Brazos Valley groundwater district holds free 'Aquifers 101' presentation for residentsWatch the full story here: Class is in: Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District puts on an Aquifer 101 presentationThe Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District held a free......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Proper sleep is essential to the development of a child, and one group in Central Texas is working to fix that. Sleep in Heavenly Peace ensures kids can have restful nights. You can watch our interview above....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The best youth golf tournament in Texas, the Texas Youth Classic, has returned for a second-straight year - and FOX 44 is once again the proud official media sponsor! The event spans from Tuesday, June 30th to July 1st. Main Event also sponsored a private.....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The best of the best youth golfers in this region are calling Central Texas home with the return of the Texas Youth Classic to the Waco area on June 30th and July 1st! For more information about this event, you can watch our interview above. You can also......
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - Farmers across Central Texas, including those in the Waco area, could soon catch a break as a new federal action aims to lower fertilizer costs, one of the biggest expenses many producers face. For producers across McLennan County and nearby agricultural......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Texas Youth Classic (TYC) is bringing over 150 golfers and their families, to the streets, restaurants, and hotels of Waco this week. This is the second annual Texas Youth Classic Open Tournament, a large youth golf tournament with a focus on giving a.....
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship in a 6-3 vote Tuesday, confirming children born on U.S. soil will continue to be considered U.S. citizens. The ruling comes after President Trump issued an executive order challenging the 14th Amendment's guarantee of......
If you hear the sounds of weights slamming on the ground, it's probably because of Jade Dickens.Watch the full story here: Local powerlifter wins Strongman National TitleJade has been a powerlifter for 25 years and it all started not in the weight room, but by watching T.V."Back....
Gatesville city leaders unanimously passed an ordinance last week placing stricter rules on vape and CBD shops, including new proximity requirements, background checks for owners, and expanded buffer zones around sensitive areas.Watch the story here: Gatesville passes ordinance.....
MCGREGOR, Texas (FOX 44) -- For Nico and Gilbert Gomez II, playing in big-time golf tournaments together isn't anything different. "He's always my caddie," eight-year-old Nico Gomez said. "When he's not here and not able to make it, my grandfather caddies for me." Playing in the....
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - UPDATE: A missing Waco child has been found safe. Original Story: Waco police are asking for the public's help in locating a missing child. Adrian Musgrove is 12-years old. He was last seen in the 1700 block of Lake Air Drive heading toward Bosque Boulevard.......
Texas A&M University has named Leroy Burrell as the 20th head coach of its track and field program, Athletic Director Trev Alberts announced at an introductory press conference.Alberts cited Burrell's integrity, understanding of the expectations at Texas A&M, and credibility as.....
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A major intersection of Waco's New Road will close Wednesday night to allow bridge work on I-35. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plans to install deck panels and overhangs for for the new northbound I-35 bridge over New Road as part of the......
Saharan dust is making its way across the Atlantic and into Central Texas, and while most people will notice little more than hazy skies and colorful sunsets, doctors say those with underlying respiratory conditions should take precaution.Watch Full Story Here: Saharan dust......
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 Malibu in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of......
The City of Hillsboro announced that water service will be temporarily suspended west of Cho Street beginning Monday at 10:00 PM.City crews will take the downtown water tower offline to repair two water leaks and install four new water valves. Work is expected to take 5 to 8......
Grimes County jail nears capacity, commissioners to discuss expansion options on July 22Watch the full story here: How big to build: Grimes County leaders weighing options for jail expansion projectThe Grimes County Jail is running out of room, and county leaders are preparing......
Food truck owners across Texas must now obtain a new state permit instead of county-level permits, and Bell County vendors say they were caught off guard after being told their existing permits would carry them through the year until recently.Watch the story here: Bell County......
BELL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A passenger vehicle and a truck tractor semi-trailer were involved in a fatal crash on Interstate 35 in Bell County. The Texas Department of Public Safety says the incident occurred on southbound Interstate 35 at Mile Marker #293B at approximately......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Making memories through masterpieces — and this weekend (June 27 & 28, 2026), residents at The Blake At Waco have been showcasing masterpieces and memories, literally. Thirty of the assisted living facility's residents participated in the "Masterpieces &......
The Beltonian Theatre is under new ownership and reopening its doors, with new owners Katie and Joey Carlin ready to restore the historic downtown Belton landmark while creating a community gathering space for generations to come.Watch the story here: Beltonian Theatre reopens......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - With school out for summer, there's no better time for kids and adults to dig into a good book! You can find out about the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge in our interview above....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - FINALLY, after months of training, days of preparation and set up, the packets were all picked up, and the athletes were ready to run, swim, and bike their way around Cameron Park and through the Brazos River for the annual TriWaco. Hundreds of......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The City of Waco will be dancing all the way to the bank after a very successful 75th National Square Dance Convention this week. The diamond jubilee kicked off on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 with dancers traveling from far and wide to take part in the annual....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The National Square Dance Convention is bringing more than music and tradition to Waco; it's also generating a major economic boost for the city. As thousands of attendees traveled from across the United States and beyond, the co-chairman of registration,.....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Volunteers of all ages were walking the shores of the Brazos River this morning, (June 27, 2026), as part of Keep Waco Beautiful Summer Shoreline Cleanup to prepare for tomorrow's TriWaco triathlon event at Indian Spring Park. This cleanup prepared the......
WACO (FOX 44) - There is a great need — the need for foster families in our nation, in our state, in our local communities. Here for a conversation about that need, how to fill that need, and what you can do to help — is Alexandra Villarreal, Director of Foster Care Homes with......
More than 5,000 athletes traveled to Veterans Athletic Complex Thursday for day one of the 27th Dave Campbell 7 on 7 state tournament, with 128 teams competing to sharpen their skills ahead of the fall season. Dave Campbell 7 on 7 State TournamentSeveral Brazos Valley teams were....
Former Texas A&M standout Rashuan Agee is getting his chance to make the NBA after signing an exhibition 10 contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.Agee went undrafted in the NBA Draft, which wrapped up Wednesday. The Exhibit 10 contract guarantees him an invitation to the......
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - As housing costs continue to rise, two Waco-area nonprofits are receiving funding to help local families remain safe and securely housed. Among the local organizations receiving funding is Waco Family Medicine, which will use its grant to expand its......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Did you know that Waco is the home of the first triathlon ever held in the state of Texas? We can keep the city's longstanding race tradition alive with the upcoming Electrolit TriWaco Triathlon! For more information, you can watch our interview above....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Keep Waco Beautiful is inviting the community to join its Summer Shoreline Cleanup to prepare for the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce's TriWaco event. All volunteers will be walking the shoreline along the Brazos River from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Saturday,......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plans to temporarily close a portion of the northbound I-35 frontage road between New Road and Irving Lee Street in Waco. This comes as part of the ongoing My35 Waco South Construction Project. The closure......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- The Midway 12U All-Stars opened the Little League District 9 Championship doubleheader against Salado with a dominant 15-1 run-rule victory in four innings in Game 1. Midway completed the sweep with a 13-1 victory in Game 2, securing the District 9......
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - Thousands of dancing enthusiasts gathered for the 75th annual National Square Dance Convention in Waco! People came together in a lively celebration of camaraderie, music, and traditions that keep the dance alive. It wasn't just Texans who came to do-si-do -.....
In 2025 I did a story on the shortage of officials in Central Texas. To see if any changes have been made, I went to MCC where a class of Intro to Football is held for new officials.Watch the full story here: Central Texas referees hold classes at MCC for new officialsThe class.....
McALLEN As the New World screwworm continues to infiltrate livestock and other animals in Texas, many have been asking how the parasitic fly landed here to begin with.Last week, the Texas Animal Health Commission identified a potential cause: small wildlife and rodents like......
Central Texas residents joined others from across the state at the capitol to testify about water usage by data centers, as state agencies acknowledged they have limited information on the issue.Watch the story here: Central Texas residents testify at state capitol on data......
Two businesses on Waco's 25th Street The Carpenters Daughters and Project Lifeforce were hit hard by last Sunday's heavy rain, with floodwaters strong enough to rip a bolted gate from a wall and wash away a picnic table. Justine Lisa, owner of The Carpenters Daughters, found 3......
TEXAS (FOX 44) - A Travis County judge has sided with a McLennan County Justice of the Peace who refused to marry gay couples and sued the State Commission on Judicial Conduct (SCJC) for disciplining her for her choice. The state’s judicial oversight agency must pay $640,000 to.....
UPDATE:The Bryan Police Department now says southbound lanes are reopened.ORIGINAL:Two people are in custody after a pursuit in which Brazos County Sheriff's Office deputies were fired upon.The incident began when a deputy initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle fled, and during......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- The Midway winning legacy is set to continue on the baseball diamond with longtime Panthers' assistant Ben Basden assuming the head coaching role following the departure of Eddie Cornblum, Midway ISD announced in a press release on Tuesday. Coach Basden......
Donnie Samford is asking the City of Franklin to install stop signs at the intersection of Ripley and Glass Street, saying drivers regularly pass through without slowing down. Watch the full story here: Franklin resident pushes for stop signs at Ripley and Glass Street......
Heavy rain Sunday night caused flash flooding on I-35 and its service roads near Waco and leaving drivers stranded Justin Louviere who was driving from Plano to Round Rock, was trapped on the service road as Flat Creek rose on both sides of him, saying he was ready to abandon......
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 Jessie in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of......
New extension agent tackles screwworm threat and youth programs in Madison CountyWatch the full story here: A battle for the cattle: new Madison County extension agent tackles agriculture threats and youth programsShannon Dietz, a new extension agent from Prairie View A&M, is......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The McLennan County Alzheimer's Expo is back for 2026, providing valuable resources for those affected by a growing disease. For more information about this event, you can watch our interview above....
WACO (FOX 44) - Thousands of square dancers from around the nation will converge upon Waco this week — for the Diamond Jubilee — the 75th National Square Dance Convention — this coming Wednesday through Saturday (June 24–27) at the Waco Convention Center. Claudia and Gary......
Nolan Cain is returning to Texas A&M baseball as associate head coach and recruiting coordinator, leaving Texas after two seasons with the Longhorns.D1Baseball's Kendall Rogers reported Friday that the Aggies are bringing back Cain, who will be one of the highest-paid assistants....
Every year, the Texas Sports Hall of Fame hosts their celebrity golf tournament.Watch the full story here: Texas Sports Hall of Fame hosts Celebrity golf tournamentThe Hall invites teams, fans and sponsors to show support for the organization and play with legendary Central......
Texans on Mission is stepping in to help ease the burden on flooded homeowners by providing assistance and support wherever possible. Flood damage to Lisa Floyd's home can cost up to $100,000 A lot of these people, they lost hopewhat am I going to dotheir house is flooded," said....
WACO (FOX 44) -- A Saturday (June 20, 2026) celebration through one of Central Texas's traditions: the annual Waco Juneteenth Parade through downtown Waco at 10 a.m. The CenTex African American Chamber of Commerce put out the invitations and people came to see the dozens of......
Our local neighbors in Mexia are celebrating the 161st Juneteenth celebration on land that was purchased by freed slaves. Local neighbors talk about the impact of Juneteenth. Mexia celebrates 161 years of Juneteenth Weekend celebrations continue on Saturday at 5 pm at Booker T......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Cen-Tex African American Chamber of Commerce is inviting you to the 2026 Juneteenth Parade! The Chamber says this is one of East Waco's most powerful and unifying community traditions. The event will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday. This annual......
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate, James Talarico, is in Waco to call out corruption by his opponent, Ken Paxton, over his handling of the case of Adam Hoffman. Former Waco attorney Adam Hoffman pleaded guilty to sexually abusing an eight-year-old boy......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Waco Pride Network is hosting its Enchanted Forest Pride Month Dance, and the community is invited to attend! For more information about this event, you can watch our interview above....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- After helping to deliver the Midway Panthers' first state title since 2003 on the baseball field in 2025, Midway head baseball coach Eddie Cornblum is moving on following 10 seasons at the helm for Panthers baseball, Midway athletic director Brad Shelton.....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Cultivate Waco is entering an exciting new chapter, and the public is invited to be a part of it. The organization will be hosting its Art-to-Table Dinner Fundraiser in the Skyline Ballroom at AC Hotel Waco Downtown. The event will take place at 7 p.m. on.....
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A former West ISD teacher and coach has been arrested by McLennan County Sheriff's investigators on a charge of improper relationship between educator and student. Dylan Goforth was booked into the McLennan County Jail Thursday. He no longer taught at West at....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Disaster struck with the recent flash flooding - and thanks to the Waco-McLennan County Office of Emergency Management, a Disaster Assistance Center is available over the next three days to help with the recovery. The Waco-McLennan County Office of......
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