Former Wichita Falls prosecutor Grace Pandithurai obtained a conviction and then a 50-year sentence against a man in Ellis County, Texas on Monday, December 14, 2015 for continuous sexual abuse of a child, according to the Ellis County Citizen newspaper recently. William Kyle Anderson, 37, of Ennis, Texas was found guilty of continuous sexual abuse of a young child by a jury.
Former Wichita Falls prosecutor obtains 50 year sentence in sexual abuse
Boys And Girls Club Of Wichita Falls Holds 87th Annual Christmas Party
Many kids had a night they will remember Thursday evening. It was the 87th annual Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls Christmas Party.
Keene school district will allow employees to carry handguns
The Keene school district near Cleburne began the process Thursday of arming a "select few" teachers and administrators with concealed handguns, Superintendent Ricky Stephens said. Keene's board voted 6-1 Wednesday in favor of a "guardian program" that would allow school employees to carry guns on them at all times - if they're selected by the district and pass a psychological and physical health exam.
WFPD Hosted Their Annual Cops, Kids And Christmas Campaign
The Wichita Falls Police Department worked to take away some of the suffering for children displaced from their families with Cops, Kids and Christmas Campaign. The annual event held by the police department served children at the Children's Aid Society in Wichita Falls.
Police: Texas man tries to assault roommate with hammer
A 77-year-old North Texas man remains jailed after police allege he tried to assault his roommate with a hammer over a rent payment.
Armed Robbery At Red Roof Inn
Wichita Falls Police are searching for the suspect involved in an armed robbery at the Red Roof Inn. It happened around 4 a.m. when a black male knocked on the door of a room.
Sheriff David Duke gives God credit as he rolls into third term
Wichita County Sheriff David Duke told the Examiner recently he gives God all the credit for everything he's accomplished including being allowed to serve the citizens for three terms from his office in the Wichita Falls Courthouse. He's already brought major improvements to the office during his first two terms.
Man Arrested For Kidnapping Afte
A Wichita Falls man, wanted in connection to an aggravated kidnapping in November, is now behind bars. On the morning of November 6th, officers were called out to Williams street for an assault.
Closures And Delays
A two-hour reporting delay for Monday, December 28th. Includes both the 82nd Training Wing and 80th Flying Training Wing Driver's License offices and Highway Patrol offices in Archer, Clay, Jack, Montague, Wichita & Young will open late at 1 p.m. Monday American Eagle has canceled all flights into and out of Wichita Falls Regional Airport until 12:30 pm, Monday, December 28th.
Texas cleans up after twisters, snow and ice pelt Midwest
Many Without Power In Electra
Power outages are impacting residents throughout the city of Electra. Monday, city officials gathered to create a plan to alert residents that power may not be restored to the area for another three to four days.
Electra Power: Still No Timeline
Chief Reese said officials were working as though the power will be out for a few more days providing shelter and meals.
New Year's Eve Firework Safety
New Year's Eve is tomorrow and many people have plans to watch and fire off fireworks, but before you light the fuse you need to be aware of laws and safety regulations. Officials said as long as you are out of city limits and have permission to be on private property then you are fine.
Wichita Falls mom has city's first baby of the year, again
A 33-year-old woman in Wichita Falls has now given birth to the city's first baby of the year in two separate decades. Renee Harnden gave birth to Ava Grace Harnden at 1:55 a.m. Friday.
Rise In Rabies Cases Cause Concern
The Wichita Falls/Wichita County Public Health District has issued and alter to the public concerning a rise in rabies infections in the area. A small dog tested positive for rabies in Wichita County back in July, and just this week, a cat from Archer County tested positive for rabies.
New Year's Eve Safe Celebrating
Many glasses will be raised tonight celebrating the New Year, and when the party ends and it is time to make your way home, Skylark Taxi and Big Daddy's towing in Wichita Falls are helping you get there. From midnight to two in the morning, Skylark is offering free taxi rides and Big Daddy's will tow your car for free if you are going anywhere in Wichita Falls.
Open Carry Begins
Open carry is now legal in the State of Texas, and some local businesses in Wichita Falls are welcoming those who chose to open carry. "As far as them coming in the store, I think it is their choice.
New Year, New You: How to Maintain Fitness Resolutions
Three days into 2016 has many Texomans working on their new year's resolution. "It's like January 1st, you're brand new," Kinslie Ralston, Fitness Trainer said.
Residents Voice Opposition To Canyon Trails Ordinance Change
Potential residential development in Wichita Falls is being met with opposition. Residents of the Canyon Trails sub-division packed memorial auditorium Tuesday morning as a new developer approached councilors with the hopes of changing the current development's master plan.
One Person Arrested For Forgery Following Traffic Stop
One person is in custody following a traffic stop Tuesday night. Just after 5:30 p.m. the Wichita Falls Police Department conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Southwest Drive and Skelly Drive.