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03/15/2020

Biden, Sanders to debate against backdrop of coronavirus pandemic

They’ll debate in a television studio in Washington without an in-person audience.

They’ll debate in a television studio in Washington without an in-person audience.

03/15/2020

Sunday Afternoon PinPoint Forecast: Spots of rain possible this afternoon & evening across the Brazos Valley -- most of us stay dry. Strong & severe storms expected in West Texas heading into the overnight hours. Watch what happens with them as they move east:

03/15/2020

Grimes County authorities investigating fatal shooting

Here's a story we're monitoring from Grimes County. The next update should come sometime this afternoon.

Sheriff Don Sowell said his investigators are working with the District Attorney's Office to determine if any criminal charges will be filed.

03/15/2020

Coronavirus screenings jam US airports; ‘atrocious,’ a flyer says

Coronavirus screenings jam US airports; ‘atrocious,’ a flyer says

The O’Hare International Airport tweeted that customs processing was 'taking longer than usual' because of enhanced coronavirus screening measures.

03/15/2020

Rusty Surette

We've had several people ask about The Big Event coming up. Right now it's still on BUT I'm told student leaders will be meeting very soon to make a final decision.

As soon as we know something for sure we will pass it along asap.

Are we missing anything? Let us know! Happy to keep answering questions: [email protected]

03/15/2020

The pandemic has now infected more than 2,900 people in the U.S. and caused at least 60 deaths. kbtx.com/a?a=568795191

03/15/2020

Tracking two cold fronts this week

Tracking two cold fronts this week

The relief is brief now for some, but could everyone be looking at a significantly cooler upcoming weekend?

03/15/2020

PLEASE SHARE: We called and confirmed the HEB on Texas Avenue in College Station will remain open 24 hours.

The Tower Point location will open 6 a.m. Sunday. (It may stay open later than 8 p.m.)

The other stores in town will switch to the new 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. hours beginning on Sunday.

03/15/2020

A weak cold front is knocking on our door tonight. Who gets in on some briefly cooler weather? Meteorologist Erika Paige will let you know.

03/15/2020

Walmart, grocery stores changing hours in response to coronavirus

Walmart announced Saturday that all of its stores, including Neighborhood Markets, would be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. starting Sunday and until further notice.

Some grocery store chains are changing their operating hours in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

03/15/2020

Fake coronavirus testing kits seized at Los Angeles airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection says American consumers should be aware of fake testing kits for sale either online or on the black market.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection says American consumers should be aware of bogus testing kits for sale either online or on the black market.

03/14/2020

Doctor says Trump tests negative for coronavirus; US extends travel ban

President Donald Trump has tested negative for the new coronavirus, according to the president's personal physician.

ALSO: The White House has announced that the U.S. will broaden its European travel ban, adding the United Kingdom and Ireland to its list.

The aid package from Congress that would provide free tests, sick pay for workers and bolster food programs.

03/14/2020

Concerns about virus are changing how police respond to some non-emergency calls

Currently, there are no confirmed cases of the virus in the Bryan-College Station area, but law enforcement agencies are proceeding with an abundance of caution in how they respond to non-emergency calls.

When appropriate, non-emergency incidents will be handled electronically or by telephone.

03/14/2020

Grimes County community rallies together for family in need

Volunteers in Grimes County helped build a house in just five days.

This week, people in Grimes County are using their time off for Spring Break to build a house in just five days.

03/14/2020

Driver sent to hospital after pickup truck rolls into front yard

Driver sent to hospital after pickup truck rolls into front yard

It happened on Jones Road near Turkey Creek.

03/14/2020

Families determined to comfort loved ones in nursing homes as CDC guidelines restrict visitations

The CDC changed its guidelines for nursing homes and long-term care facilities Friday night after President Trump declared a national emergency over the outbreak.

The CDC changed its guidelines for nursing homes and long-term care facilities Friday night after President Trump declared a national emergency over the outbreak.

03/14/2020

Baylor Scott & White enhances visitor restrictions amid coronavirus outbreak

Changes, including limited access and visitor screenings, go into effect Monday at 8 a.m.

Effective March 16, all visitors and patients at all Baylor Scott & White hospitals will use designated entrances and be screened upon arrival.

03/14/2020

REPORT PRICE GOUGING: Attorney General wants Texans to report scammers and 'unscrupulous vendors'

REPORT PRICE GOUGING: Attorney General wants Texans to report scammers and 'unscrupulous vendors'

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said his office is working to assure that 'scammers and unscrupulous vendors do not take advantage of the public's concern in order to unlawfully enrich themselves.'

03/14/2020

The U.S. cruise business is stopping for a month due to coronavirus

Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, Disney Cruise Lines and Viking have stopped all U.S. departures.

Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, Disney Cruise Lines and Viking have stopped all U.S. departures.

03/14/2020

Are your kids being radicalized online?

"It opened my eyes to a bigger system — a bigger system at work of these online personalities who are normalizing hate in very insidious ways, almost always with humor."

"This is a really key lesson for parents: Our kids have things to teach us. We don't know more about the internet than they do," one mom said.

03/14/2020

Most HEB stores will modify hours beginning on Sunday

PLEASE SHARE: We called and confirmed the HEB on Texas Avenue in College Station will remain open 24 hours.

The Tower Point location will open 6 a.m. Sunday. (It may stay open later than 8 p.m.)

The other stores in town will switch to the new 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. hours beginning on Sunday.

Most H-E-B stores will modify hours beginning on Sunday but not all of them.

03/14/2020

Bryan, College Station leaders updating pandemic plans

Bryan’s Deputy City Manager says the main priority is to continue operating as a community.

While there are no confirmed cases in Brazos County, local government officials say they’re updating their pandemic plans just in case.

03/14/2020

H-E-B to customers: 'Please buy only what you need'

H-E-B to customers: 'Please buy only what you need'

H-E-B is urging customers not to panic buy.

03/14/2020

Texas Governor: 'There is no need to stockpile on water and supplies'

Texas Governor Greg Abbott told Texans there is no need to stockpile on water and supplies like toilet paper and hand sanitizer amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott told Texans there is no need to stockpile on water and supplies like toilet paper and hand sanitizer amid the coronavirus outbreak.

03/14/2020

Vehicle crash does significant damage to brick median on Texas Avenue

The driver of a car was rushed to a hospital early Saturday morning after he slammed into a brick median on Texas Avenue in College Station.

The driver of a car was rushed to a hospital early Saturday morning after he slammed into a brick median on Texas Avenue in College Station.

03/14/2020

Apple temporarily closes stores worldwide

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the tech giant’s retail operation outside of China is going online-only for two weeks as part of efforts to fight the global viral pandemic.

Apple CEO Tim Cook said on Friday the tech giant’s retail operation outside of China is going online-only for two weeks as part of efforts to fight the global viral pandemic.

03/14/2020

Rusty Surette

BREAKING: Rusty Surette is on the scene of a crash that has shut down northbound Texas Ave near George Bush Drive.

🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨 Northbound Texas Ave north of George Bush Drive closed due to this single-vehicle crash. 7:27 a.m.

Police say the driver of this Nissan 350Z was southbound and slammed into a brick median. The vehicle ended up in the NB lanes. Driver was alert and talking when he was rushed to the hospital.

No other vehicle or people involved. Cause of crash under investigation.

03/14/2020

Pregnant teen falls to her death trying to climb U.S. border wall

TRAGIC: The teenager and her unborn child both died after she fell while trying to climb the #BorderWall in #Texas.

The U.S. said Mirian Stephany Girón Luna.was eight months pregnant and blamed her death on human smugglers.

03/14/2020

Disney sends ‘Frozen 2’ to streaming for housebound families

GREAT NEWS: Disney is releasing “Frozen 2” on Disney-Plus several months early to give families cooped up by the coronavirus a welcome distraction.

Disney announced Friday that “Frozen 2” will begin streaming on Disney-Plus Sunday, three months earlier than expected.

03/14/2020

Woman helped elderly couple get food when they were too scared to go shopping during coronavirus outbreak

GOOD SAMARITAN: "She (elderly lady) cracked her window open a bit more, and explained to me, nearly in tears, that they are afraid to go in the store.”

The couple waited in the parking lot for 45 minutes, looking for the right person to ask.

03/14/2020

Johns Hopkins develops its own coronavirus test

GOOD NEWS: In coming weeks, doctors hope to be able to test as many as 1,000 people per day.

The famous Baltimore hospital is one of several private institutions going that route in an effort to fill the current testing void in the U.S.

03/14/2020

EPA expands list of disinfectants to use against coronavirus

NEW INFORMATION: The Environmental Protection Agency has expanded its list of disinfectants that have qualified for use against the COVID-19 novel coronavirus.

he Environmental Protection Agency has expanded its list of disinfectants that have qualified for use against the COVID-19 novel coronavirus.

03/14/2020

AP FACT CHECK: Trump misrepresents Obama’s actions on H1N1

One day, President Donald Trump boasted of “smooth” coronavirus testing across the country. The next day, he pronounced the testing system inadequate, and assailed the public-health bureaucracy.

One day, President Donald Trump boasted of “smooth” coronavirus testing across the country. The next day, he pronounced the testing system inadequate, and assailed the public-health bureaucracy, Barack Obama and Joe Biden for not fixing it before he became president.

03/14/2020

US airport security to allow larger hand gels

NEW INFORMATION: The U.S. Transportation Security Administration has relaxed restrictions on carry-on items

TSA regulations currently prohibit liquids, gels and aerosols larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

03/14/2020

Chinese official spreads conspiracy theory "US Army" brought coronavirus to Wuhan

#DEVELOPING - A Chinese official is accusing the American military of bringing the coronavirus to Wuhan.

A Chinese official tweeted a conspiracy theory about coronavirus, while some U.S. lawmakers have hurled accusations of their own.

03/14/2020

House passes coronavirus relief bill after Trump announces his support

#BREAKING - The House passed a package in response to the spread of coronavirus following intense negotiations between House Speaker Pelosi and the Trump administration.

The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan legislative package in response to the spread of coronavirus in the early hours of Saturday morning following intense negotiations between House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Trump administration.

03/14/2020

West Texas storms tonight work into North Texas by morning. How does this play into your weekend forecast? Meteorologist Erika Paige gets you caught up with the latest.

03/14/2020

The CDC recommendations for washing hands

03/14/2020

Treat of the Day: Samuel Pittman reads to Bryan ISD elementary students

How awesome is this? Samuel Pittman is a Bryan ISD teacher. But he's also a published author. He recently stopped by Bryan ISD elementary schools to read and inspire readers and writers of tomorrow. https://www.kbtx.com/content/news/Treat-of-the-Day-Samuel-Pittman-reads-to-Bryan-ISD-elementary-students-568784651.html

Bryan ISD middle school teacher Samuel Pittman spent his day late last month reading to elementary students.

03/13/2020

Aggieland Humane Society Pet of the Week: Mimi

Take a look at Mimi! She's our precious Pet of the Week.Click to learn more about the Boxer mix and share with someone you think could use a sweet new friend.

Mimi is our Aggieland Humane Society Pet of the Week for
March 13, 2020.

03/13/2020

A&M epidemiologist expects COVID-19 cases to increase swiftly

Don't panic. That's the message from a Texas A&M epidemiologist. Check out how she projects COVID-19 to progress over the next week.

First News at Four talks to a Texas A&M epidemiologist about how she projects the COVID-19 will affect the nation as it spreads.

03/13/2020

We're hearing all about “social distancing” as a tactic to try to slow down the spread of COVID-19. Dr. Lisa Maragakis, senior director of infection prevention from The Johns Hopkins Health System, explains social distancing and what it means for your daily activities.

03/13/2020

"WASH HANDS"
A message encouraging people to wash their hands was written in the sky over Sydney, Australia on Thursday. Experts have said washing your hands is a key step in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

03/13/2020

Brazos County Bar Association cancels all jury trials

The Brazos County Bar Association has canceled all jury trials for the week of Mar. 16. Bench matters have not been canceled.

The Brazos County Bar Association has canceled all jury trials for the week of Mar. 16. Bench matters have not been canceled.

03/13/2020

An iniside look at how to make jewelry for national jewel day

If you could design any type of jewelry, what would it be?
David Gardner's Jewelers

Learn how local jeweler, David Gardner’s Jewelers, makes its custom jewelry.