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Victim and suspect are dead after shooting in Killeen
Killeen (FOX 44/KWKT) — Law Enforcement officers from Killeen, Copperas Cove, and Lampasas County are investigating a deadly shooting that took place Wednesday afternoon. At 2:48 p.m., Killeen Police officers went to the 6300 block of Taree Loop and found a man suffering from gunshot wounds. That person died from his injuries.
Two women injured in Wednesday morning wreck
Two women were hospitalized after a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. Highway 281 Tuesday morning.Lampasas Police Department authorities said the collision, which was reported at 7:41 a.m., occurred at the intersection of the highway and the Lampasas High School driveway. “We received multiple 911 calls about a collision on U.S. 281 at the entrance of the high school,” LPD Patrol Lt. Chuck…
Suspect sought by Killeen Police Department in assault case
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) - The Killeen Police Department is asking for help to identify a suspect in an assault case. On March 12 at around 2:55 a.m. Killeen PD said an assault occurred at the 1600 block of Van Zanten Dr. The victim described the suspect as a Hispanic Male,...
Reminiscing about ‘the Poo’
Tarleton senior and Lampasas native recounts his experience in secret society. If you aren’t a Tarleton State University alum, the words “Purple Poo” probably don’t mean anything. Tarleton State senior Ace Brooks, however, is all too familiar with the century-old secret society.For the last two years, Brooks has been a member of Tarleton State’s unique student-led spirit organization. The Lampasas High School graduate said he never anticipated becoming a part of this…
Lampasas businesses, city fare well during eclipse
Although solar eclipse crowds did not reach the overwhelming numbers that were predicted ahead of the event, several local officials agreed the Lampasas community attracted plenty of visitors, managed traffic conditions well and had the potential for increased revenue for local businesses.Ross Oliver, Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce Membership & Events executive, said predictions of…
Burnet City Council, school board candidates share views with voters
Candidates for the Burnet City Council and school board attended a forum hosted by the Burnet Chamber of Commerce on April 16 at the community center. Each candidate was given one minute to introduce themselves and two minutes to answer questions written by the chamber. The forum was moderated by...
Sculpture artists in the making
Brennan Ross, at left, and Aden Felan try their hand at carving stone. This carving station was among the activities offered at this year’s Arts in the Park for Kids, held Saturday at Campbell Park. For more photos from the event, see page 3.
Man taken into custody after allegedly barricading himself in home during 'domestic disturbance' in Killeen
KILLEEN, Texas — A man is in custody after allegedly barricading himself in a home during a domestic dispute in Killeen, according to the Killeen Police Department. Killeen PD said a man allegedly fired a gun and had barricaded himself inside a home. While the scene is reportedly secure,...
Central Texas sheriff’s office heavily monitoring traffic around school buses
GATESVILLE, Texas (KWTX) - The Coryell County Sheriff’s Office is working to increase patrol forces around school bus routes after the department received multiple complaints of drivers passing school buses when picking up and dropping off students. “We’ve been getting a lot of phone calls from concerned parents, even...
RV crowd in town last week for eclipse
Texas Legato Winery hosted a sizable group of RV travelers over the eclipse weekend. Neighbors said it was quite a sight to have so many visitors in one place, and the travelers seemed pleased with the hospitality they received from winery owners Bill and SuLynn Bledsoe.
Kempner veteran killed in motorcycle wreck April 7
A Kempner man and U.S. Air Force veteran died recently after a motorcycle wreck on the U.S. Highway 190 bypass.Copperas Cove police authorities said 29-year-old Brandon Wayne Fitzwater succumbed to his injuries after colliding with a vehicle.Police said on April 7 at about 8:29 p.m., police officers and Copperas Cove Fire Department personnel responded to the 1200 block of the U.S. 190 bypass for…
Bertram couple pleads guilty to child trafficking
Gary Wiggins, 54, and Meghann Wiggins, 38, of Bertram each pleaded guilty to child trafficking charges in February for using children under their care to perform labor for profit. The children were residents of Joshua Home, a faith-based counseling and education facility near Bertram. According to the Burnet County Sheriff’s...
Search Intensifies for Missing Austin Man Following Burnet County Eclipse Festival
Law enforcement officials are urgently scouring the area after a man from Austin went missing during the Texas Eclipse Festival in Burnet County. The search for 28-year-old Ty Swails continues after friends reported him last seen on April 7 at the Reveille Peak, just as the cosmic showcase was about to reach its apex.
Multiple units respond to Copperas Cove house fire
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (KWTX) - Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire in Copperas Cove on Saturday. Firefighters from Copperas Cove, Fort Cavazos and Killeen responded to the 600 block of Cedar Drive for a two-story house fire. No one was inside the home during the fire as the...
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