Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure
As backlash spreads, the fight over data centers is no longer confined to town councils, leaving politicians across the nation scrambling to keep up.
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High pressure will build across the southern U.S. this week, resulting in intensifying heat across North and Central Texas. High temperatures will be in the upper 90s to 100s, with heat index values reaching upwards of 110 degrees for a few days. Overnight lows will only drop into the upper 70s t...
The Short List: July 20
We've been in the "dog days of summer" for a couple of weeks now. Officially, the dog days begin July 3 and end Aug. 11, a 40-day stretch that matches the star Sirius rising at the same time as the…
South Korean singles look for matches at Buddhist temple retreat
In South Korea, a Buddhist temple matchmaking retreat helps young singles connect amid the nation’s low birthrate crisis. Participants engage in trust-building activities like blindfold walks and group events, blending tradition with modern dating to foster meaningful relationships.
Burglar armed with axe steals Gatesville woman's family heirlooms
A Gatesville woman returned home to find a burglar had kicked down her door and stolen a safe containing irreplaceable family heirlooms.WATCH HERE: Burglar armed with axe steals Gatesville woman's family heirloomsDora Aponte said she came home last Tuesday to discover the break-in. Surveillance f...
Tropical Depression forms, to move towards Texas this week
The Texas heat remains the primary story for this following week, with forecast highs in the 100s for a few days. But the tropical system forming in the Gulf may give us a brief chance at some rain late week.Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf west of Florida. For now, bands of rain and st...
Road trip recipes: 3 delicious dishes that travel well
These recipes are easy to make in a short amount of time, with even limited culinary skills. And, most importantly, they travel well.
Spain battles past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
Ferran Torres scored in extra time, and Span defeated Lionel Messi-led Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final 1-0 on Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 to win 2026 World Cup
In spectacular fashion, Spain has defeated Argentina by a score of 1 to 0 to be crowned the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions.In a match that was still tied 0-0 after regular time, Ferran Torres' goal in the 106th minute of extra time helped propel Spain to victory. It's the country's second World Cu...
Trump team scrutinized election agency before firings
President Donald Trump's administration spent more than a year scrutinizing the federal agency that oversees U.S. voting systems, questioning its handling of the 2020 presidential election and vetting potential new leaders before he fired its commissioners this month, according to…
What are the top Big 12 college football programs? Newcomers reign supreme
No Power Four college football conference has had its program hierarchy wildly change in the 21st century more than the Big 12.
US service member killed in Iraq during 'controlled detonation' of Iranian drone, military says
One U.S. service member was killed and another wounded Saturday in northern Iraq during a "controlled detonation" of a downed Iranian attack drone, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Sunday.The death came a day after two other U.S. service members were killed during ballistic missile and dr...
US renews strikes on Iran after two military personnel killed by Iranian attack
The U.S. said it completed an eighth straight night of attacks against Iran, while U.S. allies in the region reported more Iranian attacks on Sunday.
Bench watch: Six NFL quarterbacks who could lose starting jobs in 2026
It's hard to get one of the 32 NFL starting quarterback jobs. The harder part is keeping it. Not every quarterback is in a Patrick Mahomes or Josh Allen situation.
Senators press UnitedHealthcare and other Medicare Advantage giants over payment denials
Federal lawmakers are turning up the pressure on UnitedHealthcare and two rival Medicare Advantage insurers over their use of artificial intelligence and their prior authorization rules for post-hospital rehab care.
Ryan Fox birdies 18th hole to cap comeback win at Open Championship
Ryan Fox emerged from the pack on the back nine at Royal Birkdale and sank an 11 1/2-foot birdie putt at No. 18 to win the 154th Open Championship.
Mamdani says he’s still looking into arresting Netanyahu if Israeli leader visits New York
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said his office is still looking into arresting Benjamin Netanyahu if the Israeli prime minister visits the city for the United Nations General Assembly in September.Speaking on The New York Times The Interview podcast, Mamdani said his administrations legal dep...
How Deion Sanders is putting together his best high school recruiting class at Colorado
Colorado football coach Deion Sanders once again is bucking old norms to put together a team in his own way.
The Waco Indie Film Festival: A Director's Cut
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States fear Paramount-Warner deal will squeeze local movie theaters
States are suing to block the Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger, fearing it will hurt struggling local theaters by raising ticket prices and reducing investments in theater upgrades.
Drought in US West pits farms against towns and industry
Decades of drought, compounded by this year's record-low winter snowpack and the hottest March on record, have deepened water shortages across the Colorado River basin.
Waco-area news briefs: Arboretum Explorers Camp set for Aug. 3-7
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami on rape and trafficking charges
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested Saturday in Miami after U.K. prosecutors said they brought further rape and sex trafficking charges against them.Britain's Crown Prosecution Service said the new charges relate to four further victims and were brought after authorities rec...
Week in review: Test your knowledge of notable news
Iran and the United States exchanged intensified fire in the Middle East, killings by immigration agents drew scrutiny, Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat was filled after his sudden death, and more.
Iran hits US allies as Israel warns missiles headed for Jordan could land on its territory
The United States launched airstrikes in Iran on Sunday as Iranian missiles fired toward Jordan risked widening the conflict into neighboring Israel.The U.S. military said the latest round of strikes targeted Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the killing of American troops ...
Banks ramp up digital assistants in productivity race
Major banks are increasingly adopting agentic AI, digital assistants that perform tasks with minimal supervision, to boost productivity across wealth management, trading, client vetting, and treasury functions.
Waco Indie Film Festival announces 2026 lineup, schedule
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The Waco Independent Film Festival (Waco Indie) has announced the film lineup and events schedule for this year's event! The Festival was recently named as one of MovieMaker Magazine’s “50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee." Waco Indie’s in-theater screenings will take pla...
Russia unleashes one of biggest ballistic missile attacks of the Ukraine war, Kyiv says
Russia has launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks against Ukraine since launching its full-scale invasion more than four years ago.Ukraines air force said Moscow had launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine using attack UAVs and various types of air- and ground-launched m...
Graham's death tests congressional Republicans at a crucial moment
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Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure
As backlash spreads, the fight over data centers is no longer confined to town councils, leaving politicians across the nation scrambling to keep up.
Texas Tech chair donated $275K to Ken Paxton day before AG intervened in Brendan Sorsby saga
Last month, Attorney General Ken Paxton waded into the explosive college football saga involving Brendan Sorsby, the Texas Tech University quarterback who had admitted to placing thousands of improper sports bets, including on his own team’s games, resulting in the…
Texas pet owners urged to protect animals as New World screwworm cases rise
At least 39 cases of new world screwworm have been confirmed in Texas since June 3, according to the USDA, and animal rescue officials say the threat extends beyond livestock to household pets.Watch the full story here: Texas pet owners urged to protect animals as new world screwworm cases rise i...
Mark Story: A bragging right that Kentucky football has over UK men’s basketball
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Given the historical levels of success of Kentucky men’s basketball vs. UK football, what follows will qualify as a major upset: For the 2026-27 school year, there will be more former Wildcat players serving as NCAA Division…
Neutral site opener vs. Baylor bad for Auburn
This is an opinion column. The idea of moving Auburn's 2026 season-opener to Atlanta wasn't overly popular when it was announced last October.
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1 woman dead, 1 man arrested following major Brazos County Crash
BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A 26-year-old woman was killed when the bicycle she was riding was struck by a vehicle in Brazos County on Saturday morning (July 18, 2026). Deputies with the Brazos County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the 23000 block of FM 159 just before 10:00 a.m. Saturda...
US Marshals arrest 'hypermasculine' social media stars Andrew and Tristan Tate, UK seeks extradition
The U.S. Marshals Service arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate on Saturday as Britain's Crown Prosecution Service said it would seek extradition on charges of rape, bodily harm and human trafficking.
Texas' new history curriculum will be costly, with unprecedented control over textbooks
Texas' new history curriculum could give the state unprecedented control over textbooks.
Driver charged in cycling death of Brazos County boxer Hannah Rapp
Update, 7/19: The Bryan-College Station Eagle says Hannah Rapp was an area boxer. Bryan Boxing also posted about Rapp on Facebook Saturday:==============A 31-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter after he struck and killed a bicyclist Saturday morning in Brazos County.Charles Medina was...