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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. ...
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Texas A&M defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill says his unit is trending in the right direction heading into the 2026 season, pointing to improved execution, emerging depth and the development of key players as reasons for optimism. Lyle Hemphill, Jordan Shaw, and Jamarion Morrow ...
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The Rio Escondido wildfire in Hamilton County forced evacuations and threatened homes across the area, sending neighbors into action as flames spread rapidly across the region. WATCH the full story here: Rio Escondido wildfire forces evacuations and threatens homes across Hamilto...
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Grimes County volunteer first responders mark 40 years of saving lives Watch the full story here: Grimes County volunteer first responders mark 40 years of saving lives For 40 years, a group of Grimes County volunteers has been making a difference and saving lives as the Grimes C...
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Lexington High School football is entering the 2026 season with a roster full of new faces, but head coach Kirk Muhl says the program's standards have not changed despite losing 19 seniors. Road to Redzone 2026 Lexington Eagles Muhl said the lack of outside expectations has actua...
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Baylor unveiled new throwback uniforms for the 2026 season that will debut in the Big 12 opener against Colorado. Baylor Unveils Throwback Uniforms The look pays tribute to an era of Baylor football under Hall of Fame head coach Grant Teaff. Inspired by the Bear Paw uniforms worn...
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The Bears fell out of the United Soccer Coaches’/Intercollegiate Women’s Soccer Organization Div. I Top 25 poll Tuesday following Sunday’s 3-1 home loss to Texas State....
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McLennan County commissioners approved a 4-cent property tax rate increase, bringing the rate to about 37.48 cents per $100 of property value. WATCH HERE: McLennan County approves property tax rate increase The hike passed with a 3-2 vote. Commissioners expressed sympathy for nei...
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ROBERTSON COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A Robertson County structure fire has caused some road closures. According to the Robertson County Sheriff's Office, the following areas are closed to through traffic: The Sheriff's Office says emergency crews are on scene, including HAZMAT. Thi...
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By settling on Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback, the Browns managed to stick both a finger in the eyes of their fans and a fork in yet another season....
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I didn't realize how deeply I felt this loss until I sat down to write about it. Dolly Parton died Aug. 25 at 80, and somehow the world feels a little dimmer for it....
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The bond between humans and dogs stretches back thousands of years long before modern pets ever existed. At Clemson University, genetics expert Kelsey Witt Dillon is studying ancient dog DNA to better understand how wolves slowly became domesticated companions. RELATED STORY | Qu...
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(Adds Thai Navy statement on U.S. carrier strike group paragraphs 5-8) BANGKOK, Aug 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. aircraft carrier the USS Abraham Lincoln will dock in Thailand next week, a Thai official...
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Bryan, Tx (FOX44) - The City of Bryan is celebrating another major economic development milestone with the announcement of a major air separation unit coming to the city. Messer, the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company, announced plans to make the major invest...
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College football is full of rocking musical outbursts that sweep over stadium and turn it into the biggest party in the state. It's time for Baylor to get its own....
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Trump's frustration that his administration was not doing enough to address what he considers a likely contributor to autism drove an executive order that reduced the number of childhood vaccinations....
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Target apologized for a Halloween costume it now calls offensive and said it will no longer sell the "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween costume." Critics say the outfit evokes blackface and minstrel imagery. Target said it now knows the costume is especially hur...
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With a successful career spanning almost 60 years, she was also an actress and known for her philanthropy.
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What a summer of bad optics for the leadership of the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers can only wish they were able to hide Jed York’s indiscretions.
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VIDEO: Who made the 2026 preseason Super Centex Football Team? Check out the selections here. #txhsfb
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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is defending himself after facing some criticism over his meeting with Jared Kushner, President Donald Trumps son-in-law and close adviser. Jeffries recently met with Kushner privately in New York to discuss ways the White House can collabo...
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Extreme Heat Warning and Advisory in Effect for North and Central Texas
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The Canadian children's media company who owns the rights to shows like Yo Gabba Gabba! and "Teletubbies" has purchased Personality AI, a child-focused generative AI startup. The deal between WildBrain and Personality AI is worth up to $69 million. Personality AI has promoted the...
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Trump's Republican Party is increasingly viewing its first-of-a-kind midterm convention next month as crucial to regaining momentum.
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BURLESON COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Multiple agencies responded to a fire at the Somerville Place Subdivision in Burleson County on Monday evening. The Burleson County Sheriff's Office urged the public to avoid the area of Park Road 4 and the Somerville Place Subdivision. S...
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The wife of an active-duty U.S. soldier was deported Monday to her native Honduras, according to her family and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo is at least the seventh spouse or parent of an active-duty U.S. military service member to be...
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The Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a legal victory on mail-in voting, lifting a key hurdle to his executive order just 70 days before the midterm elections a decision that is already drawing sharp reactions from both parties. In a 6-3 ruling, the court said the state...
