Waco-area news briefs: Mayborn to host Pequeños Gigantes Little Giants Talent Show
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.
Local
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For one young mother, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is deeply personal. A genetic test revealed she was at high risk for breast cancer - and after a frightening mammogram and biopsy, she made a life-changing decision. I spoke with this woman, who says that ...
schools
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) — The Temple Independent School District's Wildcat Mentors met their kids for the first time on Thursday. The event took place at the Ralph Wilson Youth Club and allowed a fun a relaxed environment for these meetings to occur. After a quick pep talk, studen...
News
KILLEEN, Texas (FOX 44) - The autumn season is officially here, and the City of Killeen is getting ready to celebrate with its annual Fall Fest! For more information about an afternoon of seasonal activities, entertainment and fun, you can watch our interview above....
News
Showers and storms will continue to move through the region today, with additional development expected on and off through Friday. Outside of lightning and gusty winds, heavy rain and flash flooding will be the main hazards through Friday morning. Remember to never drive through ...
schools
Brendon Le Osha Riggs, 25, was sentenced to 60 years for aggravated robbery in a 2020 incident that led to the shooting death of a 21-year-old TSTC student in Waco....
schools
When Baylor receiver Gavin Freeman hurdled three Colorado defenders, he wasn't doing it for show; he was just being himself. His fearless play is infectious for the Bears....
schools
Sometimes as the host, you’ve got to kick the houseguests to the curb.
News
The Yankees played a postseason game without Aaron Judge for the first time since 2015 — and not only did they move on, they flourished.
safety
Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - A 36-year-old man is facing third degree felony charges after Lacy Lakeview police arrested him on charges of grooming a child. Under Texas law, grooming means knowingly persuading, inducing, enticing ( or attempting to do so) a child younger than 18 y...
Local
Jean Holmes, 94, of Highland Village, and a longtime Texas educator, passed away Sept. 26. Graveside services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Oct. 9 at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulkey-Mason Funeral Home in Lewisville....
