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Watch the full story here: Grant funds Madisonville's major street and drainage repair project targeting the city's worst roadsMadisonville has launched a grant-funded street and drainage repair project targeting 5 of the city's worst roads, with work already underway.The city......
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After covering a recent story at China Spring ISD where a student created AI-generated explicit photos of other students, many parents were left with questions about what happens next. One lawyer said that when something like this happens, parents have more power than they......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A Waco-area woman was arrested on Friday, October 2, 2026, and charged with committing Injury to a Child after assaulting a student at Tennyson Middle School. According to the Waco ISD Police arrest affidavit, officers were dispatched to a disturbance at......
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A Nolanville museum is among several local businesses partnering with a nonprofit to host weekly, sensory-friendly outings for families raising children with disabilities in Bell County.The Texas All Abilities Network partners with local businesses to host the outings, which are....
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To someone passing by, Mi Casita Mexican Food Restaurant might look like your typical hole-in-the-wall spot. But for the regulars who pull up a chair there every single day, it's means so much more.WATCH HERE: Hewitt restaurant becomes a second home for a neighbor living with......
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The City of Grand Prairie is inviting residents to meet the three finalists vying to become the next chief of the Grand Prairie Fire Department.The search comes as Fire Chief Robert Fite prepares to retire later this year after 14 years of service to the community. Following his....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Recent moderate and heavy rains in both Central Texas & The Brazos Valley have significantly lowered the wildfire danger, and the latest Texas A&M Forest Service outdoor burn ban map shows it. The latest Texas A&M Forest Service Outdoor Burn Ban Map shows.....
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A recall has been expanded for frozen organic blueberries and berry blends sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's.The recall, which was initially announced in July and expanded again in early September, includes select lots of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend (10 oz.), Great......
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Advocates with the Texas Coalition Against Data Centers delivered petitions to Lacy Lakeview City Hall to remove three elected officials from office, in an effort to block a proposed data center development from coming to the community.WATCH HERE: Petition to recall Lacy......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - If you want to vote in the November 3 Midterm Election, you'll need to be sure you're registered by Monday, October 5. VoteTexas.gov has a frequently asked questions page that can help guide you if you still need to register to vote....
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Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A 58-year-old man was killed when he was struck while crossing the I-35 access road near downtown Waco early Monday morning. Police were notified of the crash at 4:09 a.m. and responded to the location on the northbound service road near Martin Luther King,......
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A pedestrian was killed in a crash early Monday morning near I-35 and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.Waco Police Department officials say the collision happened just after 4 a.m.The pedestrian, only identified as a 58-year-old man, was reportedly crossing the service road of......
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Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert has died at age 84.The Kendall County coroner confirmed Hastert died of natural causes at his Illinois home over the weekend.Hastert served as speaker of the House from 1999 to 2007, becoming the longest-serving Republican speaker in U.S.......
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President Trump announced that more than 20 million seniors on Medicare will soon receive a direct deposit of nearly $100, drawing Democratic criticism and questions about whether the payments made without congressional approval are legal."I am pleased to announce over 20......
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The holiday shopping season is getting an earlier start than ever.Walmart has already kicked off its major October sale, while Amazon and Target are rolling out competing sales events this week, setting the stage for weeks of holiday discounts and price battles.But these sales......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor While football came into the weekend 3-1, there were still enough inconsistencies for people to have their doubts about the team. The Bears doused those claims with one of the most dominant conference wins in the Dave Aranda Era to highlight this....
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer No. 21 Baylor volleyball could not find an edge over No. 24 Colorado throughout the first two sets Sunday afternoon. The Buffaloes took care of business to hold a commanding two-set advantage. The Bears took their first lead of the match with a.....
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Marlin Police, Fire and EMS have consolidated emergency dispatch services with the Falls County Sheriff's Office in a move officials say will significantly cut response times.WATCH HERE: Marlin consolidates emergency dispatch services, expected to cut response times by up to 3......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- If you love music and you love history, a special event is coming to Waco on October 17 -- and it's free of charge. The event is called "Meet The Masters" and will happen at the Texas Music Cafe in Waco on October 17 at 7 p.m. with the doors opening [...]...
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Russian authorities are responding to an incident in which a suspected dangerous infection was released as a result of a laboratory accident in Siberia and a researcher died.The incident occurred at the Anti-Plague Research Institute in Shelekhov, near Irkutsk, according to......
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Against Colorado last Saturday, Baylor's offense looked questionable in its 23-13 win. A shaky run game and missed opportunities kept the Bears from running away with the game. The offense continued to show its inability to put together a......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Head coach Dave Aranda said earlier in the week that Baylor needed more explosives, especially in the run game that averaged 3.7 yards per carry through the first four weeks. The Bears took that to heart. Freshman running back Ryelan Morris went.....
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Jack Pearadin is the first to admit that his diamond-hunting hobby hasn't paid off, despite sifting rocks for more than a dozen years.But earlier this year, the Navy reservist and his friend shoveled a six-carat diamond from a field in Arkansas where he's.....
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TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) DJ Lagway threw for 306 yards and four touchdowns to lead Baylor to a 55-19 rout of Arizona State on Saturday night.Lagway also ran for an 11-yard score for the Bears, who have won four in a row. Baylor outgained Arizona State 564 total yards to 409.We had some....
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Texas A&M needed a response. Aggies defeat Arkansas 34-7After back-to-back losses, the Aggies returned to Kyle Field with a clear objective: become the more physical football team.They did exactly that.Texas A&M dominated the Arkansas Razorbacks 34-7 Saturday night, leaning on a....
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer, Owen Carson | LTVN Broadcast Reporter Rain fell over Waco Saturday morning as Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton and his supporters gathered for a campaign event downtown at The Palladium. Paxton, Texas' attorney general, has focused on.....
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WACO (FOX 44) -- September 2026 was a month of scorching heat -- heat that aided in a rash of wildfires across Central Texas. Now that October is here and along with it is some rain to greatly reduce the risk of wildfires, Texas A&M Forest Service Public Information Officer......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- Texas U.S. Senate GOP candidate and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton paid a visit to Central Texas on Saturday (10/3/26) that drew hundreds to downtown Waco. Mr. Paxton's Texas Promise Tour called The Palladium in Waco home on late Saturday morning into early......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- About two dozen American Red Cross volunteers ventured out into the community to save lives -- through smoke alarms. Volunteers and community partners will be offered free smoke alarm installations for Waco residents in need during their Sound the Alarm home......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- It's an annual event that draws some of the most talented youth to help celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at the Hispanic Leaders Network Pequenos Gigantes Little Giants Talent Show. People gathered at the Mayborn Museum Complex in Waco from 11:30 a.m......
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Texas' newest state park is now open, giving outdoor enthusiasts their first chance to explore more than 3,000 acres of rugged Central Texas landscape along the Colorado River.WATCH the full story here: Post Oak Ridge State Park now open in Lampasas CountyPost Oak Ridge Texas'......
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The Waco Fire Department rescued a driver after an 18-wheeler crashed and was hanging over the bridge in the area of I-35 North in Elm Mott.Officials say the driver was unable to exit and the truck was leaking fuel. About an hour later, the driver was safely rescued and no......
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By Addison Gernenz | Copy Editor Baylor Theatre dazzles in their performance of "Sense & Sensibility," selling out the performance for a fourth straight night. "Sense & Sensibility" is a play written by Kate Hamill, based on the classic novel by Jane Austen and directed by......
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Swoon-worthy, sultry, sweet beats filled Foster Pavilion Friday night. Rising country star and Midland native Braxton Keith and opener Cassidy Daniels brought vocals both bright and deep to the venue. Daniels strolled on stage with a tasseled.....
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Rain poured down over Betty Lou Mays Field. But it wasn't the only thing pouring down on Kansas as No. 9 Baylor soccer racked up three goals on the stormy night. Senior midfielder Aryanna Jimison scored two goals from outside the box to help......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor A sea of green and gold overalls covered an overflowing student section. That sea rocked the Ferrell Center crowd as it showed why it is one of the most formidable home courts in the nation. No. 21 Baylor volleyball (9-4, 1-2 Big 12) took care of....
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A local tool and home store was burglarized early Friday morning, with two suspects stealing $2,000 worth of tools, according to co-owner Sally Regian.Surveillance video captured two men reversing into the parking lot of Regian Tool and Home around 3:40 a.m. One suspect broke......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Two search warrants in Waco and one in Bellmead served Thursday resulted in three arrests on drug charges and two others on unrelated warrants. The McLennan County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit with the assistance of the Waco Police Department Drug......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Update: Due to the threat of inclement weather, tomorrow's Hispanic Heritage Month Walking Tour has been rescheduled for next Saturday, October 10, 2026. For more information or to RSVP, visit libcal.baylor.edu. Waco's history isn't just something you can.....
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A federal jury in Waco has convicted a former Fort Hood soldier on nine counts related to sexual abuse and exploitation of two minor age children. Evidence presented at trial has accused 30-year-old Jordan Anthony Pearce of sexually abusing a minor female at......
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Waco, Texas (FOX 44) - Home fires take seven lives each day in the U.S., most often in homes without working smoke alarms. That's why the American Red Cross is returning to Waco on Saturday, October 3, 2026. American Red Cross volunteers and community partners will be offering......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - In the Heart of Texas region, there are over 700 teenagers experiencing homelessness. Many do not have access to the resources they need in order to thrive. The Cove Executive Director Tim Packer paid a visit to our studio to share more about the......
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By Claire Marie Scott | Executive Producer, Aiden Richmond | Managing EditorThis week on Lariat TV News, we take you to Waco Hall where Zeta Tau Alpha hosted Big Man on Campus.Plus we feature a new faith based coffee shop in Waco.And we showcase how softball is preparing for its....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The annual Ironman 70.3 Waco event is set to return this weekend, which also means traffic will be impacted. The event will take place this Sunday, October 4, at Indian Spring Park, and will attract approximately 7,500 athletes and spectators. Set-up,......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor men's tennis had a shot at glory last season. A strong fall flooded into a dominant spring. The Bears finished the season 25-10, making a run in the NCAA Tournament before No. 1 Texas halted their momentum in the quarterfinals. A new......
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By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer For many Waco residents, finding an affordable place to live is becoming increasingly difficult as housing prices rise faster than incomes and the supply of affordable homes remains limited. In an article published in June 2025, MeridianLink......
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By Giselle Lee | Staff Writer Nationally observed from Sep. 15 to Oct. 15, Baylor's adoption of Hispanic Heritage Month aims to highlight multicultural student organizations celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and LatinX communities. According to......
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer The Baylor women's tennis team enters the 2026 season looking to finish what they couldn't last year. The Bears finished 14-10, with an 8-5 record in the Big 12, placing them eighth in the conference. They lost to TCU in the Big 12 tournament but....
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Perhaps I should not have wished this change in weather upon us, but at least it's cooler. If the weather feels too dreary, here are some fun indoor events to fill the next few days. Sense & Sensibility | Oct. 1-4 | Times vary | Mabee Theatre,....
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By Reagan Hunter | Reporter Baylor physics professor Dr. Kenichi Hatakeyama spends his time searching for answers to some of the biggest questions about the universe. Outside the lab, he trades particle detectors for a shinai, the bamboo sword used in the Japanese martial art of....
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Topgolf is making its way to McLane Stadium from Oct. 29 through Nov. 1 as the first Big 12 stop of the Stadium Series. Joining forces with Baylor football and its NIL efforts, fans can get the Topgolf experience with exclusive VIP opportunities.....
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By Cannon Fritz | Reporter It is evident that there is a shift when No. 21 Baylor volleyball plays on the road and at home. Since the start of last season, the Bears are 14-2 competing in front of the home crowd but fall to 6-11 in away matches. Baylor (8-4) is coming off a......
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By Giselle Lee | Staff Writer A former Cornell University student filed a lawsuit in September alleging that seven men sexually assaulted her in 2024 at the Chi Phi fraternity house in Ithaca, New York. Prosecutors have reopened the investigation, according to a report by The......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For one young mother, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is deeply personal. A genetic test revealed she was at high risk for breast cancer - and after a frightening mammogram and biopsy, she made a life-changing decision. I spoke with this woman, who says that....
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Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - A 36-year-old man is facing third degree felony charges after Lacy Lakeview police arrested him on charges of grooming a child. Under Texas law, grooming means knowingly persuading, inducing, enticing ( or attempting to do so) a child younger than 18.....
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McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Preparing for hurricanes is essential in saving lives, protecting your property and surviving prolonged power and supply outages. McLennan County Emergency Management Coordinator Ryan Dirker shares how we can be well-prepared for hurricane......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Waco Police Department has made a second arrest in connection with a 2025 homicide case. The department announced on Thursday morning that 20-year-old Kevien Daniels was arrested in Norfolk, Virginia, and has been charged with Murder. Daniels was then.....
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A 40-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday on suspicion of plotting to attack the Texas Capitol, authorities said.The Texas Department of Public Safety said in a statement that it received credible information about an individual planning a violent attack" for Thursday in......
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After trying college, Otavius Jackson decided a different path was right for him. The self-described "engineer nerd" has always loved math, and when he learned about aviation maintenance, the field immediately caught his attention."I love math. So aviation, aeronautics,......
