Amarillo Texas Local News - March 22, 2026
Fatal I-40 crash; Canyon ISD bus investigation arrest; former APD officer pleads guilty to DWI; arson arrest; TTUHSC Match Day.
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Amarillo Texas Local News
Breaking news:
Fatal I-40 Crash: One person was killed and another injured in a fatal semi crash on I-40. Details on the exact location and time were not immediately available, but the incident has caused significant traffic concerns for commuters [1].
Canyon ISD School Bus Investigation: A Randall County teenager faces multiple felony charges after authorities say he engaged in sexual acts with a minor on a school bus returning from a baseball trip. The teen was arrested on six indecency charges, and a bond was recommended at $25,000 after bus footage prompted the charges [1].
Former Amarillo Police Officer Sentenced: A former Amarillo police officer pleaded guilty to DWI and was sentenced to one year of probation and a fine [1].
Arson Arrest: A woman has been arrested on a reckless arson charge after investigators say she intentionally set an outside fire that endangered nearby structures. Amarillo Fire crews responded to the incident [1].
Weather:
No significant weather events were reported in the available findings for the upcoming week. Residents should continue to monitor local forecasts for any changes.
Events:
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center Match Day: Texas Tech medical students in Amarillo learned their residency placements on Match Day, a significant milestone in their medical careers. This annual event determines where graduating medical students will complete their residency training [1].
local business:
HeartLung AI Expansion: HeartLung Technologies has announced the expansion of its preventive imaging AI on the Precision Imaging Network, part of Microsoft for Healthcare. The company can be reached at 310-510-6004 for more information .
school:
Canyon ISD School Bus Investigation: The Randall County Sheriff's Office is investigating reports of possible criminal activity on a Canyon ISD high school bus. A teen has been arrested on six indecency charges stemming from an incident that occurred on a bus returning from a baseball trip [1].
The Roundup:
Chuck Norris Remembered: Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick paid tribute to martial arts champion and action star Chuck Norris, who died at age 86. Norris had been hospitalized prior to his passing [1].
I-40 Traffic Standstill: Traffic was at a standstill on I-40 near the Texas/New Mexico state line in Oldham County, causing delays for travelers in the area [1].