'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.
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ACU sees historic record of Hispanic student retention
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – On top of record-breaking enrollment, Abilene Christian University saw historic retention numbers among Hispanic students. "I really found my place here on campus," said ACU Junior Claudia Amato. Record enrollment surrounds the Abilene Christian Unive...
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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....
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ACU sets 9th consecutive enrollment record with 7,800+ students
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene Christian University has reached a record enrollment for the ninth consecutive year, with 7,877 students enrolled for the fall 2026 semester. The university said the enrollment total represents an 8% increase from last year, a 48% increase ove...
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Explosive Clyde offense eyes first district title in three seasons
CLYDE, Texas (BCH Sports) - It's a dog eat dog world and Clyde is at the top of the food chain this season after starting off 4-0. "It's just really good," senior quarterback Devan Wright said. "It gives us some confidence. I just know that we we can put up points." The Bulldogs ...
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Diesel gas price average in Abilene hits $6, affecting truck drivers
A year ago, the average diesel price in Abilene was $3.19 per gallon, according to AAA. Today, the average is about $6.
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Naked woman accused of asking children if they wanted to be kidnapped: reports
A South Dakota woman was accused of exposing herself near children and asking them if they wanted to be kidnapped, according to reports.
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Why are Americans warming to socialism? Experts unpack the shift
Gallup found a record 43% of Americans view socialism positively, driven by independents and younger adults as experts debate what the label means and whether its appeal will last....
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White House touts app, attributes success to demand for 'straight from the source' news
The White House says its official mobile app has returned to the No. 1 spot in Apple’s App Store News category and climbed into the Top 20 among all apps....
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Chief economist at Heritage weighs in as US debates diesel export ban to curb prices
Diesel prices have surged to record highs, with the national average hitting $6.53 a gallon.
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'Buzzkill' star Brec Bassinger shares her drunk persona and recreating college on set
Bassinger joins Siena Agudong and Aaliyah's interlude in the new horror comedy, premiering September 25 on Tubi.
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Trump greets China's president on tarmac with flyover to kick off 3-day US visit
President Donald Trump greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday evening.
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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.