Person seriously injured in Merkel house fire
One person was taken to a local hospital with severe injuries after a house fire Saturday afternoon in Merkel, according to the Merkel Volunteer Fire Department...
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Grover Bend Fire burns about 200 acres northwest of Benjamin, 75% contained
A wildfire that burned an estimated 200 acres northwest of Benjamin was 75% contained early Saturday, according to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office.
Night of Lights at Safety City
Celebrate the holiday season by walking down the streets of Safety City! Generous sponsors have allowed free admission to this event that includes Christmas photo ops, fire trucks, Santa, and hot cocoa and cookies!...
GOP senators in tight races break with Trump, urge ICE to coordinate with local police
Republicans in some of the country’s most competitive midterm races are breaking with President Donald Trump’s hard-line immigration agenda.
Maher: Trump’s 'f--- around and find out’ approach may deter crime
Comedian Bill Maher offered President Donald Trump unusual praise Friday, arguing the president’s hard-line image may be helping deter crime.
Three fatal crashes reported across Big Country Friday
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Three men have died following three separate fatal crashes in the Big Country on Friday, September 25. The first crash occurred at 2:22 p.m. on State Highway 36 in Taylor County. According to the preliminary investigation, the driver may have expe...
Coleman Police seek public’s help locating missing 71-year-old man
The Coleman Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a missing Coleman resident who was last seen early Saturday.
Five men arrested near US airbase in UK on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
Law enforcement in the UK said that it arrested five men on Sunday in the middle of the night, local time, near an air base used by the US.
Abilene man dies after suspected medical emergency causes Taylor County crash
An Abilene man died Friday after a suspected medical emergency caused his vehicle to leave State Highway 36 in Taylor County,
San Antonio teen killed in Scurry County rollover crash
An 18-year-old San Antonio man was killed Friday night after his vehicle left U.S. Highway 84 and overturned in Scurry County,
Trump rejects Iran proposal, expects renewed bombing after midterms
President Donald Trump reportedly rejected Iran's proposed seven-day ceasefire and told aides he expects U.S. bombing to resume after midterm elections....
Woman identified after human remains found in murder suspect's trunk, plastic tub: police
Dismembered human remains found in a plastic tub and several garbage bags were identified as a 26-year-old Georgia woman, according to authorities.
Police: Woman fatally shot husband, set fire to home where daughter was found dead
Nicole Ellen Taylor, 55, was charged with first-degree murder, first-degree arson and use or presentation of a firearm during the commission of a felony...
VIDEO | Suspect critical after pointing shotgun at officers, prompting police to open fire
Ten San Antonio police officers opened fire on a man Friday night after he allegedly racked a shotgun and pointed it at them in a bar parking lot.
2 arrested in drug raid as 500 units of kratom found; Days after Ole Miss students' deaths
Two smoke shop employees were arrested on drug charges on Thursday in Oxford, Mississippi, just days after two students from the Ole Miss University were found....
Two Queens men arrested after emerging from Midtown manhole, police say
Two Queens men face trespassing charges after allegedly emerging from a Manhattan manhole near a sensitive UN General Assembly security zone.
Bystander pulls driver out of burning dump truck in Callahan County
CALLAHAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A bystander pulled a driver from a burning dump truck that rolled over and wrecked in Callahan County Friday morning. The wreck happened on Hwy 36 just north of the Church of Christ around 11:30 a.m. Police at the scene told KTAB and KRBC the ...
San Angelo to unveil Safe Haven Baby Box at Central Fire Station
A new Safe Haven Baby Box will be officially unveiled and blessed next month at San Angelo’s Central Fire Station,
Animal cruelty investigation underway after dog slammed into wall at Abilene car wash
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An animal cruelty investigation is now underway after a video showing a suspect slamming a dog into the wall of an Abilene car wash went viral. Abilene police confirm the suspect in the video, which was taken at a car was on the 5200 block of US-277 a...
Iran pitches seven day roadmap for ceasefire, renewed nuclear talks
Iran has presented the United States with a seven-day plan aimed at halting months of fighting.
US examining whether to get involved militarily in Cuba: report
The U.S. Army Reserve is considering if it will give the military’s Southern Command police forces and other units in about four months, according to reports....
Supreme Court lets Trump administration use voter eligibility database before midterms
The emergency order allows states to use the Department of Homeland Security’s Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program, known as SAVE.
Crime Reports: Stalking reported in Abilene
Editor’s Note: The Abilene Police Department supplied the following arrest and incident reports. All information below is based on reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Incidents N 10th Street & N Jef...
Winters warns public to stay away from West Dale fire scene during investigation
The City of Winters is warning residents to stay away from a fire scene on West Dale as law enforcement and fire investigators continue to process the area.City...
Susan Sarandon, 'Hacks' star among notable names arrested at Netanyahu UN protest
The arrests came as Netanyahu addressed delegates inside the U.N. amid mounting international condemnation.
Teacher, 10-year-old student die after water emergency during school field trip
The incident happened during a Borlaug Elementary “School of the Wild” field trip at the MacBride Nature Recreation Area in eastern Iowa.
Portland Police Bureau K-9 Kylo shot, killed on last shift before retirement
Portland police mourn Kylo, a K-9, shot and killed during a planned arrest on his last day before retirement. The suspect also died.
More than 100 police K-9 teams compete in Abilene at national event
Police K-9 teams from across the country are in Abilene this week, competing in a national field trial that tests the skills they rely on in law enforcement....
AFD Hosted a Push-In Ceremony For Engine 6
For the second time this year, the Abilene Fire Department held a push-in ceremony to welcome a new fire engine into service, this time for Station 6.
Man with previous aggravated assault conviction wanted in Abilene shooting investigation
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Abilene police are searching for a man in connection with an aggravated assault investigation in which a man suffered a gunshot wound. Abilene Crime Stoppers is asking the public to help locate Daryl Cummings Jr. as investigators continue the case. Th...
New York congressional candidate arrested at anti-Netanyahu protest
New York congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier was arrested while protesting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s United Nations speech....
Would a diesel export ban lower prices? Taxpayer advocate warns it could backfire
Diesel prices have climbed to record levels across the United States, squeezing farmers, truckers and businesses.
GOP searches for diesel price relief as industry warns export ban could backfire
The oil industry is aggressively pushing back on a potential ban on diesel exports in attempts to bring down record costs for the fuel.
Families who lost loved ones to violent crime join Trump officials for summit
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is hosting an Attorney General's Summit on Victims of Violent Crime on Thursday.
Ex-Senator's former lover who worked as bodyguard arrested for trashing her home
Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's former bodyguard-turned-lover was arrested after he allegedly trashed her Arizona home, causing more than $200,000 in damage....
AFD to Host Push-In Ceremony for Engine 6
Abilene Fire Department to host pushing- ceremony at Station 6
Illegal immigrant trucker tied to Virginia company arrested after crash that hurt child
The agency said its records check found Garcia-Lopez did not have a commercial driver’s license or any driver’s license.
Abilene police hosts national K9 competition, invites public to free demonstration
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Abilene Police Department is hosting the 2026 United States Police Canine Association National Field Trials, bringing in top K9 teams from across the country. Taking place September 20-25, K9's accompanied by handlers will display skills such as t...
Zelenskyy seeks energy ceasefire as Trump pushes for Ukraine peace deal
At the U.N., Trump and Zelenskyy renewed calls to end Russia’s war in Ukraine. But experts say an energy truce is more likely than a broader ceasefire as both sides resist key concessions....
'Home Improvement' star Jonathan Taylor Thomas 'arrested' by police: report
The 45-year-old was "uncooperative" with officers during a DUI investigation, though he was not the driver of the vehicle.
DOJ announces mail ballot crime as Trump admin steps up effort to find more examples
Less than six weeks out from this year’s mid-term elections, President Donald Trump is doubling down on claims U.S. election integrity is at risk.
$500 – $1,000 cash rewards offered for Abilene’s Wanted Criminals
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Cash rewards are being offered for information leading to the arrest of nine suspects wanted for various crimes in Abilene. Police are seeking these suspects for the following offenses: CrimeStoppers is offering $500 cash rewards for information that ...
Bride trapped under groom's dead body after helicopter crash files lawsuit: reports
A Georgia bride was trapped in wreckage under her husband’s body for about six hours after their wedding-night helicopter crash.
Crime Reports: Burglaries reported at job sites across Abilene
Editor’s Note: The Abilene Police Department supplied the following arrest and incident reports. All information below is based on reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Incidents 5500 of Spinks Road -...
Texas fugitive accused of continuous sexual abuse of child arrested in Oklahoma
A 44-year-old Abilene man wanted in Texas on allegations of continuous sexual abuse of a child was arrested Monday morning in northern Oklahoma.
Questions remain after new video in Austin ICE shooting; lawmakers to visit Garcés Pérez
Austin police released new video that includes an off-duty APD detective’s dash camera showing ICE agents near Garcés Pérez’s blue car.
Dolly Parton's nephew fired after threatening to destroy her legacy, court records show
Seaver owns a company that provided Parton’s security detail and publicly announced her death from cancer last month.
Abilene residents weigh in on Flock cameras
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Flock cameras remain a major topic of discussion across the nation and right here in the Key City. Many have spoken directly to the Abilene City Council about concerns about the cameras, so Abilene Police Chief Rondell Serrate is presenting on them du...
Maryland pastor calls police after 87-year-old allegedly confesses to killing roommate
Investigators said officers went to the home around 11:32 a.m. and found Bushnell dead in a bathroom with multiple gunshot wounds.
Lionel Richie undergoes atrial fibrillation treatment, cancels more tour dates
Richie was hospitalized in June and August after struggling with health concerns on his tour with Earth, Wind, & Fire.
Abilene police chief to give presentation on flock cameras
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A presentation will be taking place this week on flock cameras in the City of Abilene. Abilene Police Chief Rondell Seratte will give a presentation on flock cameras (license plate readers) during Thursday's city council meeting, which is set to take ...
Coroner releases Hayden Panettiere's cause and manner of death
Hollywood actress Hayden Panettiere’s death has been ruled accidental due to the toxic effects of fentanyl and other drugs.
Dolly Parton's nephew fired as security chief amid estate dispute
Sources told TMZ that replacement guards were placed at Parton’s Nashville home, museum, downtown residence and warehouse.
'American Hostage' recreates a thrilling 70s crime that pulled attention from the Oscars
The Prime Video series stars Jon Hamm, Giovanni Ribisi, Mireille Enos, and Kristoffer Polaha.
FAA grounds flights after major system glitch; issue now resolved
Duffy said it was an Amtrak construction crew that accidentally cut into a fiber line in New Jersey.
More than a dozen arrested with ties to illegal voting and other election related crimes
The Trump administration is keeping the spotlight on what it sees as illegal voting in U.S. elections.
Documents: Abilene child sex crime suspect searches for 'most lenient country to live in for a sex offender'
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man is accused of searching for "most lenient country to live in for a sex offender" while under investigation for child sex crimes. Dustin Barnett was arrested on a warrant for Indecency w/Child Contact Saturday in connection to the allega...
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Crime Reports: Suspect accused of taking pictures up victim's dress at Abilene store
Editor’s Note: The Abilene Police Department supplied the following arrest and incident reports. All information below is based on reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Incidents 3400 block of N 10th ...