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The Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo is more than a community tradition it's a major source of educational funding for students across the Lone Star State.WATCH HERE: Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo scholarship program has awarded more than $5 million to Texas studentsDustin Coufal,.....
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Activists are speaking out against the planned public execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, arguing the death penalty will give him the martyrdom he seeks while pushing the memories of his victims further from public consciousness.Abraham Bonowitz, executive director of......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A fifty year old man had been killed in a chain reaction accident involving his vehicle and two trucks in Waco Tuesday morning. Waco police report it happened just before 1:00 a.m. Tuesday on the southbound side of I-35 near 12th Street. A Nissan driven by the....
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Standing on a high bank of the Rio Grande, Army Lt. Col. Ray Richards points to a stretch of river that was, until recently, one of the busiest spots for illegal border crossings from Mexico.But on a recent afternoon, the area is quiet. American soldiers gather at a border......
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With the midterm elections less than a month away, some Waco high school seniors are preparing to cast a ballot for the first time.For University High School seniors Dyeon Martinez and Ethan Vera Cruz Riggins, the election is an opportunity to have a voice in decisions that......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A new eight-foot bronze statue honoring Waco firefighters will stand outside of Fire Station #4. According to the City of Waco, the statue was created by sculptor Trevor O’Toole, whose work can also be seen along University Parks Drive. Michael Nichols,......
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Baylor soccer entered the 2026 season aiming to build on last season's success. More than halfway through the season, the Bears have shown they possess the talent to do so. Ranked No. 7 nationally, Baylor holds an impressive 11-2-1 overall......
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By Elliott Nace | Assistant News Editor "Servatores historiae tam heroici quam creatores." That phrase seems like the sort to grace the front of Pat Neff Hall, Baylor's architectural centerpiece, completed in 1939. Baylor, being over 180 years old, seems like the type of campus.....
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Archbishop Timothy Broglio, who oversees the Catholic Churchs pastoral services to Catholics in the U.S. military, is condemning the proposed livestream of the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan.Broglio, in a statement Monday, also stipulated that any Catholic soldier......
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The College Station City Council voted unanimously to draft a Safe Passing Ordinance, known as "Hannah's Law," following the death of local pro boxer Hannah Rapp in July.Watch the full story here: College Station City Council unanimously votes to draft 'Hannah's Law,' a safe......
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After an extensive search, Isaiah Terrells body was found in the pond at Lake Waco Golf Club.Family members and friends searched for Isaiah Terrell, who went missing early Sunday morning.Isaiahs family said he was kind and had a good sense of humor.Crazyhell make you laugh. Hes.....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Everything is better in pairs! Meet this weeks "Pets of the Week" from the Humane Society of Central Texas, Chai and Breve. Chai and Breve are 9 week old Pit mixes just waiting to warm your heart and soul as the fall weather moves into Central Texas. Learn....
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After last year's bond proposal failed at the ballot box, Robinson ISD is trying again with an $81.2 million bond proposal that has sparked heated debate among neighbors online and off.WATCH HERE: Robinson ISD asks voters to approve $81.2M bond after last year's proposal......
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Killeen city leaders are working to find the right regulatory approach for potential data center developments, even as a statewide moratorium has temporarily halted all new data centers from opening.At the most recent council workshop, leaders voted to reverse their earlier......
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Rick Fuentes, a 26-year-old volunteer firefighter with the Buckholts Volunteer Fire Department and science teacher and coach at Lamar Middle School, died in a car accident Sunday afternoon while on his way to respond to a call. Those who knew him said the loss will be felt......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — Baylor University's Bill and Eva Williams Bear Habitat was one of three facilities denied accreditation at the AZA's (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon on September 29, 2026, due to “the rigor of AZA’s standards and......
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Texas A&M volleyball coach Jamie Morrison isn't hiding his disappointment following consecutive losses to Oklahoma and Arkansas, but he remains confident the Aggies can turn their season around. As the defending national champions prepare to host Florida on Friday, Morrison......
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Students at Brook Avenue Elementary School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by dressing as their favorite Hispanic characters and inspirational figures as part of Waco ISD's ongoing festivities.Watch the full story in the video player above....
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The City of Hillsboro is receiving $5 million in federal funding for road upgrades that will support local businesses.Officials said the funding is meant to help distressed communities improve infrastructure and spur economic growth.Watch the story in the video player above....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Update: The Waco Police Department is sad to share that 27-year-old Isaiah Terrell, who was reported missing Sunday morning, was found deceased Mondayafternoon. On October 12, 2026, the Waco Police Department Major Crimes Unit was searching the 5600Block......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – Baylor Athletics will host the largest drone show ever to take place at a college football game when the Bears face rival TCU in the Revivalry this Saturday, October 17 at McLane Stadium. Powered by TFNB Your Bank for Life, the evening’s drone......
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A Buckholts Fire Department firefighter was killed in a rollover crash while responding to a grass fire in Holland, Texas, on Sunday.The Texas Department of Public Safety says troopers responded to the crash near the 7300 block of FM 437 around 2:30 p.m., which involved a single....
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A multi-vehicle crash shut down a portion of Highway 6 near Hearne Monday morning, the Robertson County Sheriff's Office says.The collision occurred south of Hearne, near the Travel Center, according to officials.There is no word yet on the extent of injuries or what led to the.....
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Federal agents on Monday searched the home of Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, a frequent target of Trump administration criticism, as part of a criminal investigation, according to two people familiar with the matter.The search was conducted by Homeland Security Investigations.....
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As shoppers begin stocking up for the holidays, gift cards remain one of the most popular options. They're easy to buy, easy to give, and usually appreciated.But consumer experts say there's one big risk many people don't think about: what happens if the business closes before......
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The Houston Texans got a big win on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans and then received even bigger news in the aftermath the offense has added wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in a trade with the Arizona Cardinals.The Texans also received a 2027 seventh-round draft pick in......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor The oldest rivalry in Texas is back for the 122nd edition on Saturday night. But what's even better than that? Volleyball and soccer will also take on the Horned Frogs this weekend. The oldest rivalry in Texas returns to Waco While Baylor could......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor volleyball has played with its hair on fire since falling out of the top-25 last week, and freshman outside hitter Nadiya Johnson and sophomore outside hitter Ksenia Rakhmanchik were leading the charge back into the top 25 against......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Senior midfielder Theresa McCullough battled her way downfield with under 15 minutes left to play in a 2-2 match. After being held for part of her run, she broke free with an open look at the goal. McCullough ripped off a shot from outside the......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- You want to ride in a Lamborghini -- that famous sports car? You can, in a way -- at the Heart of Texas Fair & Rodeo. There's a ride on the Fair's midway called the "swingride" that's manufactured and designed by the same company that manufactures the famous......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- Recent rains and cooler temperatures have significantly lowered the dangers of wildfires, but there are still several Central Texas and Brazos Valley counties still under established outdoor burn bans. The Texas A&M Forest Service latest outdoor burn ban map......
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KILLEEN, Texas The Killeen City Council has approved Dr. Marie Peoples as its new city manager. Still, her selection is already drawing scrutiny over controversies tied to her previous government roles.The city manager position is the most powerful administrative job in Killeen,....
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Over a dozen playhouses were built over the weekend for local children as part of the 7th Annual Project Playhouse Blitz Build.Saturdays event was hosted by the Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity and held on Atkinson Avenue in Killeen.In all, 18 custom playhouses were created......
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WACO (FOX 44) -- You'll notice you're not paying as much to gas up your vehicle as your plan for the week ahead. Triple-A Texas reports that the average prices for a gallon of regular unleaded eased downward both nationally and statewide -- with the statewide average on Sunday......
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Baylor Universitys Bill and Eva Williams Bear Habitat lost its accreditation with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, according to a recent announcement.On Sept. 29, the AZA announced 30 facilities had received accreditation, but Baylor Universitys habitat was one of three......
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With an estimated 200,000 people expected to pass through the Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo, organizers say safety is a top priority and they're backing that up with hundreds of first responders on the grounds every day.Sgt. Charles Conner, chief security officer for the HOT Fair.....
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The Waco City Council is discussing the possibility of installing a safe haven baby box a secure, anonymous way for parents to surrender their newborns.Andrea Zimmerman, with the Families and Foster Care Coalition, spoke during Tuesday's city council meeting, urging council......
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ROBINSON, Texas (FOX 44) - A retired Texas Ranger sergeant out of Central Texas has passed away. According to the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, 89-year-old James Esten Ray, Sr., of Robinson, passed away on Thursday. His time of service with the Texas Rangers lasted from.....
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On Thursday, during a West City Council meeting, a shift took place, leaving the city with a new mayor, city manager, and new leadership.Everything that theyve done, Ive got confidence that it will be good for our town," said Bryan Anderson, owner of Gerik's Bakery.Matt Miller......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - An inmate at the Jack Harwell Detention Center has been sexually assaulted. Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Jake Burson tells FOX 44 News that the assault occurred on Sunday, October 4. An inmate made an outcry of the sexual assault on Wednesday, while......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — Waco Police Department's Faith and Blue Weekend is underway, and Friday saw them distributing free food. Wacoans were able to enjoy free BBQ thanks to Friday's lunch with a cop event. The Hands and Feet food ministry at Calvary Chapel was handing out the......
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A youth baseball team arrived at Manley Park in Navasota for practice Monday, only to find the gates locked and access denied.Watch the full story here: Navasota youth baseball team locked out of Manley Park fields, volunteers question city's involvement The team, made up......
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A Waco Independent School District employee was notified that Frontline Education experienced a data security incident on August 14, which exposed district employee and job applicant information.The information exposed included employee and job applicant social security numbers,....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Hundreds of people will come together at Waco's Legend's Crossing for a common goal — to end Alzheimer’s. The Waco Walk to End Alzheimer's will take place this Saturday, October 10, at 5100 Crosslake Parkway. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with a special......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – Here's your chance to experience an adult Halloween party atmosphere while helping a great cause! The Arc of McLennan County is hosting its annual “Boos On The Brazos” at the Lee Lockwood Library and Museum this Saturday! Proceeds from this signature......
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Texas A&M University-Central Texas is celebrating a major step toward future growth with the opening of its new CORE Building in Killeen.The 34,000-square-foot facility will serve as the operational hub for campus utilities, safety, emergency operations, and infrastructure......
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Three people are dead following a crash on State Highway 105 Thursday night.According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened just before 5:30 p.m. on the 105 west of the Brazos River.Authorities said a Chevrolet Impala was traveling west when a Chevrolet......
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By Cannon Fritz | Reporter When legendary head coach Mike McGraw announced his retirement after 28 years in college golf and 11 with Baylor, it seemed like a tall task to find someone with as close ties to the sport. When Baylor men's golf named Jean-Paul Hebert as the next head....
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer No. 7 Baylor soccer felt pressure for the first time in over a month, trailing by two goals at halftime to No. 24 Colorado The Bears didn't want to go down without a fight. They started to find offensive rhythm in the 67th minute, but the......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor volleyball needed a win. A 1-3 start in conference made this a rather desperate road game for the Bears, but they came out relaxed, dominant on the attack and got aced just one time Thursday night. Baylor (10-5, 2-3 Big 12) traveled to......
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Fall Break is here and if you here are too, consider attending some of these upcoming events as your reward for making it this far into the semester. Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo | Oct. 9-15 | Times vary | Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque......
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor The storms from last week rained on many a parade here in Waco, but they also rained on a certain festival in Austin. Fortunately, this weekend is forecasted to be completely dry. For those unfamiliar, Austin City Limits is a three-day......
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer For some Baylor students, a $3,000 scholarship can mean the difference between staying at the university and leaving it. Student Foundation members hear stories like these at their meetings as they work year-round to raise scholarship funds,......
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By Anne Wall | Reporter People often discard hair once it falls out, but artist Rosemary Meza-DesPlas has found another use for it. Students can view "Aquí, Escuchar," an exhibit by visual artist Rosemary Meza-DesPlas, for free at the Martin Museum of Art through Nov. 7. The......
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By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer Ross Perot Jr., chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's board of directors, announced the organization's endorsement of Rep. Pete Sessions in the upcoming November election Thursday at the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce's State of the......
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With roughly two-thirds of its roster made up of newcomers, Texas A&M baseball is using the fall season to establish its identity, build relationships and prepare for the challenges ahead.For head coach Michael Earley, that process begins with getting his players on the field,......
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Texas A&M is preparing for a challenging SEC match up against Missouri after the Tigers delivered an impressive statement victory over Florida. Aggies prepare for MissouriMissouri dominated the Gators 45-17, showcasing its strength on both sides of the ball. The Tigers defensive....
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97 dogs from Dogtown Ranch Sanctuary in Milam County were signed over to Brandywine Valley SPCA following an investigation into severe neglect and the arrest of the facility's owner.Watch the full story here: Rescued from the rescue: Milam County Dogtown dogs get a new start "We....
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Rising diesel prices are squeezing local restaurants, and one Waco bakery owner says the pressure is unlike anything he's seen in more than two decades of business.WATCH HERE: Rising diesel prices are squeezing local restaurants, and a McLennan County bakery owner says it's......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A breast cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. But for one Waco woman, catching the disease early gave her something precious — more time with the family she loves. I meet with this survivor - whose strength is rooted in a lifelong......
