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Temple pursuit leads to collision with Constable’s vehicle
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) - A pursuit in Temple resulted in the suspect vehicle colliding with a Bell County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office vehicle. The Bell County Sheriff’s Office says it attempted to stop a silver 2011 Chevrolet Cruze near North Kegley Road and West Adams Avenue i...
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Temple ISD Wildcat Mentors Kickoff Event to be held October 1st
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) - The Temple Independent School District's Wildcat Mentor program pairs students with volunteers from the community and school district to provide companionship, support, and positive role models. The annual kick-off event where mentees will meet their ment...
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As prices rise, TSTC offers fuel saving advice
Waco, TX (FOX44) - With gas and diesel prices high, TSTC instructors have come up with ways drivers can save fuel and thus save money. Automotive instructor Ty Liedtke said drivers looking to stretch their fuel dollars can boost efficiency through simple habits and routine mainte...
parks
City of Killeen readies for annual Veterans Day Parade
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) – It's time to dust off those camp chairs because as the weather begins to cool, and the holidays start lining back up, so does parade season. The annual Central Texas Veterans Day Parade returns to historic downtown Killeen on Wednesday, November 11, 2026...
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Guilty verdict in robbery trial connected to death
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A 54th District Court jury has returned a guilty verdict in the robbery trial of Brendon Le Osha Riggs in a crime that resulted in a death. Though the incident was fatal for the victim, a grand jury had indicted Riggs only for robbery in the September 25, 2020 ...
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Bryan city hall closed due to plumbing problem
Bryan, Tx (FOX44) - Bryan city hall has been closed for the remainder of the day Wednesday because of a plumbing issue. Repair work was underway late Wednesday morning to correct the problem. A city spokesman said essential city operations were unaffected and all other city build...
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Gun waved at convenience store brings police chase and arrest
Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - Tossing a weapon into a storm drain did not keep a man accused of waving it at a customer at a convenience store out of jail. It took a foot chase by officers and digging in the storm drain, but 39-year-old Lee Von Mabry, Jr ended up in the McLennan [....
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Rep. Sessions helps secure $1.7M in Woodway federal funding
WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - Congressman Pete Sessions and his staff have assisted in securing $1.7 million in federal funding for the Woodway community. This was discussed at Monday night’s City Council meeting. The city says this funding will support important infrastructure proje...
schools
Connally Cadets lend a helping hand
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A group of Connally High School Cadets is showing character, kindness, and pride! The Cadets noticed a neighbor in need on Tuesday morning. She was seen right next to campus and was out mowing her lawn. Without being asked, the Cadets took it upon themselve...
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Ascension Providence names new hospital president
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Ascension Providence has named its new president! The company says Hiram Jacob brings a decade of healthcare leadership and operational expertise to Central Texas. In this role, he will help advance Ascension's commitment as a faith-based healthcare provide...