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President Donald Trump announced Katie Zacharia will serve as the new permanent White House Press Secretary, filling a role vacated by Caroline Leavitt at the end of August. In a post on social media , President Trump said Zacharia "has an unblemished record of support, and has b...
Local
A powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck Panama on Friday morning, shaking buildings as far away as the capital and prompting evacuations, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake was centered about 10 kilometers (6 miles) southwest of the remote community of Pitaloza Arriba, near Pan...
safety
Washington County, Tx (FOX44) - A head on crash in a no passing zone near the Grimes County line in Washington County has left three people dead three seriously injured. Department of Public Safety Sergeant Justin Ruiz said it happened just before 5:30 p.m. Thursday on State High...
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Well, here we go again, it’s the Milwaukee Brewers against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Small market vs. big market. David vs. Goliath.
schools
A Waco Independent School District employee was notified that Frontline Education experienced a data security incident on August 14, which exposed district employee and job applicant information. The information exposed included employee and job applicant social security numbers,...
Parks
Mars Inc. has released seven limited-edition collectible M&M'S mashup packs featuring the brand's spokescandies ahead of the theatrical release of Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Doomsday." The mashup packs feature Yellow as Wolverine, Red as Deadpool, Blue as Daredevil, Purple as Elektra, Green as Sh...
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When I think about college football's best rivalries, I think about an Iron Bowl anecdote former Auburn beat writer Bennett Durando unearthed several years ago....
government
The Arlington County Board in Virginia filed a lawsuit Thursday opposing the construction of the Triumphal Arch, becoming the first governmental body to take legal action against President Donald Trump's planned monument. The lawsuit, filed in the Eastern District of Virginia, cr...
parks
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Hundreds of people will come together at Waco's Legend's Crossing for a common goal — to end Alzheimer’s. The Waco Walk to End Alzheimer's will take place this Saturday, October 10, at 5100 Crosslake Parkway. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with a special ce...
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The Financial Times reported that Starbucks has explored a potential acquisition of Chipotle in recent months. It remains unclear whether Starbucks made a formal offer or how likely a deal is to materialize. Neither Starbucks nor Chipotle would comment on the report. RELATED STOR...
parks
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – Here's your chance to experience an adult Halloween party atmosphere while helping a great cause! The Arc of McLennan County is hosting its annual “Boos On The Brazos” at the Lee Lockwood Library and Museum this Saturday! Proceeds from this signature fundra...
government
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - National Hispanic American Heritage Month is here, and we at FOX 44 will have a selection of stories to share! This month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture takes place from September 15 to October 15. It is a time when extra reco...
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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...
Local
Janie Marie Harwell went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 4, 2026, in Waco, Texas. She was born December 12, 1949, in Corsicana, Texas, to James Lester Harwell and Rose Marie Harwell, and was lovingly known as…...
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GEORGETOWN, Texas (FOX 44) - Funeral arrangements have been announced for former Texas A&M head football coach Dennis Franchione. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, October 19, at The Worship Place in Georgetown, located at 811 Sun City Boulevard. A reception wil...
