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Abilene, Texas · AbileneSWEETWATER, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Ten men have been arrested during an operation intended to catch suspects attempting to prey on children in Sweetwater. Several state, federal, and local agencies assisted in the arrests of the following individuals:
Isaiah Bugarin - Online Solicitation of Minor Demaryo Davis - Online Solicitation of Prostitution, Possession of Controlled Substance Clint Denson - Online Solicitation of Prostitution of Minor, Unla…See the Story
10 arrested during child predator sting operation in Sweetwater
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Texas State Technical College (TSTC) hosted a memorable 'Signing Day' event for future students. "This event is so that students who go to a two-year school can be celebrated just like students who go to a four-year school," said TSTC Admissions Team Lead Joshua Pedroza.
‘It’s not just a men’s game’: More female welders joining classes at West Texas TSTC It's fashioned after the same style in which high schoo…See the Story
TSTC hosts ‘Signing Day’ for future students in Abilene
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Driving down South 14th Street and seeing Dixie Pig Diner may bring back memories to longtime residents. Now, one of the beloved establishment's co-owners needs a heart transplant, and the community is coming together to support him. David Bradshaw co-owns the family diner alongside his mother. As soon as customers walk through the door, the staff maintains a family-friendly atmosphere for everyone to enjoy, accordin…See the Story
Community rallies for Dixie Pig co-owner in need of heart transplant
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneBRECKENRIDGE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — If you drive through downtown Breckenridge, you may notice some of the businesses have a refreshed look. For the past three years, the Breckenridge Downtown Development Council and Economic Development Council have been pushing to revive the downtown area and keep the town alive. J.B. Sparks, one of the BDDC chairmen, told KTAB/KRBC that his motivation for a fresh new look comes from a trend in surrounding area…See the Story
Downtown Breckenridge gets a refreshed look
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House Fire · AbileneTAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Multiple fire agencies across Taylor County showed up to a fight a Bradshaw family's house fire Thursday afternoon. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) told KTAB/KRBC the fire in Bradshaw was contained by agencies from Tuscola, Lawn, Morrow and more. The single-story house fire began around 4:00 p.m. Thursday, and firefighters were able to get the flames under control at around 5:00 p.m., though crews wor…See the Story
Multiple Taylor County firefighters show up to battle Bradshaw house fire
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Abilene Police Department (APD) arrested a local father, accusing him of Child Endangerment after officers responded to a report of young children playing in a roadway without supervision.
APD selects 15-year Abilene officer Joel Harris to serve as 3rd assistant chief of police Kristopher Haddad was booked into the Taylor County Jail Wednesday on three counts of second degree felony Abandon/ Endanger Chil…See the Story
Abilene father accused of 3 counts Child Endangerment
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The Abilene Police Department (APD) announced a third Assistant Chief of APD on Thursday.
PLEASE HELP: Police search for suspect accused of scamming Abilene clerk Asst. Chief Joel Harris has been with APD since November 2008, working his way up from patrol officer to sergeant in 2018, and lieutenant in 2023.
He also spent time in APD's Criminal Investigations Division as a detective, a sniper on the SWAT tea…See the Story
APD selects 15-year Abilene officer Joel Harris to serve as 3rd assistant chief of police
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Abilene, Texas · AbileneABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - The City of Abilene has closed off an oft-used intersection for weeks while improvements are being made. In a Facebook post, the city said the interesection of South 7th and Willis streets will be closed for two months effective immediately.
6 towns to be folded into Abilene MPO operational boundary
This closure will continue through construction efforts. However, the city assured that access to homes and bu…See the Story
South Abilene intersection closes for 2 months
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