Route 66 Is Turning 100 In 2026, So We Rounded Up Legendary Texas Pitstops...
Old Route 66 crosses eight states, three time zones, and more than 2,400 miles as it winds its way from Santa Monica to Chicago. You’ll find charming cafes, restored gas stations, and even a row of Cadillacs, buried nose deep in the ground, along the 178-mile stretch of the Mother Road that cuts across the Texas...
Member of Amarillo College Board of Regents arrested for 2nd DWI charge
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - A member of the Amarillo College Board of Regents was arrested for a second DWI charge. Johnny Joe Betancourt was booked into the Randall County Jail on January 2 for driving while intoxicated 2nd. Betancourt is a current member of the AC Board of Regents and...
For the Home Cook: Affordable Cajun Recipes
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) —I love Cajun food, the flavors, the spice, the versatility, and the fact that a lot of the ingredients are very affordable. We’ve done segments before about how affordable most vegetables are, as well as rice, and these two recipes combine those perfectly. Dirty Rice, this dish usually...
Sticking to your New Year’s resolutions
As the new year begins, people set New Year's resolutions in a commitment to start the new year off right, whether that means going to the gym or saving money.
Amarillo Police: Hiring scam alert
The Amarillo Police Department released information regarding a recent job opportunity scam from well-known organizations, including Disney, Louis Vuitton, and Ford.
City of Amarillo to host job fair on January 10
The City of Amarillo announced on its social media page that it is hosting a Job Fair on Jan. 10 for those looking to explore careers in the community.
Amarillo PD seeing increase of people ‘unintentionally’ driving with stolen license plate
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The Amarillo Police Department said it is seeing an increase in drivers who are "unintentionally" driving with a stolen license plate. Here’s how it often happens. Someone discovers their front or rear plate is missing. They report it as stolen, but continue driving with...
Potter County facing financial challenges in 2026, and the county judge’s final year in...
POTTER COUNTY, Texas — Potter County is hitting the New Year in a financial hole. While there were no substantial cuts to services, county residents will see a tax increase to make up for a $3 million shortfall. “Times are tough. I’m sure I’m not the only county judge...
Final defendant sentenced in 2022 shooting death of Caprock High School student
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The final co-defendant charged in the shooting death of a Caprock High School student in 2022 has been sentenced. In September 2022, Amarillo police officers responded to a shooting at an apartment complex near north Grand Street and Mesa Verde Dr. When they arrived, they found...
Amarillo high-risk offender admits to trading images of infants, toddlers
A registered sex offender living in Amarillo pleaded guilty to two federal charges involving images of children younger than 12.

















