No injuries reported in Lorena grocery store fire

LORENA, Texas (FOX 44) – No injuries have been reported after a fire was extinguished at a Lorena grocery store. The Lorena Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a reported commercial structure fire at Brookshire Brothers at approximately 10:42 p.m. Friday. The business is located at 406 S Frontage Road. Crews were on scene within […]

Family of eight displaced after Waco house fire

WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – UPDATE: A family of eight has been displaced after a Waco house fire. Waco Fire Chief Robby Bergerson tells FOX 44 News that a phone call received at approximately 2:45 p.m. Saturday reported a possible house fire. Units were dispatched to 2331 Lake Air Drive. One minute later, the call […]

Waco police investigating after man set on fire Friday night

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - The Waco Police Department is investigating an aggravated assault after a man was set on fire Friday night. Around 11:43 p.m., Waco police officers responded to a house in the 400 block of Walnut Street for an unknown call. Upon arrival, officers learned that a verbal...

Eddy mother charged after deputies find meth, shotgun in home, affidavit says

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - An Eddy mother was arrested after having drugs and a gun at home, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by KWTX. The arrest affidavit states that on Nov. 4, Precinct 1 constables were serving an eviction notice to Alyssa Mishelle Lewis in the 100 block of Crescent Creek Drive in Eddy, Texas.

Texas DPS Names Repeat Offender as State's Most Wanted For November

Texas DPS needs your help locating Waco fugitive James Michael Jackson, Jr. He is wanted for robbery and parole violations, and a $6,000 reward is on the line. Call Crime Stoppers or submit a tip online today.

Bruceville-Eddy Man Gets Life After Telling Shooting Victim to Die Slow

A McLennan County jury needed just 15 minutes to convict a 20-year-old Bruceville-Eddy man of murder, rejecting his claim of self-defense in the fatal shooting of a man whose car had broken down outside his home. Brandon Michael Davis was sentenced to life in prison and must serve at least 30 years before he becomes eligible for parole in the January 2025 killing of 38-year-old Dustin Nobles.

The Texas Soda That Wasn't Always Called Big Red

The bright red Texas favorite got its start in Waco in 1937, but it had a very different name back then. And its flavor? That's still up for debate.

Mother seeks public’s help finding missing 16-year-old in Waco

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Avery McGarry’s mother is seeking the public’s help to find her son once again in Waco. Tatiana McGarry shares that Avery McGarry went missing from their apartment on Baylor’s campus Nov. 6 around 3:20 p.m. “The only thing I do know is that...

Community remembers Sascee’s owner John Neal for generosity

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Friends, family and the pastor of local restaurant owner John Neal are remembering him for his generosity and willingness to help others. Neal passed away on Oct. 28, 2026. He was 73. Born Jan. 20, 1953, Neal, who shared Sascee’s with his wife, Marcia, was known...

Bellmead man arrested after biting, punching woman during theft

BELLMEAD, Texas (KWTX) - Bellmead police arrested a man Thursday after he assaulted a woman, stealing her keys and phone during a parking lot incident in August. The arrest complaint identifies the man as James Michael Jackson, 29. According to the complaint, Bellmead officers responded to a 911 hang-up call...

Jaylen Raynor Finds Cameron Pettaway For Wide Open 50-Yard TD, Extending Iowa State’s Lead Over Baylor

Prestonwood sweeps Antonian for TAPPS 6A title; 11-time state champion coach Ryan Mitchell to retire

ROBINSON – Prestonwood Christian head volleyball coach Ryan Mitchell has enjoyed plenty of moments like Saturday throughout his legendary career on the sidelines. Mitchell watched his Lady Lions put a resounding stamp on a 42-4 season following a 3-0 sweep (25-19, 25-21, 25-10) of San Antonio Antonian to capture the TAPPS 6A state championship at Robinson High School. The win marked Prestonwood’s fourth title in five years and the eighth for the program. For Mitchell, it was the 11th state championship of his storied career. There was a bit more emotion to this one, however, as Mitchell is retiring from coaching high school volleyball. “They all feel so special. I think this one, knowing that it’s my last time to coach high school … every one of those titles is special in their own right. It’s picture-perfect to go out on top,” Mitchell said. “Even this morning, it was hard not to get those nerves like it’s your first one because you just want it so bad for those girls. You also want to put a cherry on top of a long career. Today’s going to be a special day." Mitchell, who began his head coaching career in 2004 at

Baylor Football vs. BYU Week 11 Game Time, Channel Revealed

We now know when Baylor will play BYU next weekend.

Chip and Joanna Gaines List Waco Mansion for $7.4M

Chip and Joanna Gaines have listed a Waco mansion for $7.4 million, bringing the property into the public eye before its planned television debut. The more than 14,000-square-foot home stands on a 5.7-acre site at 5305 Hillcrest Dr., with views of Lake Waco. The European-style estate, known as Hawkesdene Estate,...

I Was Wrong: Joe Klanderman Should Be Baylor's Next Head Coach

I initially believed Baylor needed to hire an offensive-minded head coach. But after two impressive wins, Joe Klanderman has convinced me otherwise.

Annual Lights of Love event lights up Waco Suspension Bridge in memory of loved ones

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - As the sun set Thursday evening, over 1,000 glowing luminaries lit up the historic Waco Suspension Bridge, casting a soft blue light over the Brazos River to honor loved ones who have died. The fifth annual Lights of Love event, hosted by Providence Hospice–Community Healthcare of...

Less than two weeks ago, the Kansas volleyball team was on the ropes at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas, after dropping the first two sets to No. 24 Baylor.

The Jayhawks turned the tide in their favor on that day with a five-set win, and on Thursday night inside Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena, history didn’t repeat itself as KU swept the Bears (25-20, 25-21, 29-27) on Ray Bechard Court. “It felt like a very similar match, this time...

Trooper Daniel Shown Gets Permanent Memorial Outside DPS Office

WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — A fallen Waco DPS Trooper was immortalized in granite after passing away in February. While responding to a call on December 18th, 1988, DPS trooper Daniel Shown was shot in the head. He lost his right eye and half of his body was paralyzed. Danny Smith, a retired DPS Trooper, […]

Baylor homecoming brings different parade route

Waco, Tx (FOX 44) – What is believed to be the biggest homecoming parade in the country will take a slightly different route as Baylor University celebrates its special day Saturday. The parade will step off at 7 a.m. at its usual location at Eighth Street and Austin Avenue in downtown Waco. It will travel […]

Cheering for a cause close to home

WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – Local cheerleaders are coming together to do more than show off their skills – they are cheering for a cause close to home. Heart of Texas Cheer is hosting its annual Burning Bright Showcase to help raise money for a great cause. For information about how you can get involved, […]