Texas A&M Forest Service has added three new multi-mission aircraft this week, the agency's second major aviation acquisition in recent weeks as the state builds its first dedicated wildfire aviation fleet.The purchase follows the addition of two wildfire suppression......
Robinson police are using Flock camera technology to monitor semi-truck traffic on residential streets and enforce a city ordinance that limits where large trucks can travel.WATCH HERE: Robinson police use Flock cameras to track semi-truck traffic on local streetsThe city......
Two people are in critical condition after a Union Pacific train hit a FedEx van in Hill County, Texas.State troopers say the crash happened just north of Itasca. The train hit the van as it crossed the tracks. Medics rushed the driver and passenger to the hospital.No one else......
LACY LAKEVIEW, Texas (FOX 44) - A number of arrests have been made in connection with an Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle. The Lacy Lakeview Police Department says 17-year-old Treshawn Reid was arrested on Tuesday, in addition to multiple juveniles involved in the......
One year after volunteer firefighter Razor Dobbs scoured the Texas Hill Country for victims of a devastating early morning flood, he stood before an elderly couple reluctant to evacuate their Center Point-area home as rain pounded and thunder crashed.It was around 3 a.m.......
Killeen police say new technology played a major role in helping investigators track down a suspect connected to a homicide in Copperas Cove last week.WATCH the full story here:Last Thursday, Copperas Cove police found a 29-year-old woman suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite.....
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......
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......
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......
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......
Scammers are impersonating the Bell County Sheriff's Office, calling residents and claiming they missed jury duty and must pay a fine or face arrest.Watch Full Story Here: Bell County residents warned about jury duty phone scam targeting local numbersThe Bell County Sheriff's......
Robinson, Tx (FOX44) - Northbound traffic on I-35 in Robinson was disrupted shortly after two o'clock Tuesday morning when a truck tractor caught fire and burned. Robinson volunteer firefighters responded to the fire near the 330A northbound mile marker. The fire was confined to....
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) — In Hewitt, Fire Chief Jonathan Christian has brought about millions of dollars in change, including a new fire engine and a fire station. Coming to the Hewitt Fire Department, Fire Chief Jonathan Christian had a plan. The department was already making......
One man is dead and another is detained following a Saturday evening shooting in Grimes County.The Grimes County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call around 5:12 p.m. Saturday reporting a shooting on Independence Drive in Bedias. Deputies arriving at the scene found one adult......
McGREGOR, Texas (FOX 44) - A suspicious package placed outside of the McGregor Police Department was revealed to have a pressure cooker inside. The McGregor Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the McGregor Police Department at approximately 6:58 a.m. Friday in reference.....
The Bryan Yard Dogs walked off with a 6-5 victory over the Nacogdoches Niners in the bottom of the ninth inning Friday night at Travis Field, securing their 7th consecutive win while kicking off Independence Weekend with fireworks on the field and in the skies. Bryan Yard Dogs......
In legislative hearings after last years July 4 floods, the states emergency management chief made some recommendations to state lawmakers. They included empowering the agency to vet volunteers who show up after disasters and establishing clearer guidelines for local officials......
Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - A masked armed man fled with a large amount of cash but did not have time to spend it after a fried chicken restaurant was robbed Wednesday night in Lacy Lakeview. Lacy Lakeview Police Detective Tyler Ziegler said it was at 8:42 p.m. when a masked man....
Bellmead, Tx (FOX44) - In a strange turn of events where police found the suspect before the offense was reported, a 21 year old man has been charged with assaulting his grandmother. Bellmead police say it happened Monday evening in the Concord Road area in the east part of......
Lieutenant Glenn Bennett with the Belton Police Department accepts the position of Director of Public Safety and future Chief of Police for the City of Starbase, Texas.In his resignation letter to the department and city officials submitted on Sunday, Lt. Bennett said the......
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Law enforcement agencies from all across Texas, including the McLennan County SO, are extending their condolences to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office as they mourn the loss of one of their own, killed in the line of duty early this......
A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy was killed early Sunday while directing traffic at a crash scene on Interstate 45. Deputy Erika Serrato, 24, died after being struck by a commercial truck while working a multi-vehicle drunken driving crash near the Woodlands Parkway......
As we approach the Fourth of July, some of our neighbors are buying fireworks early, regardless of the economy. Americans are expected to spend nearly $3 billion on fireworks this year. We just want to enjoy the day," said Preston Greer. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:This is kinda a......
AUSTIN / McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Some Central Texas law enforcement personnel have received a prestigious award in the Capitol. The Sheriff's Office says the 2026 State of Texas Achievement Awards took place on Friday morning. They sent out a congratulations to......
A single illegally dumped tire turned into a lesson in community accountability after the Burleson County Sheriff's Office gave the person responsible multiple opportunities to make things right before pursuing formal action. Watch the full story here: Burleson County sheriff......
The Calvert Police Department is asking for the public's help after someone slashed tires on several patrol vehicles early Saturday morning. Watch the full story here: Calvert police ask for public's help after patrol vehicles vandalized overnightPolice Chief Cedric Watson said.....
Corpus Christi got welcome news Tuesday when the citys projected water emergency was delayed to September 2027 after recent rains boosted some of the regions reservoirs.The city was initially bracing for a Level 1 emergency the point when water demand is projected to be six......
Bruceville-Eddy, Tx (FOX 44) - A 47-year-old construction company owner has been charged with theft over work not completed at a Bruceville Eddy RV park. Loyed Clayton Yost was arrested by Bruceville Eddy police and booked into the McLennan County Jail Monday night. A complaint.....
The Belton Fire Department is investigating the cause of an early morning house fire that destroyed a home in the 1000 block of Sharon Drive. Five residents escaped the blaze uninjured, but two pets died as the home was declared a total loss.Firefighters received the emergency......
On Tuesday, during the Hill County Commissioners Court, two emergency service district members resigned. Former President of the ESD Gregory Brown and former treasurer Chad Wilson presented their resignation to the commissioners board.Last Thursday, Vice President Jimmy Johnson.....
Temple Mall is temporarily closed after fire inspectors found multiple safety violations, including broken sprinkler systems, malfunctioning fire alarms, damaged exit components and electrical hazards.Watch Full Story Here: Temple Mall closes over fire and safety violationsThe......
A Temple truck driver died Thursday after losing control of his vehicle while avoiding a detached tire on State Highway 36, Texas Department of Public Safety officials said.Jonathan Aaron Thomas, 42, was driving a 2013 Mack truck southeast on SH 36 when he swerved to avoid a......
A deadly shooting in Harker Heights claimed one life Sunday morning after a victim arrived at Seton Hospital around 3:28 a.m.Police believe the shooting occurred in the 700 block of Edwards Drive, though the exact circumstances remain under investigation.Despite life-saving......
LACY LAKEVIEW (FOX 44) -- Lacy Lakeview's Fire Department hosted a "Stop The Bleed" training for children age 7 - 12 on Saturday morning. The training engaged four youth from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday (June 20, 2026), where they learned how to recognize severe bleeding, how to......
For the first time in seven years, Milano has a local ambulance ready to respond when seconds matter most. Watch the full story here: New EMS station in Milano aims to cut emergency response times in Milam CountyMilam County opened a new EMS station in April, located behind the.....
LACY LAKEVIEW, Texas (FOX 44) - An upcoming class is designed to teach children basic life-saving skills in a fun, supportive, and confidence-building environment! The Lacy Lakeview Fire Department is hosting a Stop The Bleed Class for Kids. The event will take place from 8 a.m.....
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - The Hewitt Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. The department announced Thursday morning that K9 Kurek has passed away. Kurek was born on February 5, 2018, and joined Hewitt PD in February 2020. He faithfully served alongside his......
Woodway, TX (FOX 44) - For first responders, every emergency call is different - and some require a specialized approach. Woodway Police officers are now better equipped to assist individuals on the autism spectrum during critical situations. It all started when one memorable......
A single-vehicle crash left one person dead Sunday morning after their car struck a utility pole and caught fire in Temple.Temple police responded to the crash around 7:39 a.m. at West Adams Avenue and Northwest HK Dodgen Loop, where they found the vehicle on fireThe driver was.....
Bellmead, Tx (FOX 44) - An attempt by a Texas DPS trooper to stop a vehicle with a missing headlight Thursday led to a high speed pursuit and multiple near collisions. An arrest affidavit filed when the driver was taken into custody indicated it started in the 100 block of Texas....
BELLMEAD, Texas (FOX 44) - A small kitten has been safely rescued from a storm drain in Bellmead, and has also found a forever home! The Bellmead Police Department says it received a call from a concerned citizen reporting tiny meows coming from inside a storm drain. The kitten.....
McLennan County, Tx (FOX 44) - A motorcyclist was seriously injured and the driver of an SUV that collided with him near the McLennan/Hill County line has been arrested. The Department of Public Safety reports the crash occurred in the southbound lanes of I-35 near the 355 mile.....
Video Credit: West Texas Oilfield Traffic Updates MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- UPDATE: The Texas Department of Public Safety has released new information about the shooting in Midland that happened Friday morning. "This morning, at about 8:00 CST, the Texas Department of Public......
The community of Abbott could soon have two data centers in their neighborhood just a few miles apart. The Abbott Volunteer Fire Department has 20 volunteer firefighters. The department needs over $1M dollars to tackle a data center fire. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:I don't think we......
The Shiro Volunteer Fire Department is planning to relocate and build a new station when its current lease expires in 2029.Watch the full story here: Same mission, new home: Shiro VFD planning to move to new location when their lease ends in 2029The department has land donated......
Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX 44) - Lacy Lakeview police have traced a mystery of who was draining an elderly man's bank account to make purchases through PayPal. A 54-year-old Gholson woman was arrested in the case. The investigation began June 4 when the 73-year-old victim called to.....
McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - The McLennan County Sheriff's Office is wishing one of its K9 officers a Happy Birthday! The Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday morning that K9 Astor is five years old! Whether this four-legged crime fighter is hard at work, training, or......
A 4-year-old child died Tuesday after being found unresponsive in a residential pool, according to the Bryan Police Department.Police responded to the 2300 block of Jaguar Drive around 6 p.m. Tuesday for a report of a missing child. The child was last seen by family members near....
ROBINSON, Texas (FOX 44) - If you are not sure if the people at your door are really with Oncor, it is likely a scam. The Robinson Police Department says it has received reports of solicitors going door to door wearing reflective vests indicating they are with Oncor. There have.....
A stoplight is coming to the intersection of US Highway 77 and State Highway 320 in Lott after the community spent years pushing for the change. The intersection of US Highway 77 and State Highway 320 in Lott saw 20 crashes over a span of two years in 2022 and 2023, prompting......
Bellmead, Tx (FOX 44) - A 20-year-old Bellmead man accused of fighting with police and threatening to kill them and members of his family is now in the McLennan County Jail. Johnny Ramos had been in a hospital initially following the incident June 2. Bellmead Police Chief Shawn.....
BELLMEAD, Texas (FOX 44) - Law enforcement is integral to society by maintaining public safety and fostering community security. There is also a lot to celebrate right now with the Bellmead Police Department! We speak with Chief Shawn Myatt in our interview above....
Fort Carson, Colorado (FOX44) - A Fort Carson official has confirmed that the body of Sgt. Devin A. Seibel who was killed in a training accident in Iraq has been returned to American soil. His dignified transfer took place at Dover Air Force Base. As of Tuesday, Fort Carson......
Train crossings in Bremond are a fact of daily life but for first responders, the minutes spent waiting at the tracks can make a critical difference. The Bremond Volunteer Fire Department recently opened a second fire station on the other side of the railroad tracks, giving......
Temple neighbors are taking to social media to voice concerns about an expanding network of Flock camera systems spotted around the city, but Police Chief Coy Brown says the technology has been a major benefit to the department.Watch the story here: Temple neighbors notice more.....
A fire destroyed the New Tabor Brethren Church in Caldwell two years ago. Now, a new building is taking shape in its place, and church leaders say they are one step closer to reopening their doors. Watch the full story here: New Tabor Brethren Church rebuilding after fire, hopes....
25Newshas confirmed with the Sarpy County Sheriffs Department Adam Dean Hoffman will need to register as a Sex Offender in Nebraska.Deputy Sheriff Adam Arko tells25NewsHoffman was served Friday June 5thand has until Wednesday, June 10thto show up at the Sheriffs Office.While......
Bell County Sheriff's Office signed an agreement with ICE in July 2025 for the warrant officer program to comply with Texas Senate Bill 8 and since then, the number of ICE detainees held at the county jail has dropped significantly.You can watch the full story here: Bell County.....
Robinson, Tx (FOX44) - A man who police said had no knowledge of hitting anything has been charged with intoxication assault after a moped driver was injured in a collision. Robinson police initially arrested 31-year-old Garrett Faulkenberry after a traffic stop for failure to......
The Copperas Cove Police Department is taking a proactive approach to crime prevention with a new door hanger initiative aimed at businesses and residents.Watch the story here: Copperas Cove police launch door hanger program to prevent crime for businesses and neighborsThe......
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