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Tyler Robinson’s defense hoped to bar reporters and the public from parts of July 6-10 proceedings.
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — After a jury found Waco Priest Anthony Odiong guilty on all charges, it is now time for that jury to decide on his punishment. Odiong is facing one count of first degree felony sexual assault and two counts of second degree felony sexual assault. The...
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WACO (FOX 44) - Looking for good, cheap books for your children to read this summer? There's an event for you on June 5th and 6th (2026). The Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library will be holding its Summer Children's Book Sale at the West Waco Library branch — located at...
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - If you know someone in McLennan, Bell, Coryell, or Falls County who could use a helping hand with home improvements or repairs, you can nominate them for the Love Thy Neighbor home improvement giveaway program! Gage Construction is giving back, and...
WACO (FOX 44) - Your health — front and center — and the concern centers around Fatty Liver Disease. Many of us are at risk, but there is help through a yearly campaign called "Global Fatty Liver Day," which is coming up on June 11, 2026. Jonatan Garcia, Senior Manager &...
Lacy Lakeview, a Waco suburb, said it is considering a data center project in efforts to boost their spending power to repair aging roads.
Tyler Robinson’s defense hoped to bar reporters and the public from parts of July 6-10 proceedings.
The El Paso tent camp has seen at least three detainee deaths, a measles outbreak and nearly 50 detention standards violations in less than a year of operation.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Have you ever heard the saying "There are three seasons in Texas: Summer, Next Summer, and Road Construction?" — Texas Humor In all seriousness, the season of road construction is upon us, so give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination and pay...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Trade schools have been seeing major growth over the last year - over traditional four-year institutions. We spoke with TSTC Waco, who shared more about why trade school education might be a path to consider. You can watch our interview above.
The Bryan Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened Saturday at 11:46 p.m. in the area of North Coulter Drive and Antone Street after multiple 911 calls reported shots fired.Officers found multiple shell casings in the 1400 block of Antone Street. Witnesses...
With school out for the summer, the Brazos Valley has no shortage of free, active ways to stay busy and pickleball may be the easiest place to start. Pickleball and Disc Golf OptionsMore than 24 million Americans played pickleball last year, according to the Sports and Fitness...
Texas A&M baseball dropped game 6 of the College Station Regional to USC 14-3 Sunday, forcing the Aggies into an elimination game Monday night at 8 p.m.USC jumped on Texas A&M starter Ethan Darden early, plating 4 runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Trojans never looked...
DirecTV a multi-billion-dollar corporation that controls programming distribution for millions of Americans has removed 25 Newss trusted, locally produced news, along with upcoming sports and entertainment programming from its channel lineup.Were working hard to restore your...
Chef Bang's journey from poverty in Thailand to a Thai restaurant in Waco is entering a new chapter as he and his wife prepare to open their first brick-and-mortar.
Robinson Baseball defeated Wimberley in Game 3 of the State Semifinals to earn their spot in the state championship.
Bell County voters will decide in November whether to create a hospital district, which could add a new taxing entity for property owners in the county.Watch the story here: Hospital District on Bell County November Ballot could bring another tax entityA hospital district...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — UPDATE: Former Catholic priest Anthony Odiong has been found guilty on all counts. The jury found him guilty of one count of Sexual Assault and one count of Bigamy against Jane Doe and two counts of Sexual Assault against Mary Doe. The punishment phase...
Navasota LP Gas marks 80 years of serving and investing in the communityWatch the full story here: A big birthday: local Navasota business celebrating 80 years and three generations serving the areaNavasota LP Gas is celebrating 80 years of serving the community, and the third...
WOODWAY (FOX 44) -- Hundreds of Central Texans converged upon Woodway for "Arbo Fest 2026" at the Carleen Bright Arboretum on Saturday (May 30, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors from all over Central Texas enjoyed dozens of vendor booths, arts & crafts, numerous activities...
Texas A&M defeated Texas State 17-2 in an NCAA tournament regional game, powered by a dominant pitching performance from Weston Moss and a 20-hit offensive attack that broke the game open with a 5-run sixth inning and a 7-run eighth.Moss, who started on the mound for the Aggies,...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Community Paint Day event, organized by Creative Waco, took place from 10 a.m. to noon today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the Brookview Hills neighborhood of town. This free, family-friendly event gave community members a chance to leave their artistic...
Recent rainfall may be providing relief from the heat, but it's also creating the perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes across the area. Mosquitoes breed in standing water Recent rain and warm temperatures have created ideal conditions for mosquitoesBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Recent...
Texas A&M and Texas State meet at Blue Bell Park with a College Station Regional final berth on the line. The winner advances to the next round of the tournament. Aggie Regional Game 2 PreviewThe Bobcats cannot be overlooked. Texas State beat USC 5-4 and beat the Aggies earlier...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Scouts from Troop 308 of Waco accepted worn-out American flags earlier today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, and retired them in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code and Scouting America tradition. Dressed in full Scout attire, there were about 10–12 Scouts on hand...
Wimberley evened the series against Robinson in Game 2 of the State Semifinal, forcing a Game 3.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Getting yourself or your business known in the age of the internet is atop of many personal and business lists to succeed, and the pace of changing technology can be a challenge. In a conversation with Fox 44's Vince Erickson, the founder and CEO of Rule...
Former Waco priest Anthony Odiong was found guilty on all charges by a McLennan County jury.
Former Waco priest Anthony Odiong has been found guilty on three counts of sexual assault in McLennan County.
The Bears will square off against Big 10 opponent Maryland for the first time since 1956.
Cameron Park Zoo is entering a new era following the death of Tembo the elephant, who died of old age in December, marking the end of the zoo's elephant program.Watch the full story here: Cameron Park Zoo reimagines its future after the death of beloved elephant TemboZoo...
Midway softball falls short of being crowned back-to-back champions.Watch full story here: Jonesboro softball three-peats; Midway softball's comeback falls shortIt was a tough game in the beginning as no one could score. The Pantherettes would find themselves down 4-0 after...
WOODWAY (FOX 44) -- Hundreds of Central Texans converged upon Woodway for "Arbo Fest 2026" at the Carleen Bright Arboretum on Saturday (May 30, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors from all over Central Texas enjoyed dozens of vendor booths, arts & crafts, numerous activities...
Visitors at Brian Bachmann Community Park in College Station are dealing with locked restrooms after a string of vandalism forced city officials to close them until further notice.Watch the full story here: Brian Bachmann Park restrooms locked after fire-related vandalism...
GEORGETOWN, Texas (FOX 44) -- With a runner on third and no outs, chants of 'Eddie' rained down on Eagle Field as Eddie Villareal got the Rockets out the jam and sent the Rockets to the state championship for the first time since 2017 with a 1-0 win in game three over Wimberley...
Nicole "Nikki" Winder, 53, has been missing since February, and community members in Brazos County are refusing to let her case go cold.Watch the full story here: Community walk planned in Brazos County to keep search for missing Nicole Winder aliveOn Sunday, residents will...
WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: We asked Central Texans to roll up their sleeves and make a difference in the lives of others, and the results are in! We at FOX 44 once again teamed up with Carter BloodCare for the "Score for Life" Blood Drive. The event was held from 7:30...
The Lady Eagles are once again state champions.Jonesboro got off to a very slow start as Brookeland scored five runs in the bottom of the second.They would climb back by scoring three in the third and eventually taking the 6-5 lead in the seventh inning.The three peat is...
Texas A&M baseball erased a 5-run deficit to defeat Lamar 7-5, advancing to the winner's side of the regional bracket. Aggie Baseball Regional OpenerThe Aggies trailed 5-0 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning before the offense came alive. Head coach Michael Earley said...
Drivers can expect closures beginning June 4 as TxDOT begins the final northbound bridge removal process per the My35 Waco South Construction Project.