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Hurricane Beryl death toll climbs to 28, including 15 caused by heat due to massive power outages
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Three more names have been added to the list of people who died during and after Hurricane Beryl roared ashore in Texas on July 8, bringing the total to. In an update on Wednesday, July 24, from the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, we...
Texas man arrested after deputies discover 44 pounds of meth during Mississippi interstate traffic stop
A Texas man has been arrested after Mississippi deputies found 44 pounds of methamphetamine in his vehicle. On Monday, a Rankin County deputy stopped a Ford truck on Interstate 20 for an unspecified violation. The deputy suspected the driver, Arnol Zamora, 35, of drug trafficking. Backup arrived, and a K-9...
Could state House District 71 turn blue? Candidate Linda Goolsbee thinks so
Born in Abilene, Linda Goolsbee is running on the Democratic ticket Nov. 5 against the incumbent, Republican Rep. Stan Lambert, for the Texas House District 71 seat. After controversy shadowed the Republican primary, Goolsbee said she was inspired to run to ensure that newcomer Liz Case did not push school vouchers through the House if elected. ...
Mosquitos carrying West Nile Virus found in Hays County
Public health officials urge Texans to be vigilant in protecting against mosquito bites after confirming the first Texas case of West Nile virus and 10 travel- associated dengue cases this year alone. In Hays county, officials confirmed last week that several mosquito trap samples collected in the Wimberley area tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive samples were collected from two sites in and around the city of Wimberley on July 11. There are about 20 traps in and around the Dripping Springs and Driftwood area but no mosquito samples have tested positive for the virus. These are the first reported...
5 migrants, smuggler apprehended after Texas State Trooper pursuit, crash into shed
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Border Patrol agents in Santa Teresa assisted in apprehending five migrants and a smuggler following a Texas Department of Public Safety state trooper pursuit that ended with the smuggler's truck crashing into a storage shed. US Border Patrol El Paso Sector Chief Anthony "Scott"...
Texas Court Overturns $26 Million Verdict for Paralyzed Woman In Honda Odyssey Crash
Sarah Milburn sustained severe vertebrae injuries in a 2015 Honda Odyssey crash with a pickup. The minivan’s third-row middle seat had a two-piece seatbelt, which was worn incorrectly. The victim was initially awarded $37.6 million in damages for her injuries. A woman left quadriplegic after riding in a 2011...
Biden to visit LBJ Library in Texas on Monday for 60th anniversary of 1964 Civil Rights Act
President Joe Biden will travel to Texas next week to visit the LBJ residential Library to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, the White House said Tuesday.
Abilene introduces new two-day weekly watering restrictions
ABILENE, Texas — The City of Abilene is implementing new water restrictions. The City of Abilene and Abilene Water Utilities will begin the year-round, two-day a week watering restriction August 7. In a press release, the City said this is the second stage of their year-round water use management...
Cross country runners prep for season
In addition to football and volleyball, Albany cross country runners begin preparations for the 2024 season on Monday, Aug. 5. Coach Lauren Peacock said some runners have been taking part in the girls summer conditioning program. “Wehaveonemoreweek of workouts with the girls in the mornings, then we’ll startAug. 5,” Peacock...
Moldy peppers, rodents and contamination risks: Abilene's weekly restaurant inspections
The city of Abilene Environmental Health Division regularly monitors restaurants and food establishments for compliance with state food safety requirements. Frequent inspections are essential in preventing the spread of foodborne illnesses through contamination and improper handling, storage and sanitation. ...
Fire erupts near Family Dollar in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Wednesday afternoon, a fire broke out behind the Family Dollar on Grape Street. The police informed KTAB/KRBC that a homeless encampment was in the area and instructed them to leave a few days ago, stating that the city would come out to clean the encampment if they did not comply. The […]
Wildfire Near Abilene Has Area Residents Awaiting Evacuation Notice
TYE, TX — Residents near the town of Tye were told to be prepared to evacuate by the Tye Fire Department due to a fast-moving wildfire Wednesday, July 24. Tye is located just west of Abilene on Interstate 20. "If you live in the area of CR 646, CR 415, and Kings Addition Rd you need to be prepared to evacuate," stated a post on Facebook by the Tye Fire Department. Multiple fire departments were fighting the blaze off FM 707 north of Tye, according to the post. Learn More Here.
You Won’t Believe What Happened In Texas … An Earthquake
A total of 3 earthquakes shook up folks near Abilene Monday night but, fortunately, none of them were too severe. A US Geological survey says the epicenter was in Hermleigh, Texas. A small town in Scurry County about 56 miles northwest of Abilene. They happened about 10 minutes apart at...
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