Robinson's Braxton Ashcraft likes the heat wave as Pirates players are ‘just trying to survive’
PHILADELPHIA — Braxton Ashcraft leaned back against a chair in the visitors clubhouse thumbing through his phone.
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One year after passage, Trump health care law remains politically divisive
President Donald Trump signed the Big Beautiful Bill Act one year ago, and Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, told Scripps News the law has helped lower Medicaid costs and reduce fraud.Oz claimed the Trump administration has prevented ...
Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America
A new ranking of the nation's wealthiest suburbs, as measured by household income, finds much of America's wealth concentrated in a few metropolitan areas....
Review: The end is near for ‘Jackass’
"It was a good run, but as 'Best and Last' reminds us, all good things come to an end," Bruce Miller writes in his review.
West Nile cases surge in 2026 as CDC issues holiday advisory
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning ahead of the July 4 holiday weekend urging Americans to protect themselves against mosquito bites.Federal health officials say West Nile virus cases are at a two-decade high to start 2026, with 48 cases reported thro...
Celebrate Independence Day at Waco's Fourth on the Brazos!
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Waco’s biggest Fourth of July celebration is almost here! The city is inviting the community to spend Independence Day at Fourth on the Brazos: A 250th Anniversary Sky Spectacular this Saturday, July 4th! The event will take place at Touchdown Alley, next t...
This no-bake berry trifle brings a festive twist to the Fourth of July
Just in time for the holiday weekend, Scripps News food and wellness contributor Jessica DeLuise is putting a festive spin on a classic dessert. This no-bake treat combines the flavors of tiramisu, cannoli and berry trifle into one easy-to-make dessert.Cannoli Cream Cookie Berry ...
Red, White & Blue Music Festival coming to Downtown Killeen
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - The Killeen community is invited to celebrate Independence Day at the Red, White & Blue Music Festival! The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. This year's celebration marks 250 years of America with an evening full of live ...
Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat
A fishing trip of the California coast last week produced an extraordinary catch: a type of octopus that constructs its own shell to ride ocean currents....
Waco-area news briefs: State of the City Luncheon set for July 23 in Hewitt
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Waco-area news briefs: State of the City Luncheon set for July 23 in Hewitt - Waco Tribune-Herald
Waco-area news briefs: State of the City...
SSA issuing 250th anniversary Social Security cards
The Social Security Administration announced that it will issue limited-edition commemorative Social Security cards to children born in the United States between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026, as part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebration.The commemorative cards will function ...
Former infielder Presleigh Pilon joins Baylor staff as Director of Player Development
Presleigh Pilon, one of the best defensive players in program history, is returning to Baylor as the program’s Director of Player Development.
Times Square ball drop rings in America's 250th birthday
New York City is at the center of America's 250th birthday celebration, with the iconic Times Square ball drop reactivated for the occasion a rare sight outside of New Year's Eve.The Times Square ball drop is being used to honor the Fourth of July for the first time outside of i...
SB’s Pilon Returns to Waco as Director of Player Development - baylorbears.com
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The menu of 1776: turtle soup, meat pies and — yes! — mac & cheese
You don't kill Hessians, draft a declaration and capture Yorktown on an empty stomach. Just what did the founders eat?
Waco proposes drainage fee increase that could raise utility bills this year - KXXV
Waco propo...
Don't let affection for the past handcuff the present | Jerry Davich
Barney Fife stole a few minutes of my time. Again.
MLB's should-be 2026 All-Stars: 7 players deserving a trip to Philly
It’s a lot easier than it used to be putting together rosters for Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game. That doesn’t mean quality can’t slip through the cracks....
Scorching temperatures force changes to some July 4 events
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence from Great Britain kick into higher gear across the United States on Friday as celebrations are balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country bakes under extreme heat.President Donald Trump will ...
Spouse refuses to ever apologize or admit he's wrong
Dear Eric: My spouse is unable to say "Oops, sorry." He automatically denies having done the thing or blames me or my son — even if he literally just did it in front of me/us....
BACK IN BERLIN
TRAVEL
Use mustard seeds as a salt substitute
Dear Heloise: I love to cook, but my doctor warned me about using too much salt.
SPEED CLEAN
Despite juggling packed calendars and busy lives, folks still take pride in their homes. That means spring cleaning, of course, but also making sure to try new ways to keep things clean year-round. There's deep cleaning the house in one…...
GOING UNDERGROUND
WASHINGTON LANDMARKS
DRY VINTAGE
WORLDVIEW | CLIMATE
MIND OVER MEDICINE
Most people expect medicine to work because of what's behind a pill or recommended treatment plan, but sometimes people feel better even when a remedy contains no active ingredient at all. A sugar pill eases pain, a fake cream reduces…...
Social Security has gender gap
The gender income gap remains alive and well. Just ask older women collecting Social Security.
Face of recovery
GUN VIOLENCE
Some SNAP bans blocked
SPOTLIGHT| FOOD AID
NATO joins exercises off US coast amid political fight
OFF THE COAST OF NORTH CAROLINA — The warning came booming over the airwaves, in a voice unmistakably from the American south: "Warship! Get out of our waters!"...
A SHIFTING BORDER
AMERICA AT 250
Flick picks
ENTERTAINMENT
AMERICAN ANTHEMS
FOURTH OF JULY
Ovechkin returns to Capitals on 1-year deal
Alex Ovechkin passed on retirement to return to the Washington Capitals on a one-year deal.
THIS WEEK'S CUP RACE
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Brown 'excited and disappointed' by trade
Jaylen Brown said goodbye to Boston on Thursday, admitting he was "still processing how this all went down," a day after being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers....
'I drive for food'
Matthew Brabham's racing career could have gone any number of ways.
MLB standouts could be All-Star roster surprises
It's a lot easier than it used to be putting together rosters for Major League Baseball's All-Star Game. That doesn't mean quality can't slip through the cracks....
World Cup leads to record soccer ball imports
America has caught World Cup fever, and it is showing up in an unlikely place: trade data.
Estrella sticking with Michigan
Michigan transfer J.P. Estrella will remain with the Wolverines following head coach Dusty May's departure to the NBA, the big man told ESPN on Thursday....
Freeman to miss 2026-27 at St. John's
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the 2026-27 season after tearing his Achilles tendon during a workout.
OKC Thunder to bring back Waco's Williams
Waco native Kenrich Williams is set to return to the Oklahoma City Thunder after reaching an agreement on a one-year, $5 million deal, according to a Thursday report from NBA insider Chris Haynes....
Ex-Rams All-Pro LeRoy Irvin dies at 68
LeRoy Irvin, who spent the 1980s at cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, has died at 68.
Baylor's Nnaji transfers to George Mason
Former Baylor center James Nnaji is expected to continue his college career at George Mason, according to a report by DraftExpress on Thursday.
THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT
BAYLOR FOOTBALL
Russia hits Ukrainian capital, kills at least 25
KYIV — Russia launched hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's capital Kyiv in the early hours Thursday, killing at least 25 people, wounding scores more and damaging about 130 buildings in the deadliest attack on the capital…...
Rescuers dig out quake survivor
VENEZUELA
Officials: Stock shares OK for 'Trump accounts'
WASHINGTON — Individuals and corporations will be able to donate shares of stock to "Trump accounts," the government-backed newborn investment accounts created as part of President Donald Trump's landmark tax and immigration law, officials said Thursday....
Report: Job growth slows
US ECONOMY
Baylor grad keeps Trump excesses in check
Waco native, Baylor University class of '03 alumna and Democracy Forward President and CEO Skye Perryman, 44, highlighted in Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People of 2025" and the Washington Post's "50 People Shaping Our Society in 2026," was back…...
Martha Johnson
Jan 27, 1954 - Jun 19, 2026
Equality and freedom
This week we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Only a little more than three of my lifetimes have passed since the signing. Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration. John Adams and Benjamin Franklin helped edit it. Adams…...
Hoffmann
Lee newspapers in recent months have launched The Bright Side, an initiative to tell local stories that are uplifting and positive. There is no shortage of these, and the response from readers has been, well, positive. Lee's reporters also spent…...
A family tradition of giving
INVESTING IN COMMUNITY JOURNALISM
Patriotic parades
Several patriotic parades are scheduled around the area Saturday on the Fourth of July.
How to get a second bloom from your vitex
DEAR NEIL: I planted my first vitex last fall. It bloomed this spring, but I didn't realize what a short bloom time it has. Can it be cut back to encourage a second bloom for the fall? If so, when…...
City welcomes 2 new industrial developments amid water flap
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Bring your water bottle to holiday festivities
It is going to be a hot and humid holiday weekend. Temperatures will run in the upper 90s with mostly sunny skies. Dew points will fall from the 70s to the 60s this afternoon. That will bring the feels like temperature to around 101 degrees.The Brazos Valley is receiving more hum...
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