An American Airlines flight from Dallas to Bozeman was forced to make an emergency landing in Amarillo, Texas, due to a disruptive passenger. The individual was arrested for interfering with the flight crew. The incident, which was captured on video by Butte Chief Executive J.P. Gallagher and his wife, involved an altercation with a flight attendant before the passenger was subdued.
A Christian group called Texas Christians for Reproductive Justice is threatening to take legal action against Amarillo if the city council approves an abortion travel ban. The group argues that such a ban would infringe on their religious freedom to assist individuals forced to leave Texas for abortions. They cite biblical interpretations and claim that the ban would disproportionately affect those living in poverty. The group states that they will pursue legal recourse if necessary, but hope to avoid doing so.
A warehouse fire occurred on East Amarillo Boulevard near the railroad tracks, prompting a third alarm response from the Amarillo Fire Department. No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation. The warehouse sustained significant damage and is considered a total loss.
A TikTok video of an 11-year-old boy in Amarillo, Texas, going door-to-door looking for friends after being bullied went viral, leading to a heartwarming response from the community.
Two people died after an officer-involved shooting in Amarillo, Texas, during a traffic stop. The back seat passenger pointed a pistol at the officers, resulting in the officers shooting him. The front seat passenger was also struck by gunfire and later died in the hospital. The incident is currently under investigation by the APD Homicide Unit.
An Amarillo couple, Brennan and Angell Ray, raised nearly $40,000 for a young boy named Hayden Walker who knocked on their door in search of friends after being bullied by neighborhood boys. The couple shared a heartbreaking video of Hayden's plea, which quickly gained attention and support from the community. The funds raised will be used to provide Hayden with opportunities to make new friends and combat social isolation.
Two people were killed and five others injured in a shooting at a shopping center in Amarillo, Texas. The victims were taken to different hospitals, but two of them succumbed to their injuries. The Amarillo Police Homicide Unit is currently investigating the incident, and no arrests have been made yet.
Two people were killed and five others injured after a shooting broke out at a party in Amarillo, Texas. The incident occurred during a fight among attendees, and the shooter remains unidentified. The victims have varying injuries but are expected to recover. The Amarillo Police Homicide Unit is investigating the incident.
Two people were killed and five others injured in a shooting at a party in south Amarillo, Texas. The incident occurred after a fight broke out among attendees, and someone started shooting. No arrests have been made, and the Amarillo Police Department Homicide Unit is investigating the incident.
Amarillo city officials have confirmed a case of rabies in a skunk, bringing the total number of confirmed cases this year to two. As summer activities increase, officials are reminding the community to take precautions when encountering unfamiliar animals and to keep pets vaccinated. Rabies is a fatal viral infection transmitted through bites, and prompt medical attention is crucial if bitten. The public is urged to avoid contact with wild animals, refrain from feeding them, and report all animal bites to the appropriate authorities.
The City of Amarillo in Texas has released the final results of its runoff election for councilmember place 1 and 4. Josh Craft won place 1 with 60% of the votes, while Les Simpson won place 4 with 60.4% of the votes. The results will be official after all votes are canvassed on July 5.
Families in Amarillo, Texas, are still recovering from severe flooding earlier this month, with some losing their homes and belongings. The Puckett family lost 90% of their belongings and their home that had been in the family for generations. They have set up a GoFundMe to help with housing and living expenses. The flooding was so sudden that they had no time to prepare, and they were caught with no flood insurance. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a severe weather disaster declaration for the region on June 6 to help those affected by the flooding qualify for federal disaster assistance.
Over 130 people and 20 pets have been evacuated due to flooding in the area of South Virginia Street in Amarillo, Texas. Four people were taken to the hospital for non-critical chronic conditions. Local and state resources are working together to help and rescue those impacted by the flooding. A temporary shelter is set up at Austin Middle School, and officials are working on a long-term shelter.
The Amarillo Police Department has released a list of road closures due to flooding and unsafe road conditions. They urge the public to stay home unless necessary and to watch for flooded streets and running water over roads. Do not drive into standing water as it could be deeper than it appears and there could be unseen objects.
An armed man was shot and killed by Amarillo police after he refused to drop his rifle and raised it at officers. The man had made threats to harm an innocent person. No officers were injured in the incident, and the shooting is under investigation.
