Texas game wardens share new flooding visual assets
Texas Game Wardens continue responding to statewide flooding, sharing new UAS footage and Flickr assets, while 17 Texas state parks report rain-related impacts.
Texas Game Wardens continue responding to statewide flooding, sharing new UAS footage and Flickr assets, while 17 Texas state parks report rain-related impacts.
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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.
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.
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.
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...
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 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...
More toxic than normal air pollution, wildfire smoke can linger in the air for weeks and travel thousands of miles.
The State Department issued a warning on Saturday to all Americans traveling or living abroad due to "heightened tensions" in the Middle East. The alert advises "Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution," and to follow security alerts issued by the nea...
President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran would "pay" for killing U.S. soldiers after multiple service members were killed over the weekend as part of the United States' war against Iran.
When the Eaton fire swept through the Los Angeles neighborhood of Altadena last year, it claimed 19 lives and incinerated thousands of buildings one of which was the home of Kaitlyn Trudeaus grandfather. His house burned to the ground; he lost everything. But while he grappled with trauma, others...
The Waco Kiwanis Club Foundation recently presented five $2,500 scholarships to graduating McLennan County seniors. Pictured from left are Kamren Hopkins of China Spring, who plans to attend Baylor University and become a physician; Daniella Mercado of Waco High, who…
Food insecurity continues to impact thousands of people across Central Texas, where the region's food insecurity rate stands at 19% higher than the national average, according to the Central Texas Food Bank. Watch Full Story Here: Food insecurity in Central Texas: How local organizations and the ...
La Roja won the tournament by beating Argentina 1-0 in the final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. This is their first title since 2010.
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked Paramount's proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. U.S. District Judge Araceli Martnez-Olgun granted a 14-day temporary restraining order, which stops the companies from immediately closing the $110 billion deal. The lawsuit, brought by Californ...
Their latest album "Foreign Tongues" secured the top spot on the UK Official Albums Chart, making it the Rolling Stones’ 15th No. 1 and tying The Beatles' record. The album, featuring notable guest artists and a posthumous appearance by Charlie…
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