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Frustration over economy, foreign policy triggers Democratic sweep in Texas
Democrats claimed historic victories across Texas on Tuesday night, winning the races for governor, lieutenant governor and U.S. Senate in what political observers are calling a seismic shift for the traditionally Republican state.WATCH HERE: 'A weight has been lifted': Hope,......
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Baylor returns home for homecoming showdown with Iowa State after dominant win in Klanderman debut
One week after interim head coach Joe Klanderman promised to bring a new jolt of energy to Baylor football, the Bears delivered. Baylor opened the Klanderman era with a dominant 41-9 road win over UCF, with the offense coming alive and the defense turning in one of its best......
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Gina Hinojosa makes history as first Latina governor-elect in Texas after 30-year drought
Gina Hinojosa has made history as the first Latina governor-elect of Texas, breaking a 30-year drought for Democrats, women and Latinos in the state.Hinojosa will be sworn in and take office Jan. 19, 2027.WATCH HERE: Gina Hinojosa makes history as first Latina governor-elect in.....
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Bell County grand jury indicts man on capital murder charge in killing of Salado teen
A Bell County grand jury has indicted Colton Carter on a capital murder charge in the death of 18-year-old Ember Henry of Salado.The suspect is now charged with capital murder in the teenager's death.Investigators say Henry was killed during an armed robbery in Temple in......
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Bell County shatters records with more than 100,000 voters casting ballots in 2026 midterm election
Bell County neighbors turned out in record numbers for the 2026 midterm election, making it the third-largest election in the county's history.More than 100,000 voters cast their ballots in the county, according to the elections office."Between early voting and election night,......
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Bell County couple turns the tables on scammers posing as sheriff's officials in jury duty extortion plot
SALADO, Texas A new phone scam targeting Central Texas residents is using high-pressure tactics and "borrowed" identities, claiming victims have missed jury duty and demanding immediate payment to avoid arrest.However, one local couple recently turned the tables on the......
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Bellmead losing second police chief in two months
Bellmead, Tx (FOX44) - The man appointed interim police chief in Bellmead will be leaving after only a month and before a full time replacement has been chosen. Bellmead City Manager Yost Zakhary said Interim Chief Correy Harrison will be leaving the city to accept the position.....
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Woman held after kids found wandering in the street
Bellmead, Tx (FOX44) - A 33-year-old Bellmead woman is facing six felony charges after her children, including a diaper-wearing toddler, were found wandering in a street. An arrest affidavit stated that Bellmead officers had been dispatched to the 1000 block of Ashleman Street......
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Adapting into action to overcome life's challenges
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - In life, we're constantly faced with hurdles that force you to either lay down or adapt. Waco Adapt and the Fearless Ventures Foundation exemplify the mentality to overcome life's challenges. You can watch our interview above....
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Beyond the Pain: How to prevent migraines and headaches
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 Dr. Gregory Parks, neurologist at Baylor Scott White Hillcrest, about migraine awareness in.....
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Murder indictment in Waco Summer Avenue shooting
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A McLennan County Grand Jury has indicted 43 year old Michael Alvin Calhoun on a murder charge in the August shooting death of Yotanca Calhoun. The victim was the suspect's cousin. Michael Calhoun has remained in the McLennan County Jail in lieu of $1,000,000.....
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McDonald’s rolls out new value menu items as sales decline
McDonald's plans to introduce new value-oriented meal bundles early next year after a disappointing third quarter that saw lower traffic at U.S. restaurants.McDonald's Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski said Wednesday that the company recently began an eight-week test of......