KAMR Local 4 News

07/04/2025

Developing: In a media briefing Friday morning, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly confirmed multiple people are dead, several others are unaccounted for, and crews have made “dozens” of water rescues. He did not provide any specific numbers.

In a media briefing Friday morning, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly confirmed multiple people are dead, several others are unaccounted for, and crews have made “dozens” of water rescues. He…

07/04/2025

ICYMI: A local nonprofit and group of riders came together Wednesday night to support an 8 year old local girl who opened up a lemonade stand.

A local nonprofit and group of riders came together Wednesday night to support an 8 year old local girl who opened up a lemonade stand.

07/04/2025

While we veterinarians don’t know exactly why some dogs are afraid of fireworks and others not, many dogs that react to one noise often react to others. Therefore, early intervention and treatment are essential in protecting the welfare of these terrified dogs. Here’s how you can protect your dog from fireworks.

The Fourth of July can be a miserable day for dogs.

07/04/2025

LIVE UPDATES: Heavy rain overnight has produced over a foot of rainfall in just a few hours in the Hill Country.
The National Weather Service has issued multiple Flash Flood Warnings, with a Flash Flood Emergency declared early Friday morning.

Heavy rain overnight has produced over a foot of rainfall in just a few hours in the Hill Country.

07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July! We hope your Independence Day is full of festive fun and wonderful memories!
If you're wondering where to go this weekend for fireworks shows around the Texas Panhandle, we've got a list of highlights ready for you! https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/where-to-watch-fireworks-around-amarillo-and-the-high-plains-for-the-fourth-of-july-in-2025/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_KAMR_Local_4_News

07/04/2025

“The faces of Medicaid include our children, our disabled, our seniors, our veterans, our neighbors, and friends. The real-life consequences of these reductions will negatively impact access to care for all Americans.”

The massive tax cut legislation passed by the House and Senate this week will dramatically upend health care in America. The legislation, now on its way to President Trump, was never framed as a he…

07/04/2025

Who's going to be the "top dog" this morning? Don't forget to cast your prediction for who will be the 2025 Today in Amarillo hot dog eating contest winner! 🌭

Facebook Question of the day: Today in Amarillo is sparking up the 4th of July with some friendly competition. The crew will be participating in a hot dog eating contest tomorrow morning.
So we want to know: Who do you think will win our 4th of July hot dog eating contest? Are you team Roushell, Team Caylee, or Team Laurel?
Vote right now at: myhighplains.com/vote or scan the QR code on your screen.

07/04/2025

The Amarillo Police Department reported that its Cold Case Unit is seeking information in a missing persons case from 2003.

07/04/2025

A Curry County man was found guilty by a jury in a fatal stabbing case that spanned multiple trial days, said the Ninth Judicial District Attorney Quentin Ray.

A Curry County man was found guilty by a jury in a fatal stabbing case that spanned multiple trial days said the Ninth Judicial District Attorney Quentin Ray.

07/04/2025

Since the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, he has voiced his desire to end Birthright Citizenship and signed an executive order to do just that.

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – Since the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, he has voiced his desire to end Birthright Citizenship and signed an executive order to do just that…

07/03/2025

A local nonprofit and group of riders came together Wednesday night to support an 8 year old local girl who opened up a lemonade stand.

07/03/2025

Americans have one more reason to celebrate this Fourth of July: getting all the gear needed to host a pool party costs less than it has in years, according to a market research company’s preliminary data.

Americans have one more reason to celebrate this Fourth of July.