WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - If your home or property was impacted by the recent flooding in McLennan County, help may be available. The Waco/McLennan County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has opened a Disaster Assistance Center with the help of community partners like the......
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Waco firefighters were able to confine damage to a portion of a house still under construction that caught fire early Wednesday morning. Fire units were sent to the 900 block of South 20th Street at 2:13 a.m. Wednesday. Light smoke was noted as the first units....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Morgan Independent School District Superintendent Dr. John C. Bullion has been named the 2026 Region 12 Superintendent of the Year and regional nominee for Texas Superintendent of the Year! According to Region 12, Bullion was nominated by the Morgan ISD......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — Summer months bring in less volunteers and more animals at the Pet Circle animal shelter in Waco. One of the ways they hope to address this problem is by lowering the age requirement for volunteers. Pet Circle says 16 and 17-year-olds will now be able to......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Continued fundraising for Alzheimer's research is critical to developing effective treatments, improving early diagnostic tools, and reducing the massive emotional and financial toll of the disease. For more information about the Putting Toward a Cure......
Fort Hood, Tx (FOX 44) - Members of a Waco-based National Guard unit have qualified for a place in The Order of the Spur in testing at Fort Hood. Candidates from the 1st Squadron, 124th Cavalry Regiment, Texas Army National Guard completed what is called the Spur Ride in a......
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Kimisha Denise Mathis has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the 2024 death of 32 year old Lee Murrow, whose body was dumped into the Brazos River. McLennan County District Attorney Josh Tetens said Mathis had earlier entered a guilty plea and was......
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Investigators Monday recovered 103 pounds of marijuana from a home plus more from cars seen leaving it during surveillance of a suspected dealer. The occupant of the home in the 3200 block of Cole Avenue, identified as 46-year-old Shaun Patrick Mitchell, was......
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - Police have arrested a 55 year old man after responding to a disturbance call to find a man with a barbecue fork embedded in his hand. Officers made the discovery as they responded to the call in the 900 block of Faulkner lane. An arrest affidavit stated that....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Waco Police Department is collecting school supplies for its upcoming Back to School Bash, which means it's time to Stuff the Cruiser! Officers will be ready to fill a police cruiser with as many school supplies as it can hold. The public is invited to....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Waco's Pet Circle Regional Animal Center is looking for volunteers, and now teens can join its mission! Pet Circle has over 200 animals on-site, and says volunteers are the heart of the shelter. Teenagers ages 16 and 17 can now volunteer solo. Volunteers......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — Sunday night brought heavy rainstorms, resulting in flash floods all over Waco. According to the National Weather Service, McLennan County was hit with anywhere from three to six inches of rain Sunday night. While that may not sound like much,......
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 Woody in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of......
Waco, Texas (FOX 44) - Recent floods across communities have left thousands of homeowners facing devastating property damage and unexpected financial hardship. Many homeowners assume water damage is covered, but most policies exclude flood-related losses. After recent storms,......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Summer means backyard barbecues, poolside parties, and plenty of time outdoors. If you're ready to take your grilling game to the next level, we've got just the opportunity for you! McLennan Community College's Community Programs Coordinator Jasmine Kirk......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Not all flood damage can be seen at a glance. Following the severe storms and widespread flooding that impacted Waco and surrounding Central Texas communities Sunday night (June 14, 2026), local foundation experts are encouraging homeowners to inspect......
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - The rain came in fast and heavy all around Central Texas on Sunday night (June 14, 2026) and many are just now able to get out and assess the damage left behind. If your home or business has storm or flood damage, the Waco-McLennan County Office of......
McLennan County, TX (FOX 44) - Heavy rain Sunday night found motorists stranded in several places as high waters covered parts of I-35 and streets in Hewitt, Waco and Robinson. Waco Drive heading towards downtown is down to one lane this morning due to washout from flooding.......
In the Big Bend region, where some families have lived for generations, government letters seeking access to their land is sparking fear and resistance....
First responders are conducting rescue operations on Interstate 35 southbound between Waco and Hewitt after multiple vehicles became stranded in high water Sunday night.The flooding occurred between mile markers 330 and 327, where significant high water has made the roadway......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- Cadet royalty returned home to teach the next generation with brothers Kobe and Korie Black hosting their first-annual youth football camp on Saturday morning. Inspiring the next generation has always been a dream for the Black brothers and today the pair....
WACO (FOX 44) -- There's excitement in the air and on the air for one of Central Texas's flagship radio stations. Lydia Tate is the new KWBU 103.3-FM President and CEO. Lydia joined our Vince Erickson for an in-studio conversation about her vision for KWBU at present and into......
The Brazos Valley Bombers opened game one of their season against the Abilene Flying Bison at Navasota High School, and the team's move to Navasota has been a seamless transition for fans. Bombers vs Flying BisonThe experience is inexpensive and family-friendly, with bounce......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum welcomed visitorsto its expanded Home on the Range event today, (June 13, 2026), offering a day of living history demonstrations, educational activities and family-friendly experiences. This year, Home on the Range.....
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - Yes, it's called The Feed Lot, but you won't have to worry about being trampled by herds of cattle, just hungry Texans. The Feed Lot Food Truck Park officially opened today (June 13, 2026) at 153 Regal Drive in Hewitt. The festivities included live......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Over 100 volunteers from all over the United States converged upon Waco's AC Hotel by Marriott this week to celebrate the 42nd year of Volunteer Caregiving at their national conference June 10-13, 2026. The conference covered the ups and downs of......
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......
WACO (FOX 44) -- Self publishing books -- a sign of the times for many authors -- including a Central Texas author who has penned five books. Kennisha Thornton is a published author who Fox 44 News invited to our studios for a conversation about self publishing and what it takes....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — FOX 44 parent company Nexstar Media Group, Inc. was founded 30 years ago, and to celebrate, the FOX 44 team volunteered their time at the Caritas Food Pantry! As part of Founder's Day, FOX 44 took part in a day of caring as the team went to Caritas — a......
More than 60 athletes gathered at Veterans Athletic Complex for day one of the Perfect Game Aggieland Showcase, hoping to improve their chances of playing softball at the college level. Aggieland Showcase"I've been dreaming about playing college softball for a while now, so I......
Excitement for the World Cup is here as the tournament begins.Watch the full story here: Waco Soccer Club hosts World Cup watch partiesThis is the first time the United States has hosted a World Cup since 1994. Places in Waco are taking advantage by getting involved with the......
Texas GOP delegates push property taxes, water, and grid protection as some top platform prioritiesWatch the full story here:Delegates from rural and urban counties alike said financial burdens on homeowners are driving conversations in their communities. Tim Holtkamp, a......
The Richard Star Act would let combat-injured vets collect both disability and retirement pay, impacting 50,000+ veterans. Disabled veterans who are medically retired currently lose a portion of their retirement pay when they also receive VA disability pay a policy some veterans....
Hewitt, TX (FOX 44) - The world's biggest soccer tournament is underway, and excitement is kicking into high gear as Team USA opens its FIFA World Cup journey against Paraguay. As Team USA takes the field for its World Cup opener, soccer fever is on full display across Central......
The FIFA games are in North Texas, and fans from around the world are traveling through Central Texas to enjoy the game. One fan said he traveled nine hours just to get to North Texas. There are 48 countries playing in the FIFA World Cup. Im Team USA all the way!" said one FIFA.....
On the week of both President George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush's birthdays, celebrities across College Station gathered at the George Bush Presidential Library to share in a tradition Mrs. Bush cherished reading to children. Bush Library reading with kidsFamilies gathered......
Circle Hardware and Lumber has served Waco since 1945. Now, after 81 years, the owners are closing up shop and heading into retirement.. Circle Hardware and Lumber, a Waco neighborhood hardware store since 1945, is closing after 81 years in business. Owners Larry and Norma......
At Waco ISD Stadium, nose tackle for the Arizona Cardinals, Andrew Billings, returns home for his annual football camp.Watch the full story here: NFL player Andrew Billings returns home to host annual football campHundreds of participants joined the camp Waco and University high....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- The rain went away the second-time around with the fifth-annual Andrew Billings football camp going off without a hitch on Thursday evening! Bad weather conditions cancelled the initial camp date of Saturday, June 6th but Billings wouldn't let his campers....
Texas Republicans gather in Houston for 2026 state conventionWatch the full story here: Delegates unite: Texas Republicans gather in Houston for 2026 state convention to set party platformDelegates from across Texas gathered Thursday at the George R. Brown Convention Center in......
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - Alzheimer's Disease impacts millions of families across the country, and now a Central Texas event is helping drive research and support services for those affected. Putting Toward a Cure is helping putt Alzheimer's in the spotlight and bringing the community....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - We at FOX 44 are once again preparing to give back to our community for Nexstar's 30th annual Founder's Day of Caring! According to the Nexstar Media Group, the Founder’s Day of Caring occurs each year in June. Staff members across the company receive paid....
Comedy icon and Texas legend Bill Engvall, known for having his own TV show and being part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, is coming to Central Texas this Saturday.Watch the full story here: Comedian Bill Engvall talks coming home to Texas ahead of Saturday's Belton......
The Bulldogs swing into a new batting facility and the players are already taking advantage.Watch the full story here: McGregor High School reveals new batting facility"I tell you what, the first crack of the bat that I heard in there, that got me going. It was like the ribbon,.....
Woodway, Tx (FOX 44) - Woodway Public Safety Chief Kahlil El-Halabi says all of his officers have now been certified in autism awareness and interaction training for first responders. This means all are now trained in how to effectively interact with people with autism in......
LUBBOCK The New World screwworm has burrowed itself into Texans consciousness after the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed seven cases six in Texas and one in New Mexico in the last week.After hearing the horrendous way it affects livestock, many were left asking: What......
The Bryan City Council has approved a new two-hour parking limit for more than 200 spaces along Main Street and near downtown storefronts, a move city leaders say will help keep spaces available for shoppers and visitors. Watch the full story here: Bryan city council approves......
Academy ISD announces Thomas Oliver as the new girls soccer head coach and Kaegan Jimenez as the softball head coach.Oliver was the assistant coach last year and takes over head coaching duties. Jimenez arrives from Lorena high school and returns to her families stomping......
Marie's Wine Bar is celebrating two years in business with a free wine tasting event Thursday, June 11 from 68 p.m. at 723 Austin Ave. in Waco.. Owner Sidney Warren says the business has navigated financial challenges, including a Waco Airport location closure and economic......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Calling all soda pop collectors, enthusiasts and vintage seekers! The Dr Pepper Museum is getting ready for the 2026 Soda Collectible Vendor Market. For more information, you can watch our interview above....
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Waco's Performing Arts Community Center (The PACC) has announced a major expansion to its downtown facility! The BackPACC is a new 2,000-square-foot black box performance venue, along with an additional 2,000-square-foot storage facility designed to......
A group of Bryan residents are continuing to work to remove medians along Texas Avenue says their petition effort is gaining momentum, with a deadline of June 30 to reach their signature goal. Watch the full story here: Bryan residents continue push to put Texas Avenue medians......
Hoffman accepted a plea deal in a McLennan County child sex abuse case, serving less than 30 days of a 60-day sentence, with no requirement to register....
Waco, TX (FOX 44) - The summer heat is settling into Central Texas - and with temperatures soaring, so are the risks. Without proper precautions, heat-related illnesses can escalate quickly. Staying hydrated throughout the day, even if you don't feel thirsty, and avoiding......
Neighbors near the SpaceX Terafab site in Grimes County are still searching for answers about how the project will affect their land and lives, even after county leaders approved it.Watch the full story here: Unanswered questions: Grimes County neighbors near SpaceX Terafab site....
Adam Dean Hoffman is now listed as a sex-offender in NebraskaHoffman will need to be on the registry for the next 15 years.According to Nebraska law the conviction of indecent assault in Texas is the equivalent to the charge of sexual assault 3rddegree in Nebraska.Prior coverage....
The former Waco attorney sentenced for sexual crimes against a child has submitted his resignation paperwork to the State Bar of Texas.According to a spokesperson, his resignation documents were sent to the Texas Supreme Court."In order for Adam Dean Hoffmans resignation to be......
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Sports Hall of Fame has announced legendary coach,administrator and 2005 TSHOF inductee R.C. Slocum as the next recipient of the prestigious Lamar Hunt Lifetime Achievement Award. According to the Hall of Fame, Slocum will be presented the award.....
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - An officer who arrested a burglary suspect inside a Waco Taco Bell restaurant has suggested substance abuse and other help for the man taken into custody, The 39-year-old man remained in the McLennan County Jail Tuesday following the early Saturday morning......
Waco ISD has announced new leadership at Tennyson Middle School, Brook Avenue Elementary, Bell's Hill Elementary and West Avenue Elementary.
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Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A McLennan County Grand jury has handed down a three count indictment against former Connally ISD assistant band directo…
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - Waco police report 27-year-old Shane Albright reported missing July 25th has been found dead. Just after 3:30 PM Thursda…
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Baylor University is mourning the loss of a longtime Hankamer School of Business professor. The university announced …
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