ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Every day, millions of planes safely land across the world. But what happens when things don't go as smoothly? Are airports prepared for emergencies? That's what the Abilene Regional Airport demonstrated when hosting an emergency exercise ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Members of law enforcement agencies from across the Big Country gathered this morning for National Peace Officers Memorial Day. This annual event honors law enforcement personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The memorial included a flag and wreath ceremony, a gun salute, and several leaders from law enforcement agencies around Abilene gave commemorative speeches on behalf of their fallen comrades. Along with these was an "End of Watch Call" that named many officers who died while serving their community ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — The annual H.O.T. Host Luncheon, or Hero of Tourism, was held at the Grace Museum on Wednesday. It celebrated local businesses and organizations for their efforts to welcome visitors ..read more

TYE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - A trailer home in Tye caught fire Wednesday, prompting a multi-department response. Crews responded to the house on Concho Street at about 5:30 p.m.; the flames had been contained by 6:00 p.m. The Merkel Fire Department, Tye Volunteer Fire Department, and View Volunteer Fire Department responded to the fire, and no injuries were sustained ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Western Heritage Classic weekend officially kicked off Wednesday morning with RV move-ins. Here is a full schedule of events for Western Heritage Classic 2024: Wednesday, May 8 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. RV Move-In Thursday, May 9 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. RV Move-In 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Bit & Spur Show AEL Round Building & Modern Living Mall 8:00 a.m. RHAA National Finals Taylor Telecom Arena 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Trade Show Taylor Telecom Arena 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Food Vendors and Outside Non-Food Vendors Open Midway 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Trade Show AEP Texa ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — A three vehicle crash occurred in south Abilene Wednesday afternoon. The crash occurred at South 27th Street and Willis Street and closed traffic to one lane. One person was transported to the hospital, though their condition is unknown at this time ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — For Spring 2024 graduates, May marks the beginning of a new journey. This weekend, students from three colleges in Abilene will attend their commencement ceremonies, receive their diplomas, and start a new chapter in their lives. Below are the details of the commencement ceremonies for Abilene Christian, Hardin-Simmons, and McMurry University. Abilene Christian University All three ceremonies will be held in Moody Coliseum on ACU's campus. Friday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m. - Graduate Ceremony Saturday, May 11 at 10:00 a.m. Undergraduate Ceremony College of Arts, Huma ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - An Abilene man accused of trading child pornography on Snapchat has been arrested. Riley Roberson was taken into custody Tuesday on a warrant for Promotion of Child Pornography in connection to the allegations. Court documents state Snapchat reported a user uploaded, shared, or saved an image containing child pornography in October 2023. Further investigation revealed multiple pornographic videos and images of children ages 5 to under 19 engaging in sexual or lewd activity. The documents reveal the IP address connected to the images was registered to Roberson. Duri ..read more

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 7700 block of Vineyard Drive - Burglary of Vehicle A pistol, purse, key, ID cards, and more were reported stolen. 300 block of Fulwiler Road - Criminal Mischief A victim reported a co-worker kicked his car and damaged his trunk while backing into a parking spot. 4300 block of Buffalo Gap Road - Assault Police responded to a ..read more

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Abilene Crime Stoppers is asking for your help identifying three women in connection to a theft case ..read more