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Riesel Car Show
Riesel Car Show The Riesel Lions Club Auto Classic Car & Truck Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Lions Park, 1270 E. Frederick St. in Riesel....
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Houthis advance along Yemeni coast
CAIRO — Iran-aligned Houthis seized control of Yemen's port city of Mocha on Thursday and advanced down the Red Sea coast to strategic islands, military sources said, hours after President Donald Trump said he expected the Iran war to end…...
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Guitar swap
Texas Music Cafe, 3004 Franklin Ave., will host its second annual Guitar Swap from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Musicians can buy, sell and trade guitars, pedals, amplifiers and other musical gear....
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Cake decorating workshop
Creative Waco will host a Grandparents & Me Mini Cake Decorating Workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center, 300 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd....
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Miniature jet rally
The Heart of Texas Miniature Aircraft Club will hold its 44th Greater Southwest Jet Rally through Saturday at Max Blose Field, 3400 Over Flow Road.
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Mexican Independence Day
The Waco Hispanic Museum will celebrate its 10th anniversary and Mexican Independence Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the South Waco Community Center, 2815 Speight Ave....
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Woodway Wine Festival
Tickets are on sale for the Woodway Wine and Food Festival Saturday at the Carleen Bright Aboretum, 1 Pavilion Way.
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The Rewind: September 11
Waco attorney recalls escape from World Trade Center during 9/11 attack
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A Tuesday under blue sky: Remembering 9/11
By Hannah Webb | News Editor The sky was blue. So were the ribbons tied around cars; so was the train that Meredith Sutton was supposed to take beneath the World Trade Center. Twenty-five years later, those shades of blue remain scattered through memories of Sept. 11, 2001 — a cl...
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Jimison’s free kick goal lifts Baylor past Marquette 1-0
By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer, Rylie Painter | LTVN Sports Broadcast Reporter It was a slow first 40 minutes. Baylor was trying to crack the tough Marquette defense but came up short multiple times. LTVN’s Rylie Painter has more. But things changed in the 43 rd minute when sen...
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Safety Michael Allen leads Baylor football through faith-first approach
By Cannon Fritz | Reporter When senior safety Michael Allen walks into Baylor’s locker room, he does not need to say much. His teammates already know what he represents. They have watched him lead in ways that do not require a spotlight, but in ways that begin long before he ever...
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What should Baylor improve? Student Government wants answers
By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer “If you could change something about Baylor’s campus, what would it be?” That is the question San Diego sophomore Noah Seroter asks in a reel Baylor Student Government posted on Instagram last week, urging students to complete a new survey about ca...
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Fraternities fire up grills for annual CASA Cookout and Concert
By Kamryn Anthis | Staff Writer With burgers on the grill and students voting for their favorites, Kappa Alpha Theta’s annual CASA Cookout and Concert turned Fountain Mall into a competition Thursday. Fraternities from across campus competed in a burger-grilling competition while...
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Trump, Republicans gather in Dallas for historic midterm convention
By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer A man dressed up as a brick wall, opinionated headwear and an abundance of USA chants — these were some of the sights and sounds from the historic Republican National Committee midterm convention in Dallas Wednesday and Thursday. The unprecedente...
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‘A smoother ride’: TxDOT plans major BU 77 redesign for I-35, University Parks
By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer The Texas Department of Transportation plans to transform part of BU 77 from a freeway into an urban boulevard, a change officials say will better reflect how people use the road today. TxDOT presented the proposed changes Thursday at a public meet...
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Waco restaurants need to cater to food sensitivities
By Lily Lemaire | Photo Intern You’ve likely seen the Delicious Without sections at the dining halls on campus, which serves food for people who have allergies or dietary restrictions. As someone with food sensitivities, I frequently eat at the delicious without section. Eating o...
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Leading from the front: Travion Barnes bringing relentless energy to Baylor defense
Every day after school, Travion Barnes would strap on his dad's old pads on and throw the football around to himself. He's been playing — and dominating — ever since....
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Jimison’s pinball goal leads Baylor soccer to 1-0 win over Marquette
If Aryanna Jimison were a hooper, her shot diet would mirror Steph Curry’s or Damian Lillard’s. The senior midfielder does, in fact, like her soccer shot attempts from way downtown....
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Reduce suicide’s stigma, not its severity
By The Editorial Board Joking about mental health is easy. Actually facing mental health issues head-on is not. September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In 2024, The Editorial Board put out a piece about raising suicide prevention awareness year-round. This year, we’re hel...
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What to Do in Waco: Sept. 11-17
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor The third and shortest week of classes thus far has almost concluded. If you’re already drowning in work like I am, here are some upcoming events to ease your tired brain. Come From Away | Sept. 11-17 | Times vary | Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lak...
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Coffee, convenience in hidden corner near campus
By Rhea Choudhary | Arts & Life Writer For Baylor students searching for their new study spot, a place to meet friends or a quick stop to grab a pick-me-up coffee before classes, convenience can matter even more than what is in a cup. Whether students come to try a pumpkin latte ...
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Maroon and White Report: Tyree Adams brings SEC experience, championship expectations to Texas A&M
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) -- Tyree Adams came to Texas A&M this season with SEC experience, a new opportunity and a clear goal. The senior offensive lineman transferred to the Aggies from LSU, bringing experience from 18 career games with 11 starts, primarily at tackle. Ada...
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Week 3 preview: Valley Mills (2-0) at Crawford (1-1)
Crawford and Valley Mills renew their rivalry after taking a two-year break. It'll be a good test for both programs, which appear to be serious playoff contenders....
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Week 3 preview: Bryan (0-2) at Waco High (1-1)
“These kids are learning to win, now we’ve got to learn to win more,” Waco High's Esrom Martinez said. “You can’t get too big-headed, you’ve got to stay humble.”...
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Week 3 preview: Marlin (0-2) at Chilton (1-1)
As Marlin tries to find its footing under first-year head coach Ayrus Gaines, the Bulldogs welcome Chilton, with star QB Marneko Thomas starting to find his rhythm....
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Week 3 preview: Connally (0-2) at Fairfield (1-1)
Connally is hungry to redeem itself after blowout losses to China Spring and Lorena to open the year, though homestanding Fairfield seems like the favorite, averaging 50.5 points so far....
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Week 3 preview: Hillsboro (1-1) at Whitney (1-1)
Both of these teams put up 60-plus last week. Whitney remains in the very capable hands of all-rounder Kobe Haynes, while Hillsboro features RB Braylen Benson and QB De’Marrion Green....
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Week 3 preview: Groesbeck (2-0) at Troy (2-0)
Groesbeck, which went 2-8 last season, might be the Centex surprise team so far. And Troy has posted a couple of eye-opening wins as well, beating both Salado and Mexia....
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More Central Texas games to watch: Week 3
Here's a breakdown of some of the other top games in Central Texas high school football for Week 3 — Waco High-Bryan, University-Stony Point, Connally-Fairfield, Crawford-Valley Mills and more....
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JD Vance takes center stage at Republican midterm convention as the party faces midterm risks
Republicans opened the second and final day of their midterm convention in Dallas on Thursday knowing that history is not on their side this election season, but counting on President Donald Trump to propel voters to protect their House and Senate majorities. They're also setting...
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Week 3 preview: University (2-0) at Round Rock Stony Point (0-2)
University has shown that so far this season, it doesn’t lack firepower.
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Week 3 preview: Teague (0-2) at Mexia (1-1)
Mexia hasn’t been afraid to air things out this season, and the Blackcats will have another chance to do that against Teague on Friday.
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'It's not safe here': Former President Bush, Condoleeza Rice remember moments after 9/11 attacks
George W. Bush was spirited away from a classroom in Florida to a secure location in the Midwest just minutes after learning of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks....
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The Almost Story of America's Luckiest Penney
(FOX 44) - Born to retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel John Penney, high flying and heroism are in Heather Penney's blood. Penney got her pilot's license at 18 and headed to Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas, where she earned her nickname "Lucky". She was the only woman in her Fi...
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President Bush, chief of staff react to 9/11 terrorist attacks
(FOX 44) - September 11, 2026 marks 25 years since the the deadliest terrorist attack in U.S. history. What was U.S. President George W. Bush doing at the time of the attacks? On September 11th, 2001, President Bush, a Texan in the White House, was visiting a school in Sarasota, ...
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He Was There: Local First Responder Recalls His 9/11 Experience At Ground Zero
ROCKPORT, Texas (FOX 44) - Mike Donoho spent 34 years with the Bryan Fire Department before retiring in 2012 and moving to Rockport, just north of Corpus Christi. A small part of his experience was being part of the recovery efforts shortly after the September 11, 2001, tragedy t...
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Former Texas Task Force 1 member reflects on 9/11 experience
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) - A Texas Task Force 1 member who was deployed to Ground Zero, who is now the director of the Texas Department of Emergency Management, recalls his experience. Nim Kidd was a member of the San Antonio Fire Department when he got the call to go to G...
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The 'Princess' of Texas Task Force 1
TEXAS (FOX 44) - The last surviving Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Search & Rescue Canine from September 11 was laid to rest on June 6, 2016. According to the Department of Homeland Security, Bretagne (pronounced Brit-nee) was an invaluable partner to members of Tex...
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9/11 Remembrance 25 Years Later: A Central Texas South Tower Survivor Story
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Texas remembers 25 years after 9/11 - and for one Central Texan, he not only remembers, but he's a 9/11 survivor. J.D. Ressetar is a Waco attorney who was in the South Tower of the World Trade Center on the morning of September 11th, 2001 - the tragic day o...
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New York Still Remembers: Brian Birdwell 25 Years After 9/11
NEW YORK, N.Y. (FOX 44) - The Honorable Brian Birdwell was serving on the Department of the Army staff at the Pentagon 25 years ago - when the September 11th terrorist attacks nearly took his life. Now he's back at the Pentagon carrying the memories of those who never made it out...
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Your pups can cool off at the Bow Wow Luau!
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - If your four-legged bestie has been feeling the Texas heat, we have some doggone good news! The City of Killeen is opening up the pool just for the pups this weekend for the annual Bow Wow Luau! For more information, you can watch our interview above....
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Baylor looks to bounce back in home opener against Prairie View A&M
Baylor returns to Waco this weekend to host Prairie View A&M in its home opener at McLane Stadium Saturday night at 7 p.m., looking for their first win of the season after a close 17-16 loss to Auburn. WATCH the full preview here: Baylor looks to bounce back in home opener agains...
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Baylor volleyball removes the sting from previously unbeaten Georgia Tech
Baylor snapped back to life nicely after being swept by No. 17 Florida last time out, and in the process handed Georgia Tech its first loss of the season....
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Set to make history: Christian Basnight on this year's US Open semifinal
If you haven't been watching the U.S. Open, now a would be a good time to tune in. It's a historic race on both the men's and women's side, set to feature two African-American athletes in the men's singles semifinal: Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton. Scripps News spoke with online ...
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Teen charged in 2025 Belton fatal shooting
BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) - A Temple teenager has been arrested in connection with a Belton shooting death in 2025. The Belton Police Department says 18-year-old Jesse Hernandez III has been arrested on a charge of Criminally Negligent Homicide. A Bell County Grand Jury indicted Her...
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Brackens representing Central Texas on Team USA 3-on-3 roster
McKinna Brackens, the former Fairfield Lady Eagles star, will compete for Team USA alongside Georgia’s Dani Carnegie, Oregon’s Katie Fiso and Minnesota’s Tori McKinney....
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Storms look to push in from the north for some in Central Texas
Radar is alive around Texas tonight. We've been monitoring two areas closely. One is the sea breeze which has pushed spotty showers through the Brazos Valley and along I-45, which is fairly far north. The second is a line of thunderstorms that moved through Wichita Falls and Abil...
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Week 3 preview: Maypearl (1-1) at West (1-1)
If West wants to find success against Maypearl in its home opener, the Trojans will need their best defensive performance yet. #txhsfb
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Anthropic says it blocked possible attempts to use AI to develop bioweapons
Anthropic says it has blocked multiple accounts that used the companys artificial intelligence models in ways that could support the development of biological weapons. In a report published Thursday, the AI company known for its Claude model said it considers biological misuse on...
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Week 3 preview: Kerens (0-2) at No. 5 Axtell (2-0)
Axtell isn’t satisfied with just a couple of wins. They want more — a lot more. The chance for 3-0 arrives with visiting Kerens, which spoiled the Longhorns' Week 2 last year....
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Week 3 preview: No. 3 La Vega (2-0) at Tyler Chapel Hill (0-2)
La Vega will attempt to avoid a trap game after a 57-0 win last week. The Pirates are playing up, facing 4A-D1 schools with two 5As—University and Waco High—coming up....
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Waco, cities like Hewitt, McGregor get impressive sales tax rebates
Whether driven by 250th-anniversary revelry or rising prices, Waco-area shoppers spent freely in July. Proof lies in the sales tax checks cities received this week....
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Grimes County woman loses $23,000 after scammer impersonates her pastor via email
Grimes County woman loses $23,000 in church impersonation scam Watch the full story here: Grimes County woman loses $23,000 after scammer impersonates her pastor via email A Grimes County woman lost $23,000 after scammers impersonated her pastor in an email, asking her to purchas...
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Dead deer, tires and gasoline: Killeen car wash manager says illegal dumping has ramped up, city isn't helping
A car wash manager on East Rancier Avenue says he has been dealing with illegal dumping on his property for years and that it has gotten worse lately. When he turned to the city for help, he says the response fell short. Robert Shoemaker has managed the car wash for more than 20 ...
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Local rancher says consumer beef safety fears are growing amid tariff changes
A Coryell County rancher says consumers are more concerned about beef safety than prices following a temporary tariff waiver that allowed more foreign beef into the United States. At the beginning of September, President Trump temporarily waived tariffs on imported beef, with the...
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US prosecutor overseeing probe of Trump foes resigns
Joseph diGenova’s departure injects uncertainty into an investigation that sought to establish the president as the victim of a criminal conspiracy.
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Child riding an e-bike to school was hit by a car in Robinson
A child riding an e-bike to school was struck by a car Thursday morning at the intersection of West Tate Avenue and South Old Robinson Road in Robinson, according to police. WATCH HERE: Child riding an e-bike to school was hit by a car in Robinson Robinson Police Chief Larry Adam...