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More Presidents Came From Texas Than What You Think
Texas is a vast state with lots of political figures, but we've had fewer U.S. presidents come from the state than some would think. While a ton of presidents haven't come from Texas, we have still produced a decent amount, considering only 21 states have produced a president. Some of which can only claim one.
Plenty of heat with isolated rain chances Sunday
HOUSTON – Sunday is mostly to partly sunny but there is a chance for isolated showers and storms. Now let’s talk temperatures - the heat isn’t going anywhere Sunday highs still climb into the mid and upper 90s with feels-temperatures around 100. Pattern Change:. Rain chances will...
TxDOT launches Drunk Driving Campaign ahead of Labor Day Weekend
HOUSTON (KIAH) – Labor Day weekend has begun, a time to celebrate the end of summer with friends. Although this weekend is supposed to be a relaxing occasion, we want to make sure everyone is drinking responsibly and being safe. That’s why Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is launching their annual “Drive Sober. No Regrets” campaign. Houston Police did a simulation to show the dangers of drunk driving.
16 state coalition sues Biden administration to block amnesty plan
(The Center Square) – A 16-state coalition led by Texas has sued the Biden administration to stop a widespread amnesty plan from going into effect. They did so two months after President Joe Biden announced the plan designed to fast track a path to citizenship for hundreds of thousands of foreign nationals who’ve been living […]
Retired FBI agent killed in EPISD Police shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The family of retired FBI Agent Julio Cordero is struggling to come to terms with what led up to his death after an encounter with an El Paso Independent School District Police Officer early Thursday morning, Aug. 22 at Franklin High School. Cordero, 56, was killed at the school around […]
Many in Missouri Want a Secure Border – From Kansas
I predict this will turn into a dumpster fire of political comments, but that's certainly not the way I intend it. It's a true story about how many in Missouri are concerned about a secure border - not from Mexico, but Kansas. It's not often that a political statement on...
15 migrants found in Las Cruces area stash house
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Border Patrol agents working in the Las Cruces area found and “rescued” 15 migrants from a stash house recently, according to the Border Patrol’s El Paso Sector Chief Anthony “Scott” Good on his X account. The Border Patrol’s Las Cruces Anti-Smuggling Unit worked with New Mexico State Police and the […]
Ninth consecutive day with triple digit heat
We had yet another scorching hot day in the High Plains. Temps reached the 100s this afternoon. In Amarillo, today marks the 9th consecutive day with temperatures in the 100s! This has now become the longest streak of triple digit heat in Amarillo history. The days were from August 16 to August 24. Since we are tracking triple digit heat, we do have a Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m. CDT for Palo Duro Canyon State Park and a few eastern counties in the combined Panhandles. Make sure to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities to the early morning and late evening hours.
Cooler Temperatures on the Way
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Happy Saturday! Today will be the last day with temperatures in triple digit range! While a couple of small quick-lasting showers will be possible late today, most of us will stay dry. Temperatures for Sunday will be back down into the upper 90′s before we will see temperatures more in the low to mid 90′s range going into the next work week, perhaps with some rain/storm chances returning during the middle part of the week.
Amarillo animal agencies offering discounted adoption fees
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Two Amarillo animal agencies are offering discounted adoption fees for dogs and cats. The Amarillo SPCA says it will be offering discounted rates from Aug. 27 through Aug. 31. The fee to adopt a fully-vetted dog or cat will be $85. The nonprofit is open from...
Countdown to Kickoff: River Road Wildcats
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - After a season to forget in 2023, Bryan Welps and the River Road Wildcats football team are ready for redemption. Coach Welps and his players want to change the narrative not only for this season, but for years to come. “I feel like coming into this...
Randall County Jail expansion on track to be completed in December
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Randall County Jail expansion project is over halfway complete as construction continues for the two new pods. “The original facility has been open since 2001 and so as we’ve seen growth, we’ve seen increase in crimes, and so the number of people that need to be in jail has increased,” said Chief Deputy Hank Blanchard, Randall County Sheriff’s Office.
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