Bill Mahon: 250 years of an Idea that refused to die
The writers and architects of the American system were not saints. But here is the part history critics often miss: They knew they were flawed, and they planned for it.
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Bill Mahon: 250 years of an Idea that refused to die
The writers and architects of the American system were not saints. But here is the part history critics often miss: They knew they were flawed, and they planned for it.
Latest Forecast with Meteorologist Zavian Colón
Storm chances will continue across portions of North Texas through midweek as weakening storm complexes move southeastward out of Oklahoma. A few storms may be strong, with gusty winds, frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding possible. Otherwise, expect hot and humid conditions...
Franklin resident pushes for stop signs at Ripley and Glass Street intersection
Donnie Samford is asking the City of Franklin to install stop signs at the intersection of Ripley and Glass Street, saying drivers regularly pass through without slowing down. Watch the full story here: Franklin resident pushes for stop signs at Ripley and Glass Street intersectionSamford brought...
Coast Guard helicopter crashes on a training mission in Alaska, four crew members injured
Four crew members sustained minor injuries Monday when a Coast Guard helicopter crashed during a routine training flight in southeast Alaska, officials said.The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed several miles outside Sitka in a sparsely populated area near Harbor Mountain. The coastal town sits on...
Note connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie said she had died
A note sent to media outlets connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, said she had died, multiple law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation told CNN.It followed a first note that demanded a ransom of millions of dollars. Investi...
Authorities arrest 2 more suspects in planned attack on Trump's UFC show
Two more people in Missouri and Washington state have been arrested in connection with what authorities say was a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump's UFC cage-fighting show at the White House earlier this month.Federal law enforcement officials disrupted the plan a few days before t...
Heavy rain flooded I-35 near Waco and trapped drivers — now TxDOT is explaining what caused the surge
Heavy rain Sunday night caused flash flooding on I-35 and its service roads near Waco and leaving drivers stranded Justin Louviere who was driving from Plano to Round Rock, was trapped on the service road as Flat Creek rose on both sides of him, saying he was ready to abandon his car and walk thr...
Monday Evening Forecast with Meteorologist Zavian Colón
Storm chances will continue across portions of North Texas through midweek as weakening storm complexes move southeastward out of Oklahoma. A few storms may be strong, with gusty winds, frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding possible. Otherwise, expect hot and humid conditions...
Pet of the Week: Jessie the Lab Mix
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every week, FOX 44 will be featuring a furry friend up for adoption through the Humane Society of Central Texas. You can take a look at Jessie in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Central Texas by cal...
‘He’s not supposed to be here’ — ‘Duck’ Johnson defied odds to return to Riesel dugout, beloved community
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More Bible stories in public schools, history lesson changes come up for Texas board's vote
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.
More Bible stories in public schools, changes to history lessons before Texas education board today
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.
Temporary closure of Temple Mall ordered due to life safety concerns
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) - The City of Temple has ordered the temporary closure of the Temple Mall due to unresolved fire and building code violations. The city says this comes following continued inspections and the expiration of a previously issued notice to repair critical life safety deficienci...
A battle for the cattle: new Madison County extension agent tackles agriculture threats and youth programs
New extension agent tackles screwworm threat and youth programs in Madison CountyWatch the full story here: A battle for the cattle: new Madison County extension agent tackles agriculture threats and youth programsShannon Dietz, a new extension agent from Prairie View A&M, is one month into the j...
Mike Copeland: SpaceX millionaires; $1 million goals; Electrolit progress; Garden City; Screwworm grants
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Temple College president explains where bond tax dollars are going after voters approve second bond in 5 years
A month after voters approved a new bond for Temple College, the college's president is addressing community questions about why another bond was needed so soon after one passed in 2021.Watch the story here: Temple College president explains where bond tax dollars are going after voters approve s...
US negotiations with Tehran include a plan to return nuclear inspectors to Iran
Technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran are expected to continue this week in Switzerland.Vice President JD Vance says the high level talks laid a good foundation but said it's also clear theres more work to do.The parties agreed on a roadmap in efforts to reach a final agreement, accordi...
Two fatal Hill County crash victims confirmed to be Hillsboro Elementary students
HILL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Two of the deceased victims involved in a Hill County crash which killed six people have been confirmed to be Hillsboro Elementary School (HES) students. The Hillsboro Independent School District issued a statement to families and staff on Sunday which shared...
Bailey Zimmerman arrest warrant issued after alleged drunken rampage at Albuquerque casino resort
Country music singer Bailey Zimmerman faces an active arrest warrant in New Mexico following an alleged incident at Sandia Resort and Casino in Albuquerque.According to an arrest warrant affidavit filed in Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, the incident occurred on May 27, when Zimmerman arriv...
Baylor's Cameron Carr ready to start parking in the NBA lot, as Draft arrives
After his breakout season at Baylor, Cameron Carr should get his shot to chase every basketball player’s dream when the NBA Draft unfolds Tuesday and Wednesday in Brooklyn, New York.
New World Screwworm continues to spread in Texas as US hits 15 cases
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Amazon Prime Day to gauge US consumer strain as focus shifts to basics
Amazon Prime Day starting Tuesday will be a litmus test of U.S. shoppers' spending power, with the earlier-than-usual sales event increasingly centered on necessities rather than carefree splurges.
McGregor Weighs Land Sales for Two Major Development Projects
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Judge blocks use of federal tool to check voter citizenship status
A federal judge on Monday ruled that a recently revamped version of a federal tool central to the Trump administrations election integrity strategy is unlawful and can no longer be used.U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan sided with advocacy groups that argued the recent upgrades to th...
Hispanic concert in Foster Pavilion rescheduled due to World Cup Final
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Due to a timing conflict with the July 19 World Cup final, The La Fiera de Ojinaga and Los Pescadores del Río Conchos concert will be rescheduled to April 11, 2027. Jason Cook, Baylor vice president of marketing and communications, said the two bands have sold ...
Expanded World Cup has meant one surprising benefit for teams
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Millions of honeybees escape into Texas neighborhood after semitrailer crash
Millions of honeybees escaped into a rural Texas neighborhood after a semitrailer carrying about 400 hives tipped over, officials said.Emergency officials in Orange County, Texas, shut down roads in the area Sunday morning and warned residents to stay in their homes while crews worked to unload t...
Mississippi opens inquiry after police shoot and kill one-year-old during shoplifting call
Calls for justice are growing after 1-year-old Kohen Wiley was shot and killed by police responding to a shoplifting call at a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi.Police reportedly fired into the car of a shoplifting suspect. The officer alleged the vehicle was accelerating toward him at the time o...
A moment of magic: Leo Messi sets all-time World Cup scoring record in Argentina win
If it wasn’t abundantly clear that Leo Messi is the greatest player in the world before Monday, it is now after his two-goal, record-setting performance for Argentina against Austria.
From festival dogs to adventure cats, here are some summer pet safety tips
As summer festivals, graduation parties and outdoor events fill local calendars, experts encourage pet owners to consider whether their furry friends are enjoying the experience as much as they are.
Summertime is here to stay this week
After seeing some good rain chances the past couple of weeks, it looks like the faucet is shutting off this week. It will be warm and humid tonight with lows in the upper 70s. Tuesday will remain hot and humid with highs in the mid 90s. It will feel like it's over 104-106 with the humidity in the...
Fireworks stand puts on an explosive show in Oklahoma
An Oklahoma fireworks stand went up in flames over the weekend, according to the Broken Arrow Fire Department.Officials received the call just before 9 p.m. Firefighters quickly brought the scene under control and extinguished the blaze in about 20 minutes.RELATED STORY | Fourth of July fireworks...