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South Texas needs rain. Tropical Storm Alberto didn’t deliver enough.
McALLEN — South Texas was prepared for a deluge. City officials distributed sandbags and planned road closures. Gov. Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster before Tropical Storm Alberto, which was projected to dump up to eight inches of rain in the Rio Grande Valley. But by the time...
$500 – $1,000 cash rewards offered for Abilene’s Wanted Criminals
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Cash rewards are being offered for information leading to the arrest of nine suspects wanted for various crimes in Abilene. Police are seeking these suspects for the following offenses: CrimeStoppers is offering $500 cash rewards for information that leads to the capture any of the suspects, and a $1000 cash reward for […]
Beware, Here’s 6 Things Texas Police Would Rather You Not Know
Police officers are very important in keeping the peace and ensuring public safety in Abilene. The officers I know are dedicated professionals committed to serving and protecting their communities. However, I've come to learn certain aspects of their work they would rather keep hidden from the public eye. Reader's Digest...
GALLERY: Flooding causes water rescues, road closures in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Heavy flooding is causing water rescues and road closures across the City of Abilene Tuesday. Emergency crews have already responded to water rescues in the areas of N 18th Street and Treadaway Boulevard, N 10th Street and Westmoreland Street, and along S 1st Street. Occupants were helped out of vehicles submerged […]
House fire spreads to neighboring home, causing $150,000 in damages
ABILENE, Texas — Multiple homes were damaged after a house fire Friday night. The Abilene Fire Department was called to the 2600 block of South 41st St. around 6 a.m. Friday, June 7. Crews saw smoke and flames when they arrived on the scene. Officials say strong winds caused...
More than half of Abilene's underpass water pumps failed during Tuesday's heavy rainfall
ABILENE, Texas — More than half of the water pumps in Abilene's underpasses did not work during yesterday's heavy rain. Flooding was the scene for many drivers on Tuesday morning during the heavy rains, as the water pumps failed to clear out the water. "Anytime the pumps fail, I...
Documents: Abilene man arrested in SWAT incident accused of robbing Long John Silvers
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An Abilene man arrested in a SWAT incident Tuesday night is accused of robbing a Long John Silvers. Samuel Fernandez was taken into custody at a south Abilene home after a SWAT team deployed multiple rounds of gas. Court documents state Fernandez was a former employee at the Long John Silvers […]
Crime Reports: Abilene man says girlfriend stabbed him with pin
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 4300 block of N 7th Street – Assault Family ViolenceA report was taken for assault […]
Abilene SWAT team involved in south Abilene standoff
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene police were involved in a SWAT situation in south Abilene Tuesday night. The standoff started at about 4:30 p.m. near Willis and South 3rd Streets. Police said Samuel Fernandez had a warrant out for aggravated robbery. Police said when they got to his house he...
Abilene woman creates local 'A Girl & A Gun' chapter to encourage sisterhood in firearm, safety classes
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - In search to diversify the shooting range, an Abilene woman created a local chapter to the national women's shooting league, A Girl & A Gun.
Abilene man claims ambulance avoided deteriorated North 18th St. during medical emergency
ABILENE, Texas — Humberto Pina says he's lived in Abilene for almost 20 years and the streets have gotten worse over time. According to Pina, he collapsed in his front yard while doing yard work this weekend and the ambulance refused to drive down North 18th St. due to the road conditions.
Abilene City Council to vote on new dog park that could displace homeless encampment
The City Council is expected to vote Thursday on construction for a nearly $1 million dog park to be sited behind the new animal services facility. In a media briefing Monday, however, concerns were raised over a homeless encampment that resides in the new location chosen for Camp Barkeley Dog Park.
Questions surround Abilene police shooting: Late report, differing accounts
Questions surround a police shooting involving an Abilene man who is expected to go to trial. Robert Guevara Jr., 38, is accused of aiming a gun at officers, including one who then shot him on Jan. 22, 2023. He is behind bars awaiting a reset of his trial date at the Taylor County Courthouse. Guevara suffered a gunshot wound to the torso.
Turn around, don't drown: Flash flood warnings around Taylor County after thunderstorms
Turn around. Don't drown. The National Weather Service in San Angelo issued a flash flood warning and flood advisory due to thunderstorms in the Abilene area around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. About 1.5 inches of rainfall has been measured at various locations across Abilene, especially in the northern half of the...
McClure is ready to lead Jim Ned into the 2024 season
TUSCOLA, Texas (BCH Sports) – Summer offseason work is underway across the state of Texas. Some teams, like Jim Ned, are trying to get use to a new head coach. Johnathon McClure is the new head coach at Jim Ned for the new season. McClure was the defensive coordinator...
Whataburger debuts new I-20 location as old site gets a major makeover
ABILENE, Texas — Out with the old and in with the new is how the old saying goes. The old Whataburger on Southwest Drive and Danville is undergoing some major changes. We have reached out to Whataburger in San Antonio for more information but, as you can see in the photos, one wall has already been torn down.
Texas Domino’s Pizza Serving $3 Pizza For Permian Basin Honor Flight
Texans will get a special pizza deal at Domino's in Abilene for their summer customer appreciation. Not only will you get a great deal on a hot and ready pizza, but your purchase will also help out Permian Basin Honor Flight. Domino's Pizza, 934 Mockingbird Lane in Abilene will serve...
Crime Reports: Abilene woman says suspect made fake Facebook profile
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 2900 block of S 1st Street – Burglary of VehicleA victim reported his vehicle was […]
2024 Dachshund Races and Rescued Dog Reunion
ABILENE, Texas — The 2024 Dachshund Races and Rescued Dog Reunion are happening tomorrow. Rescue the Animals is hosting the event at the Nelson Park Festival Gardens across from the Abilene Zoo. The event is free to attend and any Dachshund can enter the race. You can register your...
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