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AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Here are the top stories from the week of September 15th-21st.

9 juveniles arrested amid investigation of 30 social media threats to area schools

Nine juveniles were arrested during an investigation on 30 various threats made to area schools on social media.

Story:9 juveniles arrested amid investigation of 30 social media threats to area schools

Amarillo City Council cuts budget by $31 million, increases property tax

The Amarillo City Council approved the budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.

Story:Amarillo City Council cuts budget by $31 million, increases property tax

1 dead in murder at Amarillo apartment complex

Story:1 dead in murder at Amarillo apartment complex

Northern Lights seen in Texas

The Northern Lights were seen in parts of the Texas Panhandle on Monday night.

Story:PHOTOS: Northern Lights seen in Texas

Paducah firefighter, 22, one of two Texas Tech students killed in crash with semi

Jack (Lorin) Parks, 22, andShelby Carroll, 19, were killed when, according to DPS, Carroll's Jeep Wrangler rear-ended a semi Thursday afternoon on State Highway 349 in Martin County.

Story:Paducah firefighter, 22, one of two Texas Tech students killed in crash with semi

Amarillo mayor labels AEDC's $750,000 contribution to RANGE as improper

The Mayor of Amarillo addressed the possible improper financial contributions from the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation to the RANGE.

Story:Amarillo mayor labels AEDC's $750,000 contribution to RANGE as improper

Drought and fires challenge Texas beef industry, recovery expected in two years

The beef cow inventory is down by four percent just over 4.1 million in Texas compared to 2023.

Story:Drought and fires challenge Texas beef industry, recovery expected in two years