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One safety standard for all? That's what OpenAI says it wants
OpenAI is pushing the United States’ government to lead an international coalition to develop global safety and security standards as companies race to build th...
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Melania Trump's "Fostering the Future Together" initiative unveils new tech partnerships
First Lady Melania Trump spoke about her initiative, "Fostering the Future Together," on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
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Senate seeker El-Sayed welcomes Harris's support, bucking trend by vulnerable Democrats
The former vice president's Tuesday appearance in Michigan could complicate El-Sayed's campaign, a risk recognized by other Senate candidates.
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Joe Kent calls for those in the Trump administration opposed to the Iran war to resign
Former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent called for those in the Trump administration who are opposed to the Iran war to resign....
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Somali home daycares in Seattle receive $5M in taxpayer funds in potential fraud: report
Somali home daycares in Seattle have allegedly received more than $5 million in taxpayer funds in a potential fraud scheme, according to a report.
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Social media guru, Tinx, is going to help you do your laundry?! Find out how!
It’s fall, which means school has started, and those college freshmen are rubbing their heads, trying to figure out their new life.
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ACU volleyball posts best Division I-era start at 8-4 after Wildcat Classic sweeps
ACU volleyball is off to its best start since their Division 1 era, and the Wildcats say the work behind the scenes is paying off.
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Lionel Richie undergoes atrial fibrillation treatment, cancels more tour dates
Richie was hospitalized in June and August after struggling with health concerns on his tour with Earth, Wind, & Fire.
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Abilene police chief to give presentation on flock cameras
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A presentation will be taking place this week on flock cameras in the City of Abilene. Abilene Police Chief Rondell Seratte will give a presentation on flock cameras (license plate readers) during Thursday's city council meeting, which is set to take ...
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106 human bones found across New Jersey properties lead to 12-year prison sentence
A man was sentenced to 12 years in prison after investigators found 106 human bones scattered across several properties in New Jersey, prosecutors said....
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Secretary Rollins says USDA has prevented over $5.8 billion in potential retailer fraud
Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Monday that the department has prevented over $5.8 billion in potential retailer fraud.
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Splash Pads
Splash down at Adventure Pete’s six different Splash Pad Islands located at the following city parks: Nelson Park, Redbud Park, Sears Park, Stevenson Park, Scarborough Park, and Valentine Park!...
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Food Bank of West Central Texas: Community Food Drive
The Food Bank of West Central Texas is hosting a food drive on Saturday, Sept. 26.
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TSTC Sweetwater marks 1 year of culinary arts program training future chefs
A year after TSTC's Sweetwater campus launched its culinary arts program, students are sharpening their skills in a kitchen designed to mirror the industry....
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Vance-led task force targets 750K Obamacare enrollments in $2.2B anti-fraud push
The action would cancel subsidy payments and save an estimated $2.2 billion.
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Coroner releases Hayden Panettiere's cause and manner of death
Hollywood actress Hayden Panettiere’s death has been ruled accidental due to the toxic effects of fentanyl and other drugs.
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VOTE: How important is it for the US to stay ahead of China in the AI race?
How important is it for the U.S. to stay ahead of China in the AI race?
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Sen. John Curtis calls for Senate probe of Trump, Biden family business dealings
Curtis said congressional oversight should apply equally regardless of which party controls the White House.
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'Looksmaxxing' influencer Clavicular charged with rape, drugging a woman
Clavicular, the streamer who popularized the looksmaxxing trend on social media, has been charged with rape and drugging a woman in Massachusetts.
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Grand jury finds no evidence for charges in death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells
The panel found Wells’ body’s position, condition, time of discovery and location were "consistent with drowning."
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Man shot by ICE officer in Texas back in hospital, attorney says
A Venezuelan man shot and wounded by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Agent (ICE) in Texas over the weekend was hospitalized late Monday after being taken to an immigration facility with a bullet still lodged in his back, according to his lawyer....
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Central Texas students plan walkouts after ICE agent shoots man in Austin
Many people have called for the full video and a transparent investigation.
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Dolly Parton's nephew fired as security chief amid estate dispute
Sources told TMZ that replacement guards were placed at Parton’s Nashville home, museum, downtown residence and warehouse.
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Trump defends Iran war in UN speech, warns of 'annihilation' without peace deal
Trump’s speech comes nearly seven months into the conflict with Iran, which he has said is necessary to address Tehran’s nuclear threat.
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NYT, Washington Post join photo hold in solidarity with banned White House outlets
The standoff disrupted coverage of Trump’s White House helipad event and his trip to the U.N. General Assembly.
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Steve Guttenberg finds echoes of his own journey in 'American Summer'
There are summers we remember because of where we went or who we were with. Others stay with us because, although we didn't realize it at the time, we were becoming someone.That's the territory Steve Guttenberg explores...
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Austin protests against ICE resume after agent shoots Venezuelan national
Wilber Garces Perez, 28, was shot in the torso at a North Austin intersection Sunday afternoon.
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Can Mamdani & Trump work together? NYC councilmember reacts to Gracie Mansion visit
President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met again Monday, sitting down at Gracie Mansion as the city heads into a busy week.
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Playtime is over; Wylie starts district this week
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - The last four weeks of the high school football season was prep time for the Wylie Bulldogs. They won two games, and lost two games. Both wins came on the road. Both losses came at home. However, none of that really matters anymore. District starts t...
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Trump, Mamdani meet at Gracie Mansion, discuss housing, policing and immigration
President Donald Trump and Mayor Zohran Mamdani met behind closed doors at the mayor's residence, Gracie Mansion, in New York City on Monday evening.
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Revitalizing Ringling Lake: Eastland’s ‘uncovered jewel’
EASTLAND, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A historic area just outside Eastland is getting a closer look as community members work to bring new life to Ringling Lake and the surrounding property. The area offers a mix of outdoor activities, including an archery course, shooting range, hiking...
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Comedian Carrot Top hospitalized, improving after reported suicide attempt
The comedian, who got his start at Florida Atlantic University and maintains homes in the Orlando area, is awake and breathing on his own, his publicist says....
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Clyde increases fee for gaming machines to $1,000
CLYDE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Folks with a skill-based machine, more commonly known as a gaming machine, within the Clyde city limits will have to pay a higher fee to operate it. An amended ordinance now charges operators $1,000 per machine. That's a $900 increase from when the ordi...
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Former Google employee & nonprofit co-founder adds to growing calls to slow down AI
Warnings about the dangers of artificial intelligence are no longer coming only from critics outside the tech industry.
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House resolution targets lawmakers' personal gains from earmarks
A new House resolution seeks to bar members of Congress from using taxpayer-funded earmarks to enrich themselves while in office.
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Heavy-hitting Wylie looks to go undefeated in district back-to-back seasons
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - Wylie Volleyball headed into the season with a stacked resume, setting high expectations for 2026. Last season, the Lady Bulldogs went 8-0 in district and made it to the third round of the playoffs. Ahead of the 2026 season, head coach Shay Cox sched...
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White House launching 'Trump TV' amid media ban dispute. What is it?
The White House is launching "Trump TV" on Monday night, just days after President Donald Trump announced a ban of CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House....
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Child Passenger Safety Week highlights the importance of proper car seat use
Child Passenger Safety Week is putting a spotlight on the importance of properly securing young passengers.
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'American Hostage' recreates a thrilling 70s crime that pulled attention from the Oscars
The Prime Video series stars Jon Hamm, Giovanni Ribisi, Mireille Enos, and Kristoffer Polaha.
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Advocates call on Trump to confront Xi over China's treatment of faith groups
Religious-freedom advocates are calling on President Donald Trump to raise the plight of imprisoned faith leaders when Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Washington this week....
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Surging diesel prices add to affordability pressures weeks before midterms
Climbing prices for diesel fuel are adding to economic headwinds facing Republicans with just weeks left before the midterm elections as they confront prospects...
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Vermont man convicted of attempted murder in shooting 3 Palestinian college students
A jury on Monday convicted a Vermont man of attempted murder after shooting three Palestinian college students near the University of Vermont campus.
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FAA grounds flights after major system glitch; issue now resolved
Duffy said it was an Amtrak construction crew that accidentally cut into a fiber line in New Jersey.
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Treasury secretary confirms AI talks with China are underway ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Against a backdrop of growing calls for the federal government to create safety standards and regulations for rapidly advancing AI.
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More than a dozen arrested with ties to illegal voting and other election related crimes
The Trump administration is keeping the spotlight on what it sees as illegal voting in U.S. elections.
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Documents: Abilene child sex crime suspect searches for 'most lenient country to live in for a sex offender'
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man is accused of searching for "most lenient country to live in for a sex offender" while under investigation for child sex crimes. Dustin Barnett was arrested on a warrant for Indecency w/Child Contact Saturday in connection to the allega...
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Trump faces packed agenda of global crises as world leaders gather for UN General Assembly
World leaders are converging on New York this week for the UN General Assembly, confronting a growing list of global crises.
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Senate seeker El-Sayed jabs Trump over AI rebrand: 'Inferior Intelligence'
The two have clashed more often as El-Sayed's stock rises.
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Clyde City Council approves randomized employee drug testing
CLYDE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Clyde City Council is updating its drug and alcohol testing policy for city employees. During a recent meeting, a council member said the current policy is outdated and does not comply with local, state and federal guidelines. The updated policy wou...
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Crypto super PAC to spend millions to stop former Democrat senator from returning to DC
The cryptocurrency industry is funding a super PAC that plans to spend roughly $30 million in the Ohio Senate race to try to keep ex- Sen. Sherrod from winning....
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Crime Reports: Suspect accused of taking pictures up victim's dress at Abilene store
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 3400 block of N 10th ...
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Ryan Seacrest on 'American Idol' moving to Georgia: 'It’s very cool'
The news broke last week that the long-running singing competition would be relocating for season 25.