Abilene Fire Department Reports First Surrender of Infant in Safe Haven Baby Box
Abilene, TX — February 3, 2026 — The Abilene Fire Department responded to the Safe Haven Baby Box alert system on January 13, finding a male infant approximately 60 days old.
Abilene Fire Department Reports First Surrender of Infant in Safe Haven Baby Box
The Abilene Fire Department responded to the Safe Haven Baby Box alert system on January 13, finding a male infant approximately 60 days old. This marks the first surrender of an infant in the Safe Haven Baby Box in Abilene. The department is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in the community.
City of Abilene Updates Inspection Scheduling Process
Beginning Monday, February 2, 2026, the City of Abilene has updated its inspection scheduling process. Inspection requests must now be submitted by 4 p.m. to be eligible for next-day scheduling. Requests received after 4 p.m. will be processed on the following business day. This change aims to streamline the scheduling process and improve service efficiency.
New Trees Planted along the Cypress Street Corridor
The City of Abilene has initiated a beautification project along the Cypress Street Corridor by planting new trees. This effort is part of the city’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the urban environment and promoting sustainability. Residents can look forward to a greener and more aesthetically pleasing streetscape in the coming months.
Breanna Clark Injured in Car Accident in Abilene, TX
On January 19, 2026, Breanna Clark, 23, was seriously injured in a car accident on Interstate 20. A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2004 Volkswagen Beetle collided with Clark’s 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, causing the SUV to overturn. Another 23-year-old woman riding with her suffered minor injuries. The Volkswagen driver was cited for failure to alter course with safety. Authorities have not released additional information about the crash at this time.
City of Abilene Continues Investigation of Network Outage
The City of Abilene is continuing its investigation into a network outage detected on April 23, 2025. Officials initiated an incident response plan, disconnecting affected and critical assets to secure systems. The city is working with cybersecurity experts and has notified authorities. Telephone and email services were slowed, but bill pay and emergency services remained functional. No unidentified financial activity has been detected. The investigation is ongoing, and more details will be communicated as they become available.
