Latest local news, weather and high school sports from Amarillo

Yesterday at 9:28 AM  The judge overseeing Texas' sweeping school finance case is expected to rule on whether he will hear new evidence based on the state Legislature's restoring $3.4 billion in funding to classrooms.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Firearms and ammunition could soon be coming to Canyon ISD schools. On June 17, 2013, the school board will consider allowing campus officers to store the items on school property.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Amarillo's Jason Cunningham is hoping for a second opportunity to play in the NFL.  Hear what Jason said about his chances of signing with an NFL team for training camp and watch what happens when he challenges Daybreak's Anthony Pittman to a field goal kicking competition.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Students at Carver Elementary are getting some hands on experience when it comes to gardening.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Christmas may be more than six months away, but it's already on the minds of Gov. Rick Perry and some lawmakers in the state Legislature.

Monday, June 10, 2013  Mason Edmondson is a rare breed in football these days. The recent Amarillo High School graduate is a two-sports standout, but not a combination many would expect.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  4th grade students at Lamar Elementary donated almost $800 for Moore tornado victims.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  A few students at Dumas Junior High school have made history, becoming the first team to advance to the National Science Bowl.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  If you're looking to give back to your community, there's always a wonderful organization like Big Brothers Big Sisters to get involved in.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Pronews 7's Anthony Pittman takes on the challenge of Canyon High School's Bryce Boren in this week's Pitt's Sports Challenge.

Saturday, June 01, 2013  Artists and art lovers were invited out to Canyon as The Paper Crane hosted an art market.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  Randall High School has a new honor to celebrate. For the first time in its history, its One Act team are state champions.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  The number of Central Texas school employees with salaries in excess of $100,000 has grown dramatically over the last five years.

Monday, May 27, 2013  While most of the nation had the day off to pause and remember the sacrifices made by our service men and women, Amarillo Independent School District was in session.

Monday, May 27, 2013  A 10-year-old Clovis girl is representing New Mexico in the National Spelling Bee this week.