New Texas laws change how squatters, evictions are handled
Two Texas laws signed in 2025 are changing how evictions and squatter cases are handled, giving property owners clearer timelines and allowing law enforcement to act faster in some situations.
Everything You Need to Know About Amarillo’s Bass Pro Hunt
The buzz around Bass Pro Shops moving into Amarillo has been electric, but what’s really happening behind the scenes? Let’s break it down.
Three indicted for October 2025 multi-agency raid in Eastridge
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Three men who were arrested in an October 2025 multi-agency raid in Eastridge have been indicted on drug charges. On October 3, DPS Criminal Investigations Division Special Agents, DPS troopers and RCSO SWAT searched a home in the Eastridge neighborhood. During the search, law enforcement...
Flock of birds in Carson County test positive for bird flu, 1st case in...
CARSON COUNTY, Texas (KVII) — A flock of birds in Carson County tested positive for bird flu, making it the first case in Texas this year. According to the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), 13 birds from a backyard, non-commercial flock (non-poultry) in the City of Panhandle tested positive last week.
Amarillo residents frustrated by traffic congestion in medical district
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Residents in Amarillo's busy medical district are voicing concerns over traffic congestion at the intersection of Coulter Street and Amarillo Boulevard. A local taxpayer expressed frustration, saying, "When I go there to see my doctor, getting out of there is a nightmare. I often have...
Roads reopen following wreck that left 1 teen injured near Canyon
CANYON, Texas (KFDA) - The area of US 87 and I-27 has been reopened following a crash Thursday night that left one teen injured. According to Canyon PD, an 18 year old male was traveling alone in a black sedan southbound on I-27 when he left the roadway and rolled his vehicle several times before stopping in a ravine.
First court appearance set for man accused of killing 3-year-old
COLLIN COUNTY, Texas (KFDA) - The first court appearance has been set for the man accused of killing 3-year-old Dawson Zamora. According to Collin County court records, Christopher Alexander’s first court appearance is set for Feb. 6 on both charges against him. On Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, Dawson Zamora...
Amarillo woman arrested on solicitation of a minor charge
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — An Amarillo woman was arrested on a charge of solicitation of a minor after sending nude images to a child, according to documents filed in Potter County. According to court documents, Traca Prichard was arrested and charged with “Online Solicitation of a Minor.” According to a complaint...
Amarillo, TX: Temp Swings Ahead, Low Snow Chance Saturday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Amarillo, Texas — A series of cold fronts will bring noticeable temperature swings to the Amarillo area over the next several days, with only a low chance for snow this weekend. According to the National...
Local law enforcement agencies assisting with ICE operations
Counties across the Panhandle take part in the 287 (g) program, which, according to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), allows ICE to delegate state and local law enforcement officers the authority to perform specified immigration officer functions under ICE’s direction and oversight.

















