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Drivers impacted by suspected contaminated fuel at a Waco Raceway say they’re still dealing with repair costs and waiting for reimbursement as the state investigates complaints.
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CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - If you know someone in McLennan, Bell, Coryell, or Falls County who could use a helping hand with home improvements or repairs, you can nominate them for the Love Thy Neighbor home improvement giveaway program! Gage Construction is giving back, and...
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This coverage is made possible through Votebeat, a nonpartisan news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Sign up for Votebeat Texas free newsletters here.Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson's unexpected departure only a few months before the...
Argentina defeated Honduras 2-0 in a Road to 26 friendly match at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, drawing a crowd of more than 90,000 fans from around the world. World Cup Friendly at Kyle FieldThe stadium, typically filled with maroon and white on football Saturdays,...
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First Brew Coffee House opens in North Zulch, giving students real-world work experienceWatch the full story here: Something's brewing: North Zulch church opens a new coffee house and partners with high school CTE programFirst Brew Coffee House has opened in North Zulch,...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Trade schools have been seeing major growth over the last year - over traditional four-year institutions. We spoke with TSTC Waco, who shared more about why trade school education might be a path to consider. You can watch our interview above.
Downtown Waco small business owners say summer brings steep revenue drops and that surviving the slow season requires months of advance planning.Watch the full story here: Waco small business owners brace for summer slump as students leave townWith school out and summer break...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) -- Rain or shine, Robert Griffin III's sixth edition of his Football Academy went off without a hitch on Saturday. "It makes you feel like you're doing something bigger than yourself and being a part of something bigger than yourself," RGIII said. "That's...
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Despite the weather, student-athletes and campers arrived at Baylor for RG3's camp.The attendees ran drills ran by Baylor football's coaching staff. For RG3, he's seen Waco grow and one thing that he loves is how connected the city has become."This all started way back when they...
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...
Better World Properties asked a court to step in while the company continues working with the city to keep the complex open. A hearing is set for June 25, but the company hopes to reach an agreement with the city before then. Watch the full story here: Court order pauses Canyon...
WACO (FOX 44) - Your health — front and center — and the concern centers around Fatty Liver Disease. Many of us are at risk, but there is help through a yearly campaign called "Global Fatty Liver Day," which is coming up on June 11, 2026. Jonatan Garcia, Senior Manager &...
WACO (FOX 44) - It was a sweet experience for the hundreds who gathered at the Downtown Waco Farmers Market on Saturday (June 6, 2026) for the first-ever Peach Festival. Local farmers and food makers bring their best summer harvest to the heart of Waco, and some even had...
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Robinson baseball secured its first-ever state title with a 3-1 victory over Brock in the 4A D2 state championship.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed a second case of New World screwworm in Zavala County on Friday, just hours after Gov. Greg Abbott expanded a statewide disaster declaration in response to the screwworms arrival in Texas.The second case was found in a one-month-old...
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Andrew Palomo has called World Cup matches and Olympic events, but nothing quite compares to what awaits him Friday night at Kyle Field. Fernando Palomo FeatureThe ESPN broadcaster and Texas A&M alumnus will call the friendly match between Honduras and Argentina from the booth...
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It all comes down to this. Robinson baseball taking on Brock with the State Championship on the line.The game was originally scheduled for noon but weather delays caused it to be pushed to 2 p.m.When the game started, Robinson would be the first to get on the board to take a 1-0...
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Robinson, Tx (FOX 44) - 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...
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...
A data center developer has expressed interest in building a new facility in McLennan County Precinct 2, near Riesel.In response to resident's concerns,25 News'Bella Popadiuk reached out to Cipher Digital about development plans via email. Below are responses from the company.Q:...
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A flesh-eating parasite has crossed into South Texas, but local ranchers say they have been preparing for this moment for more than a year.A case of the New World screwworm was found in a calf near the U.S.-Mexico border the first confirmed case in Texas since 1966. The parasite...
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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