Texas Panhandle Flash Flood Alert: Up to 2 Inches of Rain Per Hour Possible...
Amarillo, Texas – A stalled front could bring torrential downpours to the Texas Panhandle on Wednesday, raising the threat of flash flooding across the region — especially near Amarillo and surrounding counties. According to the National Weather Service in Amarillo, rainfall rates could reach 1 to 2 inches...
Amarillo Police Dept. issues response to reports of crash involving officer
The Amarillo Police Department issued a news release July 29 in response to reports circulating about a crash involving an officer that took place last month in Amarillo. “We are aware of inaccurate reports labeling the incident as a hit-and-run. That is incorrect,” said APD's Interim Police Chief Jimmy Johnson in...
Relocate, Don’t Kill: Amarillo’s Sweet Solution for Bees
Bees aren't really something most of us think about every day. You see one from time to time, and occasionally you'll stumble upon a hive or a swarm. For the most part, though, they don't seem as widespread as they once were. There are reasons for that. Bees are facing...
State issues lifetime ban against owners of 2 Amarillo massage establishments
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The state issued a lifetime ban against the owners of two Amarillo massage establishments. Ruiying Lian, Hongcui Hao, and Tianli Wang own the Family Reflexology locations at 5807 S.W. 45th and 2605 Wolfin Ave. The establishments were shut down May 19. The Texas Department of...
Amarillo Rolls Out AI Technology to Help Reunite Lost Pets with Their Families
The one thing about Amarillo is that most people love their pets. The hearts of pet lovers in Amarillo are HUGE! For most residents, their pets are like their children and are spoiled rotten. So when they go missing, pet parents panic. Common Ways People Try to Keep Pets Safe.
Local law enforcement joins Special Olympics at Tip-A-Cop fundraiser
Thursday evening proved to be a successful night for the 17th annual statewide Tip-A-Cop event to help Special Olympics. Held at Texas Roadhouse, the fundraiser drew a crowd of people eager to see city and area police and athletes in action. In Amarillo, the group raised $4,943 to benefit the inspiring athletes....
$25K donated to the 100 Club of TX Panhandle in memory of good Samaritan...
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — A $25,000 donation was presented to the 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle in memory of Chris Copeland. The donation was presented on Friday and was made by anonymous donors in honor of Copeland. Copeland is remembered for having helped an officer subdue and detain...
Amarillo’s Airport Is Growing. The Construction Updates You Should Know.
If there's one thing you can be sure of in Amarillo, Texas, it's that there's construction going on. From roads to buildings, there's always work being done in the city. When you head out to the airport in Amarillo, you'll soon start noticing even more construction happening. A new construction project is starting...
Tx Panhandle DA details rise in reports of assaults on medical personnel
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - A string of indictments focused on violence against healthcare workers has created a troubling trend in the Panhandle. The Potter County District Attorney’s Office has received up to 30 monthly reports of attacks against medical personnel since the beginning of the year. District Attorney...
More average temperatures in store, but rain chances return
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - As we enter a new workweek, temperatures still want to stay right around average! Daytime highs are in the low to mid 90s for the next few days. Today looks to be a little bit on the breezy side at times, with those southwest winds at 10 to 20 miles per hour. Higher gusts could be possible.
