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Large Grass Fire Breaks out in Lorena
LORENA, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE 4:40pm: Evacuations are in place on Spring Valley Road from Tower Road to FM107. A large grass fire has broken out in Lorena according to the Lorena Fire Department. Many residents say the smoke can be seen for miles. The fire has been named the......
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Bell County investigators dig into cause of deadly Moffat fire and I-35 tire fire
One person is dead after a fire destroyed a mobile home and several other structures in Moffat, while a separate commercial vehicle fire shut down Interstate 35 for seven hours earlier the same day. The cause of each has not been released.The Bell County Sheriff's Office held a.....
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Texas A&M volleyball coach reflects on non-conference growth ahead of final tune-up before SEC play
Texas A&M volleyball coach Jamie Morrison said he is proud of the growth his team has shown throughout the non-conference schedule and believes the program is well-positioned heading into conference play."Overall just happy with the progress of our team, and I think just the way....
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Texas A&M women's basketball coach Joni Taylor previews the 2026-27 season
Texas A&M women's basketball coach Joni Taylor is entering the new season with an overhauled roster, adding 4 transfers and 2 freshmen while leaning on returning players to help lead a guard-heavy team with SEC experience and championship expectations.Taylor said the program......
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Advocacy Center raises over $60K with Designer Purse Bingo
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children marked another successful fundraiser Sunday afternoon, September 20, 2026. The Center raised $61,000 at their annual Designer Purse Bingo event. Funds raised will help the organization provide support and.....
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The Salvation Army's Angel Tree Letters available today
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Christmas season will be here before you know it and the Salvation Army of Waco is already gearing up for the Angel Tree Program. The Salvation Army of Waco will serve 1,000 children this Christmas through the annual Angel Tree program, and the first......
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Paramount reportedly reaches deal to settle case challenging Warner buyout
Skydance-owned Paramount reached a settlement Monday with a group of state attorneys general that had sued to challenge the companys buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery, effectively paving the way for the mega merger to move forward, a person familiar with the matter told the......
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Diesel prices hit record high as fuel costs continue to climb
Diesel prices are now at the highest level ever recorded in the United States.The national average hit a record $6.51 per gallon today. Prices rose 3.9% from July to August alone.That's up more than 73% since the Iran war began, and this is not just a problem for truckers.......
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September is 'Suicide Prevention Month'
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - September is 'Suicide Prevention Month,' and the perfect time to remind ourselves that talking about mental health can save lives. Katherine Clendennen from the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network spoke with FOX 44's MG Montemayor about warning signs,....
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CNN, MS NOW, Politico sue over denied White House access
CNN, MS NOW and Politico on Monday sued President Donald Trumps administration after they were barred from covering the White House over the weekend, saying the selective ban was a blatant violation of the First Amendment.In their lawsuit, the news outlets said the Constitution.....
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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man Sunday afternoon in Austin, Texas, local authorities said, and anti-ICE protesters quickly gathered at the scene.The man was in serious but stable condition at a hospital after being shot once in the torso....
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Bennett shines in Week 3 victory, No. 12 soccer ties in top-15 clash
By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Baylor went undefeated across the board this week with some highlight-reel performances and ranked matchups. Let's get the rundown. Bennett shines in win over LA Tech Junior quarterback made his second straight start for Baylor after junior DJ......