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Baylor Round Table now allowing men to pull up chairs
By Reagan Hunter | Reporter When seven Baylor women gathered in 1904 to form a literary and social club, they could hardly have imagined what their organization would look like 122 years later. Now, the Baylor Round Table is getting bigger. In March 2026, Baylor Round Table membe...
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Focus Magazine’s newest edition tells stories of young, old
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor As its title suggests, this fall’s Focus Magazine takes the reader “Journeying Through Life” in 23 pages. However, this journey would not be possible without its guides: Celina junior Reuben Samuels and Frisco senior Marisa Young , the two Focu...
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Rylan Griffen, former Texas A&M guard, granted a temporary restraining order, eligible to return for upcoming season
COLLEGE STATION, Texas -- Texas A&M basketball got some huge news Monday. Former Texas A&M guard Rylan Griffen is back. Judge John Brick in Brazos County granted Griffen a temporary restraining order, making him eligible to play for the Aggies this season. That’s a big deal for A...
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TAMU Police Department investigates stalking incident
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas A&M University Police Department (UPD) is currently investigating a stalking incident on campus and they are asking for anyone with more information to please come forward. The department reports that they received information on ...
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Diesel prices set a new record as Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian oil
The national average for a gallon of diesel surged above $6.20 Monday, marking the highest price ever recorded. These prices are up more than $0.30 in just one week and about $2.50 higher than they were a year ago. The record cost could soon impact the price of almost everything ...
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MCC volleyball rebounds with 4-set win at Vernon
McLennan volleyball bounced back from a conference loss Saturday by beating Vernon College, 3-1, on Monday night at the King Center.
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Border wall construction to remain paused as new suit over land ownership proceeds
Construction of the U.S. border wall near a Texas wildlife refuge will stay paused for now. The Texas county that owns a canal near the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge filed a lawsuit after construction contractors entered its property without permission and dumped dirt into t...
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Grimes County's new fire water rules for subdivisions leave some longtime residents skeptical
As Grimes County grows and new subdivisions emerge, questions are rising about whether there will be enough water available to fight fires in residential areas. The county has approved new regulations requiring fire water sources in new developments, but some residents worry the ...
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In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots
The Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to President Donald Trump's effort to restrict voting by mail....
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Waco NAACP talks National Voter Registration Day - KWKT
Waco NAACP talks National Voter Registration Day KWKT - FOX 44
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Brush fire ignites in Bosque County
BOSQUE COUNTY (KXXV) A large brush fire ignited in Bosque County Monday, according to the Clifton Texas Police. Fire crews from across the county are working on the fire near State Highway 6 and County Road 1035. The fire is estimated to be burning around 400 acres with 0% contai...
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Trump slams the Supreme Court for rejecting his push to restrict mail ballots
President Donald Trump on Tuesday went after the Supreme Court after it rejected his push to restrict mail-in voting in this years midterms, saying justices who opposed him were not the people I interviewed. The Trump administration had made a last-minute push to have the U.S. Po...
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Elm Creek Fire in Limestone Co. 100 percent contained
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Over 700 acres were reported burned in the Elm Creek Fire in Limestone County, east of Mart. As of Tuesday afternoon, the Texas A&M Forest Service reports about 737 acres burned with 100 percent containment. The Forest Service worked thr...
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Cruz, coaching legends make pitch for NIL bill on cusp of votes
WASHINGTON — Senate advocates of a bipartisan college sports overhaul bill were joined by legendary coaches and current athletes Monday to try shoring up support for the legislation, which is expected on the chamber floor this month. “Some have asked…...
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Pet of the Week: Timbo the Bulldog 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 Timbo in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Cent...
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Waco-area schools see continued gap in state security requirements, funding
In the three years since the state Legislature required public school districts to staff armed personnel on each campus, Waco Independent School District has asked for waivers from full implementation....
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NYC sues Trump administration over expanded ‘public charge’ immigration rule
New York City is suing the Trump administration over changes to a federal immigration test that city officials say could discourage legal immigrants from accessing basic public benefits. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Monday that the city filed a lawsuit challenging revisions to ...
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Texas A&M volleyball coach Jamie Morrison talks program growth, Reed Arena crowd, and future venue ideas
Texas A&M volleyball head coach Jamie Morrison says his program is in a different place than it used to be, and the proof is in how his players respond to losses. Coming off a split weekend that included a win over Stanford and a hard-fought loss to Wisconsin in front of 9,300 fa...
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Waco NAACP talks National Voter Registration Day
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day, which is a nationwide push to help eligible voters register or update their information ahead of the next election. Here in Waco, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is joining t...
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Mike’s Football Rewind: Blancett, McCurdy quarterback duel was the real deal
I left Friday’s Robinson-Lorena game wondering if I was falling for recency bias. After digging through the numbers, I’m convinced we witnessed one of Central Texas’ best QB duels....
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Texas A&M hosts Kentucky in SEC opener Saturday at Kyle Field
Texas A&M hosts Kentucky on Saturday at Kyle Field in the Aggies' first SEC game of the season. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. Central on ESPN. Texas A&M Football: Kentucky Preview Head coach Mike Elko expressed significant respect for the Wildcats heading into conference play, par...
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NFL: Ravens offense the big winner in Week 1; not so great performance by Cowboys defense
Even a so-so setup couldn't dampen the excitement surrounding the first Sunday of a new NFL regular season.
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Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Capitol Hill to resume Senate work
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) spoke to the press outside the Senate chamber on Capitol Hill Monday, making one of his first public appearances in months after he was hospitalized in June. McConnell was in a wheelchair Monday when he briefly addressed reporters. "I must admit after ...
safety
Family of six, pets displaced in Heights house fire
HARKER HEIGHTS, Texas (FOX 44) - A family of six and their pets have been displaced after a house fire in Harker Heights. Assistant Fire Chief/Fire Marshal Chris Mahlstedt says the Fire Department was dispatched to a residential structure fire in the 200 block of Lottie Lane at a...
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North Killeen overlay district aims to bring affordable housing, more development options
City leaders in Killeen could move forward with a plan to add an extra layer of zoning rules to the north side of town, with a final council vote scheduled for Oct. 20. The North Killeen Overlay District would stretch from Fort Hood Street to S WS Young Drive, changing zoning rul...
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What to do if you have — or suspect you have — shingles
Tingling, itching or burning in one area on one side of the body. A day or two later, a blistering rash. That telltale sequence suggests you have shingles....
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A Russian drone struck a passenger train just steps from a NATO border
A Russian drone struck a passenger train at a station near the Ukraine-Poland border on Sunday, just minutes after a diplomatic delegation that included former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt had passed through the same station. U...
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Why borrowing money from mom and dad can create conflict
More families are turning to the "Bank of Mom and Dad" to help buy homes and cover expenses. But experts warn those loans can come with hidden risks. An Australian study found that parents and their adult children often had very different ideas about whether the money was a gift ...
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Dave Aranda sticking with Baylor offensive line starters after mistake-filled game
Baylor head coach Dave Aranda remains confident that the Baylor offensive line is trending upwards after the unit committed five of the Bears' six offensive penalties on Saturday....
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The Average IRA Balance Just Hit a Record High: Are You Keeping Pace?
The best-performing quarter for U.S. stocks in six years and a sharp spike in contribution levels drove the average Individual Retirement Account (IRA) balance to a record high in the second quarter of 2026, according to Fidelity Investments....
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AI vendors can change their risk profile between reviews, and most oversight programs never notice
Vanta reports that organizations often overlook third-party risk management when adopting AI, leading to governance gaps.
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Motorcyclist injured in College Station crash
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) - A motorcyclist is in the hospital with serious injuries, according to College Station Police. A major crash occurred in the 100 block of Wellborn Road on Monday. One vehicle and one motorcycle were involved. Northbound Wellborn Road has been shut...
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Solar powers Texas to fastest electricity generation growth in the US
Electricity generation in Texas is outgrowing the rest of the nation as solar power booms to meet the demands of energy-intensive industries and population flocking to the state....
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4 ways to stretch your gas budget as prices rise
CreditFresh reports that rising gas prices are straining household budgets and offers suggestions to keep costs down.
business
Americans are feeling the squeeze, but holiday shopping marches on
Americans may be feeling uneasy about the economy, but holiday shopping is not expected to fall off a cliff. A new PwC survey found that consumers plan to spend about $700 on gifts this season, down just 2%. The survey found that Millennials are pulling back the most, with expect...
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Jasmine Crockett presents Chris Brown and Usher with congressional recognition
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) and Texas State Rep. Venton Jones (D-Dallas) made a surprise appearance during Usher and Chris Brown's concert at AT&T Stadium on Saturday to present the artists with legislative recognition. "We are here because of Chris Brown," Crockett ...
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Brice Cherry: When a US men's player finally breaks through, it'll draw even more fans
It’s hard to carry the weight of a country on your shoulders, but that’s where Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe and their buddies find themselves....
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More September heat this week
If you are a fan of summer, you are getting a big extension here in September. Counting Monday, we have seen the most 100s in a September...EVER! The old record was in 2011 at 11. We have now seen 12, and there could be more to come this week. Highs will be in the 98-101 range th...
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Private labels power $251 billion market as younger shoppers fuel growth
A new SPINS study found that private label sales climbed to more than $251 billion this year. Researchers said Gen Z and Millennials drove 81% of that growth. While they represent the majority of households, their contribution was disproportionately high, the study found. Gen Z s...
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Waco-area housing market: stable or stuck
Homebuyers may wonder if the Waco-area housing market is strong and stable or stuck in a rut.
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A rise in animal hoarding cases shows the riskier side of animal rescue
Animal hoarding cases are increasingly challenging rescuers nationwide. In recent months, stations with the Scripps News Group have reported several rescues involving dozens of animals, many living in overcrowded unhealthy conditions. In South Florida, investigators uncovered a c...
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US rail fuel surcharges on grain hit record highs, squeezing farmers in harvest season
Railroad fuel surcharges on grain shipments have more than doubled over the past year, rippling through the farm belt and raising transportation costs as many farmers struggle with higher costs....
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Remote workers are spending more time alone and reporting higher mental distress
Working remotely may come with an overlooked downside: more time spent alone and increased mental distress, according to a new study published in the journal Science. Remote work surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and has remained common even as many employees returned to the wo...
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Tara Avants moving from county prosecutor to US Attorney's office
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - The Chief of the McLennan County DA's Office Crimes against Children Unit is becoming a new Assistant United States Attorney in Waco. Tara Avants graduated from the Baylor Law School in 2017 and began her career as a prosecutor with the Limestone County Distric...
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Oprah Winfrey says Sphere show is culmination of her life's work
The three performances, scheduled for April 2-4, are part of a production called "Oprah Winfrey's AHA."
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Why are labs still running a test for inflammation with a 4-hour time limit?
ALCOR Scientific reports that labs' four-hour ESR test stability limit leads to inaccuracies due to sample handling.
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Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness
She hit the high F, held it, then blew out a breath and turned to look back at the band a quick, disbelieving glance toward her musical director. Some 30,000 people read it before they had finished screaming: Celine Dion did it. It was "All By Myself," the song the Quebec superst...
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2026 Week 4 Texas high school football rankings
Undefeated Mount Calm entered the DCTF state six-man rankings this week at No. 8 while Bremond maintained the top spot and Oglesby dropped out of the top 10. #txhsfb...
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EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants
The Environmental Protection Agency said Monday it is repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas, an action the agency said would remove more than $300 billion in costs for the industry and help unleash Amer...
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Babysitter charged with murder after baby found dead in Kentucky
A teen babysitter in Kentucky is facing multiple charges, including murder, after police say an 11-month-old child was found dead after the father returned home from work. According to the Central City Police Department, officers responded to a disturbance call around 5:10 p.m. o...
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Watt‘s too much? How much can you plug into one outlet?
HomeServe reports on the dangers of overloaded outlets, emphasizing the maximum safe limits of 1,440 watts for 15-amp and 1,920 watts for 20-amp circuits....
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Amazon suspends use of 21 Air, the cargo carrier whose plane careened off Miami runway and killed 5
Amazon said Sunday that it has suspended its partnership with 21 Air after one of the cargo carrier's planes loaded with Amazon packages careened off a Miami runway last week and killed five people. The Boeing 767 came in fast on Sept. 6 and then barreled roughly 1,300 feet (396 ...
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States that cap rent increases, and where support for rent control is building
TurboTenant reports on states with rent control laws, highlighting how these regulations vary locally.