Analysis: Trump makes it harder to assess hunger
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's cancellation last year of a government food security survey could make it difficult to assess whether his cuts to the food stamp program lead to a rise in U.S. hu
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Texas floodwaters surge toward Camp Mystic area one year after deadly floods
Dangerous flooding in Texas has intensified after days of pounding rain, sending emergency crews scrambling to rescue people from the rising waters before sunrise Thursday and setting off urgent warnings from forecasters: Move to higher ground now!The National Weather Service in San Antonio said ...
Chatbots could be at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech
Ask Claude to make a pamphlet critical of President Donald Trump or Britain's King Charles III, and Anthropic's chatbot would oblige.Prompted to do the same for Thailand's king, Saudi Arabia's crown prince or China's leader, and the artificial intelligence model declined.It is a key finding from ...
10th annual Waco Indie Film Festival kicks off this weekend at the Hippodrome
The 10th annual Waco Independent Film Festival is underway this weekend at the Hippodrome, bringing together filmmakers and film lovers for dozens of screenings, panels and networking events open to the public.Watch Full Story Here: 10th annual Waco Indie Film Festival kicks off this weekend at t...
Killeen's animal shelter has sat vacant for months. City council is now weighing what comes next.
The Killeen Animal Shelter on Rancier has been vacant since late February, when mold was discovered and the building was closed because it could not handle the level of cleaning required.City leaders received an update on the building's condition and the plan moving forward.The building lacks pro...
President Trump to address nation tonight on elections and voting machines
President Donald Trump will address the nation tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern on elections and voting machines, calling it "really, really big news."The speech will take place in the East Room of the White House. The 9 p.m. Eastern time slot is traditionally reserved by presidents for their most impor...
Clayton Freshcorn returning to Texas A&M Baseball, turning down St. Louis Cardinals
Texas A&M received one of its biggest offseason victories Tuesday as All-American closer Clayton Freshcorn announced he will return to College Station for the 2027 season instead of signing with the St. Louis Cardinals.Freshcorn was selected by the Cardinals with the No. 564 overall pick in the 1...
Bryan-College Station residents share storm concerns as flooding impacts roads and construction
Residents describe drainage problems, vehicle damage risks, and safety worries following recent storms in the Bryan-College Station area. BCS residents reactions and impact of recent stormsResidents in Bryan-College Station are feeling the effects of recent storms, with flooding concerns ranging ...
The Green Frog reopens in Lampasas after nearly 20 years
The Green Frog in Lampasas is back and is already drawing large crowds.WATCH the full story here: The Green Frog reopens after nearly 20 yearsOne month after reopening, the beloved restaurant is once again packed with customers, many of whom remember it from its original run inside the historic H...
1 in 4 Marlin households lacks broadband internet access
More than a quarter of households in Marlin completely lack a broadband internet subscription, and nearly 20% don't even own a computer, according to the U.S. Census.That means more than one in four families are entirely cut off from the modern digital economy.WATCH HERE: One in four Marlin house...
'It was a feeling I've never experienced': Lucas Davenport talks about getting selected in MLB Draft
Baylor's Lucas Davenport and Tyce Armstrong were chosen on day two of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft.Watch the full story here: "It was a feeling I've never experienced,": Lucas Davenport talks about getting selected in MLB DraftRight handed pitcher Davenport was selected by the Boston Red ...
FCC considers repealing longstanding TV broadcast ownership cap
The Federal Communications Commission is set to vote on changes to rules limiting ownership of television stations.Current rules prohibit any company from reaching more than 39% of U.S. households.The ownership cap was established to promote competition and prevent monopolization of the airwaves....
American strikes reach Tehran Area as Iran threatens wider attacks
The United States intensified its strikes on Iran early Thursday, hitting targets further north as American forces also fired into a ship the U.S. accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic Republic. Iran retaliated with missile and drone fire targeting U.S. allies in the region...
Pollution from xAI power project hits Black communities
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI installed 59 natural gas turbines for its Colossus 2 data center project in Tennessee without securing federal clean air permits, according to communications between regulators and xAI representatives.
Dangerous wildfire smoke chokes Midwest and Northeast
Thousands of visitors were told to evacuate a remote Minnesota wilderness area accessible only by boat as wildfires send dangerously heavy smoke over the U.S. Midwest and Northeast this week.More than 100 wildfires are burning in Canada, where a train crew in northern Ontario filmed themselves su...
Stock market rally fueled by transportation stocks and AI excitement on Wall Street
The stock market has been climbing steadily, with transportation stocks helping lead the way. As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries, investors are asking whether the rally still has room to run.Since President Trump returned to office, markets have posted strong gains, with AI em...
Of course Donald Trump doesn't belong on Mount Rushmore | James Rosen
President Donald Trump, some of his aides and supporters have proposed a number of absurd ideas to aggrandize him. By far the most absurd is their repeated appeals to add his likeness to Mount Rushmore.
Donald Trump belongs on Mount Rushmore for redefining American politics | John Fredericks
When the history of the first quarter of the 21st century is written, one towering political figure will rise above the rest — President Donald Trump.
A sweet decade of success: Growing Waco Indie Film Festival promotes city, filmmaking
The Waco Independent Film Festival formally opens Thursday, marking its 10th anniversary at a time when other regional film festivals have flamed out.
Texas music advocate, Lorena principal pens 3 decades of Red Dirt tales
This Lorena assistant principal covers 3 decades of Texas/Red Dirt music in his new book, from Pat Green and Randy Rogers to Wade Bowen, Cody Canada, Stoney LaRue and more.
Lacy Lakeview hires firm for revamp of land-use plan
The consultant could play a role "down the road" in the Infrakey data center proposal that has faced vocal opposition, but for now his focus will be decades-old land-use guidelines.
More rain?? Yes, but the majority is west of I-35 today
More rain?? Yes, but the majority of it will remain west of I-35 today. The most intense rainfall will occur in the far west counties. The Brazos Valley will also see a bit of rain in the afternoon.San Saba, Burnet and Williamson Counties remain under a flood watch through Thursday evening. Rain ...
Movies, talks fill 4 days at Waco Indie Film Fest
Big-budget films such as “The Odyssey” and “Minions & Monsters” may dominate movie screens this weekend, but for those who appreciate smaller films and shorts, filmmaking, movie scripts, and face-to-face interaction with actors and filmmakers, there’s the Waco Independent Film…
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Meet-and-greet with musician leads to infatuation
Dear Eric: I'm 70 and very happily married (together 38 years). We both love music and lately after seeing a performance, there's a meet-and-greet with the musicians. A particular musician and I have chatted several times. The last time, I…
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Banks ramp up AI use
NEW YORK — Major banks are ramping up how they incorporate digital assistants in their daily operations, determining how such agents interact with human colleagues and clients as they race to get ahead.
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Low US birth rate may create future housing glut
For the past decade, scarcity was the U.S. housing industry's most powerful marketing tool. The less there was to buy, the greater the urgency to keep bidding, even as prices hit record highs.
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Movies, talks fill 4 days at Waco Indie fest
Big-budget films such as "The Odyssey" and "Minions & Monsters" may dominate movie screens this weekend, but for those who appreciate smaller films and shorts, filmmaking, movie scripts, and face-to-face interaction with actors and filmmakers, there's the Waco Independent Film…
Music buff pens decades of Texas tales
Brad Beheler jokes about the Bruce Wayne/Batman duality of his life.
Ole Miss could sue 2 who left for LSU
Ole Miss could sue two players who followed former Rebels coach Lane Kiffin to LSU and haven't yet paid their contract buyouts, athletic director Keith Carter told the Clarion Ledger in an interview last week.
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