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Big Country winter outlook: Climate Prediction Center vs. Farmer’s Almanac, who’s got it right?
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BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Meteorologists Carter Vandrasik and Katalina Bell are breaking down what the Climate Prediction Center says about this winter, and how it stacks up against th…
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2 men arrested in Taylor County for child exploitation
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TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) has arrested two men accused of child exploitation and other offenses. According to TCSO, 34-year-old Jeremy Baile…
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Coloring Life Differently: Muralist mom painting her own path in parenting
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – She’s a well-known muralist in Abilene and the Big Country, but Calina “CAL” Mishay is also a mom of three. “On Time for Mom Time” h…
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Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock visits TSTC Abilene to promote TEFA initiative
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock toured Texas State Technical College’s Abilene campus Thursday to highlight the state’s Texas Education Freedom…
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From @Sam Nichols: Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 7:45pm that includes Kent and Stonewall Co. A severe thunderstorm west of Jayton moving NE @ 20mph is capable of producing 60mph winds and quarter size hail.
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From @Sam Nichols: A strong thunderstorm in NE Fisher Co. moving NE @ 20mph will impact NE Fisher and NW Jones Co. through 7:15pm. Wind gusts up to 50mph and penny size hail are possible with this storm.
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Abilene CityLink fares to increase for first time since 2016
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – CityLink fares will soon be going up for the first time since 2016, and according to at least one rider with disabilities, the cost increase should be shared equa…
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An Abilene mom's powerful choice: Preventing cancer before it starts
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene Mom, Jenn Caldera, is taking charge of her health by taking preventative measures against breast cancer. Caldera shared that her family history and …
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Big Country football games rescheduled due to weather
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BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Some Friday night football games in the Big Country have been moved to today, October 23, due to weather conditions. Additionally, some games scheduled for Fr…
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Severe weather in the Big Country: What you need to know
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BIG COUNTRY, TEXAS (KTAB/KRBC) – Heading into Thursday night, we’re gearing up for the start of a couple of active days with strong to severe storms. Let’s break down the details. For Thursda…
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From @Sam Nichols: 50% chance for rain/storms tonight, especially along and north of Hwy 180-some could be strong to severe. Join me on KTAB News at 4, 5, 6 & 10pm - I'll be breaking down our potential for severe storms tonight and Friday.
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Crime Reports: Several assaults reported in Abilene Wednesday
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Editor’s Note: The Abilene Police Department supplied the following arrest and incident reports. All information below comes from reports made by responding officers, and all suspects are considere…
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Suspect accused of selling stolen deer feeders in Taylor County
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TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A suspect accused of selling stolen deer feeders in Taylor County has been arrested. Blake Kamprath was booked into the Taylor County Jail for Theft of Pro…
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A park by the people, for the people; the origin of Abilene's Fort Imagination
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – In the fall of 2004, the Junior League of Abilene (JLA) and numerous volunteers and organizations celebrated the opening of Fort Imagination playground for childr…
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Wake-Up Weather: SEVERE WEATHER continues through Saturday
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Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 Today: Mostly sunny with clouds building in the morning before some clearing, above average with breezy winds. High Temperature: 90° Winds: S 10-15 G 25MPH Tonight: Mos…
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'Let's not put people in a spot of hunger': Texans to lose Nov. SNAP benefits if shutdown continues
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The 3.7 million Texans who rely on SNAP benefits for groceries are facing a potential loss in benefits if the federal government shutdown continues past Oct. 27, causing food banks to brace for an …
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Empowering Abilene moms: The Mom Walk Collective's mission
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – On Time for Mom Time hosts, Brittany Pelletz and Stacie Lopez, sit down with the host of Abilene’s The Mom Walk Collective, Kendall Pixler. The group is mad…
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Abilene might hike restaurant fees after state permit shift
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Potential changes could come to Abilene restaurants after a change in how the state handles food truck permits was passed. Effective July 1, 2026, food trucks wil…
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Veterans find healing through archery at Abilene Vet Center
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/ KRBC) – For many Veterans, finding an outlet to help with internal struggles is crucial, and the Abilene Vet Center has developed a unique outlet that includes some frie…
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Documents: North Abilene murder was result of ongoing drug debt
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Witnesses say a recent murder at a north Abilene home was the result of an ongoing drug debt. Scott Farrion Bartlett was shot and killed inside a home on the 1200…
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