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Crime Reports: Several assaults reported in Abilene over past couple days
Editor’s Note: The following arrest and incident reports were supplied by the Abilene Police Department. All information below comes from reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considered not guilty unless determined otherwise in a court of law. Incidents 3700 block of Brook Hollow Drive – Theft of FirearmA victim reported a firearm, […]
18-wheeler rollover wreck in northeast Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An 18-wheeler rollover wreck occurred in northeast Abilene, where a person was pulled from the wreckage. Before 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, a crash occurred in the 1100 block of Loop 322 near the Taylor County Coliseum. According to our reporter, the northbound entrance to Loop 322 is currently closed. […]
Pedestrian & vehicle crash in East Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A crash occurred between a vehicle and a pedestrian in east Abilene on Sunday night. Before 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, a crash took place at the intersection of East South 11th Street and Castle Drive. According to the officers at the scene, a vehicle and a pedestrian collided. Both parties […]
These Are The 7 Biggest Employers In Abilene Texas Right Now
Deep in the heart of West Texas, you’ll find the small city of Abilene, where you’ll find a community that is as tight-knit and welcoming as any great city across the Lone Star State. But we’re also known to be an economic hub, as Abilene is home to several major employers that play a huge role in our growth and stability.
Are Texas’ Black-Eyed Children a Tall Tail or Something Sinister
While most people might write this off as a joke or an urban legend, this a story that has been deep within the lore of Texas for years. If you find yourself alone at night, you might come across the terrifying sight of someone staying at you from afar. At least that was the case with one Texas man named Brian Bethel who came across what is known as the "black eyed-children".
Human Trafficking Is A Big Issue In This Small West Texas City
They say everything is bigger in Texas. Most of the time, that is a good thing. But, one thing that is not good and that has become a huge issue in this small city is human trafficking. Abilene Texas is known for being a very tight-knit community that supports a...
Abilene Meals on Wheels in need of more volunteers
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Meals on Wheels provides hundreds of residents with a balanced meal every day. However, due to an increase in their client base, they are in need of more volunteers. Betty Bradley, executive director of Meals on Wheels, said the smaller communities really need more people. “We especially need volunteers for Aspermont and […]
Don’t Miss Out On The Best Food Trucks Found In Abilene, Texas
Food trucks in Texas have been popping up more and more in recent years. They offer a variety of different types of food, drinks, and more to indulge in while maintaining a convenient way for us to stuff our faces. Over the past decade, Abilene has become a hub for...
Rainbow Rodeo bucks the trend as Abilene LGTBQ+ community celebrates third annual parade
Editor's note: An earlier version of this online story did not include the full name of the Abilene Pride Alliance. (This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.) Pride was front and center Saturday as members of the Abilene LGBTQ+ community celebrated their third annual Abilene Pride Alliance Parade and...
Abilene ISD trustee discusses advancements, challenges & Hispanic community in the district
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — In this week’s episode of Big Country Politics, Abilene ISD school board trustee Billy Enriquez discussed the advancements he has seen in the district, particularly in relation to the Hispanic community. He shared his perspective from attending Abilene schools in the 1950s and 1960s to serving six years on the board. Enriquez […]
A Hot Start To Fall In Texas, But Relief Is On The Way
Let's be honest, while we are technically in the fall season, it has felt like summer except for a day or two here and there. This week, temperatures are again forecasted to be well above average. Add to that the dry weather we are having and it really starts to feel like summer.
Abilene area forecast: Tuesday October 8th
From Meteorologist Clemente Morales: Upper ridging will continue it’s grip on all of west Texas and what that means is warm afternoon highs with readings into the low 90’s and rain chances squeezed out of the forecast. For today, we will see sunny skies and a high around 91 degrees. The winds will be nearly […]
Fun Halloween Events Here in Abilene and Some Safety Tips Too
Trick-or-Treat What’s the Halloween Plan, Grandpa?. Every year around Halloween I got the same old question from all my kids and grandchildren. "What are we doing for fun this Halloween?" You'd think I'd have these all memorized by now, but I don't. However, below is a list of some events in and around Abilene and West Texas.
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