Killeen Veterans Are Getting A July 4th Boost

What's That Tent At Speer & Central In Azle?

One day, a man in Azle put up a tent on a street corner. It's been there for years. No products for sale, yet people keep stopping by. Why? The answer says a lot about what so many of us are missing today. Hear the story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE [https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/north-texas-man-known-as-the-azle-listening-guy-gives-emotional-support-to-strangers/]

A New Texas Police Officer's Message: Never Give Up

He stands 7 feet 3 inches tall, but the biggest thing about this new Texas police officer isn't his height. After facing disappointment and wondering if his dream would ever come true, he refused to quit. That determination even earned him a BIG fan: Shaquille O'Neal. Hear why this story is a reminder to never give up in this episode of KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn More HERE [https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/jordan-wilmore-kemah-police-officer-swearing-in/285-7f7c32c5-cfc1-44d1-b9a4-0a4a3fe17f32] and HERE [https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/im-going-to-be-on-you-brother-shaq-backs-73-texas-police-recruit-who-missed-exam-by-1-point]

Right Place, Right Time At Alvarado Park Lake

A family's Fourth of July on the lake took a terrifying turn when a boat overturned and children were trapped underneath. One man nearby heard the cries for help and didn't hesitate. What happened next is a powerful reminder that God can place the right person in the right place at exactly the right time.  Hear the incredible story on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE [https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/off-duty-alvarado-midlothian-texas-firefighter-saves-3-children-4th-july/]

A North Texas 4th Of July She Could Feel

Most of us look up when the fireworks begin. But one North Texas mom wondered how her visually impaired daughter could experience the same sense of wonder. She sent a simple request to a drone show company... never expecting what happened next. Hear how one act of kindness made Independence Day unforgettable on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE [https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/visually-impaired-north-texas-girl-drone-show-july-2026/]

One Year After The Hill Country Flood

July 4th marked one year since the tragic flood in Kerr County, but the story isn't over. Neighbors, churches, nonprofits, and businesses are still helping people rebuild. Hear how on KCBI's The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more HERE [https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/one-year-after-kerr-county-floods-strangers-helping-survivors-rebuild/]