Man sentenced to 14 months in prison after spraying vinegar on Rep. Omar
A man was sentenced on Thursday to 14 months in prison after spraying apple cider vinegar on Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar in January.
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Dyess Air Force Base holds 24-hour vigil to honor POWs, MIAs
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A 24-hour vigil is underway at Dyess Air Force Base to honor Americans who were prisoners of war or remain missing in action. The event began Thursday morning with a POW/MIA recognition ceremony at the Dyess Fitness Center track. Participants will tak...
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Trump to host hunters, anglers and outdoor leaders at White House Rose Garden dinner
President Donald Trump is set to host more than 100 hunters, anglers & outdoor industry leaders for dinner at the Rose Garden in the White House on Thursday....
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Olympic gold medalist urges WNBA to define female-only eligibility
The WNBA spent this summer grappling with a debate over eligibility in women’s sports, after comments from Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham.
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Principles, Politics, Big Bend, Education & Water: Texas Senator Charles Perry
Texas Senator Charles Perry appeared on the Abilene People podcast to discuss various political topics, including water security, education rankings, and his upcoming re-election campaign against Democrat Riley Rodriguez....
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15 arrested, 2,500 pounds of meth seized in California lab bust
A major methamphetamine lab bust in Fresno County led to 15 arrests and the seizure of thousands of pounds of drugs.
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Top police K-9 teams to compete in national field trials in Abilene Sept. 20-25
Top police K-9 teams from across the country will gather in Abilene Sept. 20-25 for the United States Police Canine Association National Field Trials.
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Man caught on video 'intensely interacting' with rubber duck in stranger's hot tub: police
Police in Georgia asked the public to help them identify a man accused of trespassing at a home, using the pool and hot tub, as well as stealing luxury towels....
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Food Bank of West Central Texas surpasses last September’s fundraising total
The Food Bank of West Central Texas has already surpassed last September’s total for money raised as it continues its Million Meal Challenge.
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From trick riding to motherhood: Life on the road with two young boys
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Madison Thomas has spent most of her life trick riding horses. It's not her first West Texas Fair and Rodeo, but Thomas is thrilled to be back in a place that feels like her second home. Thomas' husband grew up in Merkel, and many family members still...
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Millions more in federal fraud discovered as part of national crackdown
Six and a half years after the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security, or CARES Act became law, more disturbing evidence is coming to light.
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Oracle invests $100K in Abilene educators, data center career training
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Oracle, a partner in the Abilene data center, has committed $100,000 to support Abilene educators and expand data center career pathways for students. Oracle, the Abilene Education Foundation and Abilene Independent School District announced the inves...
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Macklemore, Sheeran tour controversy shows high stakes of celebrity advocacy
Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's tour after the rapper's pro-Palestinian remarks shows the high stakes for celebrities who weigh in on divisive political issues....