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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.

Amarillo: A 15-year-old was arrested after a high-speed chase near downtown, raising concerns about youth and traffic enforcement. Wildfires in Potter and Swisher counties continue to displace families, with local organizations and Texas A&M AgriLife providing relief and temporary shelter.

Amarillo police are investigating a high-speed chase that led to a rollover and the arrest of a 15-year-old, while a fatal crash on SH 136 in Potter County has raised concerns about road safety. Local organizations and Airbnb.org are providing free emergency housing to wildfire evacuees in Potter and Swisher Counties as recovery efforts continue.

Amarillo voters head to the polls today for key local and state runoff races, including county commissioner and school board elections, as wildfires continue to devastate Potter County and displace families. The city also faces public safety concerns after a DUI arrest and a fatal head-on crash, while the Amarillo City Council prepares to address utility billing and data center regulations.

Amarillo's summer water fun kicks off with the opening of Thompson Park pool and splash pads, while wildfires in Potter and Swisher Counties displace families and spur relief efforts. The city also honors Memorial Day with flag exchanges and ceremonies, marking a week of community resilience and remembrance.

Amarillo law enforcement are investigating a shooting near Southwest 39th and South Tyler Street and a stabbing incident in downtown, raising concerns about community safety. City officials will address the Amarillo landfill fire at a joint press conference with Mayor Cole Stanley and Councilmember Don Tipps, while communities in Potter and Swisher counties seek support for wildfire displaced families.

Amarillo's Local Wire update covers late afternoon storms in the Panhandle, a joint press conference on the landfill fire, and wildfires displacing families in Potter and Swisher Counties. The episode also highlights West Texas A&M's national track championship and concerns over Amarillo ISD's fireworks during wildfires.

Amarillo residents should stay alert for storm activity as scattered thunderstorms are expected in the Panhandle Friday through Sunday. The landfill fire in Potter County that destroyed 52 homes remains under investigation, with Mayor Cole Stanley and Councilmember Don Tipps set to address the crisis at a press conference.

Amarillo residents face ongoing challenges from the Landfill Fire in Potter County, displacing families and damaging homes, as city officials prepare to address the crisis. Two suspects have been charged in a murder linked to a shooting at Westminster Apartments, while local groups seek donations to aid wildfire victims in Potter and Swisher Counties.

Amarillo firefighters battle multiple wildfires including the Stinky Fire in Potter County, which destroyed 52 homes, while residents are urged to support affected families through local donation drives. Amarillo ISD faces backlash over fireworks at its graduation ceremony, as the region braces for potential thunderstorms and cooler temperatures.

Amarillo firefighters continue battling wildfires including the Landfill Fire near Blue Quail Drive, displacing families and damaging homes, while active weather patterns bring cooler temperatures and a potential storm risk linked to the fires. The Amarillo Chamber hosts a panel on data centers as local groups collect supplies for evacuees in Potter and Swisher Counties.

Amarillo firefighters continue battling wildfires near Kress and in Potter County, prompting evacuations and property damage. The Amarillo Area Foundation is aiding recovery through its Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund, while Texans vote in critical Senate runoffs featuring John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.

Amarillo faces ongoing wildfires, including the Amarillo landfill fire near Boys Ranch and a blaze along US 385 in Oldham County, prompting evacuations and road closures. Meanwhile, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center launches its Pediatric Fund for Excellence, and over 2,600 residents in Randall County remain without power after a major outage.

Amarillo firefighters continue battling wildfires including the Tex-OK Fire and Ballard/Stateline Fire in Cimarron County, while State Sen. Nathan Johnson faces former Mayor Joe Jaworski in a key Democratic primary runoff for attorney general. The Panhandle also shone at the UIL State Track & Field meets with Canyon High School and McLean’s Hailo Moon making headlines.

Amarillo firefighters are struggling to contain multiple wildfires in Randall County and Oklahoma’s Panhandle, including the Hungate Fire, as high winds and dry conditions worsen the crisis. Residents are urged to stay alert amid forecasted thunderstorms, record heat, and potential wind shifts, while Canyon High School’s track teams celebrate 4A State Championships.

Amarillo residents should stay alert as wildfires rage across the Panhandle, including a grass fire south of Canyon in Randall County and the Line Fire crossing into Texas from eastern New Mexico. Evacuations are underway near RM3296 as the blaze scorches 10,000 acres and remains 0% contained.

Amarillo police are investigating a homicide involving George Eggleston found shot in a hotel, while city officials face scrutiny over recent water bill changes and plan a public forum. Crews are also responding to an ongoing incident on Grand Street and SE 11th Street as the Route 66 mural project moves forward in downtown.

Amarillo police are investigating a homicide involving George Eggleston found dead in a hotel room and a weapons incident near downtown with two arrests. City council will discuss traffic cameras, the Coming Home grant, and parking changes during their Tuesday meeting.

Amarillo police are investigating a weapons incident and a possible foul play death in a downtown hotel room, while residents deal with rising water bills and a candlelight vigil for a recent plane crash victims. The city also faces rising summer temperatures with a high of 95.7°F today.

Amarillo residents should prepare for a heatwave with temperatures hitting the 100s°F from Tuesday to Friday, while the Amarillo Police Department investigates a weapons incident near downtown. The city’s historic Center City revitalization project continues to reshape downtown, and the Tri-State Food Bank kicks off its 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Amarillo police are investigating a weapons incident downtown after two people were arrested, while a fatal shooting at a Texas house party left two teens dead and ten injured. The city also faces rising summer temperatures, with forecasts predicting hot conditions and a chance of rain later in the week.

Amarillo's public safety faced a deadly pickup truck crash in downtown Amarillo, adding to ongoing concerns over gun violence following a candlelight vigil. Residents also debated rising water bills while Texas Tech expanded healthcare access with a new pediatric and psychiatry center in the city.

Amarillo faces a deadly week with a targeted apartment complex shooting, a teen crash, and a plane crash during a pickleball trip. Local authorities are ramping up DWI patrols, and the Children’s Miracle Network kicks off its 2026 Mediathon to support local children's healthcare.

Amarillo residents are mourning five locals killed in a plane crash en route to a pickleball tournament in New Braunfels. The city also faces a sudden cold snap and icy conditions, while a targeted shooting and late-night gunfire incidents highlight ongoing safety concerns.

Amarillo: A deadly shooting left two dead and ten injured at a party in the Westminster Apartments, while a plane crash in New Braunfels killed five Amarillo residents traveling to a pickleball tournament. The city also faces a sudden weather shift with overnight 30s and weekend 90s, prompting residents to prepare for extreme temperature changes.

Amarillo is reeling from a deadly shooting at a west-side apartment complex that killed two teenagers and injured ten, with authorities still searching for suspects. A plane crash in Hays County claimed five lives, including Amarillo residents traveling to a pickleball tournament in New Braunfels.

Amarillo police are investigating a deadly shooting at Westminster Apartments that killed two and injured ten, with details still unfolding. A plane crash in Hays County killed five Amarillo residents, including a former tennis star, sparking community support and memorials.

Amarillo law enforcement continues investigating a deadly shooting at the Westminster Apartments on South Coulter Street, where two teens were killed and ten injured. A plane crash in Hays County during a pickleball tournament trip from Amarillo to New Braunfels also claimed five lives, with details still pending.

Amarillo residents are reeling from a plane crash in Hays County that killed five Amarillans en route to a pickleball tournament in New Braunfels. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating mechanical failure after the plane lost altitude near Wimberley. Fermi Inc. also announced the firing of former CEO Toby Neugebauer amid restructuring, while weather forecasts warn of damp conditions and potential wildlife activity.

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