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Amarillo police charge two in Jeremy Ray's murder and arrest a third suspect following his May shooting on South Tyler Street. Clovis police seek public help in fatal shooting case linked to unidentified suspect and victim.

Amarillo police continue investigating a shooting on Plum Creek that injured six people, including an 11-year-old whose family launched a GoFundMe campaign. City officials also announced the opening of affordable housing at The Commons at St. Anthony’s in North Heights.

Amarillo police are investigating a shooting on the 5900 block of Plum Creek that injured six people, while the city braces for extreme heat reaching near 100°F for Father’s Day. Fireworks are banned citywide, and Amarillo’s pro-life Republican Party is divided over IVF legality.

Amarillo deals with a heatwave hitting 83°F, a shooting on Plum Creek leaving six injured, and a Texas DPS trooper killed near Childress. Residents also sue the city over a landfill fire, while Juneteenth events and Greg Kerr's retirement mark local headlines.

Amarillo police are investigating a shooting at Plum Creek and increased patrols near 3rd and McMasters following an incident. A prominent Amarillo pastor was fired after an arrest linked to a prostitution sting, sparking community debate.

Amarillo faces a heatwave with temperatures hitting the low 100s as summer approaches, while the Iren Data Center in Childress expands to 750 megawatts. A former Amarillo pastor is arrested for alleged prostitution solicitation, and author Amy Griffin counters plagiarism claims in a Nevada federal lawsuit.

Amarillo faces a heatwave with temperatures hitting the 90s, while eight people, including a local pastor, were arrested in a prostitution sting and a body was found near I-40 and Bell. The city also unveiled a new Route 66 mural and saw legal action over a book copyright dispute involving local author Amy Griffin.

Amarillo's Local Wire update covers the annual ’66 Stories from Route 66’ mural unveiling, a free community health fair at Texas Tech University HSC, and Zack Fischer's Korn Ferry Tour victory at the OccuNet Classic. The episode also touches on the U.S.-Iran agreement to ease tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Amarillo faces a severe thunderstorm warning for Saturday with potential flooding, while a fatal shooting in Midland involves a suspect linked to recent crimes. Climate experts warn of intensifying El Niño effects, impacting Amarillo's water resources and weather patterns.

Amarillo officials confirm a suspect is wanted for a deadly shooting in Midland, while scattered storms and a 49% chance of rain are expected tonight. San Angelo and Tom Green County declare a local disaster after a New World screwworm outbreak threatens cattle, and a new Route 66 Centennial mural debuts in Amarillo.

Amarillo police are investigating the indictment of 65-year-old Tommy Tucker on multiple sexual assault charges involving a child, while the city faces weather shifts with highs near 90°F and potential evening showers. City officials also grapple with BSA Health System layoffs and a stalled decision on a data center moratorium in Clarendon.

Amarillo's latest update covers a teen arrest linked to a shooting at Friday Memorial Park, a DPS trooper crash in Potter County, and the city's response to the Stinky Fire landfill incident. Also highlighted are job impacts from BSA Health System layoffs and ongoing legal disputes over Camp Mystic wrongful death cases.

Amarillo faces a dangerous heatwave with temps hitting 99.3°F and wind gusts up to 30 mph, while a healthcare contract dispute between Amarillo Medical Specialists and Blue Cross Blue Shield threatens patient coverage. A fatal motorcycle crash on the Hughes overpass and a Verizon fiber outage disrupting West Texas communications also dominate today’s local news.

Amarillo police are investigating a shooting at Memorial Park involving a 16-year-old arrested Friday, while a high-speed traffic pursuit in Northeast Amarillo sparked road safety concerns. A Clarendon CISD employee was arrested for an alleged improper relationship with a student, underscoring ongoing school accountability efforts.

Amarillo faces extreme heat with temperatures hitting 99.7°F and a deadly Landfill Fire that displaced over 50 families, including the Lake family in Bishop Estates. The Ronald McDonald House Charities continues supporting families with sick children, while Ryan Palmer and Sherwin Cox are set for Panhandle Sports Hall of Fame induction.

Amarillo faces a heatwave with temperatures hitting the 90s and a shooting investigation at Memorial Park following two incidents in four days. The city also sees state action against a New World screwworm outbreak near San Antonio as police start training 17 new recruits for the 107th academy.

Amarillo police are investigating a fatal shooting tied to Memorial Day celebrations and have charged two individuals, while also increasing patrols near Amarillo College following an incident in Memorial Park. The city also faces shifting weather with scattered showers and temperatures in the mid-70s, alongside free spay and neuter services available through Amarillo Animal Management.

Amarillo's weather today includes temperatures in the mid-80s and a 6% chance of rain, with events like the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum's glow event and Thompson Pool's Dive-In Movie screening. The city also addresses New World Screwworm concerns, Hope Camp 2026, and Route 66 centennial celebrations.

Amarillo police are investigating a shooting at Thompson Park and have arrested three suspects in a robbery case. The city is preparing for the Texas Veterans Commission’s Panhandle Veterans Expo, focusing on veteran support and mental health resources.

Amarillo's latest Local Wire update covers severe weather warnings, a police investigation in Thompson Park, and wildfire risks in the High Plains. The episode also highlights efforts to place children in foster care and the start of Amarillo College's June Jazz series.

Amarillo residents should stay alert for thunderstorms and lightning risks as high temps climb into the 90s. A 4-year-old boy, Hutch Hubbard, was recognized by the Canyon Fire Department for saving his brother's life, while firefighters battle a structure fire near Siesta Lane and Hermosa Drive.

Amarillo faces extreme heat with temperatures hitting 92.7°F as three fatal crashes in Randall County raise public safety concerns. The Danner family struggles to rebuild after a landfill fire disrupted their life in Bishop Estates, while the TEXAS Outdoor Musical returns to Canyon.

Amarillo residents are dealing with the aftermath of wildfires in Potter and Swisher Counties, while police investigate a violent fight in South Amarillo with shots fired. The city also saw a positive event with Austin Johnson hosting a Special Olympics basketball camp and a key political race involving Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Amarillo police are investigating a fatal shooting on South Tyler Street after a man was killed early Monday, adding to city safety concerns. Communities in Potter and Swisher Counties are seeking support for wildfire-displaced families, with local charities accepting donations for recovery efforts.

Amarillo police arrested a third suspect in the Coulter Street apartment complex shooting and located a missing woman last seen in April. Communities in Potter and Swisher Counties continue recovery efforts after wildfires displaced families and destroyed homes.