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Waco-area news briefs: Zoo Tunes returns, features Waco Symphony Sunday
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
DPS dedicates Waco monument honoring late trooper shot in 1988
Trooper Daniel Robert Shown died earlier this year of complications from wounds he suffered in a 1988 line-of-duty shooting in McLennan County.
Champions of Christian Service
Mission Waco's Champions of Christian Service Luncheon will start at 11:15 a.m. Tuesday at AC Hotel, 600 Mary Ave.
Diabetes 1st Step
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of McLennan County will offer its Diabetes 1st Step program from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the county Extension office, 4224 Cobbs Drive....
Cheering for a cause close to home
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Local cheerleaders are coming together to do more than show off their skills - they are cheering for a cause close to home. Heart of Texas Cheer is hosting its annual Burning Bright Showcase to help raise money for a great cause. For information about how y...
Trooper Daniel Shown Gets Permanent Memorial Outside DPS Office
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — A fallen Waco DPS Trooper was immortalized in granite after passing away in February. While responding to a call on December 18th, 1988, DPS trooper Daniel Shown was shot in the head. He lost his right eye and half of his body was paralyzed. Danny Smith, a ...
'Sironia' screening to benefit Mission Waco
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Here's a chance to experience Waco on the big screen for a good cause. Mission Waco will host a special screening of Sironia with lead actor and musician Wes Cunningham and director Brandon Dickerson on Sunday, November 8, from 3:30–6:30 p.m. at the Jubilee...
Waco-area news briefs: AgriLife offering Diabetes 1st Step program next week
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Review: Pigskin Revue 2026
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor The top eight All-University Sing acts returned for Pigskin Revue 2026 Thursday night, and they did not disappoint. Waco Hall was so filled with screaming, adoring fans so ecstatic that, when asked to hold applause until all homecoming court no...
Water system change
The city of Waco is temporarily changing the disinfectant used in its water system from chloramine to free chlorine from through Nov. 30 as part of its annual water system maintenance program....
Veterans Day closures
City of Waco offices will be closed Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day.
CROP Hunger Walk
The 2026 Heart of Texas CROP Hunger Walk, benefiting Caritas of Waco and Church World Service, will be held Monday at Bridge Street Plaza, 200 E. Bridge St....
McLennan Co. SO Honor Guard participates in Lights of Love ceremony
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The McLennan County Sheriff’s Office's Honor Guard participated in the fifth annual Lights of Love ceremony at the Waco Suspension Bridge on Thursday night. The event was hosted by Providence Hospice – Community Healthcare of Texas. The community came toget...
Farm Bureau concerned about data centers, transmission lines
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A special Farm Bureau committee meeting in Waco says data centers, high voltage transmission lines and nuisance animals are concerns discussed in this week's meetings. The resolutions committee gathered data from across the state and will make recommendations t...
Waco-area news briefs: City offices to close Wednesday for Veterans Day
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
'Sironia' screening to aid Waco's World Cup Cafe, Fair Trade Market
15 years after making a movie about finding meaning in life, Wes Cunningham has found that lesson even more profound, with Sunday's "Sironia" screening aiding Mission Waco's World Cup Cafe....
Folk song expert John Lomax III combines songs, family history in Waco show
His family’s legacy in preserving American folk songs spans 150 years: In his Waco presentation, Lomax will mix songs and stories with experiences producing Townes Van Zandt and Steve Earle....
Figuring out district races
Note: The THIL playoffs began last week and continue this week for the CenTex Outlaws. The TAPPS (11-man and sixman), TCAL and TAIAO playoffs begin this week for Live Oak, Vanguard, Valor Prep, Waco Christian and Texas Wind, respectively....
Time well spent?
Regarding last Thursday's letter about protests at Planned Parenthood in Waco, my question to the writer is: Why and what are you protesting? There are no abortions being performed, so what are you doing?...
Midterm results show a thirst for decency
Nashville recently honored Dolly Parton by renaming its airport. Maybe we should consider renaming Waco's airport to honor veteran and war hero Doris Miller. In my hometown, Pittsburghers are discussing renaming the airport after Fred Rogers to valorize Mr. Rogers'…...
Man pleads guilty to murder in 2023 shooting
A Waco man was sentenced to 22-and-a-half years in prison after pleading guilty to murder in the 2023 shooting death of Michael Everett Jr., 24.
TribFridayNight Top Five: District crowns, playoff berths on the line in season finales
Here’s a look at the top five games of the week in Central Texas entering Week 11, including Harker Heights-Midway, Lorena-Cameron Yoe, Waco High-University, Chilton-Bremond and Abbott-Aquilla. #txhsfb #TribFridayNight...
Cook cruises to State Senate District 22 victory
Mansfield attorney and Republican state Rep. David Cook won the race Tuesday to become Waco and McLennan County's next state senator.
Adapting into action to overcome life's challenges
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - In life, we're constantly faced with hurdles that force you to either lay down or adapt. Waco Adapt and the Fearless Ventures Foundation exemplify the mentality to overcome life's challenges. You can watch our interview above....
Murder indictment in Waco Summer Avenue shooting
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A McLennan County Grand Jury has indicted 43 year old Michael Alvin Calhoun on a murder charge in the August shooting death of Yotanca Calhoun. The victim was the suspect's cousin. Michael Calhoun has remained in the McLennan County Jail in lieu of $1,000,000 b...
Super Centex Podcast: Rivalry Week with playoff implications for Waco High-University, Midway-Harker Heights and more
LISTEN: It's rivalry week, so we're digging into the big implications of Waco High-University, Midway-Harker Heights and more. Plus, we'll spotlight 5 undefeated teams and how they've surprised us. #txhsfb...
Waco-area news briefs: Pecan Bottoms cleanup, tree planting set for Friday
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Harvest Dinner
Waco Habitat for Humanity will host its annual Harvest Dinner, presented by Ascension Providence, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 17 in the Base at the Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Blvd....
Supporters gather as Pete Sessions re-elected to House of Representatives
By Josh Siatkowski | Lead Writer, Lauren Havens | LTVN Broadcast Reporter Supporters for Republican congressman Pete Sessions gathered Tuesday night to watch the polls as the incumbent defeated democratic challenger Casey Shepard, earning a fourth consecutive term representing Wa...
Waco man sentenced to 22-1/2 years in 2023 shooting death
A Waco man was sentenced to 22-and-a-half years in prison after pleading guilty to murder in the 2023 shooting death of Michael Everett Jr., 24.
Kickoff event to be held for 'Driving Change' initiative
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A special kickoff event will be held for a new inititative raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and helping to save lives. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Waco Mitsubishi are hosting a special Driving Change initiative kickoff ev...
Waco-area news briefs: Water system temporarily changing disinfectant
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Waco plans nearly $1 million for sidewalk, lighting improvements along Jackson Avenue
A stretch of Jackson Avenue in downtown Waco could become safer and easier to navigate as the city moves forward with plans for new sidewalks and improved lighting. For the past eight months, Waco resident Angela Dubrek has explored her neighborhood by taking walks along Jackson ...
Tesla unveils its long-delayed Roadster nearly a decade after first revealing a next-generation version of its original electric sports car, at a launch event in Waco, Texas, US, on October 15, 2026, in this still image taken from a handout video. Tesla/Handout vi
Tesla unveils its long-delayed Roadster nearly a decade after first revealing a next-generation version of its original electric sports car, at a launch event in Waco, Texas, US, on October 15, 2026, in this still image taken from a handout video. Tesla/Handout vi The Daily News...
CENTRAL TEXAS HONOR ROLL: WEEK 10
Nominate players by emailing top performances to the Trib by noon Sunday: mhaag@wacotrib.com. Voting closes at 3 p.m. Wednesday.
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Pet of the Week: Dingo the Husky 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 Dingo in the video above! If you’re thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Cent...
North Waco sober living community seeks permit
A proposed sober living community of three single-family homes near 18th Street and Gorman Avenue is on track for its final city of Waco approvals in the coming weeks....
Waco-area news briefs: Local classes to help with Medicare open enrollment
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Youth can build strong skills through Teen Leadership Waco
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The youth is our future, and it's important that we provide them with lessons to make them better leaders of tomorrow. This is why Rachel Ligon is here from the Waco Chamber of Commerce to tell us all about Teen Leadership Waco. You can watch our interview ...
George Allen, longtime McLennan County judge, dies at 89
McLennan County is honoring Allen by making him the first judge to lie in state in the courthouse rotunda during visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 13.
Waco-area news briefs: Asian Leaders Network Diwali Celebration set for Nov. 14
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Succulent Society
The Waco Cactus and Succulent Society will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Pape Garden Center at the Earle-Harrison House, 1705 N Fifth St.
New pre-professional soccer team is coming to Waco — and the community gets to choose its name
A new pre-professional soccer team is coming to Waco and neighbors get to decide what it will be called. Waco USL2 is part of the United Soccer League, a pathway for athletes who have the goal of becoming professional soccer players. WATCH HERE: New pre-professional soccer team i...