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Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, state attorneys general announced Wednesday. California, Colorado, Kentucky and ...
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The settlement was reached during a federal trial over claims brought by 29 states, averting one of the highest-profile tests yet of allegations that social media companies harmed young users....
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Elected officials rarely miss a chance to pose for photos at military bases or thank military personnel for their service. But when it comes to providing the pay, health care and quality housing that service members and their families deserve,…...
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Fans across continents, from prime ministers to pop stars, flooded social media with messages of grief and affection.
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Texas Rangers Hall of Fame is home to some of the best law enforcement in the Lone Star State's history, and it's celebrating 50 years of honoring their service. For more information on the upcoming celebratory dinner, you can watch our interview above....
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A transfer of wealth from young to old, a flawed education system and polarizing technology platforms have produced a generation of Americans who no longer believe in America. According to Gallup, 75% of baby boomers feel very or extremely proud…...
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Justice Department attorneys argued that if President Donald Trump's name does not appear somewhere on the Kennedy Center, then the money from donors for renovations would shrivel up and the decrepit, dilapidated cultural center may be required to be taken down. That came from a ...
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Over 66 million Americans receive health care through Medicaid, and new work requirements tied to President Donald Trump's signature legislation are expected to take effect in more than 40 states by the end of the year. The changes stem from the "Big Beautiful Bill," which Trump ...
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Voters have signaled that cost of living will be the most important factor for how they vote in the November midterm elections.
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A man killed eight of his relatives, including four children, as they gathered for Sunday dinner at a home outside Billings, Montana, weeks after his parents asked him to move out, a family member told The Associated Press. Brad Ireland, whose former wife and two children were am...
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His administration made legal immigration more difficult — for example, by imposing high new fees for applicants of certain work visas.
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Central Texans could get a little relief from the heat this afternoon. A weak line should enter the areas after lunchtime and dissipate as it moves toward the Brazos Valley. 20% of the area could be the beneficiary of this rain. Thursday morning another round of showers should pr...
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So far, there have been three named tropical systems in the Atlantic basin: Arthur, Bertha and Cristobal. With D next in the alphabet, the next storm to develop would be named Dolly. That name was designated years ago as the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane seaso...
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Commissioners continued making budget cuts Tuesday morning, ultimately trimming an initial proposal for a 6-cent tax rate hike to 4 cents.
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The Grand Ole Opry will host a formal tribute to the late Dolly Parton on Saturday, Aug. 29, honoring the iconic Opry member of nearly 60 years.
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Dolly Parton, the irrepressible country music singer whose charisma, heartfelt lyrics and support of causes she believed in captured the public's imagination for nearly six decades, died on Tuesday at age 80....
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The only thing realignment changed in this rare six-team district is the district number. Belton, Brenham, Bryan Rudder, Killeen Ellison, University and Waco High certainly know each other very well....
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DALLAS — Dallas-Fort Worth is home to three of the top five girls club volleyball teams in the country. Texas is home to three of the 11 highest-ranked Division I teams entering the 2026 season — No. 2 Texas, No.…...
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NORFOLK, Va. — You desperately miss college football. Noon-to-1 a.m., viewing marathons that make binge-watching “Ted Lasso” look like a sprint. Overserved and overcaffeinated student sections. Inexplicable plays and unfathomable results. You are beyond exhausted by the offseason...
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By now, you have seen the headlines about U.S. gross debt breaching $40 trillion. As is the case when a market rises above a round number, it becomes an event. For me, it’s a chance to refresh my (seemingly) annual…...
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CAMERON, Texas (FOX 44) - High school football season is here - and behind every powerful performance is hard work, dedication, and countless hours of practice. And it's not just the football teams who are preparing, it's several different teams - including high school bands! Acc...
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Brenda was born in Waco, TX to Billie Jean Taylor Rose (deceased). She was married to John Young (deceased), siblings Larry E Rose (Houston) Gary L Rose (deceased) Sharon R Rose (deceased) George K Rose (Waco). Her children Kimeshia Rose…...
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Dolly Parton, the "Queen of Country Music," a philanthropist supporting a diverse array of projects and causes and Dollywood's Dreamer-in-Chief, has died, according to her social media accounts....
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OTTAWA — Canada hit back Tuesday with retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of U.S. annual imports and rolled out aid for businesses and workers, matching Washington's latest duties dollar-for-dollar....
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PALO PINTO — Long plumes of gray smoke spread across an overcast sky on Tuesday afternoon as crews battled a rapidly growing wildfire fueled by extreme heat and dry conditions....
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ANAHEIM, Calif. — It’s evening in Frankfurt, Germany, when Scott Brown picks up the phone. The Downtown Brown Books bookseller interrupted his vacation to discuss the use of books to train AI models — a process that destroys the books…...
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SAN DIEGO -- Back in 1985 in the Soviet Union, Merryl Goldberg was interrogated by the KGB three times, briefly kidnapped by the state security agency twice and put under house arrest once. She’ll tell you it was worth it.…...
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LOS ANGELES -- Nearly every week, I pass a colleague in the office who taunts me with four words: "Count of Monte Cristo, Count of Monte Cristo," as he shakes his head. He's disappointed his favorite book didn't make the…...
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Senior running back Dawson Pendergrass was gearing up for a strong 2026 campaign after breaking out as a sophomore. He thrived under a mainly two-back system with former Baylor running back Bryson Washington. The duo contributed to Baylor becoming...
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By Stephanie Starks | Staff Writer If you are coming to Baylor from outside of Texas, you may have noticed that Texas’ summer heat can be intense. The state’s large size, southern location, continental climate and recurring high-pressure systems all contribute to its high tempera...
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer The Waco Plan Commission held a public hearing Tuesday evening to conduct the final review of the downtown form-based code, a proposed zoning framework intended to guide future development in downtown Waco. The commission unanimously approved the r...
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By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer Dr. Stephen Sloan, Baylor history professor and director of the Institute for Oral History, has been named a 2026 Piper Professor, an award recognizing 10 Texas professors each year for outstanding achievement and dedication to teaching. The Minn...
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer The 2025 season gave the Baylor soccer glimpses of its memorable 2018. The Bears’ 12 regular season wins was their best mark in the last seven years. They also made a run on the national stage, going to the Sweet 16 and erasing another seven-year ...
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U.S. auto sales had a good year in 2025, risingnearly 2%from 2024, and recording their highest annual sales volume since 2019. Forecasts predict that the market will decline during 2026, with new-vehicle sales expected to fall by2.9%from 2025....
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By Elliott Nace | Assistant News Editor Baylor’s College of Arts and Sciences announced a restructuring of the Creative Arts Experience (CAE) requirement for all undergraduate students in the college, effective June 1. The new system eliminates CAEs as a standalone degree require...
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PALO PINTO — Long plumes of gray smoke spread across an overcast sky on Tuesday afternoon as crews battled a rapidly growing wildfire fueled by extreme heat and dry conditions....
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By Taylor Zeulner | Social Media Intern Most coffee shops charge customers when they change drink orders to alternative milk. Though a slight upcharge may seem like a small change, these costs add up for those who regularly buy drinks from local businesses. The beverage market ha...
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Brooke Cranford | LTVN Sports Director Going to college is like starting kindergarten. No friends, a new you and a whole world to discover. “Treat others the way you want to be treated,” preaches the Golden Rule , written on a poster in the classroom. This was a pivotal point in ...
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The new Central Texas Food Bank hub on Gholson Road improves distribution to the Austin-based nonprofit's northern counties and brings a new mini market, space for cooking classes and more....
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Woodway's proposed budget will cover 2% staff raises across the board and redirect revenue to a long-term street fund the city used to balance the general fund last year....
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Clifton is even better than last year, y’all. That’s a rather frightening thought to the Lady Cubs’ upcoming volleyball opponents.
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By Reigha Weaver | Arts & Life Writer Movies are more than just a creative way to tell a story. Movies are escapes and ways to feel at home. Whether you’re homesick or just need to feel some comfort, here are four movies that are sure to make you feel cozy. Even though you might ...
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The political fight between the U.S. and Canada is now impacting your money, as the U.S. slaps 50% tariffs on a long list of Canadian goods. "What it actually means for Americans is a new 50% tax," said David Eby, British Columbia Premier. "It is a bizarre policy for Americans. I...
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After a gruesome knee injury derailed his junior season, Baylor commit Davontrae “D-Train” Kirkland spent many months rehabbing. Now, the University star is back and ready for one last ride....
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U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham on South Carolinas general election ballot. Darline Graham defeated U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesdays special Republican primary runoff, two weeks after they were the top two finish...
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DALLAS — Remember when college athletes couldn’t wait to turn pro so they could buy their mama a house and feed their babies and stop faking that they were going to class? These days football players are staying in school…...
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Day or night - our local firefighters risk everything to keep our community safe - but their families make major sacrifices, too. FOX 44 News received details about a major donation to our local heroes and how you can help give them give even more this year...
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College baseball teams will have the option to challenge called balls and strikes beginning next season after the NCAA approved an experimental Automated Ball-Strike system Tuesday....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every day, volunteers across McLennan County deliver nutrition, safety, and a friendly face to homebound seniors - but as Waco grows, the demand for these vital services is hitting record highs. Meals on Wheels is calling on the community for some immediate...
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Residents on Bud Drive in Bellmead have gone weeks without running water after the City of Bellmead pulled their water meters, saying the properties fall outside its service area. The City of Bellmead says the service was abandoned in 2010 due to an unpaid balance, and that the p...
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The prosecution's final witnesses in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial Tuesday attempted to cast doubt on claims that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis and that a voice ordered her to kill her three young children. Dr. Gregory Saathoff, a forensic psychiatrist at the Univ...
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Baylor women’s tennis added another newcomer Tuesday, with coach Joey Scrivano announcing the signing of Gao Duanrui to the 2026-27 roster.
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The weather is looking hot, but there are some changes coming over the next 48 hours. A couple of disturbances are expected to roll out of the Panhandle into our area. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a few showers possible by morning across the northern half of Central Texas. ...
