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75th National Square Dance Convention wraps up in Waco
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The City of Waco will be dancing all the way to the bank after a very successful 75th National Square Dance Convention this week. The diamond jubilee kicked off on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 with dancers traveling from far and wide to take part in the annual event. The three ...
Trump names his new pick for Immigration and Customs Enforcement director
The agency, facing criticism for its role in Trump's immigration crackdown, has been without a Senate-confirmed director since early 2017.
Stop texting passwords to your partner, it's riskier than you think
Think of it like leaving a copy of your house key in an unlocked mailbox: convenient in the moment, risky forever after.
Waco Sees Strong Economic Gains from Square Dance Convention
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The National Square Dance Convention is bringing more than music and tradition to Waco; it's also generating a major economic boost for the city. As thousands of attendees traveled from across the United States and beyond, the co-chairman of registration, Fisher Reynolds, s...
Texas Youth Classic Tournament returning to Waco
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The best of the best youth golfers in this region will call Central Texas home with the return of the Texas Youth Classic to the Waco area next week! For more information about this event, you can watch our interview above. If you would like to register for the Texas [...]
Keep Waco Beautiful Volunteers prepare for tomorrow's TriWaco event
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Volunteers of all ages were walking the shores of the Brazos River this morning, (June 27, 2026), as part of Keep Waco Beautiful Summer Shoreline Cleanup to prepare for tomorrow's TriWaco triathlon event at Indian Spring Park. This cleanup prepared the river for not only th...
Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify
Officials said more than 1,600 foreign rescuers arrived, including from the U.S., and additional teams were on the way.
Temple Health & Wellness Festival goes beyond physical health
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) - Temple's Health & Wellness Expo brought a fresh approach to health, wellness, and community connection at the Mayborn Civic & Convention Center today (June 27, 2026). The event kicked off at 10 o'clock this morning and gave families an opportunity to beat the heat indoors...
CTC Police Academy Cadets complete live-fire firearms training
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - Central Texas College's Police Academy Cadets are trained through simulated real-life scenarios to prepare them with the skills they will one day need as a future officer. Recently, cadets in the CTC Police Academy completed live-fire firearms exercises designed to mirro...
Derrick White, other NBA stars join college basketball front offices. What do they do?
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White has a new job with his old team.
You're Needed: Local Foster Families Sought
WACO (FOX 44) - There is a great need — the need for foster families in our nation, in our state, in our local communities. Here for a conversation about that need, how to fill that need, and what you can do to help — is Alexandra Villarreal, Director of Foster Care Homes with St. [...]
Book review: ‘Art of Toy Story 5’ adds to the story
Readers can get a look behind the scenes of the new movie with the accompanying book, “The Art of ‘Toy Story 5.’”
Tanker struck in Hormuz as Iran, US trade attacks
The warring sides each accused the other of violating the agreement reached two weeks ago to end the 4-month-old conflict.
On immigration, Supreme Court accedes to Trump's restrictive agenda
In case after case, the Supreme Court has green-lighted Trump's policies targeting both legal and illegal immigration, with few exceptions.
USA shifts all focus to Bosnia and Herzegovina in round of 32: 'We'll be ready'
Time to move on and get ready for the round of 32 in what could be the most critical moment in U.S. soccer history.
Baylor’s Tyce Armstrong nominated for ESPY Award
Baylor's Tyce Armstrong sits alongside the LA Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, the Miami Heat’s Bam Adebayo and Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo. How's that? As a nominee for the 2026 ESPY Awards.
Scientists seek clues to longevity from three Brazilian sisters over 100
Findings could help us better understand why some people remain physically and cognitively resilient at exceptionally advanced ages.
US Supreme Court expands Second Amendment rights, eyes more gun cases
The court struck down a Hawaii law that required gun owners to get an owner's permission before bringing a handgun onto private property open to the public.
This plant extract can make a lethal drug cocktail. Can it also treat opioid addiction?
Kratom is derived from the leaves of Mitragyna speciosa, a tree native to Southeast Asia, and is commonly made into a powder or pill.
Best of the best: Remembering Waco's all-time greatest sports moments
Tasked with coming up with a top 10 list of the all-time greatest moments in Central Texas sports history, we had more than our notebooks could hold within minutes.
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Congress passes bill to address housing crisis
The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan bill Tuesday seeking to alleviate a growing housing crisis by streamlining construction regulations, encouraging innovation and limiting investor purchases of homes, among other steps.
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Doing strength training exercises at least two days a week is a great way to support your cardiovascular health. For starters, adding muscle mass benefits your heart by helping your body burn more fat and better regulate both your blood…
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EVs save more money in West
Nearly $1,500 a year: That's roughly the fuel savings at the moment between a current gas car and the typical electric vehicle charged at a U.S. home.
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Going organic gives some farmers an economic boost
WARE, Iowa — Once Andrew Hopkins and his family plant organic corn and soybean seeds, they're in a battle with weeds that they can no longer rely on chemicals to kill.
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TV ratings revealed for Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway
NASCAR arrived at Pocono Raceway on June 14 for the 2026 Great American Getaway 400, and the 16th points race of the season was intriguing.
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Mets take in service dog Howie
It's time to meet a new (honorary) member of the New York Mets: a service dog-in-training! In a press release Thursday morning, the organization introduced Howie, a young puppy named after Howie Rose, the Mets' radio broadcaster who is set…
Clark made the WNBA bigger. It's still playing small
A fist to the throat. That's the picture that has immediately become part of WNBA lore. In it, Caitlin Clark, the most famous, marketable and important women's professional team sport athlete in history, is being punched by Alyssa Thomas, whose…