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The Amarillo Globe-News is a daily publication located in Amarillo, Texas, and is part of Gannett's media group. While the newspaper's offices are situated in the FirstBank Southwest Tower in downtown Amarillo, its printing operations take place at a facility in Lubbock.

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Amarillo police chase involving stolen Jeep ends in crash, juveniles arrested

1 day ago | amarillo.com | Michael Cuviello

Amarillo police arrested two juveniles late Monday night following a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle that ended in a crash near railroad tracks. At approximately 11:15 p.m., patrol officers were alerted about a stolen vehicle in the area of Amarillo Boulevard East and Grand Street. Officers located the vehicle, a stolen Jeep, shortly afterward near Northeast 24th Avenue in the Mesa Verde neighborhood.
O’Rourke urges civic action, slams funding cuts during Amarillo town hall

1 day ago | amarillo.com | Michael Cuviello

More than 550 people filled the Amarillo Civic Center’s South Hall on Saturday evening to hear former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke call for civic engagement and resistance to proposed cuts to key public programs. The former El Paso congressman, who has previously run for U.S. Senate, governor and president, delivered a wide-ranging address followed by an extended Q&A.
Two men shot outside southwest Amarillo apartment complex; police investigating

2 days ago | amarillo.com | Michael Cuviello

Two men were hospitalized Sunday evening after a shooting in the parking lot of a southwest Amarillo apartment complex, according to the Amarillo Police Department. Officers were dispatched to the Granite at 34th Apartments, located at 3308 Eddy St. at 6:52 p.m. May 11 on reports of multiple gunshots and two wounded individuals at the scene. When officers arrived, they found two men in the parking lot suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were taken to a local hospital.
Lantern ceremony honors Panhandle veterans on 80th anniversary of VE Day

2 days ago | amarillo.com | Michael Cuviello

Red lanterns lit up the night sky Thursday, May 8 at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center as community members gathered to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and honor 1,079 Panhandle veterans who gave their lives in World War II.
6 takeaways about Alex Fairly’s journey into Texas GOP politics

2 days ago | amarillo.com | Kate McGee

Kate McGeeThe Texas TribuneAlex Fairly, an Amarillo businessman, is the newest Republican megadonor making waves in the Texas capitol. Last week, The Texas Tribune published a story about his sudden rise as a major powerbroker and one of the most prolific donors to GOP legislative candidates. The story details Fairly’s involvement in last year’s turbulent Republican primaries through this year’s contentious race for House Speaker.
Optimum donates to Caprock High School teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week

2 days ago | amarillo.com | Michael Cuviello

In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, Optimum recognized 30 educators at Caprock High School on Friday, May 9 by awarding each a $200 gift card to support classroom projects through its ongoing partnership with DonorsChoose. The initiative is part of a national campaign by Optimum to uplift teachers and students in communities it serves across the country.
Texas Lottery results: Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for May 10, 2025

4 days ago | amarillo.com | Maria Cortes Gonzalez |María Cortés González |Maria Gonzalez

The Texas Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at May 10, 2025, results for each game:Powerball05-20-28-39-42, Powerball: 13, Power Play: 2Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. When is the next Powerball drawing? The next Powerball drawing is on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:12 p.m.Pick 3Morning: 4-0-4, FIREBALL: 1Day: 9-8-4, FIREBALL: 7Evening: 6-5-2, FIREBALL: 8Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
'We lift each other up more': How the Iowa Park softball team became a 'tight-knit' group

4 days ago | amarillo.com | Randall Sweet

WOODROW — The Iowa Park High School softball team has punched its ticket to the Region I-3A Division II final with a two-game sweep of Bushland in the regional semifinals. The Lady Hawks secured a series victory against the Lady Falcons with a 12-2 win on Friday night and a 5-2 victory on Saturday morning.
Texas Lottery results: Mega Millions, Pick 3 winning numbers for May 9, 2025

5 days ago | amarillo.com | Maria Cortes Gonzalez |María Cortés González |Maria Gonzalez

Maria Cortes GonzalezThe Texas Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at May 9, 2025, results for each game:Mega Millions09-10-12-48-60, Mega Ball: 16Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here. Pick 3Morning: 4-7-8, FIREBALL: 5Day: 3-5-5, FIREBALL: 8Evening: 4-5-9, FIREBALL: 0Night: 1-7-3, FIREBALL: 6Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Dumas sophomore Yaritza Vargas overcomes nerves to help Demonettes softball make history

5 days ago | amarillo.com | Randall Sweet

WOODROW — Dumas sophomore Yaritza Vargas stepped into the batter's box Friday at a crucial point in her team's Region I-4A semifinal contest, the second of a three-game series against Brownwood. After the Lady Lions took an early 6-0 lead, the Demonettes battled back, and trailed by two runs in the fourth inning. Head coach Carlyn Tolleson and company needed a big play from the speedy second-year outfielder, and Vargas delivered.