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911 direct access law improves emergency calling in Texas

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A new Texas law is making it quicker and easier for people at schools, businesses and hotels to call 911. We've all tried to use a multi-line telephone system that requires you to dial a nine or another number to make an outside call, even if you're trying to reach emergency services.


Weekend link dump for August 14

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Derek Jeter celebrates Ichiro Suzuki and his pursuit of 3,000 hits. Easily my favorite Ichiro story is how he learned Spanish phrases so he could banter with/trash talk Latino players.

Federal Judge to Hear Request Today from 13 States To Halt Obama's Transgender School Policy

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This morning at 10:30 am, a federal judge in Fort Worth will hear a request from Texas, its Attorney General Ken Paxton, and 12 other states to halt Obama's plan to allow transgender students to use school bathrooms based on gender identity. Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin and West Virginia are the other states involved in the lawsuit.

"Cooler" Weather Ahead

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Yesterday, we hit a high of 99 in Wichita Falls and that's the warmest we may get over the next seven days. Winds have switched out of the north after a cold front moved through the area last night, dew points will continue to drop throughout the day making it feel not so humid.

Project Back to School sets record

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About 7,000 Texoma students are ready for this upcoming school year, and it is all thanks to Project Back to School. The event was held at the MPEC in Wichita Falls, Saturday morning to help those students whose families struggle to afford school supplies and backpacks.

Residents of Waggoner Ranch allegedly told to vacate property

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The Waggoner Ranch's most famous quarter horses was Poco Bueno, foaled in 1944 and the first quarter horse ever to be insured for $100,000. The bloodline of the magnificent coal-black animal is still prevalent in the quarter-horse world today.

12 Steps to Protect Your Money in Divorce

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Each year, more than 800,000 people get divorced in America . If you're going through a split, you may find it difficult to think of complicated financial matters while facing such an emotional period.

Two arrested after traffic stop on Broad St.

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Two people are behind bars after a traffic stop in Wichita Falls over the weekend lead to the discovery of drugs. Wichita Falls Police pulled over a 1993 Cadillac Deville on 13th and Broad Street shortly before 8 p.m. on Saturday.


Kroenke evicts residents from Texas ranch

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Billionaire Stan Kroenke has told hundreds of residents they'll have to move from land they've leased for decades in Texas following his purchase of the property earlier this year.

Late night fire engulfs trailer home

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Just before 10 p.m., fire crews responded to a single alarm fire in the 1000 block of Clay Street. At Monday night's school board meeting the Bowie Independent School District officials approved a bid for more than $120,000.

Caring for suede

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Dear Heloise: I bought a beautiful beige suede bag for fall. I love it, but I'm scared to get it wet, and what if it gets dirty? Help! - Holly W., Wichita Falls, Texas Holly, remember the old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure? Treat your bag with a water repellent, available at the supermarket or drugstore, while it's new and clean.

Police investigating assault at Allred Prison

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Wichita Falls Police are investigating a sexual assault that they say took place at the Allred Prison located in Wichita Falls. Details are limited at this time but, police tell NewsChannel 6 that the assault happened around noon on Monday, and involved a 42-year-old male.

City Council 2016-2017 Budget Cuts

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Wichita Falls city officials say there is a lull in economic development. They say sales tax revenue is flat and property values are up but not enough when it comes to the 2016-2017 budget.

DWI arrests continue to decrease in Wichita Falls

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DWI arrests in Wichita Falls are on the decline. Arrests have decreased each of the last three years.

Memory of SFA's now-gone Gibbs Hall lives on in 2 lifelong friends

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Memory of SFA's now-gone Gibbs Hall lives on in 2 lifelong frien - KSWO, Lawton, OK- Wichita Falls, TX: News, Weather, Sports. ABC, 24/7, Telemundo - Dr. Thomas Franks, SFA Class of 1951, and Harold Hanson SFA Class of 1952 overlook the sight where Gibbs Hall once stood.


National Fajita Day

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Darron Johnson, Culinary Manager for On The Border, stopped by Newschannel 6 This Morning to show our morning anchors how to make the perfect fajita. Darron Johnson, Culinary Manager for On The Border, stopped by Newschannel 6 This Morning to show our morning anchors how to make the perfect fajita.

Police investigate roll over accident on Henry S Grace Freeway

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Wichita Falls Police responded to a busy freeway on Thursday morning after a pickup truck hit the guardrail and rolled over. The accident happened around 10:15 this morning on Henry S Grace Freeway and Hatton Road.

Emergency crews at the scene of the accident on Henry S Grace Freeway

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Wichita Falls Police responded to a busy freeway on Thursday morning after a pickup truck hit the guardrail and rolled over. The accident happened around 10:15 this morning on Henry S Grace Freeway and Hatton Road.

Fitch Rates Midwestern State University (TX) 2016 Revs 'AA-'; Outlook Stable

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Fitch Ratings has assigned an 'AA-' rating to the following bonds issued by the Texas Public Finance Authority on behalf of Midwestern State University : The bonds are expected to price via negotiation on or about the week of Aug. 22, 2016. Proceeds will be used to finance various academic capital projects on MSU's Wichita Falls campus that have been approved for state debt service reimbursement , to advance refund all or a portion of MSU's 2008 and 2010 RFS bonds, and to pay costs of issuance.

Vernon Police are looking for shooting suspects in Lawton, Wichita Falls

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The Vernon Police Department is looking to locate and arrest two people who may be in the Wichita Falls or Lawton area. Vernon Police Department has warrants for the following persons in relation to an aggravated assault that occurred on July 5 and a retaliation charge that occurred on July 6. These individuals are involved in a case where 1 victim was shot in the neck area and is currently a quadriplegic.

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