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Lacy Lakeview council upholds termination of former police chief Jeron Barnett
Jeron Barnett spoke to council members and the public to appeal his termination, and bring to light the latest allegations of a hostile work environment brought on by City Manager, Calvin Hodde.
‘I can’t go back to prison’: Felon accused of kidnapping ex, threatening to kill her and himself if she called police
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Zachary Alan Bridger, 30, a convicted felon, is facing a slew of charges after he violated a protective order, kidnapped his ex-girlfriend at knifepoint and threatened kill her and then himself if she called police for help, court documents state. On March 11, officers with the...
Strong rainfall, flooding lead to road closures in Lorena
LORENA, Texas (KWTX) - The Lorena Fire Department in Central Texas shared photos of a massive sinkhole on a local road after the area received “anywhere from four to six inches of rain in a short amount of time.”. “There are still some closed roads so please do not...
Humane Society of Central Texas forced to euthanize shelter dogs
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - The Humane Society of Central Texas euthanized seven dogs three hours after a desperate plea on Facebook for people to adopt and foster. Now for the second day in a row the humane society of Central Texas is in a code red, meaning they have more dogs than they have space for and are having to euthanize.
Brazos Nights is returning with a Cinco de Mayo celebration!
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The City of Waco’s annual Brazos Nights concert series returns this Friday with some Cinco de Mayo fun!. The event will take place in downtown Waco’s Indian Spring Park. The evening will feature artists. representing Texas music and Hispanic heritage. The schedule...
Central Texas town rallies behind father battling cancer, raises $150K through fundraiser
ROBINSON, Texas (KWTX) - A small Central Texas town turned up big for a beloved 44-year-old husband and father fighting an aggressive cancer by organizing a fundraiser and raising $150,000 with an event they planned in only five weeks. The “Jon Boy” fundraiser to help the family of Jon Lewis,...
Waco Gem & Mineral Show returning in 2024
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – One upcoming event will be dazzling the Lee Lockwood Library and Museum!. The Waco Gem & Mineral Club is hosting its 64th annual Gem & Mineral Show this Saturday and Sunday. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at 2801 W Waco Drive.
Mart ISD buses will not run Thursday afternoon
MART, Texas — Following severe weather conditions, Mart ISD has announced that buses will not be running Thursday afternoon. All children will need to be picked up at their school's dismissal time. Dismissal times:. Elementary: 3:25 p.m. High School: 3:35 p.m.
Felon sentenced to 45 years in prison in death of infant who died from head injuries, meth toxicity
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A four-time convicted felon entrusted to babysit a friend’s 5-month-old son was sentenced to 45 years in prison Monday in the July 2021 death of the boy, who died from blunt force head injuries and methamphetamine toxicity. Vinson Gerald Powers, 48, pleaded guilty to first-degree...
Multiple shots for brief showers & storms through Saturday: Southern MS/AL/LA Weather Forecast – 5/2/24
Looking at the next 48 hours, it looks like we will ahve two shots for storms across the area – neither chance for rain looks particularly potent. The first shot for rain will be leftovers from yesterday’s storms across parts of central and west Texas. These storms will be decaying as they get into the area, but will still feature some brief heavy rain, gusty wind and lightning.
'Uber and Lyft are Expensive': Waco Transit introduces new rideshare service, Micro Dash
WACO, Texas — Uber and Lyft will now have some competition. Waco Transit is introducing a rideshare service to take you and your neighbors around Greater Waco. The nationwide service coming to Waco is called Micro Dash. One trip is $1.50, a day pass is $3.00 and a monthly...
20-year sentence for firing at officers during a pursuit
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) – A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after entering a plea to charges he fired at officers as they pursued a vehicle which was reported stolen. McLennan County District Attorney Josh Tetens said Ryan Jacob King will have to serve...
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