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Who rigged the economy against workers?
Widespread worker insecurity and downward mobility in today's American economy contrast sharply with expanding prosperity and opportunity in the postwar era that extended into the mid-1970s. In that earlier period, good-paying jobs were so plentiful that high school-educated work...
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Grimes County chose the future
The Grimes County Commissioners Court as well as the Anderson-Shiro and Iola school boards recently made one of the most consequential economic development decisions in our nation's history, clearing the way for what will be one of the largest industrial…...
government
1.2M Texans on 'suspense' list
More than 1.2 million Texas voters are on the state's voter suspense list, meaning election officials have been unable to confirm their current address....
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Election officials: Mail ballot rule too late
Current and former election officials said it would take something short of "an act of God" for their states and localities to comply with a new U.S. Postal Service mail-in ballot rule just weeks before the midterm elections....
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Looking at candidates' education priorities
The outcome of Texas' gubernatorial race will determine the future of testing, school district takeovers and who oversees public education for nearly 5.5 million children....
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Social studies rewrite to conclude this week
A rewrite of what Texas high schoolers learn in history, government and geography is expected to receive final approval this week.
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Experts, lawyers puzzled over Venezuela deal
A massive long-term oil deal expected to grant the U.S. access to a fifth of Venezuela's crude reserves has energy experts and lawyers questioning its legality and eventual execution, while calling on both governments for contract transparency....
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$1 insurance fee paid for thousands of Flock cameras
In 2023, the Texas Legislature unanimously passed a law raising auto insurance costs for Texans by $1 to combat rampant catalytic converter theft.
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Nearly 30,000 locally on 'suspense' list
Nearly one out of every five registered McLennan County voters is on a voter registration "suspense" list, meaning they need to update their registration information, but they are not at risk of becoming ineligible to vote in the November general…...
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Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico to host campaign event on Baylor’s campus
By Hannah Webb | News Editor Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico will host a campaign event at Baylor next month, giving students an opportunity to hear directly from a candidate in Texas’ closely watched Senate race. Talarico will appear at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Mar...
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Baylor men’s golf looks to emerge as contender in 2026 behind new coach
By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer It is a new era for Baylor men’s golf. Former head coach Mike McGraw left behind 11 seasons with the Bears when he retired in January, halfway through the 2025-26 season. The legendary coach finished his 40-year career in high school and college ...
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Baylor’s new culture looks to turn offseason work into on-field production
By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Baylor came into 2025 with hopes of contending for a Big 12 championship that quickly turned into disappointment after the Bears went 5-7. This sent the Bears into rebuild mode over the offseason with new coaches, new players and a change in schem...
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Business school implements AI as ‘core service,’ keeps ethics at forefront
By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer The artificial intelligence landscape is ever-changing. To keep pace, the Hankamer School of Business is committed to incorporating AI into learning while keeping ethics and values at the forefront. Dr. Anthony Lapes, who has served at Baylor for...
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From sex work to prisons, economic professor follows the questions
By Joana Karoshi | News Writer Economics can seem like a field of numbers, markets and money. For Dr. Scott Cunningham, it is also a way to study sex work, drug policy, mental health and artificial intelligence. Cunningham, a Ben H. Williams Professor of Economics at Baylor, has ...
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Baylor launches ethics major with 10-student cohort
By Kamryn Anthis | Staff Writer The Honors College and College of Arts and Sciences are collaborating to offer students a new major focused entirely on ethics, designed for high-achieving students interested in leadership, human flourishing and morality. This new ethics major wil...
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Stop scrolling. Start dating.
By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer A long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, asking someone out was simple. Well, maybe not that long ago, and definitely not in a galaxy far away. Believe it or not, the very act of asking someone out likely occurred right here on this college...
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E-scooters expose a bigger problem on Baylor’s campus
By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer As a freshman last year, walking to class was one of my favorite activities of the day. I would leave my dorm, throw my AirPods in and walk around Baylor’s beautiful campus. It became such a routine that I actually got eager to go to class. But on...
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Student brings banner business to Baylor
Reigha Weaver | Arts & Life Writer In the background of many Instagram event photoshoots appears a common backdrop: a dark beige banner with bright, hand-painted lettering. For most, these banners may be a new background to take cute pictures in front of, but for Kerrville freshm...
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‘Being Held’ art exhibit to express vulnerability, offer sanctuary
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor What began as a personal project for Naomi Canale, Baylor library information coordinator, expanded into “Being Held,” a collaborative exhibit between her and artists Ellen Mote and Spencer Welch. The exhibit’s opening reception will be 5-7 p.m...
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Rick Steves’ Europe: Güzelyurt: A beautiful land
Güzelyurt, a town on the edge of Turkey's rural region of Cappadocia, is one of my favorite discoveries in this bizarre and fascinating corner of central Turkey. It sits at the edge of the Ihlara Valley, about 35 miles from…...
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Texas hospitals expect to lose $27 million a day in Medicaid funding starting Tuesday
When the state's new fiscal year begins on Tuesday, Texas hospitals expect to lose $27 million a day in additional Medicaid funding.
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Jeremy Osborne: Grimes County chose the future
SpaceX's Terafab is far more than a single industrial project. It is an opportunity to take part in one of the defining economic and technological transformations of the 21st century....
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Speegleville has a new Urgent Care
SPEEGLEVILLE, Texas (FOX44) - Integrity Urgent Care has officially made their move from China Spring Road to just off of Highway 6 in Speegleville, and they celebrated their grand opening today, August 31, 2026, with a ribbon cutting and a $5,000 donation to China Spring High Sch...
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Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty in Tupac killing case
A Las Vegas jury on Monday found an ex-gang leader guilty of murder in a case accusing him of masterminding the drive-by killing of legendary hip-hop artist Tupac Shakur, bringing a decades-old cold case to a close....
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Jury convicts Duane 'Keffe D' Davis of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury found Duane Keffe D Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, marking the first conviction in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades. The 63-year-old Davis was convicted Monday of murder with the use of a deadly weapon and could be ...
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US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says
The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. military says there are no plans to send troops to polling places during Novembers midterm congressional elections, addressing concerns among Democrats that the Trump administration could use the military to interfere with the vote. Gen. Da...
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Grimes County Sheriff's Office launches community advisory committee to improve communication with residents
Grimes County Sheriff's Office launches community advisory committee to improve communication with residents Grimes County residents are joining forces with local law enforcement through a newly formed community advisory committee designed to open a two-way line of communication ...
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Pet of the Week: Mama Tote
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 Mama Tote in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of ...
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Men turn to cosmetic clinics to complete transformation after GLP-1 weight-loss drugs
Surgeons cite social media and shifting masculinity norms behind rising male esthetic demand. GoodRx data shows men now account for 28.3% of weight-loss drug use. Doctors expect demand to grow....
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What it Takes to be a Volunteer Firefighter
GATESVILLE, Texas (FOX 44) — Few people have the dedication and perseverance to do something as selfless as volunteer firefighting, but it's a job that must be done. In August alone, the Texas A&M Forest Service has reported over 100,000 acres burned by wildfires. One of the firs...
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Woodway opts against Flock cameras, Robinson council to vote on renewing its system
Woodway officials decided against proposing a 5-year contract for Flock cameras in next year's budget after receiving negative feedback from residents....
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Texas A&M football: Mike Elko previews Missouri State opener, RC Slocum statue reveal
Texas A&M opens its season Saturday against Missouri State, and head coach Mike Elko says the Aggies are ready to stop talking and start playing. Mike Elko speaking to the media ahead of Aggies week one matchup "It's finally game week," Elko said. "Finally we get to stop talking ...
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Mike's Football Rewind: Hey, Reicher, Meridian, Itasca — enjoy this one
Reicher, Meridian and Itasca may not be state-title contenders, but after years of struggling, their Week 1 wins provided a reason to believe, which is invaluable....
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Tour Championship winners, losers as Scheffler wins second FedEx Cup
It was a big weekend for the No. 1 golfer. The victory was the 22nd win of Scottie Scheffler's career, his third of 2026 and his second in 14 days.
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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll is stepping down, the White House confirmed on Monday. The Trump administration did not give a reason for Driscoll's departure. The secretary spoke to President Trump and submitted his resignation, according to a source familiar with the develop...
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Baylor, Aranda hoping to maintain mental focus ahead of opener against Auburn
Instead of getting a cupcake opener, Baylor begins the season with a marquee game against Auburn in a neutral site. Dave Aranda said staying mentally focused will be imperative....
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Star teen's Make-A-Wish meeting with Dolly Parton left a lasting mark on her family
For the Young family of Star, Dolly Parton was never just a country music star. She was a role model. A constant in their lives. And eventually a Make-A-Wish dream come true. Kristi Young said Dolly Parton's music was woven into the family from the very beginning. "All the kids w...
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Supreme Court lets Trump's White House ballroom construction continue
The Supreme Court on Monday let Donald Trump's administration continue construction of his White House ballroom while the president challenges a judicial order that would halt much of the development....
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Tropical Storm Edouard forms in the Gulf
It appears we are going to change things around here for a couple of days as the tropics could be throwing a storm our way. There are still some track issues with the latest models, so nothing is set in stone just yet. However, if you live east of I-35, you will probably see some...
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Hear from neighbors ahead of Robinson's vote to renew Flock camera system
Robinson city council will take a final vote Tuesday on whether to renew its contract with Flock, the license plate reader camera system, amid growing community opposition and a state funding freeze under Gov. Abbott. WATCH HERE: Hear from neighbors ahead of Robinson's vote to re...
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The shock gloves ICE plans to use could increase the risk of sudden death
Democratic lawmakers from Capitol Hill to California are pushing back on a plan at ICE to equip agents with electric shock gloves. ICE approved a deal last week to buy 6,650 electric shock gloves that deliver a low voltage shock upon contact with skin. New contracting records rev...
safety
One ejected from vehicle in Bryan rollover crash
BRYAN, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: The Bryan Police and Fire Departments are on the scene of a rollover crash where one individual was ejected from the vehicle. The incident occurred in the 2800 block of N Earl Rudder Freeway on Monday afternoon. Police say this crash has both north...
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After years of hardship, Texas agriculture faces a new threat: data centers
LUBBOCK — Cheyenne Buerger can look outside the window of his Stamford home and see a cherished commodity in Texas: thousands of acres of farmland.
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How Dolly Parton's legacy lives on through food and cookware brands
Superstar Dolly Parton, who died on Aug. 25, may be best known for her music and movie talents. But she also cooked up an impressive food portfolio.
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US farm agency moves to support beef industry
WASHINGTON — U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Monday that the USDA is taking actions to support the beef industry, including loans for small meat processors and the use of conserved land for grazing....
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NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope lifts off. Here's what it promises
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope — the space agency’s newest orbital observatory — promises unprecedented wide-angle views of the cosmos, including distant galaxies, black holes and planets that may resemble those in our own solar system....
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Here’s what Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa say about education priorities in Texas governor’s race
The outcome of Texas’ gubernatorial race will determine the future of testing, school district takeovers and who oversees public education for nearly 5.5 million children....
government
FTC sues Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers
The Federal Trade Commission and 22 states on Monday accused retail giant Amazon of deceiving businesses by overcharging prices to advertise on its massive retail platform, pocketing billions for the company. The lawsuit claimed 1.2 million advertisers paid more than they realize...
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Central Texas Honor Roll: Week 1 — Vote now in our player of the week poll
Central Texas Honor Roll: See who had the biggest high school football performances in Week 1 and vote for the Players of the Week here.
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Met drops John Galliano exhibit following criticism over antisemitic remarks
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling its planned exhibit honoring British designer John Galliano plans that had led to bitter backlash in the Jewish community and beyond because of the designers past antisemitic and racist statements. John Galliano: Horizons, the high-prof...
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Brice Cherry: New, looser approach by Aranda feels like the right way to go
Dave Aranda is trying to be more approachable. He has no plans to hole up in his office and shut out the world. Honestly, for Baylor, that’s a good thing....