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A McLennan Community College softball coach has been arrested on a charge of sexual assault and two charges of sexual performance by a child. Leslie Klemansky was arrested before Noon Tuesday and taken to the McLennan County Jail
A McLennan Community College softball coach has been arrested on a charge of sexual assault and two charges of sexual performance by a child. Leslie Klemansky was arrested before Noon Tuesday and taken to the McLennan County Jail
A McLennan Community College softball coach has been arrested on a charge of sexual assault and two charges of sexual performance by a child. Leslie Klemansky was arrested before Noon Tuesday and taken to the McLennan County Jail

Clovis fugitive behind bars Video included

Clovis, NM - A Clovis man who has been on the run for six months is now behind bars.

2nd appliance rebate program for Texas

AUSTIN, Texas — Texans frustrated by not being able to get through by phone or online to take part in an April energy-efficient appliance rebate program will have another chance.

I-40 Meth Bust Video included

Vega, TX - Two men have been booked into the Oldham County Jail for possession of meth.

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Stratford man killed in rollover Video included

Amarillo, Texas - A Stratford man was killed after rolling his pickup in Sherman County Wednesday afternoon.

Oil sheen spreading from Gulf platform explosion

NEW ORLEANS, La. – A mile-long oil sheen spread Thursday from an offshore petroleum platform burning in the Gulf of Mexico off Louisiana, west of the site of BP's massive spill.

Perry to White: Release tax returns, then debate

AUSTIN, Texas — Republican Gov. Rick Perry says he won't debate Bill White unless the Democrat releases all of his tax returns by Sept. 15.

Earl threatens East Coast with weekend pounding

BUXTON, N.C. – Hurricane Earl packed winds near 125 mph as it blew toward North Carolina on Thursday, putting the Eastern Seaboard all the way to Canada on alert for a Labor Day weekend pounding by waves, gales and rain.

Amarillo Sexual Assault Cases On The Increase Video included

AMARILLO, TEXAS - A warning for parents to listen to your children if they come to you with claims of sexual abuse.

Dove Season Safety Tips Video included

Amarillo, TX - With much of Texas still hot and dry and wildfires continuing to spark up across the state, dove hunter should be especially careful when heading out this week for the season opener.

Groundbreaking way to help premature babies Video included

Amarillo, Texas - Amarillo is breaking new ground when it comes to neo-natal care.

Separate Robberies Have Similarities Video included

AMARILLO, TX - Detectives are investigating a pair of convenience store robberies that could be related.

United Way Campaign Underway Video included

Amarillo, Texas - The United Way of Amarillo and Canyon is gearing up for their largest campaign ever.

Police: Discovery gunman shot; 3 hostages safe Video included

SILVER SPRING, Md. – Police shot a man upset with the Discovery Channel network's programming who took three people hostage at the company's headquarters Wednesday, officials said. All three hostages escaped safely.

NM National Guard on border

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico National Guard troops bound for the border with Mexico have completed their training, and the 82 soldiers have been deployed on the border.

Clovis voters approve school bonds

CLOVIS, N.M. (AP) - Voters have approved a $16 million bond issue for Clovis Municipal Schools in eastern New Mexico.

Toot 'N Totum Robbery Video included

Amarillo, TX - A search continues for a suspect behind a Toot 'N Totum robbery in Amarillo.

Police search for robbery suspect Video included

Amarillo, TX - A search is underway for a suspect behind a robbery last night in Amarillo.

Number of illegal immigrants in US now declining

WASHINGTON (AP) - An independent research group today reports that the number of illegal immigrants in the U.S. has dropped for the first time in 20 years.

More Security for Elderly Veterans Video included

Amarillo, TX - There is extra security on the way for elderly veterans.

New Benefits for Surviving Military Spouses Video included

Amarillo, TX - There are changes in the way veteran's families can receive benefits in Texas.

Who is Representing District 87? Video included

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Amarillo, TX - As of right now no one is representing District 87 in Austin, TX. Giving the reason to retire early, David Swinford says he wants to give his successor a leg up in the upcoming freshman class of representatives.

Coffee Memorial Blood Center - Larry Frederick, Ride for Life Video included

Amarillo, TX - A father and daughter team pedaling their way across America to raise awareness about donating blood made a stop in Amarillo.

Water rationing could be in Amarillo's future Video included

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Amarillo, Texas - Lake Meredith continues breaking records... But not the good kind. Levels are at an all time low right now, which is causing some concern among water authorities in Amarillo.

 

APD asks for help with Ft. Williams unsolved murder Video included

Amarillo, TX - An unsolved murder has Amarillo Police asking for your help.

Man pinned between two vehicles airlifted to hospital Video included

Amarillo, TX - An Amarillo man is airlifted to a local hospital today after being pinned between two vehicles.

Govt investigating steering in Hyundai Sonata

WASHINGTON — The government has opened an investigation into possible steering problems in the 2011 Hyundai Sonata.

Forecasters issue hurricane watch for NC coast

MIAMI – (AP) A hurricane watch has been issued for most of the North Carolina coast ahead of Hurricane Earl.

NM proposes changes to medical cannabis

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico proposes to raise fees on medical marijuana producers to bring in money to administer the program.

UPDATE: Clovis Child Death Under Investigation Video included

Clovis, NM - The death of a two year old Clovis girl is under investigation.

Obama: End of Iraq combat mission not victory lap Video included

FORT BLISS, Texas – Hours before addressing the nation, President Barack Obama told U.S. troops just back from Iraq that his speech outlining the withdrawal of combat forces "is not going to be a victory lap" nor a cause for celebration.

Texas warden was last voice heard by 140 inmates

HUNTSVILLE, Texas – For about 140 people over the past six years, the soft Texas drawl of Charles Thomas O'Reilly was the last voice they heard before they died.

White calls for terms limits on governor

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bill White says Texas needs to limit the amount of time someone can serve as governor.

Swinford Says He'll Retire Video included

Amarillo, TX - Saying he wants to give his successor a leg up in Austin, State Representative David Swinford announces he will step down on Tuesday.

Tradewind Student Goes Home With Stranger Video included

Amarillo, TX--An area school is changing its safety protocols after a kindergartner went home with the wrong person.

WTAMU Helping Students Teachers Dress for Success. Video included

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Student loans,and new school surroundings are just two of the things which can be overwhelming to a new student teacher and teachers trying to get their first job.

Helium Shortage on the Rise Video included

AMARILLO, TX - We could be running out of one of the world's most precious elements, helium.

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