KRBC-TV (Abilene, TX)

KRBC-TV, which broadcasts on virtual channel 9 (and UHF digital channel 29), is a television station affiliated with NBC. It is situated in Abilene, Texas, USA. The station is owned by Mission Broadcasting but is operated by the Nexstar Broadcasting Group under a shared services agreement. This setup allows KRBC-TV to function alongside CBS affiliate KTAB-TV, which is on channel 32, creating a virtual duopoly in the area.

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#194926

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#39815

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Censorship concerns rise over Texas bill; Abilene bookstore pushes back

2 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Ashly Ibarra

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A bill set to be heard by the Judiciary and Jurisprudence Committee at the Texas House is sparking criticism from small business owners across the state. Arlene Kasselman, who owns Seven and One Books in downtown Abilene, is raising awareness on social media about House Bill 1375.
Abilene ISD says district ‘has work to do’, as another ‘C’ rating expected from TEA

2 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Erica Garner

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene ISD is letting parents know the district “has work to do” as they are expecting to receive another ‘C’ rating from the Texas Education Agency. District officials sent a letter to parents Tuesday morning ahead of the TEA ratings, which will be released Thursday. The letter confirms that Abilene ISD will receive a rating of ’72’ for the 2023 school year and will likely receive a ’70’ for the 2024 school year.
Stephens County mourns passing of Constable Wayne McMullen

2 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Erica Garner

STEPHENS COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Stephens County is mourning the passing of Constable Wayne McMullen. Constable McMullen’s died Tuesday, though his cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. “Wayne served Stephens County with quiet strength, unwavering dedication, and deep integrity. As a constable, a law enforcement officer, and a loyal friend, he gave selflessly to this community and the people he so proudly served,” the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office says.
‘This is a different kind of hurt’: Aunt of deceased Abilene infant shares her side of the story

5 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Noah McKinney

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – LaMeka Lowe, from Manor, Texas, was miles away from Abilene in May of 2020 when her 22-month-old nephew DJ was found unresponsive and emaciated in his parents’ home on the 5300 block of Taos Drive. As Lowe was getting ready to go to her in-laws’ house for a get-together, a call came through that would shatter her heart and forever change her family’s lives.
Tuscola family shares journey as three brothers fight cystic fibrosis

5 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Ashly Ibarra

BAIRD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Three young brothers from Tuscola face daily challenges, having been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. All three brothers have lived with this genetic disorder since birth, as both their parents carry the gene. The couple, Shane and Jordana Haught, were unaware until their eldest son was born. “On a newborn screening, they found that putting our oldest did have CF, and so we received that diagnosis at about three weeks old.
FULL VIDEO: Abilene City Council Forum 2025

6 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Erica Garner

(KTAB) – BigCountryHomepage.com and KTAB News hosted a forum Thursday night for Abilene City Council Place 5 and Place 6 candidates. Participants discussed important local issues such as homelessness, certificates of obligation, fiscal responsibility, government transparency, and more. Candidates Tammy Fogle and Travis Craver with Place 6 have their discussion first, then after a brief break, candidates Kyle McAlister and Miguel Espionza give their insights as they vie for Place 5.
Venezuelan national accused of taking $200K from Abilene ATM jailed on $30 million bond

6 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Erica Garner

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Venezuelan national accused of taking $200,000 from an Abilene ATM is now being held in the Taylor County Jail on a $30 million bond. Ronald Enrique Pena-Negrette was booked into the Taylor County Jail Tuesday for Unlawful Interception and Immigration in connection to the allegations. Court documents state Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union reported someone had “compromised” an ATM machine in March and took $200,000.
Wake-Up Weather: ‘Good Friday’ brings evening storm chances

6 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Susana Harbert

Summary: Temperatures are on the warmer side of the scale with breezy winds adding moisture to the mix out ahead of a cold front and dry-line combination. Percent chance is better for the heartland through late evening into Sunday evening.
Wylie rebounds to win season finale over W.F. Memorial, 12-2

6 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | David Robinett

ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Wylie Lady Bulldogs responded to their loss on Tuesday night with a run rule victory over Wichita Falls Memorial in six innings, 12-2. The Lady Bulldogs took the lead in against the Lady Mavs with a run in the second inning and the third innings. Memorial came back to tie that game up with a pair of runs in the fifth inning. Wylie took command of the game in the bottom of the fifth.
Wylie beats Cooper, 5-1, to claim season series in the Southtown Showdown

6 days ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | David Robinett

ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Wylie Bulldogs struck early in the third and final Southtown Showdown of the regular season on Thursday night to win the season series with the Cooper Cougars. Wylie beat Cooper, 5-1. The Bulldogs pushed three runs across to start the game in the top of the first inning. Cooper battled to cut the lead to 3-1 with a run of their own in the bottom of the first inning. That was the end of the scoring until the sixth inning.