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Killeen police plan 'all hands on deck' response for Nidal Hasan execution on December 3rd
Police Chief Pedro Lopez says the department will have "all hands on deck" and is coordinating with partner agencies to keep citizens safe during the execution week.
III Armored Corps Awards Purple Heart to Army Hero
III Armored Corps awarded the Purple Heart to an Army service member recognized as a hero. The award honors military personnel wounded or killed in action. The announcement highlights the soldier’s service and…
City of Killeen offices, facilities to close on day of Nidal Hasan execution
The City of Killeen will close its offices and facilities on the day of Nidal Hasan’s execution. The closures are scheduled to coincide with the execution date. City services and facilities will therefore be unavailable…
Killeen police identify motorcycle crash victim
Killeen police have identified the person who died in a motorcycle crash. The department released the victim’s identity as part of its investigation into the collision. No further details about the crash are provided.
Killeen city offices to close Dec. 3 ahead of scheduled Hasan execution
Killeen Independent School District will close its schools and facilities on Dec. 3 because of expected traffic, media presence and other activity surrounding the scheduled execution of Nidal Hasan, the district…
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Killeen ISD to close schools Dec. 3 for Nidal Hasan execution
Killeen Independent School District will close all schools on Dec. 3, when former Army major Nidal Hasan is scheduled to be executed by firing squad at Fort Hood. The district cited expected media presence, traffic and…
Police reports: Property thefts in Killeen; welfare concerns in Cove
Police reports from Killeen and Copperas Cove, Texas, listed property thefts, welfare concerns and a range of other calls on Thursday. The Killeen entries included reports of assault, disorderly conduct…
CRDAMC to host influenza vaccination event November 14
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center will host an influenza vaccination event on November 14. The event will offer a local opportunity for people to receive a flu shot ahead of the influenza season.
Killeen police prepare for possible security threats surrounding execution of Fort Hood mass shooter
With Nidal Hasan’s execution scheduled for Dec. 3 at Fort Hood, Killeen police are preparing for potential security concerns around the installation, including protests and unauthorized drones.
Killeen ISD to close schools the day of Nidal Hasan execution
Killeen Independent School District will close all campuses and facilities on Dec. 3, the scheduled date of Nidal Hasan’s execution, district officials said. The closure also applies to Manor Middle School, operated by…
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Children learned the value of hard work and dedication during father’s 20-year military career
Former U.S. Army helicopter pilot Rodrigo Loaiza brought his family to Fort Hood in 1984 and completed a 20-year military career before retiring the following May. His children learned lessons about hard work and…
Killeen ISD closing all schools Dec. 3 due to expected activity surrounding Nidal Hasan execution
Killeen Independent School District will close its schools and facilities on Dec. 3 because of expected traffic, media presence and other activity surrounding the scheduled execution of Nidal Hasan, the district…
Killeen ISD closing all schools Dec. 3 for Hasan execution
Killeen Independent School District will close its schools and facilities on Dec. 3, the scheduled date of Nidal Hasan’s execution at Fort Hood. District officials cited expected traffic, increased community activity…
Killeen ISD to close schools Dec. 3, citing expected activity surrounding Hasan execution
Killeen ISD will close all schools and district facilities on Dec. 3 because of expected media presence, traffic and other activity surrounding the scheduled execution of Nidal Hasan. Students and staff will not report…
A Soldier’s Second Mission: From working with Gen. Colin Powell to preserving Bell County history
Retired U.S. Army soldier Keith George is spending his retirement preserving the history of Bell County and Central Texas. After 22 years of service, his career included work as a military police officer at the…
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Killeen Celebrates with Annual Veterans Day Parade
Killeen marked Veterans Day with its annual parade, celebrating local veterans and their military service. The event brought the community together to recognize those who served in the armed forces. The parade was part…
More than 120 veterans attend annual Veterans Day breakfast in Killeen
More than 120 veterans attended the 15th annual Teach One Reach One Veterans Day breakfast at Jimmy’s Egg in Killeen, Texas. The gathering began in 2011 with a few friends and has grown into a yearly tradition where…
Darnall to host annual influenza vaccination event Nov. 14
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center will offer its annual flu vaccination event on Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital atrium at Fort Cavazos. The clinic is open to TRICARE-eligible beneficiaries aged six…
Killeen police investigating deadly motorcycle crash on Stan Schlueter Loop
A 24-year-old motorcyclist died Tuesday after his motorcycle struck a pickup truck on Stan Schlueter Loop in Killeen, Texas, police said. Investigators said the rider was traveling west and attempted to pass the truck…
Ellison High School’s future sparks emotional reactions as Killeen ISD weighs multimillion-dollar changes
Ellison High School’s future is prompting emotional responses in Killeen, Texas, as Killeen ISD weighs multimillion-dollar changes under its Optimization 2.0 plan. The district is considering closures, consolidations…
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1 dead after auto-motorcycle crash in Killeen
A 24-year-old motorcyclist died Tuesday afternoon after his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck in Killeen, Texas, police said. The crash happened around 12:24 p.m. on West Stan Schlueter Loop as the pickup was…
Killeen Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Stan Schlueter Loop
Killeen police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash on Stan Schlueter Loop that killed a 24-year-old man Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 10. The department’s Traffic Unit is handling the investigation. FOX 44 reported the…
Medically retired veterans could receive retirement and disability benefits under House bill
A House bill could let medically retired veterans receive both military retirement and disability benefits by ending the offset that currently reduces or eliminates retirement payments. Veterans and members of Congress…
Killeen apartment fire displaces several residents
Un incendie dans un immeuble d’appartements à Killeen, au Texas, a contraint plusieurs habitants à quitter leur logement. Les secours sont intervenus sur place, mais les informations disponibles ne précisent pas le…
One held after man found dead in Killeen field
Authorities in Killeen have taken one person into custody following the discovery of a man's body in a local field. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death, which remains under active…
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Week in Review: Nov. 5 anniversary; man found dead in Killeen field
The Killeen community held a memorial service marking the 17th anniversary of the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting, honoring the 13 victims. Separately, the Killeen Police Department is investigating the death of a…
A Thank You From the Community: Killeen Veteran’s Day Parade
The community of Killeen is preparing for its upcoming Veteran's Day parade to honor those who have served in the armed forces. The event serves as a tribute to local veterans and provides an opportunity for residents…
Central Texas College to host expanded Salute to Veterans Week
Central Texas College has announced an expanded schedule for its upcoming Salute to Veterans Week. The week-long event will feature various activities designed to honor and support military veterans in the community…
33-year-old male found deceased in a Killeen field; police say it was ‘domestic-related’
The Killeen Police Department is investigating the death of a 33-year-old man found in a field near Love Road and Horne Drive on Friday morning. Preliminary findings suggest the incident is domestic-related and…