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6-year-old found alone at Florida park after mom left to get food with friend: police
A witness said the boy had been alone for nearly an hour.
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How 'Scary Movie 2' led Kathleen Robertson to work on a Tim Curry documentary
It’s been 25 years since “Scary Movie 2” debuted in theaters, but the movie has created an unusual lasting connection for two its stars.Kathleen Robertson, who...
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How an Angus calf turned a Walmart parking lot into a wild rescue mission
A young bull calf was spotted wandering through a Walmart parking lot Tuesday morning.
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'I'm so sorry': Defendant sentenced for plot to kill Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
A defendant admitted to traveling to Washington armed with a knife and Molotov cocktails as part of a plan to kill Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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The 2026 MTV VMA nominations are here! Taylor Swift, Madonna lead the race
The show will broadcast live from Los Angeles on September 27 on CBS and MTV.
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Rep. Nancy Mace slams social media users for reaction to new arm tattoos
South Carolina GOP Rep. Nancy Mace slammed social media users for their response to her revealing her new arm tattoos.
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WATCH: KTXS doppler radar comes down as demolition of former studios continues
A longtime piece of KTXS history came down as demolition work continued at the station’s former studios.
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West Texas Fair & Rodeo 2026 less than one month away. . . here's what's new this year!
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The West Texas Fair and Rodeo is getting ready to return to Abilene, bringing carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, creative arts and rodeo competition to the Taylor County Expo Center. This year’s fair runs Sept. 10-19, with several changes and...
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he handled Susie Wiles impersonator 'the right way'
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said that he handled his text conversation with an impersonator posing as White House chief of staff Susie Wiles "the right way."...
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Ossoff denies potential presidential future: 'Zero interest'
The Georgia Democrat has raised his national profile with targeted attacks against President Donald Trump and his allies.
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AG: Bail denied for alleged ringleader of Penn State fraternity cocaine trafficking ring
Officials say the frat brothers allegedly forced pledges and fellow members to package the kilos of cocaine as part of their initiation into the fraternity....
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Crime Reports: Online Solicitation of Minor 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 2300 block of River O...
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ICE eyes $500K liability coverage for local police making immigration arrests
Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House, ICE has significantly expanded its partnerships with state and local law enforcement agencies....
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GALLERY: KTXS-TV demolished after 2025 microburst damage
The longtime home of KTXS-TV is being demolished, more than a year after a powerful microburst struck the station in June 2025 and caused extensive damage to the building....
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University of Michigan regents select Vanderbilt provost as 17th university president
The University of Michigan Board of Regents announced its choice for the university's 17th president.
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Alex Murdaugh's legal team shifts focus to Richland County for double-murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh's legal team is shifting its sights on the state capital as the venue for the double-murder retrial.
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Johnson mocks Jeffries for endorsed Democrats losing to DSA candidates in primaries
House Speaker Mike Johnson mocked House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for his endorsed Democrats losing to candidates linked to the DSA in primary elections....
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'America's Got Talent' judge Howie Mandel reveals the talent he's 'always wanted' to try
The Quarterfinal results shows air tonight at 8pm on NBC.
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'Profound shock and grief': Panettiere's ex-fiancé releases statement after actress' death
The ex-fiancé of Hayden Panettiere, Wladimir Klitschko, said his family is "going through a time of profound shock and grief" in the wake of the act
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Disney sues FCC, alleging retaliation after Trump called for Jimmy Kimmel's firing
The complaint focuses on the FCC's decision to require Disney's eight ABC-owned broadcast stations to seek early renewal of their broadcast licenses.
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Body found in rubble 10 days after north Abilene house fire
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A body was found in the rubble of a house that caught fire 10-days ago in north Abilene. The fire happened at a home on the 1700 block of Grape Street August 8. A strong smell likely prompted a bystander to call police to the scene again August 17, wh...
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How to keep the flames out: Fire safety
The fire department explains safety tips and precautions to prevent fires.
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VOTE: Do social media companies intentionally design their platforms to be addictive?
Do you think social media companies intentionally design their platforms to encourage addictive behavior?
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Trump says he will give his take on Flock cameras in the next few weeks
President Donald Trump revealed that he would be giving his stance on Flock cameras in the coming weeks.
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FAA investigates after 2 planes blow tires while landing at Chicago O'Hare
One aircraft was taken out of service for inspection.
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Border construction paused at Big Bend National Park after bulldozer video sparks outcry
The Trump administration’s plans for the area have included patrol roads, vehicle barriers and surveillance technology.
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'DWTS' host Alfonso Ribeiro on viral moments with Julianne Hough: 'At least it’s my name!'
"Dancing with the Stars" is nominated for five Emmys this year, and will be back with season 35 on September 15.
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2 young sisters found safe; babysitter tied to prior kidnapping
Atlanta police said Brown has ties to Alabama and was involved in a similar case about five years ago.
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Testimony in Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues after family takes the stand
Testimony in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues on Tuesday.
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DHS: Padres catching coordinator detained at El Paso airport, accused of overstaying visa
Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was detained in El Paso, Texas.
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'Pure evil:' MTG warns Trump officials are discussing using nuclear weapons in Iran
Former northwest Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is sounding an extraordinary warning about the war in Iran.
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Man in 'Chucky-style' mask asks woman if she was 'ready to die' in Philadelphia: police
Philadelphia police said the man threatened and chased at least half a dozen people around City Hall.
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Florida voters choose nominees in crowded race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis
Florida voters decide crowded Republican and Democratic primaries for governor, with Byron Donalds and David Jolly entering Election Day as frontrunners....
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'We were trying not to cry': Small-town dancers become world champions
Sway Studios in Sweetwater earned two national championships, received Golden Tickets to a world championship, and ultimately placed among the top 10 worldwide....
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Florida primary could be last stand for DSA as Larkin, Nixon look for late push
Florida’s Tuesday primary could be a pivotal test for the Democratic Socialists of America as the group tries to notch more wins before November.
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Federal prosecutors seek to revive Abrego Garcia human smuggling case
Federal prosecutors are asking an appeals court to reinstate the human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
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Roscoe is in a new district and favored to win it in 2026
ROSCOE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Roscoe Plowboys stuggled through the first season with Dan Loyd at the helm with just three wins. They did, however, managed to extend the playoff streak to seven seasons in a row. A lot of things are changing in year number two of the Loyd era. 1...
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'Clock is moving': US sanctions pose a threat to Iran's economy, analyst says
With a 60-day deadline expiring on a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, President Donald Trump on Monday used sharp language about Iran’s economy and milita...
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No sign human remains 15 miles away from Nancy Guthrie's home connected to case: Police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said human remains have been found in a desert approximately 15 miles away from Nancy Guthrire'shome.
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The Office of Emergency Management develops, maintains, and implements a local community plan for mitigating, managing and recovering from major emergencies and disasters....
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Tough schedule, tougher defense: Albany's seniors and defensive coordinator take precedence in 2026
ALBANY, Texas (BCH Sports) - Everyone in the Big Country knows that Albany Lion football is steeped in tradition, success too. The Lions have won 17 district titles in 18 years, headed to the playoffs 24 years in a row, so it's not often the Lions are faced with newness. "We've g...
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AI at work puts new pressure on managers
Gallup finds managers play a key role in artificial intelligence’s workplace impact, but many companies still lack the training, support and organizational changes needed to realize its potential.And even though 99% of s...
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Federal judge rules Trump administration can't halt FBI headquarters move to Greenbelt
The Trump administration cannot reverse course on a project to move the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) headquarters to a D.C. suburb in Maryland....
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Trump: 'I like the idea of declaring' Strait of Hormuz a US territory
Though negotiations between the United States and Iran broke down more than a month ago.
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White House escalates fight with Ossoff over Trump aide: 'Jon Jackoff'
Senator Jon Ossoff said Sunday that the president would rather fly on his Qatari jumbo jet with assistant Natalie Harp than serve the U.S.
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British PM Andy Burnham texted with Susie Wiles impersonator: Reports
New United Kingdom Prime Minister Andy Burnham texted with an impersonator posing as White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, according to reports.
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Mom, daughter threatened to be kicked out of Indiana Fever game for wearing XX-XY shirts
Kasey Thomason and her daughter Annie wore XX-XY Athletics T-shirts to an Indiana Fever basketball game and were threatened to be ejected from the game....
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Oil prices climb again as Iran tensions fuel supply fears
Oil prices surged Monday after President Trump cast doubt on whether the United States will reach or extend a framework deal with Iran.
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Socialism surge: Democrats face an identity fight ahead of midterms
A new poll showing growing support for socialism among Democratic voters is highlighting an ideological divide inside the party.
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Diplomacy vs. deterrence? Trump reduces South Korea military drills with N. Korea in mind
President Trump ordered a major reduction in U.S.-South Korea military exercises, a move that could open the door to diplomacy with North Korea but raise concerns about readiness and the U.S.-South Korea alliance....
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'Beyond redemption': Trump slams Fox News host Shannon Bream on Truth Social
President Donald Trump criticized "Fox News Sunday" anchor Shannon Bream over on-air guests, charts and polls, claiming Fox News is biased against him....
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Woman accused of vandalizing WWII Memorial released with restrictions
Melissa Farris, accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial, was released with restrictions, including an order to stay away from the memorial.
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Fact Check Team: Are political polls still reliable? Primary misses spark discussion
Recent polling misses in Wisconsin and Michigan are renewing a familiar question heading into the 2026 midterms: How much confidence should voters put in polls?...
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LIST: 2026 school ratings across the Big Country
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The 2026 A-F School Accountability Ratings are now online. Here’s a look at the overall district ratings for Big Country school districts. Click here to see more scores. Want more local news? Download the KTAB+ app for your Smart TV to stay inform...
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CDC: U.S. kindergarten vaccine exemptions hit record high as coverage falls nationwide
Vaccine exemptions among U.S. kindergarteners hit a new high in the 2025-2026 school year, rising to 4.2%.
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K-9 pronounced dead after being discovered in Charlottesville Police vehicle
An investigation is underway after a K-9 was pronounced dead after being discovered inside a police vehicle in Charlottesville, according to authorities....