Amarillo TX Local News - February 9, 2026

Amarillo TX Local News Breaking news Woman Wanted for Aggravated Assault: Amarillo Crime Stoppers is actively searching for a woman wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon [1]. Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating the suspect. Major Crash Under Investigation: The Amarillo Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a major crash at the intersection of I-40 and Paramount Blvd . No further details have been released at this time. Vehicle Fire Shuts Down I-40 Exit: A car on fire has forced the closure of Exit 70 (Buchanan St./Highway 287/I-27 interchange) on I-40 . The incident occurred in the early morning hours. SWAT Standoff Results in Arrest: One man was taken into custody following a SWAT standoff at the Eddison apartments on Monday night . Law enforcement successfully resolved the situation. $650,000 Meth Bust: Amarillo authorities arrested a man after a drug smuggling investigation uncovered approximately $650,000 worth of methamphetamine . The significant seizure highlights ongoing drug enforcement efforts in the area. Traffic Alert: Fulton Drive just east of Bell Street remains temporarily closed between Holiday Drive and Harmony Street due to water main installation for the Ridgecrest neighborhood development [2]. Eastbound traffic is detoured at Holiday Drive and westbound traffic detours southbound at Harmony Street [2]. The closure is expected to continue through Friday, February 6