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President Donald Trump is working to gain unprecedented control of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections this fall through a series of new assertions of presidential power.
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Multiple agencies respond to North Zulch oil well fire
NORTH ZULCH, Texas (FOX 44) - Multiple agencies responded to a fire at an oil well location in Madison County on Monday afternoon, (July 13, 2026). The North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department reports that they were dispatched to a fire at an oil well location on FM 2865, just west of North Zulch. N...
Our Town: Hewitt Fire Department Grows Under Fire Chief
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) — In Hewitt, Fire Chief Jonathan Christian has brought about millions of dollars in change, including a new fire engine and a fire station. Coming to the Hewitt Fire Department, Fire Chief Jonathan Christian had a plan. The department was already making big changes, such as...
Waco police warn residents about AI-generated crime alerts that may spread false information
Waco police warn residents to verify AI-generated crime alerts after a false report about an officer shooting turned out to be a training exercise. Waco police are warning residents to be cautious of AI-generated crime alerts after a false report spread through a crime reporting app An app merged...
Latest Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Mike LaPoint
Additional scattered storms are expected across parts of North and Central Texas Tuesday and Wednesday. The main timing of storms will be the afternoon and evening, but overnight storms will remain possible across southern Central Texas. Locally heavy rainfall will be the primary concern.
Pet of the Week: Crown Apple the Collie/Aussie Shepherd 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 Crown Apple in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Central Texas b...
Harris County DA’s office to treat ICE shooting as criminal investigation, says it may take months or years to complete
Harris County officials say they will fund an independent investigation to identify the ICE agents involved in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's killing.
Our Town: A Public Library Of Proven Excellence
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - Hewitt's calling card for making it a great place to live is its proximity to big city attractions and amenities with a small town feel. One of the great attractions is the Hewitt Public Library - which earned the 2025 Achievement of Excellence from the Texas Municipal Li...
Feed the need: 25 News and Shepherd's Heart team up to fight summer food insecurity in Central Texas
As children lose access to school meals for the summer and grocery prices remain high,25 Newsis partnering with Shepherd's Heart for the annual "Feed the Need" food drive to help support local families.Watch Full Story Here: Feed the need: 25 News and Shepherd's Heart team up to fight summer food...
Killeen city council to vote on ADA transition plan aimed at improving accessibility across the community
Killeen City Council is set to vote on an ADA transition plan that would improve accessibility across the community, following a settlement agreement reached with the Department of Justice in 2021.Watch the story here: Killeen city council to vote on ADA transition plan aimed at improving access...
Temple alum Naeten Mitchell hoping to make the leap in first season at Colorado
Naeten Mitchell was prepared for the rigors of college after what he learned at Temple. After a breakout year at New Mexico State, he's ready to step up at Colorado.
Our Town: Historical Landmarks of Hewitt, Texas
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - While the City of Hewitt is second to none when it comes to its public services, it also boasts a couple of landmarks! The Hewitt Baptist Church was founded in November 1894 with the help of Whitehall Baptist Church. Hewitt Baptist joined the Waco Baptist Association and ...
US strikes targets in Iran for third straight day as blockade resumes
The U.S. continued strikes against Iran Monday, according to U.S. Central Command.The strikes, which have now continued for three consecutive days, were directed by President Donald Trump. The U.S. is seeking to "degrade" Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping and civilian vessels in the St...
The Open has new codes of conduct for players and spectators. One requires no clarification
The R&A confirmed to Golfweek that the following policy covering “serious misconduct” is in effect this week at Royal Birkdale.
MCC professor named Texas Country Music Awards finalist
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A McLennan Community College (MCC) music professor is one of five finalists for Keyboard/Pianist of the Year in the 2026 Texas Country Music Awards! The College is celebrating the recognition of Music Industry Careers professor and alumnus Shane Hall, who was recognized for...
Midway's gritty 10U all-stars claim state championship
Showing ample guts and resolve along the way, the Midway 10U softball all-stars are state champions.
Chick‑fil‑A dethroned as America’s fast-food favorite
For the first time in more than a decade, a different name sits at the top of the fast‑food satisfaction rankings.
South Carolina governor appoints Lindsey Graham's sister to serve out his term
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday that he would appoint Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham's sister, to serve out the remainder of his term in the Senate.The appointment comes after Graham, the Republican Senator from the state, died over the weekend from heart complications...
Cooler and wetter July week
There is nothing like getting a break from all the heat here in Texas during the month of July. This week should bring below normal temperatures and above normal precipitation. It may not rain at your house every day this week, but there should be some scattered activity around through Friday.Ton...
Brice Cherry: Chasing chains in the 'Waco Birdie Challenge'
Birdies are hard to come by, but what if I could create the perfect, 18-hole course for my own game? That idea begat the Waco Birdie Challenge.
US renews strikes in Iran
DUBAI — President Donald Trump told reporters Monday the United States attacked Iran's capabilities related to the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed military action between the two countries.
Waco's 2026 ATG Expo postponed
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Organizers for the 2026 ATG Expo in Waco have made the difficult decision to postpone this year's event. The event will not be taking place on September 12–13. Event organizers say circumstances outside of their control resulted in the Expo being once again moved from June ...
B-52's to drop bombs on Ft Hood range again Monday
Fort Hood, Texas (FOX 44) - Increased aircraft sound along with the sounds of detonations will return next week as B-52's again will drop bombs on the Fort Hood impact area. B-52 Stratofortress aircraft from the 20th Bomb Squadron out of Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, will conduct training ...
The World Cup’s final four is set. Here's who's in as the final week begins
Were going to miss this World Cup when its over next week.We were treated to two brilliant quarterfinals over the weekend, which saw both England and Argentina advance to the last four at the expense of Norway and Switzerland.For England, it was all about one name: Jude Bellingham. Ive given up o...
Trump wants to isolate International Criminal Court
* Options under consideration include travel bans, visa revocations and increased sanctions, State Department official says * Rubio and other US officials are pressuring countries to diplomatically
Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 has chance at parole in about 20 years
A Vermont man who was 17 when he and a friend killed a pair of married Dartmouth College professors 25 years ago will have a chance at parole in about 20 years, when he reaches the age of one of his victims, a judge ruled Monday.Lawyers for Robert Tulloch, now 43, and prosecutors reached an agree...
States sue to block Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery takeover
Twelve states have sued to block Paramounts takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, kicking off a high-stakes antitrust battle that could impede the media mega-merger.California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the antitrust lawsuit, filed Monday in the Northern District of California, is necessary be...
Wildfires across Europe have killed hundreds over the last decade
Wildfires raging across Europe have killed hundreds of people over the last decade, and climate change is set to push the death toll even higher in the coming years.A wildfire in southern Spain killed at least 11 people overnight into Friday morning, making it one of the country's deadliest on re...
Judge says Trump’s IRS lawsuit was filed for ‘improper purpose'
A federal judge has found that President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns was filed for an improper purpose.Judge Kathleen Williams found that President Trump effectively controlled the IRS and treasury as head of the Executi...
World's largest rocket to thunder over Texas this week in vital flight
SpaceX will launch the world's largest rocket for the second time in 2026 as the race heats up for Elon Musk's spaceflight company to be ready for NASA's next moon mission.
Heart of Texas Readers' Choice 2026: Here are the winners
The people have spoken: Trib readers vote for their favorites around Waco and Central Texas.
From near-tragedy to graduation day, this teen has had a remarkable journey
In 2010, a 2yearold boy was critically injured after a large rock fell and struck him in the head during a family visit to a Tennessee state park.Now, more than a decade later, his family is celebrating a major milestone and a remarkable new chapter."It's hard to explain, but I do think about it ...
Ukraine, 9 others announce coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles
Ukraine as well as 9 other countries have announced a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles.This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to Paris to ask European leaders for help against Russia's missiles which have targeted his country for more than four years ...
World Cup isn't rigged. It's taken a page from March Madness | Opinion
Yes, the World Cup is rigged. Oh, calm down. It’s not what some of you think.
Waco-area news briefs: La Vega ISD to host back-to-school registration event
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Baylor's Davenport, Armstrong selected in MLB Draft
A pair of 2026 Baylor players were selected in the Major League Baseball Draft on Sunday, and they’re headed to a pair of iconic franchises and longtime rivals.
Traffic shifts planned for TxDOT's Big 6 Project
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) – The Texas Department of Public Safety says Highway 6 drivers in College Station should expect overnight closures and new traffic patterns as work continues on the Big 6 project. Northbound Highway 6 will be fully closed between Barron Road and Harvey Road from 7:...
Trump reinstates Iranian blockade, says Strait of Hormuz will stay open
President Donald Trump said Monday that the Strait of Hormuz is open and will remain open, as he ordered the U.S. military to reinstate a blockade on Iranian ships and ports."We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Irans ships or customers from entering o...
Ryan Blaney emerges from rain-soaked Georgia race with OT win
Ryan Blaney won almost everything in a race that crossed into Monday, but he had to wait until nearly 2 a.m. to get it done at the end.
Police investigate death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams
Police said Monday they are investigating the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams, after his body was discovered this weekend at a property in the city of Cape Town.The 25-year-old Adams died two weeks after helping South Africa reach the knockout stage of a World Cup for t...
ICE officers kill 1 in Maine while executing a warrant for a different person
ICE officers shot and killed a motorist in Maine on Monday as they attempted to serve a warrant for a different person, lawmakers said.The man killed by ICE, a 26-year-old native of Colombia, was not the individual specified in the agency's warrant, Maine's Sen. Angus King said on Monday.Sen. Kin...