Scammers posing as traffic enforcement in Harker Heights: police

Harker Heights police is warning about scammers posing as traffic enforcement and sending emails attempting to solicit payment for phony traffic camera citations.

Former Army soldier gets 2 years in prison for 2021 assault on law enforcement

The soldier struck one officer and spit in another's face, and repeatedly kicked the back door of the patrol vehicle while being transported, says the US Attorney's Office.

Killeen man sentenced to over 35 years for carjacking, armed robberies

According to court documents, Darius King, 29, along with Corey Jackson, 51, committed armed robberies of a 7-Eleven and a Family Dollar in January 2020.

Fireworks banned in Bell County under drought disaster declaration

The declaration does make an exception for fireworks displays that have been issued a permit by the Bell County Fire Marshal's office.

Bell County partners with United Way for 2-1-1 tornado assistance

Beginning May 6, the 2-1-1 helpline can be used both by residents looking for support and by volunteers and donors looking to contribute.

Benefit concert, dinner raises funds for families affected by Salado tornado

A benefit concert and dinner was held in Salado to raise funds for those affected by the EF-3 tornado that ripped through the town just weeks ago.

Killeen ISD approves 6% pay increase for all district employees

The Killeen ISD Board recently approved an eight percent pay increase for all Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraised educators.

Tornado survivor shows storm shelter in Salado

When the devastating EF-3 tornado struck southern Bell County, Hatton gathered his family and neighbors and went for the storm shelter in his backyard.

Crews working to restore power to Bell County community following EF-3 tornado

When the tornado tore through the area, it destroyed most of the power lines, leaving more than 500 homes without power, according to county officials.

25 injured, 76 buildings lost due to tornado in Bell County

Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Salado about the state's response to the severe weather and tornadoes that tore through the area.