Grand jury declines to indict ex-White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson over Jan. 6 testimony
A federal grand jury Tuesday in Washington, D.C., declined to indict former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson.
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Jaden West continues to grow as a threat for Abilene High's offense
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Abilene High Eagles and head coach Mike Fullen topped Lubbock Monterey 48-28, and receiver Jaden West helped build a big lead in the first half. The sophomore receiver was Tristan Beal’s top target in the first half, and they connected for three ...
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Abilene woman recreates Andy’s room from Toy Story with over 450 collectibles
Walking into Judee Carrillo’s Abilene home can feel like stepping straight into a scene from Toy Story.Carrillo has recreated “Andy’s room” inside her house, fi...
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Office leasing on track to top 2022 record, vacancy falls in post-pandemic 'new normal'
CBRE says office leasing is on pace to top a 2022 record as vacancy falls. Employers are increasing in-office expectations, and the firm sees AI as unlikely to sharply reduce office demand....
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Screen-time report dives into how tweens and teens are using AI, social media and more
A Common Sense Media census finds that teens spend more than eight hours a day on entertainment screens, while many tweens already use social media and AI....
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Cooper's Joel Soto continues to grow as the Cougars quarterback
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Cooper Cougars are coming off their open date, but right before the bye week, quarterback Joel Soto showed he's ready to lead the offense. Not only that, but he can be trusted to lead his team to a come from behind victory. Cooper scored the fina...
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Crime Reports: 2 arrested for aggravated assault with deadly weapon in South 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 1800 block of Sayles ...
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New York woman convicted of receiving 'terrorist training' from ISIS militants in Syria
A federal jury in New York convicted a 27-year-old U.S. woman and former Brooklyn resident of receiving military-type training from ISIS while living in Syria....
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Oregon elementary & Parkland parents push for change after school shootings
A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, left three children and a teacher dead after authorities said a 16-year-old former student....
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Christina Applegate promises to 'speak out for' the MS community even after misdiagnosis
The "Dead to Me" star was diagnosed with the disease in 2021, but recently revealed it was incorrect and she is "back at square one" with her health.
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Taylor County’s Lights Out program requires sex offenders to report on Halloween night
Taylor County officials are preparing to keep children safe during trick-or-treating hours.
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Paxton keeps close ties with Trump despite president's popularity problems
The Republican Senate candidate has hopped onto Trump's platform despite its shaky structure.
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White House drops 'Dismantle DEI' lo-fi animated music video of Trump, Cheesecake Factory
The White House on Tuesday dropped a "Dismantle DEI" lo-fi animated music video of President Trump, smiling and waving in front of a Cheesecake Factory....