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A note sent to media outlets connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, said she had died, multiple law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation told CNN.It followed a first note that demanded a ransom of millions of dollars. Investi...
Two more people in Missouri and Washington state have been arrested in connection with what authorities say was a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump's UFC cage-fighting show at the White House earlier this month.Federal law enforcement officials disrupted the plan a few days before t...
Heavy rain Sunday night caused flash flooding on I-35 and its service roads near Waco and leaving drivers stranded Justin Louviere who was driving from Plano to Round Rock, was trapped on the service road as Flat Creek rose on both sides of him, saying he was ready to abandon his car and walk thr...
Storm chances will continue across portions of North Texas through midweek as weakening storm complexes move southeastward out of Oklahoma. A few storms may be strong, with gusty winds, frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding possible. Otherwise, expect hot and humid conditions...
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 Jessie in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Central Texas by cal...
After a coma, multiple brain surgeries and a fight for his life, Riesel coach ‘Duck’ Johnson made an unbelievable return to the dugout in 2025, leading to his newly-minted retirement.
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.
TEMPLE, Texas (FOX 44) - The City of Temple has ordered the temporary closure of the Temple Mall due to unresolved fire and building code violations. The city says this comes following continued inspections and the expiration of a previously issued notice to repair critical life safety deficienci...
New extension agent tackles screwworm threat and youth programs in Madison CountyWatch the full story here: A battle for the cattle: new Madison County extension agent tackles agriculture threats and youth programsShannon Dietz, a new extension agent from Prairie View A&M, is one month into the j...
SpaceX's stock story has echoes of Dell, Walmart. Early U.S., Mexico World Cup goals mean a windfall for Canales customers. Electrolit's plant is nearing completion, and more Waco-area business news.
A month after voters approved a new bond for Temple College, the college's president is addressing community questions about why another bond was needed so soon after one passed in 2021.Watch the story here: Temple College president explains where bond tax dollars are going after voters approve s...
Technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran are expected to continue this week in Switzerland.Vice President JD Vance says the high level talks laid a good foundation but said it's also clear theres more work to do.The parties agreed on a roadmap in efforts to reach a final agreement, accordi...
HILL COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Two of the deceased victims involved in a Hill County crash which killed six people have been confirmed to be Hillsboro Elementary School (HES) students. The Hillsboro Independent School District issued a statement to families and staff on Sunday which shared...
Country music singer Bailey Zimmerman faces an active arrest warrant in New Mexico following an alleged incident at Sandia Resort and Casino in Albuquerque.According to an arrest warrant affidavit filed in Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, the incident occurred on May 27, when Zimmerman arriv...
Amazon Prime Day starting Tuesday will be a litmus test of U.S. shoppers' spending power, with the earlier-than-usual sales event increasingly centered on necessities rather than carefree splurges.
McGregor, TX (FOX 44) - The McGregor City Council discussed the potential sale of city-owned land during an executive session, with talks centered on two proposed development projects that could shape the city's future growth. Discussions focused on the potential disposition of land for two propo...
A federal judge on Monday ruled that a recently revamped version of a federal tool central to the Trump administrations election integrity strategy is unlawful and can no longer be used.U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan sided with advocacy groups that argued the recent upgrades to th...
By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Due to a timing conflict with the July 19 World Cup final, The La Fiera de Ojinaga and Los Pescadores del RÃo Conchos concert will be rescheduled to April 11, 2027. Jason Cook, Baylor vice president of marketing and communications, said the two bands have sold ...
Expanding the World Cup doesn't only mean more games. It means more rest, too.
Millions of honeybees escaped into a rural Texas neighborhood after a semitrailer carrying about 400 hives tipped over, officials said.Emergency officials in Orange County, Texas, shut down roads in the area Sunday morning and warned residents to stay in their homes while crews worked to unload t...
Calls for justice are growing after 1-year-old Kohen Wiley was shot and killed by police responding to a shoplifting call at a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi.Police reportedly fired into the car of a shoplifting suspect. The officer alleged the vehicle was accelerating toward him at the time o...
If it wasn’t abundantly clear that Leo Messi is the greatest player in the world before Monday, it is now after his two-goal, record-setting performance for Argentina against Austria.
As summer festivals, graduation parties and outdoor events fill local calendars, experts encourage pet owners to consider whether their furry friends are enjoying the experience as much as they are.
After seeing some good rain chances the past couple of weeks, it looks like the faucet is shutting off this week. It will be warm and humid tonight with lows in the upper 70s. Tuesday will remain hot and humid with highs in the mid 90s. It will feel like it's over 104-106 with the humidity in the...
An Oklahoma fireworks stand went up in flames over the weekend, according to the Broken Arrow Fire Department.Officials received the call just before 9 p.m. Firefighters quickly brought the scene under control and extinguished the blaze in about 20 minutes.RELATED STORY | Fourth of July fireworks...
Efforts by Tyler Robinsons defense team to compel a key witness to testify at his upcoming preliminary hearing failed Monday.Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event at a Utah college campus last September. A preliminary hearing scheduled for the week of J...
Temple, Tx (FOX 44) - Temple police made quick work of tracking down a suspect from Thursday's South 31st St smoke shop robbery with Trayvon Lacole Monta Houston now in jail. Bond has been set at quarter-million dollars for Houston who is charged with first degree felony aggravated robbery in the...
Baylor baseball picked up Texas State right-hander Keller Eberly out of the NCAA transfer portal last week, giving coach Mitch Thompson another experienced arm with one year of eligibility remaining.
Even as the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence most Americans are mired in dissatisfaction with the nation's present and pessimism about its future.
An outbreak of tornadoes killed at least two people and left a path of destruction in Illinois and Indiana on Sunday after a tornado earlier in the day killed a person in Kansas.Nearly three dozen tornado reports were logged by the Storm Prediction Center in Illinois and Indiana, as supercell thu...
Lionel Messi broke the World Cup career scoring record Monday, scoring twice in defending champion Argentinas match against Austria.Messi gave Argentina a 1-0 lead in the 38th minute after missing a penalty kick earlier in the game. He added another goal in the 94th minute, bringing his career Wo...
A federal judge has blocked an attempt by the Trump administration to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials, calling it an effort to harass and retaliate against them.In a ruling unsealed Monday, U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz found the dominant purpose of the subpoenas ...
The Iranian national football team left a handwritten note in its locker room following its group stage match against Belgium on Sunday.The note stated that the players came to the United States with pride, competed with honor, and leave with dignity.RELATED STORY | Visa denials, high ticket pric...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The best youth golf tournament in Texas, the Texas Youth Classic, is returning for a second-straight year - and FOX 44 is once again the proud official media sponsor! The event spans from Tuesday, June 30th to July 1st, with registration open until this Thursday! If you wou...
For ESPN's Malika Andrews, NBA draft night is about more than reading names. It’s about getting the story right.
If you're looking to save money on produce, have you ever thought about growing your own? It might seem like an intimidating task but it can as simple as using the scraps from your last dinner.Whether you have a farm or just a kitchen counter top, re-growing your produce can save you money. Inste...
This summer’s forecast is in: clear skies and good books from here on out.
Copperas Cove, Tx (FOX 44) - Copperas Cove police have arrested a man accused of ramming a woman's pickup with his own as she drove with two daughters in her vehicle. An arrest affidavit stated police were called Saturday night shortly before 11p.m. The victim told police the suspect, identified ...
Many homeowners in Central Texas are discovering their standard insurance doesn't cover flood damage sometimes too late.Watch Full Story Here: Avoiding damage debt: What Central Texas homeowners should know about flood insuranceTio Gonzales knows the feeling well. The Hewitt homeowner has watche...
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The McLennan County Alzheimer's Expo is back for 2026, providing valuable resources for those affected by a growing disease. For more information about this event, you can watch our interview above.
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