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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...
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...
AI to boom natural gas market
Jul. 25—Artificial intelligence centers are coming on fast and they will have a big impact on the natural gas market as they require tremendous amounts of electricity. Odessa oilman Kirk Edwards, State Rep. Brooks Landgraf and Waco economist Ray Perryman say the AI revolution is a complex scenario. "The world is experiencing a massive move toward more artificial intelligence in almost every ...
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.
Houston power politics, big changes in 2024 race: This Week in Texas Politics
AUSTIN, Texas - This week saw big changes in the 2024 presidential race with President Joe Biden dropping out and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as the continued impact on the Houston area from Hurricane Beryl. FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of...
Edmond couple found alive after 38 hours at sea
EDMOND, Okla. — An Edmond couple who went missing off the coast of Texas was found by the U.S. Coast Guard around midnight, and family and friends say it’s nothing short of a miracle. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Nathan and Kim Maker...
Texas Is The Number One Worst State For Weather Related Power Outages
The Texas power grid is something that all residents worry about. When the power goes out, many things are lost. Lights are unable to be turned on, and depending on the the time of day, individuals may not be able to see for an extended period of time. Many reasons can be the cause for the power to disappear.
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
BEWARE: The Most DANGEROUS Woman In Texas Still On The Run And ARMED
The most dangerous person in Texas is not someone you would think it would be. When you think of some being DANGEROUS you think maybe some big guy with a mean demeanor. But no, the most dangerous person in Texas is a vibrant, lucky woman named Margaret Smith. WHAT MAKES...
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
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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