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Snyder PD: Man exceeds speeds of 100 mph before colliding with officer's vehicles during high speed chase
SNYDER, Texas — The Snyder Police Department reported Friday morning that a man was taken into custody after a high speed chase ended with a collision with police vehicles. Around 3:40 a.m., officers saw a car going 49 mph in a 30 mph zone on 37th St. According to...
UPDATED: Big Country crash claims life of teenager
A 16-year-old was killed in a one-vehicle crash Thursday night in Brown County, according to a media release from the Texas Department of Public Safety. Serenity New of Brownwood was killed in the rollover crash, according to the DPS. She was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident that happened about 8:15...
Alive after 5 at Faye’s
BIG SPRING, TX — Last night the Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce had the first Alive After 5 networking event of the summer at Faye’s Flowers, a local flower shop in Big Spring. Faye’s Flowers has been in business for almost 90 years. Owner Heather Schafer...
Still local: Downtown restaurant The Local to close and reopen in new location
Contemporary Mexican restaurant The Local will be relocating to a new spot in downtown Abilene. The business announced Tuesday that Saturday will be their last night in their current location at 250 Cypress St. Their new space will be at 901 N. First Street — just down the road from the current spot. ...
Floyd County Feels One of Many Earthquakes Today
FLOYDADA, TX—Residents of Floyd County could feel a slight rumbling this morning following a 5.0 earthquake near Snyder, TX. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter was 8 miles NNE of Hermleigh and 2 miles below the surface. The area has been a hotbed of tremors over...
Suspect arrested after chase through north Abilene neighborhood
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A suspect arrested after a chase through a north Abilene neighborhood Thursday night has been identified. Christopher Owens has been booked into the Taylor County Jail on warrants for Evading Arrest x2 and Resisting Arrest in connection to the incident, which took place near N 15th Street and Lillius Street around […]
Terroristic threats, evading arrests top Abilene police reports
ABILENE, Texas — These reports come from the Abilene Police Department. Incidents and arrests happened between 6:30 a.m. Thursday and 6:29 a.m. Friday. 200 block of Sugarberry Ave. Terroristic Threat Cause Fear Of Imminent Sbi. 700 Block of N 13th St. Report: Suspect pointed a long gun at two...
Marcy Place resident soon celebrates 100th birthday
Big Spring resident Mary Odell will be turning 100 years old on August 3, 2024! Currently, she resides at Marcy Place, a senior living facility. Anyone wanting to send her a birthday card can do so by mailing it the the following address:. Mary Odell. 2301 Wasson Rd., Apt 107.
A look at all Texas Tech Red Raiders participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics
This week, the 2024 Paris Olympics kicked off. The games will run from July 24 to August 11 and Texas Tech fans will find a number of Red Raiders to follow. This year, 16 current or former Red Raiders are participating in the Olympics. So let's take a look at those who are representing their countries after previously representing the Double T.
Border Patrol warns relatives of migrants to not send them funds to make the journey as deaths soar
Border Patrol authorities in El Paso, Texas, are resorting to pleading with the family members of potential migrants to convince them not to try to cross the U.S. southern border, as the amounts of deaths amid scorching temperatures continues to soar. Concretely, the sector stretching from Hudspeth County to the...
El Paso woman to ref basketball at 2024 Paris Olympics
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway, and while there are several Borderland athletes competing in the Games, El Paso’s Blanca Burns will be officiating the men’s and women’s basketball competition. Burns, who was born in Mexico and moved to El Paso when she was 5 years old, is one […]
THE END: Several East Texas Conn’s Locations Will Close Down
We Now Know What Conn's Locations In East Texas Will Shut Down After The Company Filed For Bankruptcy. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
Police in Texas Try to Arrest Librarian for Civil Rights Book
Shocking: Texas Librarian Faces Arrest for Checking Out Toni Morrison Book. It really has to suck some days to be a cop. Imagine showing up for your shift one day, ready to arrest murderers and pedophiles, and your superior officer informs you that your assignment for the day is to go investigate and arrest a librarian for loaning out a book about civil rights.
Health officials urge precautions as mosquito activity spikes in Texas
SAN ANTONIO - Following this week's heavy rains, an unwelcome consequence has emerged: a surge in mosquito activity. Alongside the increased presence of these pests, there has been a concerning rise in mosquito-borne diseases, including the West Nile Virus. The Texas Department of State Health Services has yet to release...
A Close Look at a Terrifying North Texas Tornado
Storm chasers in North Texas got up close and personal with a twister. I don’t know how they do it. I watch a lot of storm chasers’ videos on social media and all I can think is that they’re going in the exact opposite direction I would if I were in that situation.
West Texas Convenience Store Plans To Open Location In East Texas
There's a gas station and convenience store brand that Texans, especially in West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock swear by and for once, NO, we're not talking about "Buc-ee's". Of course in other areas of Texas, the "beaver" may reign supreme and is starting their trek towards global domination...
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