Waco-area news briefs: Caritas of Waco hosts Feast of Caring fundraiser
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
News
Meteorologist Sean Ryan goes into Friday's forecast, but this time with some much-needed rain. Let's see how this will play out on the football field in College Station!...
News
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - We at FOX 44 want to recognize the great contributions women have made to Central Texas communities! Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that women have had on quality of life, public policy, social pro...
schools
GAUSE, Texas (FOX 44) - A Gause Independent School District kindergarten student brought a handgun to school this morning. Superintendent Teresa Russell released a statement to parents and guardians on Friday, saying a "serious incident" occurred on campus. School administration ...
schools
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Update: Due to the threat of inclement weather, tomorrow's Hispanic Heritage Month Walking Tour has been rescheduled for next Saturday, October 10, 2026. For more information or to RSVP, visit libcal.baylor.edu. Waco's history isn't just something you can r...
News
WHITNEY, Texas (FOX 44) - The city of Whitney, Texas is turning 150 years old, and they would love for you to be there at the square downtown during Pioneer Day this Saturday, October 3, 2026, as everyone in town joins together to sing “Happy Birthday to Whitney!” with friends, n...
Local
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A federal jury in Waco has convicted a former Fort Hood soldier on nine counts related to sexual abuse and exploitation of two minor age children. Evidence presented at trial has accused 30-year-old Jordan Anthony Pearce of sexually abusing a minor female at hi...
safety
Waco, Texas (FOX 44) - Home fires take seven lives each day in the U.S., most often in homes without working smoke alarms. That's why the American Red Cross is returning to Waco on Saturday, October 3, 2026. American Red Cross volunteers and community partners will be offering fr...
News
As some of the marquee 2027 NFL Draft prospects have faltered in the first month of the season, other players have capitalized on the opportunity to raise their profile....
business
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) — Boy Scout Josh Hogue completed his multi-year project to provide new permanent headstones at the Seven Star Cemetery in Temple. Back in 2024, Hogue began looking for something he could do for his eagle scout project. After talking with multiple groups, he...
News
Jettly reports Tom Brady's career transition to sports commentator involves high earnings and private jet usage, likely optimizing asset access due to cost inefficiencies....
government
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - The Killeen City Council will consider the appointment of Dr. Marie Peoples as the next city manager during its upcoming Thursday meeting. According to the city, the Council will consider a memorandum and resolution approving Peoples’ appointment and an ...
Local
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - In the Heart of Texas region, there are over 700 teenagers experiencing homelessness. Many do not have access to the resources they need in order to thrive. The Cove Executive Director Tim Packer paid a visit to our studio to share more about the organizati...
