Illinois has the 24th-best school systems in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 32 key metrics. The analysis focused on academic performance, safety, class size, instructor credentials and…
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Imagine blinking away the ocean spray as your inflatable dinghy bumps its way to a rocky pier — the only access point to an island that houses the eerie remains of a once-vibrant Irish culture. After disembarking, the captain says,…
For New York City-based activist and model Ava Dash, traveling is less about an itinerary than it is about embracing the moments she never planned for, like “watching the sun set over the ocean with close friends, discovering a tiny…
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This spring, Communities in Schools of the Heart of Texas awarded Stephana High-Mitchell and Robin McKee Scholarships totaling $10,000 to 20 local high school graduates.
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44)— Copperas Cove residents and businesses are ready to revive their historic downtown district. Downtown Copperas Cove has gone through a lot over the decades. Eras of development followed by eras of disrepair have left the downtown district without a solid identity fo...
BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) - It was a full house and a full-circle moment at the Bell County Sheriff's Office Monday afternoon, July 20, 2026, as Sheriff Bill Cooke swore in his longtime friend and mentee, Cliff Coleman, as the new Public Information Officer (PIO) for the Bell County Sheriff's Office...
Tropical Storm Bertha formed in the northeastern Gulf and is expected to hit portions of the Gulf Coast from Florida to Louisiana, and possibly as far west as Texas. Heavy rain, coastal flooding and tropical storm-force winds are all possible through the week in its path. The second named storm o...
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have just a handful of legislative days left before their August recess to advance spending bills, nominations, or any other political priorities. President Donald Trump on Monday again pushed lawmakers to pass the SAVE America Act, which would reform U.S. elections by r...
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 Little Tom in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Central Texas by...
The Texas Department of Public Safety has arrested more than 7,200 undocumented immigrants with active felony warrants since signing an agreement to work with ICE in October 2025. Texas DPS signed an agreement to work with ICE in October 2025 and has since arrested more than 7,200 undocumented im...
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (FOX 44) - What started as a rural and ranching community in the late 1870s has grown into the largest municipality in Coryell County today! There are many reasons why Copperas Cove is a city on the move. Two of the reasons are seasoned leadership that know Copperas Cove. One...
Dangerous heat is expected across the region this week, with high temperatures well into the 100s for many locations, and heat index values between 105-115 degrees. Ensure you take all necessary precautions to protect yourself from the heat. Drink plenty of water, limit time spent outdoors, and e...
A Robinson man was indicted on an aggravated assault charge after police believe he was drunk when he caused an auto-pedestrian collision in April outside a downtown Waco business.
President Donald Trump is insisting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested if he visits the U.S., pushing back on threats from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said Netanyahu won't be arrested "in any way, shape, or form" if...
TxDOT will divert Interstate 35 traffic to frontage roads Tuesday and Wednesday nights near the Abbott rest area so work crews can safely remove electronic signs over the interstate.
A $500,000 grant and a 50% property tax break from Waco are keeping a planned $23.5 million rehab of the Historic Lofts at Waco High financially on track.
When the commissioner of the SEC declares that the possibility of his conference breaking away from everyone else is “real” and isn’t “a leverage point,” it’s probably time to listen.
Democratic nominee James Talarico is setting records, raising more at this stage of the race than any Texas general-election candidate in the past decade.
KERR COUNTY — One year after catastrophic flooding killed more than 100 people along the Guadalupe River, another round of deadly July flooding swept across Central and South Texas, creating flash flood emergencies that forced evacuations and rescues along the…
A McGregor SpaceX employee says he was wrongfully discharged, alleging he was fired after raising objections to company practices with painting materials that "created obvious quality and safety problems."
President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products. The move could unleash a new wave of economic chaos, with risks of higher inflation and further fraying of relations be...
Texas summer heat has always come with a price tag, but locals say this season is hitting harder than usual and a new electricity delivery rate is partly to blame. WATCH HERE: Summer electricity rates are hitting wallets hard here's how to cut your bill A Hewitt resident, who asked to remain anon...
A renewal of an old rivalry is on its way, as Baylor and Texas are planning to play on Nov. 15 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
Champion boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Brazos County bicycle crash; driver charged with manslaughter Watch the full story here: Champion boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Brazos County bicycle crash; driver charged with manslaughter Hannah Rapp, a professional boxer who recently competed for the WBC Feat...
The backlash to the Texas data center boom has Gov. Greg Abbott caught between some of his most dependable donors and his most reliable voters.
President Donald Trump has ordered additional strikes on Iran, the military announced Monday, marking the 10th consecutive night of U.S. attacks in a push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz a critical waterway that typically sees about 20% of the world's oil pass through it. "Today at 4 p.m. ET, U.S....
As new vehicle purchases in California drop off, Texas is seeing a boost in sales that could give its preferences a bigger impact across the rest of the country.
As of this past weekend, we have only hit 100 once this summer. That is about to change! Our summer heat dome will set up over Texas and grip the region into next week. We are also keeping an eye on the tropics. Bertha will likely be hatched in the Gulf over the next day or so. It is expected to ...
CLIFTON, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers report that they responded to a crash at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, on SH-6 near FM-2136, northwest of Clifton. DPS says a Dodge Ram traveling southbound veered into the northbound lanes to p...
Five people have died on a river in Ohio after several of them went into the water to help another person who was struggling to swim, authorities said Monday. A motorist called 911 after spotting a frightened child who had been with the group and was running on a nearby road, Delaware County Sher...
When you talk to many of the Cougar players, they’ll tell you it’s not just the BYU culture that drew them to Provo. It’s the Kalani culture.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott met with state and local officials in Kerrville, Texas, on Monday to discuss the state's ongoing response to flooding in Southern Texas and the Hill Country.
Trump revealed the Qatari-donated Air Force One jet will soon undergo security upgrades amid concerns after he briefly switched to the older plane during tensions with Iran in July.
Sen. Darline Graham announced that she will run for her late brothers seat this November, after being appointed last week to serve out the rest of Lindsey Grahams term. Ive made a decision. Im in, she said in an interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News. Graham acknowledged the tremendous amount of...
Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway is going to have a huge impact on how the Bears do this season. But not everything rests on his shoulders.
America's national parks are facing a steep repair bill of roughly $24 billion. This includes costs for aging roads, trails and bridges and in many cases, these repairs have been delayed for years. This has raised concerns about safety and access during the busy summer travel season, and senior o...
Family and supporters of Nolan Xavier Wells gathered in a Mississippi church Monday to mourn and celebrate the 18-year-old, whose death following a July 4 boat trip with friends has captured national attention and prompted calls for an independent investigation. The ceremony began with tearful re...
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