dogs, 1 park & a project bringing new life to Riverside Park
BROWNWOOD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Riverside Park in Brownwood is in the middle of a major transformation. But along the park's trails, we meet two shelter dogs hoping to find their furever homes. Welcome to a special edition of Big Country Trails & 'Tails'. Riverside Park in Brownwo...
Trump administration weighs Yosemite land swap for private access road: reports
The Trump administration is considering a land exchange that would give a private developer a small section of Yosemite National Park, according to reports....
El-Sayed steps away from Piker as concerns grow over relationship
The Michigan Democrat reportedly said Wednesday he plans to stop campaigning with Hasan Piker, the provocative progressive streamer.
Lunch & Learns at G.V. Daniels
Event date: September 2, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Location: 532 W Washington St Abilene, TX 79601 Description: Lunch & Learns Bring your lunch! Who says you can’t learn while you eat your lunch? Not us! Bring your lunch to the G.V. Daniels Recreation Center & enjoy en...
Johnny Knoxville faces off with runaway campers in 'Tiny Fugitives' trailer
Summer is almost over, but Johnny Knoxville is taking us back to camp.In his latest film “Tiny Fugitives,” Knoxville plays a camp employee tasked with chasing d...
Thursday Night Dances
Event date: September 10, 2026 Event Time: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM Location: 2625 S 7th Street Abilene, TX 79605 Description: Thursday Night Dances Details Day: Thursday Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Doors Open: 7:00 PM Location: Rose Park Senior Center Room: Ballroom Address: 2625 S 7th S...
4 children held captive in truck for 7 years by woman & her fiancé: authorities
A Florida woman and her fiancé were accused of keeping four children in the cab of a tractor-trailer truck for nearly seven years.
Trump suggests failed SC Senate candidate's 2024 endorsement doomed his campaign
The president said Wednesday that Representative Ralph Norman ruined his career by endorsing former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for president.
What the 2026 primaries say about the battle for Congress
Most of the United States has gotten through primary seasons ahead of the November midterms and campaigns are entering the home stretch as the two parties fight...
Bruce Campbell isn't letting cancer diagnosis 'dictate my life any more than it has to'
"The Evil Dead" star revealed he was diagnosed with a "treatable" but not "curable" cancer earlier this year.
Empire State Building honors Dolly Parton with pink '9 to 5' lighting
The Empire State Building will illuminate its tower lights in "a pink sparkle" in honor of Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton airport-renaming petition tops 54,000 signatures after her death
A petition calling for Nashville International Airport to be renamed after Dolly Parton has gained renewed attention following the Tennessee icon’s death....
Michigan pastor sparks debate by claiming Dearborn is no longer governed by American laws
A Detroit pastor’s claims that Dearborn is operating under “Sharia law” have ignited a fresh round of political and cultural debate in Michigan.
Bruce Campbell on 45 years of 'Evil Dead' and Ash: 'Pretty rare an actor gets to do that'
The 68-year-old has declared he's done with his famous horror character, but still looks back fondly on the franchise that made him a name.
Families receive free car seat safety checks at community event
Families gathered on Saturday morning at the Nolan County Coliseum parking lot for a free car seat safety event.
Abilene High, Cooper and Wylie set 2026 football slates ahead of Football Friday Night
Football Friday Night is right around the corner, and Abilene High, Cooper and Wylie are set for busy 2026 campaigns.
Newly released FBI records detail Swalwell’s ties to suspected Chinese operative
FBI records detail Eric Swalwell’s past ties to suspected Chinese operative Christine Fang, including a physical relationship and campaign help.
From political prize to campaign liability: Data centers become a midterm battleground
Data centers powering everything from Google searches and streaming services to artificial intelligence are rapidly becoming a major issue on the campaign trail...
'The Pitt' season 3 teaser trailer shows Dr. Robby's return: 'Time to get back to it'
The Emmy-winning medical drama will return in January 2027.
Republicans hold major cash edge over Democrats heading into 2026 midterms
Republicans are entering the 2026 midterm campaign season with a major financial edge, building a cash advantage that is already shaping the political advertisi...
Bruce Campbell shows a different side in 'Ernie & Emma': 'Making them cry is fun too'
The "Evil Dead" and "Burn Notice" star wrote, directed, and produced a new dramedy that he's taking on the road in 18 cities beginning Sept. 4.
Couple allegedly finds priest receiving sexual act from reg. sex offender in Ohio park
A couple allegedly caught a priest receiving a sexual act from a registered sex offender in an Ohio park.
Ready, Set, Play! at Sears Park Recreation Center
Event date: August 28, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 2250 Ambler Avenue Abilene, TX 79603 Description: Ready, Set, Play! Ready to jump into some big-time fun? Come explore, move, & have a blast with a variety of gym equipment set out for open play! Grab your frie...
Senator Ossoff puts the spotlight on Trump aide, Natalie Harp
President Donald Trump’s executive assistant, Natalie Harp is making headlines after a senator mentioned her in a campaign speech Sunday.
Inflation cools to 3.4% as AI boom sparks fresh fight over data centers
Inflation is showing signs of cooling again, with the latest figures putting the annual rate at 3.4%, down significantly from the 9.1% peak reached in 2022....
New federal campaign uses football to help prevent drunk driving
Drunk driving fatalities among young adults, particularly young men, remain stubbornly high. A campaign that kicked off Tuesday is using football as a way to reach them with the message to only drive if they’re sober....
How an Angus calf turned a Walmart parking lot into a wild rescue mission
A young bull calf was spotted wandering through a Walmart parking lot Tuesday morning.
Border construction paused at Big Bend National Park after bulldozer video sparks outcry
The Trump administration’s plans for the area have included patrol roads, vehicle barriers and surveillance technology.
Rhode Island squid spill leaves a slimy mess, shuts down road for hours
A massive spill from a tractor-trailer carrying thousands of pounds of squid caused a roadway to be closed for more than seven hours on Sunday.
800+ attend Democratic Senate candidate’s rally in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — More than 800 people attended Democratic Candidate for Senate James Talarico’s rally in Abilene on Thursday, according to his campaign. The rally was part of his New American Dream Tour, which includes stops around the state. Talarico spoke about the ...
'Rolling Loud The Movie' trailer takes Owen Wilson and Matt Rife on wild festival ride
The movie also features Travis Scott, Ty Dolla $ign, and Christine Ko.