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Man allegedly attacked neighbor with feces following dispute about dog poop
A man allegedly attacked his neighbor with dog poop following an extensive "ongoing dispute" about feces being left on his driveway.
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Multiple people shot at Virginia State University; Campus on lockdown
Multiple people were shot at Virginia State University (VSU) in Ettrick, Virginia, according to a statement by the school.
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Anson man arrested after traffic stop, police say
An Anson man was arrested Thursday after police said a traffic stop escalated into threats of self-harm and violence against officers.
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US schools participated in Xi-backed program promoting communist ideology: Report
Dozens of American schools and universities have taken part in a China-backed study abroad initiative launched by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Ohio company sues woman over scathing 1-star Google review: report
An Ohio company has filed a lawsuit against a woman after she reportedly left a bad review on Google.
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7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Indonesia, killing at least 38 & hurting several others
A magnitude-7.7 earthquake hit off the coast of eastern Indonesia on Saturday local time, killing at least 38 people and hurting more than 12 others.
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Breckenridge needs senior class to deliver for a smooth transition to Class 3A Division II
BRECKENRIDGE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The Breckenridge Buckaroos are working to go to the playoffs in back to back seasons for the first time since 2022, and they just might get it done. Casey Pearce and his Bucks dropped from Class 3A Division I to Division II and 16 positions are ...
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Abilene business Chike makes Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing U.S. companies
Chike started in Abilene with what its founders call a “simple vision” — and now, it’s being recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the country....
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FBI 'Most Wanted Fugitive' accused of cartel-linked drug trafficking captured, agency says
A 46-year-old Indiana man on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list was arrested after spending nearly three years on the run, according to FBI Los Angeles....
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West Texas Fair and Rodeo returns with rides, music and rodeo
We are just a month away from the West Texas Fair and Rodeo. And while the organizers don't know exactly how many there have been, you can expect classic rodeo...
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Trump announces new tariffs on drone imports
President Trump has announced new tariffs on drone imports to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign supply chains and avoid possible national security threats....
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Consumer sentiment falls in August as Americans 'just don't feel like they're thriving'
Consumer sentiment fell 8% in August after two months of gains, remaining near record lows as Americans worry about inflation, purchasing power and the broader economy....
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Trump denies deteriorating USS Lincoln's families are worried as relatives speak out
The president told reporters Friday that the aircraft carrier's extended deployment hasn't been nearly long enough.
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Guilty plea leaves Mangione facing up to life in prison while NY murder trial in doubt
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking charges in the killing of United Health Care CEO Brian Thompson.
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Scott Jennings responds to reports of him potentially getting Karoline Leavitt's job
CNN correspondent Scott Jennings has been asked about rumors that he would potentially become the next White House press secretary.
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Trump says he'll declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory when Iran war ends
President Donald Trump said he wants to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory when the war with Iran ends.
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Trump orders DOD to redesign aircraft carrier with steam catapults to launch jets
President Trump has ordered the DOD to redesign an aircraft carrier with steam-powered catapults to launch fighter jets instead of electromagnetic systems....
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Dyess fire captain receives national valor award for lifesaving trench rescue
A Dyess Air Force Base fire captain who entered an unsupported 30-foot trench to help rescue a critically injured construction worker has received the Internati...
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Winters ISD: 'No indication of an immediate danger' found after 'potential threat' directed at district
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Winters ISD students will go through classes with a heightened security presence on campus this Friday after the district reported that a "potential threat" was directed toward it Thursday evening. In a statement issued on the night of...
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NASA announces MAX POWER, 2-day aerospace expo & airshow at Kennedy Space Center
NASA will open Kennedy Space Center's historic Shuttle Landing Facility to the public in November for a new aerospace technology expo and airshow.
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Abilene ISD teachers earn Region 14 Teacher of the Year honors
Two Abilene ISD educators have earned Region 14’s top teaching honors a
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Trump's naval order for costly fighter jet launchers met with skepticism
The president ordered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Thursday to revert an aircraft carrier's launchers to an older and more expensive system.
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Data centers emerge as bipartisan flashpoint ahead of 2026 midterm elections
As the 2026 midterm elections enter the final stretch, opposition to data centers is emerging as a rare political issue crossing party lines
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Construction workers find $10M in gold bars & coins during sewer installation
Construction workers found dozens of gold bars and hundreds of coins valued at an estimated $10 million while installing sewers at an old brewery.
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What are the next steps for Trump's changes to childhood vaccine scheduling?
The Trump admin. is directing changes to federal childhood vaccine policy that would place greater emphasis on individual risk and decision-making with parents....
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Fauci, the Fifth Amendment and Biden’s Pardon: The Contempt Fight Explained
Senate panel votes 8-5 to recommend holding Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked the Fifth Amendment 100+ times.
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Judge orders Alex Murdaugh retrial moved outside 14th Circuit over jury fairness concerns
The retrial of Alex Murdaugh will take place outside South Carolina’s 14th Judicial Circuit and Colleton County, Judge Debra McCaslin ruled Friday during a pret...
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Wylie volleyball returns with senior core, aims to rebound from last season’s loss
Wylie’s volleyball team is back with unfinished business after a 34-8 season ended in a loss to Argyle in the regional quarterfinals.
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[Cancelled] Abilene Landmarks Commission
Event date: August 25, 2026 Event Time: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Location: 555 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 Description: *Board Meetings are Subject to Change Agendas & Minutes Watch on ATN...
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Crime Reports: Victim assaulted with picture frame 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 800 block of Cypress ...
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Navy replacing USS Lincoln after reports of psychological breakdown
The aircraft carrier's crew has been at sea for hundreds of consecutive days, a historic tally reportedly leading some sailors to suffer mental health issues....
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Labor Negotiations with AFD
Better understand the data behind this year's labor negotiations with the Abilene Fire Department.
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Is new University of Michigan grade policy helping or hurting students?
A grading policy at the University of Michigan is fueling debate over how colleges should address student mental health while maintaining academic standards....
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Judge dismisses Nevada alternate electors case from 2020 presidential election
A Nevada judge has dismissed the case against six GOP alternate electors from the 2020 presidential election.
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Investigating cost of action in Afghanistan, who actually received taxpayer dollars
Questions remain about how billions of taxpayer dollars tied to the country have been spent and how much of that money actually made its way into Afghanistan....
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Flock Safety CEO apologizes for misuses of its surveillance technology
Flock Safety says changes will be made regarding anti-abuse safeguards after issues with the surveillance technology.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in White House ballroom dispute
The solicitor general filed an application asking the Supreme Court to immediately suspend a lower-court injunction blocking construction of the ballroom project, which the administration says is 65% complete....
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'I killed her,' Court docs reveal new details in Abilene 3-year-old’s death
Newly obtained court documents are revealing more about the investigation into the death of a 3-year-old Abilene girl and what police said they found......
government
Federal indictment accuses Stamford mayor of diverting $308,000
Stamford Mayor James Michael Decker has been indicted on five counts of wire fraud, according to federal court documents.
safety
Woman faces federal charges after World War II Memorial vandalism
An arrest has been made after the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., was vandalized with red paint and a substance that caused a fountain to bubble....
safety
'I killed her': Search warrant reveals Abilene mother accused of strangling, stabbing toddler to death
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A court document was recently released in the case of an Abilene toddler who was rushed lifeless to the police station earlier this week, revealing her mother allegedly strangled her and stabbed her multiple times. KTAB and KRBC obtained a search warr...
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Mayor in Massachusetts accused of misusing $1.5M pandemic loan to fund campaign
The FBI arrested the mayor of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Brian Depena, for allegedly misusing $1.5 million in COVID-19 small-business loans.
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Texas Rangers seek public's help for cold case
Texas Rangers seek the public's help for the 1996 Brown County cold case.
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VOTE: Do you think Flock cameras are a threat to your privacy?
Do you think Flock cameras are a threat to your privacy?
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Fort Hood identifies two pilots killed in Apache helicopter crash near Salado
Fort Hood officials have identified the two pilots killed when an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter crashed near Salado during a maintenance test flight, sparking...
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Chris Carter 'can’t wait' to see 'The X-Files' reboot from Ryan Coogler
Carter is releasing a director's cut of the 2008 film “The X-Files: I Want to Believe" on Disney+ and Hulu today.
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing: 'I knew what I was doing'
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson inside a Manhattan courtroom on Friday....
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Stamford mayor accused of stealing more than $300,000 in federal wire fraud case
STAMFORD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The mayor of Stamford is facing federal wire fraud charges after allegedly using his position to steal more than $300,000 from a community foundation, private estates and a livestock association. James Decker was indicted Wednesday by a federal grand...
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Ranger residents raise funds to restore historic Coca-Cola mural after council denial
A century-old piece of Ranger’s downtown history is set to return to a wall — and residents are paying to make it happen after the City Council declined to fund...
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Is rain on the way? What El Niño could mean for Big Country farmers
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Farmers and agricultural producers gathered Thursday at the Taylor County Expo Center for the Big Country Wheat Conference, where they heard the latest information ahead of the upcoming wheat planting season. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension hosted the co...
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Railroad Festival returns to downtown Abilene this September
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Abilene Railroad Festival returns this year to celebrate the history of railroads in Abilene and their role in shaping the city. The Texas and Pacific Railway arrived in Abilene in 1881, helping connect the city to communities across the region. C...
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How a Clyde mom balances motherhood, a balloon business & rescued wildlife
CLYDE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Big Country mom grew up on one of the largest working ranches in Texas, but recently moved to Clyde. Cheyenne Howard is a mom to a toddler girl, cares for many different rescued animal species, and runs a balloon and decor business, Howdy Honey Balloo...
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Texas Rangers investigating McCamey child shooting death: UCSO
Editor's Note: This article discusses the death of a child. Reader discretion is advised. SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The Texas Rangers are investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy in McCamey who died from an apparent gunshot wound to the forehead, according t...
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Grand Jury: Stalking & arson charges among latest Taylor County indictments
Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Taylor County, Texas, on August 13, 2026. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law. Aidan Romero - Possession of Tetrahydrocannabinol Ricky Anto...
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Crime Reports: Capital murder arrest made 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 400 block of Sammons ...
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National gas prices climb after short decline
The American Automobiles Association says the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is rising again after a week of declines.
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Senators launch investigation into Roblox and how company handles safety protocol
Senators Josh Hawley, R-Mo., and Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced an investigation into Roblox and how the company handles child safety.