Get to know your local law enforcement during National Night Out

Get to know your local law enforcement during National Night Out

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – National Night Out brings together neighborhoods and local law enforcement for a night of community fun. Across the country, National Night Out is held in August. In the Brazos Valley, it’s held on the first Tuesday in October. Several neighborhoods in College Station are taking part by hosting block parties,…

Amazon drone deliveries soaring as neighbors share concerns about noise

Amazon drone deliveries soaring as neighbors share concerns about noise

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Amazon drones continue making deliveries in College Station skies, giving customers a quick and convenient way to shop. But, some neighbors say they’re fed up with the noise. During a city council meeting, former College Station Council Member, Bob Brick, spoke to leaders about his concerns as more than half…

Firefighters respond to wildfire in southeast Brazos County

Firefighters respond to wildfire in southeast Brazos County

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Firefighters from multiple agencies are on the scene of a wildfire in southeast Brazos County. 🔥WILDFIRE REPORT: Multiple fire agencies are on the scene of a fire out in southeast Brazos County along Tonkaway Lake Road south of William D. Fitch. Tonkaway Lake Rd is closed at Turk Ranch Road….

Fentanyl dealer sentenced to 20 years in prison

Fentanyl dealer sentenced to 20 years in prison

MADISON COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) – A fentanyl dealer will spend 20 years in prison. In 2021, a state trooper found Jerry Durdin with methamphetamine, multiple pills, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, syringes, scales and security cameras. The pills tested positive for fentanyl. In June 2023, Durdin pled guilty to manufacturing and delivering a controlled substance. He is…

Roadwork to close part of University Oaks Blvd starting Wednesday

Roadwork to close part of University Oaks Blvd starting Wednesday

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – A portion of University Oaks Blvd will be closed beginning Wednesday. The section impacted is between Stallings Drive and Olympia Way. Contractors are doing culvert and roadway reconstruction. The work is expected to be completed by January 4. The city says detours will be in place.

TxDOT launches new pedestrian safety campaign

TxDOT launches new pedestrian safety campaign

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – TxDOT is launching a new campaign focused on pedestrian safety. October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. TxDOT says October saw the highest number of pedestrian crashes on Texas roadways last year. “In general, pedestrian traffic deaths happen in the darker months of fall and winter,” Ruby Martinez from TxDOT said. “As…

BCS Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. chapter to host 2nd Annual HBCU Fair

BCS Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. chapter to host 2nd Annual HBCU Fair

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – College planning can be a difficult process. That’s why the members of the Brazos Valley Area Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. are hosting their 2nd Annual HBCU Fair. It’s happening Saturday at the Lincoln Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “HBCU” stands for Historically Black Colleges…

Texas A&M students pack Kyle Field, camp out to secure game tickets

Texas A&M students pack Kyle Field, camp out to secure game tickets

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Texas A&M students have started securing their maroon tickets to Saturday’s A&M v. Alabama game. Many students have spent at least a week camping out to get a ticket. Senior Samson Rodriguez and his five friends brought a tent, pillows, blankets and snacks to secure a good spot in line….