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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every week, FOX 44 will be featuring a furry friend up for adoption through the Humane Society of Central Texas. You can take a look at Little Tom in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society...
The Texas Department of Public Safety has arrested more than 7,200 undocumented immigrants with active felony warrants since signing an agreement to work with ICE in October 2025. Texas DPS signed an agreement to work with ICE in October 2025 and has since arrested more than...
Texas summer heat has always come with a price tag, but locals say this season is hitting harder than usual and a new electricity delivery rate is partly to blame.WATCH HERE: Summer electricity rates are hitting wallets hard here's how to cut your billA Hewitt resident, who...
Champion boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Brazos County bicycle crash; driver charged with manslaughterWatch the full story here: Champion boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Brazos County bicycle crash; driver charged with manslaughterHannah Rapp, a professional boxer who recently competed...
Food insecurity continues to impact thousands of people across Central Texas, where the region's food insecurity rate stands at 19% higher than the national average, according to the Central Texas Food Bank.Watch Full Story Here: Food insecurity in Central Texas: How local...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Congressman Pete Sessions will be participating in a free fan distribution event at The Salvation Army of Waco. Citizens can "Beat the Heat" on Friday, July 31 at 4721 West Waco Drive. The distribution of fans is set to begin at 9 a.m., while supplies...
The night skies over far West Texas are among the darkest in the continental United States, supporting world-class astronomy and attracting visitors from around the globe. Now, scientists and conservation advocates worry planned lighting along portions of the U.S.-Mexico border...
California might have the Silicon Valley, but Texas is the silicon state.Texas leads the nation in exports of semiconductor chips, the small pieces that form the building blocks of all modern electronics, and the industry is currently experiencing a boom.It seems unprecedented...
A Gatesville woman returned home to find a burglar had kicked down her door and stolen a safe containing irreplaceable family heirlooms.WATCH HERE: Burglar armed with axe steals Gatesville woman's family heirloomsDora Aponte said she came home last Tuesday to discover the...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - If you love movies that take chances, this is your weekend! The Waco Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 10th year, bringing filmmakers from across Texas and around the world to downtown Waco for four days of screenings of nearly 150 films. Brett...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The Waco Independent Film Festival (Waco Indie) has announced the film lineup and events schedule for this year's event! The Festival was recently named as one of MovieMaker Magazine’s “50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee." Waco Indie’s in-theater...
At least 39 cases of new world screwworm have been confirmed in Texas since June 3, according to the USDA, and animal rescue officials say the threat extends beyond livestock to household pets.Watch the full story here: Texas pet owners urged to protect animals as new world...
Update, 7/19: The Bryan-College Station Eagle says Hannah Rapp was an area boxer. Bryan Boxing also posted about Rapp on Facebook Saturday:==============A 31-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter after he struck and killed a bicyclist Saturday morning in Brazos...
RV camps in Kerrville were destroyed by this week's flood. One local resident said her home was lost due to the recent floods. Kerrville received 19 to 20 inches of rain Uvalde received 10 to 28 inches of rainBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:"I feel lost," said local Kerrville resident...
More than 30 teams competing in the 14U division from across Texas are facing off at Travis Fields in Bryan for the Alliance Fast Pitch Southern Championships, presented by Prime Sports. Alliance Fast Pitch Southern TournamentThe tournament brings together some of the top young...
Cameron Park Zoo's Kirk's dik-dik breeding pair, Hinata and Velcro, welcomed their fifth calf last weekThe male calf passed his 24-hour neonatal exam and is described by staff as energetic and curious. Animal care teams monitored the newborn continuously for 48 hours to ensure...
Temple residents gathered Saturday to collect signatures for a charter amendment that would make it easier to recall city leaders over data center approvals.WATCH the full story here: Temple residents rally against proposed data centersDozens of neighbors gathered outside the...
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) — The City of Hewitt has sat far below local, state, and national crime rates for years - and at the center of this safety is the Police Department. With a population of about 16,000 people, the City of Hewitt isn't some sprawling metropolis. In small...
Texas Tech Tight End and Harker Heights alumnus Terrance Carter Jr. returns to his alma mater to host his inaugural TC Takeover Youth Football Camp.Watch the full story here: Texas Tech's Terrance Carter Jr. returns to Harker Heights for inaugural youth football camp"Honestly,...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Even though it's the summertime, it's not too early to be thinking about back-to-school! The Waco Police Department has an event coming soon to help with school supplies. For more information, you can watch our interview above.
Louise Hays Park in Kerrville was hit by this week's severe weather. Long-time residents said seeing the aftermath is devastating. Jason Blazen said the park was built in one day. The Blazens said the park was a place they often visited with their kids. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Just...
Waffle House is planning two new locations in Waco as development continues along the Interstate 35 corridor, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald.With one restaurant being planned for 722 S. Seventh St. near Baylor University, and a second location at 2301 S. New Road.According...
Gatesville's inaugural Pickle Fest exceeded expectations over the Fourth of July weekend, drawing an estimated 6,000 visitors throughout the day and delivering a major boost to the local economy.WATCH the full story here: Gatesville's inaugural Pickle Fest draws thousands of...
The city of Temple purchased Santa Fe Trailer Park in January for just over $1.4 million, planning to use the property to expand the adjacent animal shelter. The purchase stems from a lawsuit filed by the park's original owner after the city denied a request to expand the park;...
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - As this week's edition of Our Town reaches a close, our coverage of Hewitt caps off by answering a simple question: How was Hewitt founded? The town is located eight miles southwest of Waco and was established in 1882 when the Missouri, Kansas and Texas...
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A McLennan County grand jury has returned felony indictments against three men arrested in April accused of putting card skimmers on gas pumps in Hewitt. Yardanys Castillo, Sarria Gutierrez Jeiler, and Lazono Raul Pinera Rodriguez were all indicted on charges...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - With school out and the kids at home, it's important that they spend time doing something positive. Many churches throughout the area are hosting Vacation Bible School programs this summer. Pastor Ramiro Peña from Christ the King Church paid a visit to our...
Talarico has been attacking Paxton on the campaign trail over his office’s handling of a case where a Waco man was charged with sexually abusing a young boy.
LORENA, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: An accident on southbound Interstate 35 in Lorena shut down multiple lanes on Friday morning. Old Lorena Road in the 6000 block was closed, according to the Lorena Police Department. The Texas Department of Public Safety, the McLennan County...
McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Blue Bell Creameries has been making the best ice cream in the country for more than 100 years! We learn more about the company's Texas roots, and its newest flavor, in the video above!
At least two people died after extreme flooding hit the Hill Country late Wednesday into Thursday morning.
A new federal law is now in effect aimed at making homeownership more attainable for first-time buyers in Central Texas.Watch Full Story Here: New federal housing law aims to make homeownership more attainable for first-time buyers in WacoThe 21st Century Road to Housing Act...
Severe weather has hit the City of Boerne, and residents are shocked to see the impact. Residents said the last time Cibolo Creek flooded was 20 years ago. Severe weather is expected to continue until Friday. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:I walk around here all the time, and its crazy...
A Temple mother is hoping to turn her loss into change after her 3-year-old son drowned in a backyard pool a year ago.Hannah Ochoa's firstborn, Keaton Smith, was a fighter from the beginning, having been born premature. As he grew, he could always be found with a toy animal in...
The UIL enacts a pilot program for the use of a 35 second shot clock that will be optional in all conferences for varsity tournaments.Watch the full story here: UIL approves shot clock pilot program for varsity basketball tournaments"For a while they've been talking about doing...
The city council's failure to schedule a formal action meeting in time has caused the company behind Marlin's Brushy Creek project to pull out, dealing a significant blow to a development projected to bring $1.5 billion to the city over the next 10 years.WATCH HERE: Marlin's...
The 2026 Waco Independent Film Festival is finally here and 25 News is your one-stop-shop for coverage! It's a weekend of red carpet events, parties, and of course, great films!Waco Indie 2026 highlights ahead with Shardae LaRae and John Wildman Waco Indie 2026 highlights ahead...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - According to the World Health Organization, headache disorders affect about 40 percent of the population - which is equivalent to 3.1 billion people. We speak with Baylor Scott & White about migraine awareness in our interview above.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Humane Society of Central Texas (HSCTX) is inviting you to a silent disco for a good cause! HSCTX says its Puppies! At The Disco event will take place from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Thursday at TrueLove Waco, located at 414 Franklin Avenue. There will be lots...
Central Texas (FOX44) - Firefighters from McLennan County have been called up to assist communities impacted by flooding in the San Antonio area. Robinson firefighters have deployed as part of the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System. Robinson Fire Chief Sullivan and...