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Brown 'excited and disappointed' by trade
Jaylen Brown said goodbye to Boston on Thursday, admitting he was "still processing how this all went down," a day after being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers....
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'I drive for food'
Matthew Brabham's racing career could have gone any number of ways.
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MLB standouts could be All-Star roster surprises
It's a lot easier than it used to be putting together rosters for Major League Baseball's All-Star Game. That doesn't mean quality can't slip through the cracks....
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World Cup leads to record soccer ball imports
America has caught World Cup fever, and it is showing up in an unlikely place: trade data.
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Estrella sticking with Michigan
Michigan transfer J.P. Estrella will remain with the Wolverines following head coach Dusty May's departure to the NBA, the big man told ESPN on Thursday....
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Freeman to miss 2026-27 at St. John's
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the 2026-27 season after tearing his Achilles tendon during a workout.
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OKC Thunder to bring back Waco's Williams
Waco native Kenrich Williams is set to return to the Oklahoma City Thunder after reaching an agreement on a one-year, $5 million deal, according to a Thursday report from NBA insider Chris Haynes....
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Ex-Rams All-Pro LeRoy Irvin dies at 68
LeRoy Irvin, who spent the 1980s at cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, has died at 68.
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Baylor's Nnaji transfers to George Mason
Former Baylor center James Nnaji is expected to continue his college career at George Mason, according to a report by DraftExpress on Thursday.
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GOP tries to use progressive surge
WASHINGTON — Democrats head into November's midterm elections with potential advantages, including the unpopularity of President Donald Trump and voter anger with Republicans over high prices....
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Russia hits Ukrainian capital, kills at least 25
KYIV — Russia launched hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's capital Kyiv in the early hours Thursday, killing at least 25 people, wounding scores more and damaging about 130 buildings in the deadliest attack on the capital…...
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Officials: Stock shares OK for 'Trump accounts'
WASHINGTON — Individuals and corporations will be able to donate shares of stock to "Trump accounts," the government-backed newborn investment accounts created as part of President Donald Trump's landmark tax and immigration law, officials said Thursday....
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Report: Job growth slows
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Trump gets reprieve on US park exhibits
BOSTON — A U.S. appeals court lifted a judge's order Thursday requiring President Donald Trump's administration to reinstall dozens of exhibits that it removed from national parks on topics such as slavery and climate change....
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Baylor grad keeps Trump excesses in check
Waco native, Baylor University class of '03 alumna and Democracy Forward President and CEO Skye Perryman, 44, highlighted in Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People of 2025" and the Washington Post's "50 People Shaping Our Society in 2026," was back…...
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Equality and freedom
This week we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Only a little more than three of my lifetimes have passed since the signing. Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration. John Adams and Benjamin Franklin helped edit it. Adams…...
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Lee newspapers in recent months have launched The Bright Side, an initiative to tell local stories that are uplifting and positive. There is no shortage of these, and the response from readers has been, well, positive. Lee's reporters also spent…...
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Fourth on the Brazos
The city of Waco's annual Fourth on the Brazos fireworks show will begin at dusk Saturday at Touchdown Alley outside McLane Stadium, 1001 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd....
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Patriotic parades
Several patriotic parades are scheduled around the area Saturday on the Fourth of July.
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How to get a second bloom from your vitex
DEAR NEIL: I planted my first vitex last fall. It bloomed this spring, but I didn't realize what a short bloom time it has. Can it be cut back to encourage a second bloom for the fall? If so, when…...
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City welcomes 2 new industrial developments amid water flap
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Fire officials: Car crashes into utility pole and catches fire in Teague
A vehicle caught fire after crashing into a utility pole early Friday on North Roberts Lane, according to the Teague Volunteer Fire Department.In a Facebook post, the department says a fire crew responded to the crash at 12:22 a.m. after receiving reports of a vehicle that had st...
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July 4 closures start Friday for some offices and services
With July 4 falling on a Saturday this year, some organizations and businesses are closing Friday, one day ahead of Independence Day.Most nonessential federal offices, including the Social Security Administration and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, will be closed Friday...
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Brazos Valley Mountain Bike Association builds community on the trails of Bryan Lake
The Brazos Valley Mountain Bike Association is bringing neighbors together on two wheels, holding time trials at Bryan Lake and welcoming riders of all skill levels. BVMBA Get to know the groupThe group hosts a year-round social ride, typically on Tuesday evenings, and moves loca...
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Longtime Central Texas coach retires after 34 years
Lonnie Judd has spent 34 years in education, coaching, and administration. He made an announcement on social media that he is turning in the whistle.Why is he retiring? To give time to his family.Watch the full story here: Longtime Central Texas coach retires after 34 years"I've ...
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Lineup announced for Baylor's Summer on Turner Plaza event
Baylor Athletics announces the lineup of student-athletes and coaches that will appear for the Summer on Turner Plaza event at the Foster Pavilion.Summer on Turner Plaza is a free family-friendly community event series held each Thursday in July outside the Foster Pavilion.Fans w...
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Despite rise in online shopping, Waco residents still prefer the in-store experience
Waco residents are still heading to brick-and-mortar stores even as online shopping continues to grow, with many citing reasons that a website simply cannot replicate.Watch Full Story Here: Despite rise in online shopping, Waco residents still prefer the in-store experienceCapita...
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Bring your water bottle to holiday festivities
It is going to be a hot and humid holiday weekend. Temperatures will run in the upper 90s with mostly sunny skies. Dew points will fall from the 70s to the 60s this afternoon. That will bring the feels like temperature to around 101 degrees.The Brazos Valley is receiving more hum...
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Holiday heat safety: Waco-area doctors warn of heat-related illness risks this Fourth of July weekend
Many people will be spending time outside this Fourth of July weekend, but doctors at Baylor Scott and White in Waco say the heat can turn dangerous fast especially for kids and older adults.Watch Full Story Here: Holiday heat safety: Waco-area doctors warn of heat-related illne...
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McGregor welcomes 2 new industrial developments as it faces water challenges
McGregor continues to wheel and deal, selling land to a would-be data center developer and to a Florida manufacturer that may hire 500 long-term.
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Scripps News poll: Americans excited to celebrate July 4, but divided on Trump’s role
A majority of Americans are excited to celebrate the country's 250th birthday, but are divided about President Donald Trumps role in the festivities, a new Scripps News/Talker Research poll finds.More than 7 in 10 Americans say they are very or somewhat excited to celebrate the n...
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The Rewind: July 3
Twin Bridges crossing scheduled to go down to 2 lanes in August
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East Waco Little League softball heads to state tournament for first time in more than 40 years - kcentv.com
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Waco-area news briefs: Little League Softball Southwest Regional opens July 17 in Waco
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Waco little league team heads to state competition in West Texas - kcentv.com
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Waco food truck Taqueria Mis Maria's closes after 10 years due to new city ordinances - KXXV
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Waco proposes drainage fee increase that could raise utility bills this year
The city of Waco is proposing a slight increase to its drainage fee, which could mean higher utility bills for residents before the end of the year.The drainage fee is designed to help manage rainwater runoff and is calculated based on how much of a property is covered by surface...
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Baylor Is Shaking Up Its Ticket Policy with the New ‘Waco Rush Pass’ - KTEM-AM
Baylor Is Shaking Up Its Ticket Policy with the New ‘Waco Rush Pass’ <f...
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Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers
The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the popes consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It excommunicated its bishops and priests, and warned its faithful that they...
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Supreme Court ruling on TPS opens hundreds of thousands to deportation from the US
Less than a week after a decision from the U.S. Supreme Court, the Trump administration is taking the steps to cancel TPS, or temporary protected status, for thousands of migrants who came to the U.S. from at least seven countries.The countries include Ethiopia, Burma, South Suda...
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Red Sox’ Willson Contreras among four players suspended for role in brawl
BOSTON — Willson Contreras was suspended seven games for his role in Tuesday’s benches-clearing incident between the Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals at Fenway Park, Major League Baseball announced Thursday evening. The veteran first baseman is one of four…...
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Joanna Gaines says she is 'sick' after exposing secret room inside Texas farmhouse - HELLO! Magazine
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Thursday Night Forecast with Meteorologist Zavian Colón
Seasonably hot weather will continue through the July 4th holiday weekend with afternoon highs in the mid to upper 90s and heat index values between 100 and 105 degrees. While most locations will remain dry, isolated afternoon and early evening thunderstorms are possible each day...
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Baylor unveils new Waco Rush Pass - kcentv.com
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Celebrate America at the Red, White & Blue Music Festival
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - America's 250th birthday is just around the corner, and we want to tell you about a festive event to help you celebrate the stars and stripes in style! For more information about the City of Killeen's Red, White & Blue Music Festival, you can watch our i...
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Between the Notes: Driving home with the Branford Marsalis Quartet
Some concerts end the second the house lights come up. This performance followed my wife and me out of the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara, California, lingering deeply well after the final notes faded. We immediately found ourselves hunting down…...
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How Rock and Roll helped shape America's first 250 years
The story of the first 250 years of America cannot be written without the story of American music. Blues, jazz, big band, folk and country, yes, but arguably no genre of music is more closely tied to the growth and evolution of this country than what is celebrated in Cleveland on...
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Bryan Welcomes Liberty Tree into Town for America 250
BRYAN, Texas (FOX 44) — Bryan got a blast from the past Thursday morning as the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Brazos County Historical Commission held a special event for America's 250th anniversary. The groups dedicated a Liberty Tree at the Boonville Heritage Pa...
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MCC mulling tax increase after $3.1 million drop in state revenue
McLennan Community College trustees are considering a roughly half-cent tax rate increase this year to narrow a budget gap partially caused by a $3.1 million drop in state revenue....
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Killeen's Red White and Blue Festival expected to draw up to 15,000 as downtown businesses feel the boost
Downtown Killeen is gearing up for the Red White and Blue Festival this weekend, one of six festivals in 2026 and local business owners say the impact on their bottom line is hard to overstate.Watch the story here: Killeen's Red White and Blue Festival expected to draw up to 15...
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Brazos Valley Bombers take barnstorm tour to Caldwell with free pop-up game for sold-out crowd
The Brazos Valley Bombers brought their Barnstorm tour to Caldwell High School, drawing a sold-out crowd of 1,000 fans for a free game as the team continues building its presence across the Brazos Valley. Brazos Valley Bombers pop up game in CampbellThe pop-up game is part of a b...
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Holiday weekend events fuel downtown growth in Gatesville
The City of Gatesville is building on months of community events aimed at drawing people back to its downtown, with a packed weekend that includes the city's first-ever PickleFest and its first Fourth of July parade in more than a decade.Watch the story here: Holiday Events Fuel...
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