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Recent rainfall may be providing relief from the heat, but it's also creating the perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes across the area. Mosquitoes breed in standing water Recent rain and warm temperatures have created ideal conditions for mosquitoesBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Recent...
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — UPDATE: Former Catholic priest Anthony Odiong has been found guilty on all counts. The jury found him guilty of one count of Sexual Assault and one count of Bigamy against Jane Doe and two counts of Sexual Assault against Mary Doe. The punishment phase...
Former Waco priest Anthony Odiong was found guilty on all charges by a McLennan County jury.
Former Waco priest Anthony Odiong has been found guilty on three counts of sexual assault in McLennan County.
The Bears will square off against Big 10 opponent Maryland for the first time since 1956.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Community Paint Day event, organized by Creative Waco, took place from 10 a.m. to noon today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the Brookview Hills neighborhood of town. This free, family-friendly event gave community members a chance to leave their artistic...
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - If you know someone in McLennan, Bell, Coryell, or Falls Counties 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...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Scouts from Troop 308 of Waco accepted worn-out American flags earlier today, Saturday, May 30, 2026, and retired them in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code and Scouting America tradition. Dressed in full Scout attire, there were about 10–12 Scouts on hand...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Getting yourself or your business known in the age of the internet is atop of many personal and business lists to succeed, and the pace of changing technology can be a challenge. In a conversation with Fox 44's Vince Erickson, the founder and CEO of Rule...
Chef Bang's journey from poverty in Thailand to a Thai restaurant in Waco is entering a new chapter as he and his wife prepare to open their first brick-and-mortar.
Texas A&M defeated Texas State 17-2 in an NCAA tournament regional game, powered by a dominant pitching performance from Weston Moss and a 20-hit offensive attack that broke the game open with a 5-run sixth inning and a 7-run eighth.Moss, who started on the mound for the Aggies,...
Lacy Lakeview, a Waco suburb, said it is considering a data center project in efforts to boost their spending power to repair aging roads.
Recent rainfall may be providing relief from the heat, but it's also creating the perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes across the area. Mosquitoes breed in standing water Recent rain and warm temperatures have created ideal conditions for mosquitoesBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Recent...
WOODWAY (FOX 44) -- Hundreds of Central Texans converged upon Woodway for "Arbo Fest 2026" at the Carleen Bright Arboretum on Saturday (May 30, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors from all over Central Texas enjoyed dozens of vendor booths, arts & crafts, numerous activities...
The El Paso tent camp has seen at least three detainee deaths, a measles outbreak and nearly 50 detention standards violations in less than a year of operation.
Texas A&M and Texas State meet at Blue Bell Park with a College Station Regional final berth on the line. The winner advances to the next round of the tournament. Aggie Regional Game 2 PreviewThe Bobcats cannot be overlooked. Texas State beat USC 5-4 and beat the Aggies earlier...
Robinson Baseball defeated Wimberley in Game 3 of the State Semifinals to earn their spot in the state championship.
Wimberley evened the series against Robinson in Game 2 of the State Semifinal, forcing a Game 3.
Cameron Park Zoo is entering a new era following the death of Tembo the elephant, who died of old age in December, marking the end of the zoo's elephant program.Watch the full story here: Cameron Park Zoo reimagines its future after the death of beloved elephant TemboZoo...
Midway softball falls short of being crowned back-to-back champions.Watch full story here: Jonesboro softball three-peats; Midway softball's comeback falls shortIt was a tough game in the beginning as no one could score. The Pantherettes would find themselves down 4-0 after...
WOODWAY (FOX 44) -- Hundreds of Central Texans converged upon Woodway for "Arbo Fest 2026" at the Carleen Bright Arboretum on Saturday (May 30, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors from all over Central Texas enjoyed dozens of vendor booths, arts & crafts, numerous activities...
Visitors at Brian Bachmann Community Park in College Station are dealing with locked restrooms after a string of vandalism forced city officials to close them until further notice.Watch the full story here: Brian Bachmann Park restrooms locked after fire-related vandalism...
GEORGETOWN, Texas (FOX 44) -- With a runner on third and no outs, chants of 'Eddie' rained down on Eagle Field as Eddie Villareal got the Rockets out the jam and sent the Rockets to the state championship for the first time since 2017 with a 1-0 win in game three over Wimberley...
Nicole "Nikki" Winder, 53, has been missing since February, and community members in Brazos County are refusing to let her case go cold.Watch the full story here: Community walk planned in Brazos County to keep search for missing Nicole Winder aliveOn Sunday, residents will...
WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: We asked Central Texans to roll up their sleeves and make a difference in the lives of others, and the results are in! We at FOX 44 once again teamed up with Carter BloodCare for the "Score for Life" Blood Drive. The event was held from 7:30...
The Lady Eagles are once again state champions.Jonesboro got off to a very slow start as Brookeland scored five runs in the bottom of the second.They would climb back by scoring three in the third and eventually taking the 6-5 lead in the seventh inning.The three peat is...
Texas A&M baseball erased a 5-run deficit to defeat Lamar 7-5, advancing to the winner's side of the regional bracket. Aggie Baseball Regional OpenerThe Aggies trailed 5-0 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning before the offense came alive. Head coach Michael Earley said...
Drivers can expect closures beginning June 4 as TxDOT begins the final northbound bridge removal process per the My35 Waco South Construction Project.
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.
Robinson Rocket baseball is launching to the State Championship.The Rockets beat Wimberley in game one on Thursday and it let to a decision on Friday.Wimberley came out swinging in game two in a dominant 13-0 victory.The semi-finals would be decided with a game three. The...
A local Thai restaurant is expanding into its first brick-and-mortar location along Waco's riverfront development after the closure of one of its two locations. Curry Up and Wok This Way, a local Thai restaurant in Waco, is opening its first brick-and-mortar location along...
Waco Regional Airport is applying for a federal grant that could bring up to $1 million in funding to help attract a new airline and expand destinations for Central Texas travelers.Watch the full story here: Waco Regional Airport seeks federal grant to attract new airline and...
Grimes County Amateur Radio Emergency Service, known as ARES, has unveiled a new communications trailer designed to keep lines of communication open during emergencies and natural disasters.Watch the full story here: Connecting the community: Grimes County amateur radio group...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - This Saturday night, the Performing Arts Community Center will be "Live from Waco"! This is an Saturday Night Live-inspired sketch comedy show written and performed by Waco talent. For more information about the show, you can watch our interview above.
A jury has returned with a verdict of guilt on all counts in the 19th District Court trial for a former Waco priest accused of sexual assault.Following an indictment in 2024, Anthony Odiong faced three counts of second-degree felony sexual assault.Prosecutors have said evidence...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Have you ever heard the saying "There are three seasons in Texas: Summer, Next Summer, and Road Construction?" — Texas Humor In all seriousness, the season of road construction is upon us, so give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination and pay...
Baylor's 2027 schedule adds another as the Bears announce a home-and-home series with Maryland for the 2027 and 2028 season.The Bears take this series as a replacement after they mutually agreed with Oregon to cancel their home-and-home series.Baylor will take on Maryland in...
Hill County residents once again packed the Commissioners Court on Friday to voice concerns about proposed data center development and urge county leaders to maintain restrictions on future projects.Watch the full story here: 'Shockwaves across the state': Hill County residents...
A company is suing Hill County and three members of the Commissioners Court over a temporary ban on data center development.
WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - An annual springtime celebration in Woodway is almost here! The Carleen Bright Arboretum is getting ready for Arbo Fest 2026! The event will take place from 10 a.m. til 4 p.m. Saturday at 9001 Bosque Boulevard. Guests can enjoy live music from Jason...
Cayden Birkes tossed a complete game as Robinson beat Wimberley 5-1 in Game one of the 4A D1 state semifinals Thursday night.