One HOT Cook Off returns to the Extraco Events Center September 25–27, 2026
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Fire up your pits and mark your calendars! The One HOT Cook Off is coming up September 25–27, 2026, at the Extraco Ev…
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How to manage back to school stress and anxiety
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Back to school time can be a rush for some, exciting for others, and also downright stressful and full of anxiety. Fo…
China Spring neighbors call for more traffic lights
Residents in China Spring want to add more traffic lights in the community because wrecks keep happening here. China Spring and Saddle Creek…
Killeen native wins Junior Olympics 3000m race as unranked underdog from Central Texas
A Killeen native traveled more than 12 hours to compete in a race he was not expected to win and came home with a gold medal.Lundyn Reyes wo…
The Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce's LEAD Program celebrates 20 years
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce is celebrating twenty years of its LEAD Program. LEAD stands for Leadership, Edu…
Waco restaurant rises from the ashes after burning down 4 years ago
Tru Jamaica burned down a few years ago. The owners said the community stood behind them when they experienced the unimaginable. Tru Jamaica…
"Boos on the Brazos" - A Spook-tacular Opportunity To Help The Community
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Your chance to experience an adult Halloween party atmosphere while helping a great cause for the community returns t…
Coming Soon: "Sporting Clays For Scouting"
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Lots going on in Central Texas and the Brazos Valley right now, with even more on the horizon - including a unique ev…
Texas Rangers Hall of Fame celebrating 50 years with special dinner
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Rangers Hall of Fame is home to some of the best law enforcement in the Lone Star State's history, and it's…
Waco ISD earns 'D' rating from state for the 4th year in a row, but district points to signs of progress
Waco ISD earned a 'D' rating from the Texas Education Agency for the fourth consecutive year, but district leaders say curriculum updates, n…
Grimes County sheriff warns residents about phone scams targeting the area
Grimes County sheriff warns residents about phone scams targeting the areaWatch the full story here: Grimes County sheriff warns residents a…
Army suspends Apache helicopter training after deadly Fort Hood crash
The U.S. Army has halted all AH64 Apache training flights following Wednesday's deadly crash near Fort Hood that killed two soldiers.Chief W…