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Chinese dual-use electronics are helping Iran and Russia build deadlier drones, despite US sanctions
As President Donald Trump hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, a sensitive question hangs over the visit: whether Chinese companies are helping arm two of Americas adversaries. Recent reporting and trade data reviewed by weapons analysts point to a continuing flow of...
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Texas A&M safety Marcus Ratcliffe named to All-State Good Works team for community service
Texas A&M safety Marcus Ratcliffe has been named to the All-State Good Works team for his work in the community, a passion he says is rooted in his faith. Marcus Ratcliffe Named to Allstate Good Works Team "Just mainly as a Christian, I feel like giving back is something I'm comm...
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Texas Rangers say Camp Mystic adults disregarded risk of death to campers during flood
Investigators with the Texas Rangers say adults at Camp Mystic were "aware of and consciously disregarded a substantial and unjustifiable risk of death to the campers in their care." Twenty-five young campers, two teenage counselors and Dick Eastland, the director of the all-girl...
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This year's extreme weather impacts on Central Texas farms
Extreme weather is creating a challenging growing season in McLennan County, with some local farmers reporting significant crop losses as record heat and a dramatic swing from flooding rains to prolonged drought take hold across Central Texas. WATCH HERE: This year's extreme weat...
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Waco's $170 million Barron's Branch redevelopment project breaks ground
After years of planning and work, a $170 million construction project is set to transform downtown Waco into a major destination. The first phase of Barron's Branch, a historic redevelopment of the downtown area, is scheduled to begin next month near University Parks Drive. Tom B...
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New report alleges ICE has wasted millions of dollars on unused detention facilities
A new report questions how ICE is spending taxpayer dollars. Investigators say the agency wasted millions of dollars on detention centers that were poorly planned, including unused tents at Guantanamo Bay and empty warehouses to hold detainees that never housed anyone. The report...
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USPS holiday mailing deadlines: When to send packages to arrive by Christmas
The United States Postal Service has announced its recommended mailing dates for the holiday season, giving customers a timeline to ensure their packages and mail arrive before Dec. 25. RELATED STORY | USPS proposes holiday shipping price hikes for 2026 peak season For those ship...
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Central Texas College opens new cyber range to train students for growing cybersecurity workforce demand
Central Texas College has launched a new cyber range, giving students hands-on experience in cybersecurity as demand for trained professionals continues to grow across the state and nation. The cyber range was funded through a $20,000 Carl D. Perkins federal grant and a $50,000 i...
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Bryan parks get shade structures to keep families cool and extend playtime
Watch the full story here: Bryan parks get shade structures to keep families cool and extend playtime Bryan City Council approved the purchase of shade structures for playgrounds at Sue Haswell Park, Tanglewood Park, and over the fitness equipment area at Greenbriar Park. Bryan a...
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Hot now...changes possible next week
It's still hot, and it will stay that way through early next week. Tonight should be a touch cooler with drier air in place. Lows should fall into the upper 60s and low 70s. Friday through Monday looks hot. Highs will be in the mid to upper 90s with lows in the 70s. There could b...
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Powerful Hurricane Polo drenches Mexico's coast as Nolo takes aim at Hawaii
Residents of Mexicos Pacific coast piled sandbags to protect beachfront shops and evacuated homes, while Hawaiis Big Island braced for potentially catastrophic flooding as two separate storms threatened their shores on Thursday. Hurricane Polo poured bands of heavy rain across Me...