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Trump admin approves sale of stealth F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia

The Trump administration has approved a potential multi-billion-dollar sale of stealth F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a move that would bolster the Gulf allys military, even as it threatens to shift the balance of power in the Middle East. The US State Department announced th...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Lariat TV News: September 18th, 2026

By Claire Marie Scott | LTVN Executive Producer, Aiden Richmond | LTVN Managing Editor Welcome back to Lariat TV News. This week we have more on James Talarico’s visit to Waco. And we preview football’s upcoming matchup against Louisiana Tech University. Plus, a new Baptist stude...

Baylor LariatSep 18, 2026

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CEOs now earn 325 times more than workers, report says

Americas chief executives are getting paid more than ever. A report from the Economic Policy Institute found that CEO pay at the top 350 companies rose 14% in 2025 to an average of $28 million. That means CEOs now make roughly 325 times as much as a typical worker. In 1965, CEOs ...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Crawford’s Rhodes chooses Oregon State

Crawford junior corner infielder Kodi Rhodes announced Monday that she has verbally committed to play softball at Oregon State.

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Built Ford Tough nominations sought

Central Texas girls sports’ coaches are encouraged to submit nominations for the Built Ford Tough Texas Girls’ Athlete of the Month Award.

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Midway catcher Davis headed to Oregon State

Midway senior catcher Lilly Davis announced Sept. 10 that she has verbally committed to continue her softball career at Oregon State.

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Princess Diana's famous 'revenge dress' goes on show ahead of auction

Revenge has rarely been so stylish. A striking black dress worn by the late Princess Diana on the day her estranged husband publicly admitted adultery is going up for auction at Sothebys, with a presale estimate of up to $300,000. First, the revenge dress, as it has become known,...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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McGregor softball star Seward picks Tarleton

McGregor junior middle infielder and outfielder Brylee Seward, a former Super Centex Newcomer of the Year, announced Sept. 10 that she has verbally committed to continue her softball career at Tarleton....

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Robinson's McCurdy pockets Built Ford Tough Award

The senior quarterback won the Texas Built Ford Tough Player of the Week after throwing for 457 yards and 4 TDs vs. Lorena, adding another 127 rushing and 3 TDs....

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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3 US cities picked to host first women’s volleyball World Cup in North America

Three cities in the United States were selected as sites for the 2027 women's volleyball World Cup, the new name for the world championships, the sport's international governing body announced Thursday. The 32-nation tournament will be played in North America for the first time A...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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A new era in Buffalo: Bills open stadium with spectacle and scoring burst

In opening the Buffalo Bills' new stadium, rookie coach Joe Brady was more interested in seeing his team put on a clinic rather than a show. Turns out, Brady got to see both in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the Bills' first regular-season game at Hig...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Belichick can help accelerate Swinney’s Clemson downfall

If Dabo Swinney loses to Bill Belichick, we’ll be asking for the second time in three weeks: Can Clemson find a suitable offramp with a once-fantastic, but now failing, coach?...

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Toys ‘R’ Us comeback: Retailer opening 120 new stores this holiday season

Toys R Us is opening 120 new standalone stores across the country this holiday season as the toy retailer continues to expand its U.S. presence. The new locations will bring the total number of Toys R Us stores in the U.S. to 160. This is a major moment for Toys R Us as we signif...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Another DC institution battles Trump over putting his name on building

Another DC institution is fighting to stop President Donald Trump from permanently planting his name on the front of their building. The US Institute of Peace and its ousted board members on Thursday asked a federal appeals court for emergency relief to prevent the administration...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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7 reasons personal spending budgets fail

Beyond Finance reports that personal budgets often fail due to design flaws like unrealistic numbers, omitted irregular expenses, and no enjoyable spending allowance....

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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7-Eleven customers can fill almost any container with Slurpees on Saturday

Start looking for your craziest containers. 7-Eleven is bringing back a fan-favorite tradition on Saturday. Customers can bring almost any container to fill with a Slurpee for less than $2. The company says unusual items such as popcorn buckets or fish bowls are allowed. RELATED ...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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What the Fed's recent rate hike means for your money

The increase marks the first big move on interest rates under new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh. Here's a look at what it means for consumers in four key areas....

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Is your skin care truly clean? A data-backed checklist

Ogee reports on consumers' demand for clean skincare, adding that a checklist can guide shoppers to verify product transparency, ingredient safety, and third-party certifications for informed purchases....

Waco Tribune-HeraldSep 18, 2026

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Troy murder suspect in jail after lengthy manhunt

Troy, Tx (FOX44) - A 38-year-old suspect in a Troy homicide identified as 38-year-old Jonathan Allen Nance-Karl is in the Bell County Jail after a lengthy manhunt Thursday. Troy police say their officers were sent to the 700 block of Tower Street at 1:23 a.m. Thursday on a report...

FOX 44 News (KWKT)Sep 18, 2026

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Flights briefly halted at Reagan National after pilots report drone near runway

Flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport were stopped for about 20 minutes on Wednesday night after two pilots spotted a drone flying over the active runway, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. We saw, like, a drone or something that went flying by, prob...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Warren Buffett cedes Berkshire Hathaway chairmanship after decades at helm

Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role at the $1 trillion conglomerate for more than 50 years. Buffett, 96, will become chairman emeritus and will take on his new role immediately, the company said Friday. His son, Howard, will...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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CDC delay leaves some children waiting for updated COVID-19 vaccines

Theres a delay in COVID-19 vaccines for children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not made the newest COVID-19 vaccines available through the Vaccines for Children program. The program provides free shots to uninsured children in the United States. About half o...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026

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Triple digits stay, but humidity drops this weekend

High pressure and the heat dome remain the dominant weather influence. Peak temperatures should hang out right at the triple digit threshold from Friday to Monday. Today will be a little humid with feels like temperatures around 103. A large plume of dry air moves into Central Te...

KXXV (ABC 25) NewsSep 18, 2026