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Yesterday at 7:30 AM  President Barack Obama vigorously defended the surveillance programs in a lengthy interview Monday, calling them transparent — even though they are authorized in secret.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Apple says it received between 4,000 and 5,000 government requests for data over 6-month period

Saturday, June 15, 2013  Women shopping at United Supermarket Saturday received more than just your typical groceries and toiletries. All month long, the Breast Center For Excellence is teaming up with United Supermarkets to provide women with breast cancer screenings.

Friday, June 14, 2013  A loan officer at a credit union in the Texas Panhandle has been sentenced to three years in prison for faking documents and stealing about $442,000.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  Obama reverses course on morning-after pill; critic sees him 'caving to political pressure'

Friday, June 07, 2013  Members of New Mexico's congressional delegation are urging federal officials and utility companies to find ways to prevent wildfires.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Court allows girls of all ages to buy generic morning-after pill while government appeals

Monday, June 03, 2013  Pantex hosted their semi-annual long term stewardship meeting Monday that was open to the public.

Friday, May 31, 2013  The latest headlines from across the state.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Teen birth rates dip in all but 2 states, national figure at record low, CDC report says

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  Groups with tax-exempt status must have educational, charitable, religious or other charitable purposes and cannot be involved in elections or engage in substantial lobbying activity.

Sunday, May 19, 2013  Amarillo's Tejano DJ Allstarz came together to host a benefit dance Sunday evening for Ashlee Trevino and her family.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Once the girl with the Billy Bob tattoo, Jolie now inspires with mastectomy revelation

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Justice investigating IRS targeting of tea party; government watchdog blames lax management

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Lawmakers outraged over another military sex case involving someone assigned to prevent sexual assault.