The Baltimore Ravens announced Waco native Kyle Youmans as the new voice of their franchise.Watch the full story here: From Midway to Maryland: Kyle Youmans named new voice of Baltimore Ravens"It's incredible. The goal since I set out in broadcasting was always play-by-play. I wanted to be a voic...
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Making memories through masterpieces — and this weekend (June 27 & 28, 2026), residents at The Blake At Waco have been showcasing masterpieces and memories, literally. Thirty of the assisted living facility's residents participated in the "Masterpieces & Memories Showcase" ...
No change to the heat part of the forecast. High temperatures will remain in the mid- to upper- 90s in Central Texas for the foreseeable future. Holding off on officially forecasting 100 because soil moisture is still high enough to dampen extreme-heat potential. Basically, if the grass is still ...
The Beltonian Theatre is under new ownership and reopening its doors, with new owners Katie and Joey Carlin ready to restore the historic downtown Belton landmark while creating a community gathering space for generations to come.Watch the story here: Beltonian Theatre reopens under new ownershi...
North Killeen has been without a grocery store for years, and city council members are now joining residents in demanding answers about how the issue was overlooked for so long.Watch the story here: City of Killeen investigating lack of grocery store initiative for North KilleenThe City of Kille...
We've reached the World Cup knockout stage. But before we look ahead, let's take a look at which players have stood out so far.
The United States and Iran agreed to stop strikes against each other, a senior U.S. official said, according to a report Sunday by Axios.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - With school out for summer, there's no better time for kids and adults to dig into a good book! You can find out about the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge in our interview above.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - FINALLY, after months of training, days of preparation and set up, the packets were all picked up, and the athletes were ready to run, swim, and bike their way around Cameron Park and through the Brazos River for the annual TriWaco. Hundreds of triathletes, and even the wea...
Both top-seeded players are facing significant questions as the tennis calendar unfolds to the 139th edition of the Wimbledon Championships on Monday in London.
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 [...]
Retirement planners sometimes speak of a "magic number": a rough estimate of how much money an American might need to retire in comfort. Not surprisingly, the number keeps rising.
The remains of at least 117 dogs were found on the grounds of a California no-kill animal shelter, many of them with gunshot wounds, authorities said.The Humboldt County Sheriffs Office said Friday that it also discovered 21 canine skulls, hundreds of bones and other remains during searches at Mi...
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Law enforcement agencies from all across Texas, including the McLennan County SO, are extending their condolences to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office as they mourn the loss of one of their own, killed in the line of duty early this morning, (June 28, 2026...
Offseason in name only. The NFL rests for no one. On the surface, this NFL offseason didn't come with a loaded free-agent class or a draft that promised headlines.
PHOTO GALLERY — Check out some scenes from TriWaco today in downtown Waco.
The next time you want to use a restroom in a restaurant, you might have to reach for your wallet.
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The best youth golf tournament in Texas, the Texas Youth Classic, is returning for a second-straight year - and FOX 44 is once again the proud official media sponsor! The event spans from Tuesday, June 30th to July 1st, with registration open until this Thursday! If you wou...
Here's what shoppers bought and how much they spent during Amazon.com's annual sales event.
Widespread flooding across Kentucky has left at least four dead and prompted dozens of rescues after heavy rains wiped out bridges, inundated roads and flooded homes. More significant rainfall is expected to push east through parts of Kentucky and Tennessee on Sunday.One person died in Jackson Co...
They include Americans seeking refuge from political turmoil in the United States.
In the first three months of 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased nearly a dozen commercial warehouses as part of an effort to rapidly expand its detention space.
Three firefighters have died battling a fast-moving blaze along the Colorado-Utah border, officials said, as dozens of infernos rage across the Southwest, with Utah imposing sweeping restrictions on Fourth of July fireworks ahead of the nations 250th Independence Day.The National Weather Service ...
One in five women delayed or passed up menopause treatment due to financial concerns and only 26% have insurance coverage for hormone replacement therapy, according to a 2025 study.
France saw around 1,000 additional deaths last week at the height of its record-smashing heat wave, the country's public health agency said Sunday, as Europeans elsewhere were suffering through yet another day of new temperature highs that sparked wildfires in Germany and had Berlin police using ...
The phaseout of the 20-year-old subsidies, accelerated under Trump’s 2025 tax law, could drive contract prices for wind and solar energy up by 40% to 50%.
Latinos are one of the swingiest demographics in the American electorate, polls show, their political allegiances tending to shift in rhythm with economic ebbs and flows.
By 1849, decades after the United States declared its independence, the earliest known people of what soon would become the city of Waco had already been forced from the area.
At this point, it's no longer a question of whether Braxton Ashcraft belongs in the All-Star conversation.
COLLEGE STATION — After going winless in three games of Pool G play Friday, Temple's football squad won its opening consolation bracket game before falling in its second-round matchup, officially ending Central Texas' run on the third and final day…
Cultivate Waco will host a watercolor workshop at 11 a.m. Saturday at its new home, 924 Austin Ave., Suite 100.
Woodway's next farmers market will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Carleen Bright Arboretum, 9001 Bosque Blvd.
Your candy — like your Cheetos and cereal — may soon be less colorful.
Snake's TopBallerUSA is organizing a four-week 3-on-3 soccer tournament at Hacienda Parra, 2526 E. Old Axtell Road near Axtell.
The Waco Six Shooters' third annual Granny Basketball fundraiser game will start at 2:30 p.m. July 11 in The Highlands gym at McLennan Community College. Doors will open at 1:30.
The heat and mostly dry weather continues next week with highs in the upper 90s and heat index values near 100-105. Outside of some low rain chances for portions of East TX on Thursday, dry weather will prevail with plenty of sunshine. Stay cool, remember to stay hydrated, and take plenty of brea...
There’s no question about “can you see” when it comes to American flags in Waco's skies: It’s hard to miss something that tops 2,000 square feet atop a 100-foot flagpole.
At this point, it’s no longer a question of whether Braxton Ashcraft belongs in the All-Star conversation. It’s a matter of how strong his case has become.
As we approach the Fourth of July, some of our neighbors are buying fireworks early, regardless of the economy. Americans are expected to spend nearly $3 billion on fireworks this year. We just want to enjoy the day," said Preston Greer. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:This is kinda a recent tradition for u...
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