Texas DPS investigators awarded for preventing Canyon 4th of July attack
The Texas Department of Public Safety’s Criminal Investigation Amarillo Division (CID) was awarded for their efforts in in preventing the Canyon 4th of July attack.
Lawrence Lake Force Main Improvement Project causes closures, delays on Western St.
The City of Amarillo reports that the Lawrence Lake Force Main Improvement Project will cause traffic delays and closures on Western Street due to construction.
The City of Canyon is set to hold it’s 3rd Annual State of the...
The City of Canyon announced that it will hold its third annual State of the City address next month.
More Amarillo ISD schools could close as student numbers drop
The Amarillo Independent School District could see more school closures if declining enrollment continues, according to new data on demographics, as officials continue to work on sorting out their next strategic plan, to be presented later this year. At a recent special meeting of the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees, a
Big Jim answers local questions about the missing K-N Root Beer awning in Amarillo.
Ever wondered what happened to the historic awning at K-N Root Beer? Big Jim stepped up on social media to explain the timeline, costs, and plans for its return.
Jury convicts Amarillo man in 2023 shooting that killed 2, injured 5
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — A jury convicted the gunman in a 2023 shooting at an Amarillo event center that left two people dead and five others injured. They found Jose Luis Arevalo Flores III guilty of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, and four counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Mass July 4th attack stopped in Northwest Texas, 13 DPS agents awarded
AUSTIN — State officials presented a Unit Citation to 13 members of the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Criminal Investigations Division in Amarillo for preventing a July 4th mass-casualty attack in Northwest Texas last year. Authorities began monitoring Kevin Hunt, 19, in February 2025 after his release from...
Randall County Grand Jury indicts Amarillo woman for fraud
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – An Amarillo woman has been indicted in Randall County. 59-year-old Shelly Shook was indicted on eight counts of fraud securing documents. According to court documents, Shook allegedly used other peoples names without their consent to receive Medicaid and SNAP benefits. Documents allege the i
What Happened to Amarillo’s Rustic Farms?
You've probably stopped at this light a hundred times and glanced at the yard art. That store is officially closed.
Amarillo VA resident alleges threats, ignored complaints at Community Living Center
AMARILLO, Texas. (KVII)—Allegations of threats and disruptive behavior inside the Amarillo VA’s Community Living Center have left at least one veteran and his family questioning whether residents and staff are being kept safe — and whether complaints are being addressed. Veteran William J. Wade, who lives at...
