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Mother of child with drugs in toy box jailed without bail
An Iowa Park mother whose 4-year-old son tested positive for drugs and, according to police, had drugs and paraphernalia inside the home where he could reach them, including in his toybox, is back in jail after using drugs after being placed on probation, according to prosecutors.
Man indicted for choking young daughter
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A man whose 4-year-old son died in a drunk driving wreck in 2019 and who, in 2022, was convicted of drunk driving in a van with the four surviving children from that wreck has now been indicted for injury to a child on November 17, 2023. Christopher Redmond, Sr., was arrested […]
Wichita Falls Police Need Help Identifying Credit Card Theft Suspect
Can you identify the suspect in a Wichita Falls stolen credit card case?. If you know the suspect’s identity, call the front desk of the WFPD at 940-720-5000 and leave a message for Detective Duncan-Ferguson. Be sure to reference case # 24-06588. If you have any information on this...
Things to do in Wichita Falls this weekend, July 4-7
Thursday is the BIG holiday of the summer in the U.S. of A., and plenty of activities are planned in the Wichita Falls area. Beware: The temperature Thursday could hit 105 with relatively high humidity. After that, things slow way, way down for the remainder of the weekend. Here’s what’s going on Thursday,...
Work progresses on two new arrivals on the Wichita Falls restaurant scene
Despite blistering heat, work continues on at least two new restaurants coming to Wichita Falls. The walls are up on a new Domino’s location at 2212 Kemp Blvd. just north of a Braum’s restaurant. City permits show the property is owned by MAD Holdings LLC of Lawton. The...
Win Free School Supplies and Other Cool Prizes During Pick-A-Pack
Townsquare Media Wichita Falls and The Carlson Law Firm will be giving away FREE school supplies in backpacks, plus other cool prizes, during Pick-A-Pack!. Local radio stations 102.3 The Bull, 106.3 The Buzz and 92.9 NIN and The Carlson Law Firm will give away 20 backpacks filled with school supplies. Winners may also receive tickets to Castaway Cove, a reusable water bottle, free sub coupons from Firehouse Subs and more!
Alleged father-to-be tased, arrested on charges of assault of pregnant woman
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A man was tased and arrested after a woman, who is six months pregnant, was dragged off a couch and shoved twice in her abdomen where she said she was carrying their baby, according to police. Colt Montgomery has posted bonds and been released on his charges of assault of a […]
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
Texas Lottery Confirms Texas Mega Millionaire in Tuesday Drawings
Our friends at the Texas Lottery home office in Austin, Texas are going to need to give the "check writer" some "comp time" after all the big winner checks the Texas Lottery has been asked to write in recent days. The past two Powerball drawings have created multiple financial windfalls for lottery players in the state. And, Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery drawing just gave Texas a brand new millionaire.
Experts – Extreme Weather To Become “Normal” In Texas
Texas saw some crazy weather last year, including extremely high temps, and 2024 is looking to bring us more. In fact, experts think this insanity may become "normal". Last year, Texas saw record breaking heat waves and 2024 is expected to be at least as hot, if not hotter. The heat isn't the only extreme weather the lone star state could see this year.
TX environmental groups fight for global plastics treaty
Environmental groups in Texas are backing a proposed global plastics treaty set to be finalized by the end of the year. The treaty aims to minimize plastic's effect on the environment and make manufacturers responsible for managing plastic waste. The treaty also encourages the use of reusable options, such as single-use bags, straws and utensils.
‘I wouldn’t be here’: Bystander’s quick-thinking CPR saves life in middle of golf game
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — In a sudden turn of events, what started as a good-natured round of golf quickly turned into a dire need for lifesaving measures. On June 21, 2024, Dale Hughes’ life was saved when a quick-thinking bystander administered CPR after he suffered a severe heart attack while playing golf. Now, he’s encouraging […]
Clear The Streets: The Worst Areas For Underage Drinking In Texas
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the areas in Texas cited the most for underage drinking violations are all near universities. But some party schools party a lot harder than others if we take the numbers at face value. Overall, citations to businesses for serving underage patrons are trending down. This could be because:
Texas 10 Most Wanted fugitive captured in Wisconsin
AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas 10 Most Wanted sex offender is back in custody following his recent arrest in Wyoming, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Ramiro Manuel Dominguez, 35, on June 27 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Dominguez, who was DPS Featured Fugitive in June 2024, was apprehended after DPS Special Agents from Lubbock coordinated with officers from the Cheyenne Police Department, following a tip received last month. A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid for his arrest.
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