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ICE took little action on 3.1M possible visa overstay leads under Biden admin: DHS report
A new Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General report found the Biden administration took almost no enforcement action against visa overstays...
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Esther Abilene ministry opens sober living home, plans 28-bed facility for women
A new Abilene ministry is working to give women a safe place to live as they work to break free from addiction and rebuild their lives.
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The rivalry between HSU and McMurry is an ASC game for the first time since 2023
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The 40th battle between Hardin-Simmons and McMurry is on the way. The Cowboys and War Hawks collide on Saturday, and for the first time since 2023, the Crosstown Showdown is a conference game in the American Southwest Conference. The battle for the W...
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Community Book Room offers thousands of free books
Thousands of books were available at no cost on Wednesday afternoon as Global Samaritan Resources opened its Community Book Room to local families.
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Need home repairs? This Abilene program could help
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A City of Abilene program is helping residents repair their homes. The Single-Family Rehabilitation Program helps with repairs to “bring the home into building compliance,” according to the city’s website. The program uses federal funds, said Leticia ...
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Early Holiday Shopping? 10 popular gifts to snag now during Prime Big Deal Days
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16-year-old Missouri girl hit, killed by deputy driving to 911 call: sheriff's office
A 16-year-old girl from Missouri was hit and killed by a sheriff's deputy as the deputy drove to a 911 report about an unresponsive person lying in a road....
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Cisco's July Johnson is helping the Loboes bounce back ahead of district
CISCO, Texas (BCH Sports) - When you play for the Cisco Loboes, the lights are always bright. "Pressure is always, always there in Cisco in my opinion," head coach Kevin Stennett said. "We have high standards. This town has high expectations. So the pressure is there every single...
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The friendship that gave two Abilene adults with Down syndrome a lifelong connection
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Lytle Shores West neighborhood in Abilene is known for its mature trees and spacious yards, but that's not what drew Cheryl Etter to it. "Cheryl had always told me. 'I’m going to buy the house across the street from you. We’re going to be neighbor...
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Veteran suicide rates fall among VA enrollees, rise outside system
Veteran suicides fell in 2024, but rates remained higher than for non-veterans. Advocates say care, community and a smoother transition to civilian life can save lives....
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Kids' safety group calls ChatGPT for Teens an 'unacceptable risk'
A prominent kids' safety organization is warning parents that a new teen-focused version of ChatGPT poses an "unacceptable" risk and should be avoided by young people until its alleged gaps are fixed....