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Thursday, January 03, 2013  Funding for victim’s assistance programs across Texas has been down. It has been increasingly difficult for non-profit organizations to find backing. Without state funding and support from other sources, victims like Carrie-Anne O’Driscoll wouldn’t have been able to receive the help that she so desperately needed.

Monday, October 22, 2012  Suspect in shooting that killed 3, injured 4 at wife's salon workplace had history of abuse

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Family Support Services is getting ready for its Stop the Violence Fall Festival, a community event targeting families who deal with domestic abuse.

Monday, March 12, 2012  As technology evolves, many of us change cell phones as often as we change clothes. So, what do you do with your old cell phone? It could save a life, right here in the Panhandle.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011  Mom drives van into New York river after domestic spat, killing herself, 3 kids; 1 son let out first

Saturday, January 22, 2011  Mystery surrounds Idaho winner of $190 million in Mega Millions jackpot.

Friday, April 02, 2010  There's a new outlet for domestic abuse victims here in Amarillo.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010  Domestic violence inflicts emotional, financial, and physical stress and hardship on victims and their families, but there is help out there. Family Support Services, offers a variety of support for victims; we'll also share the experience of one Amarillo woman who escaped domestic violence.

Thursday, October 15, 2009  Tonight on ProNews 7 at 5, we will dive into the "hush-hush" world of domestic violence by hearing about it straight from a victim and survivor.

Monday, December 22, 2008  The current economic struggles may be to blame for a spike in domestic violence cases and a rise in shelter usage. The Allstate Foundation conducted a recent survey which shows a 19 percent increase in shelter usage locally in Amarillo.