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‘This isn’t Portland or San Francisco’: Waco drug dealer sentenced to 36 years in prisonKWTX2 DAYS AGO
Affidavit: Waco man assaulted mother, stole her car after she delivered food, and led deputies on a pursuitKWTX1 DAY AGO
New SNAP benefit requirements will impact nearly 750K peopleKATV15 HOURS AGO
[WATCH] This Goth Girl Carwash Makes Me Want To Visit Waco, Texas
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Central Texas couple arrested for cruelty to non-livestock animals after shooting neighbor’s dog
BEVERLY HILLS, Texas (KWTX) - A Central Texas couple has been arrested after allegedly shooting their neighbor’s dog Tuesday morning in Beverly Hills. Bobby Chandler, 64, and Angelita Chandler,70, have been charged with cruelty to non-livestock animals, tampering with evidence, and possession of marijuana. A citizen of Beverly Hills...
Affidavit: Waco man assaulted mother, stole her car after she delivered food, and led deputies on a pursuit
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - William Glenn Paten II, 31, is charged with robbery and evading arrest or detention in a motor vehicle, after he allegedly assaulted his mother, stole the woman’s car moments after she delivered food to him, and then led authorities on a pursuit, an arrest affidavit states.
[WATCH] This Goth Girl Carwash Makes Me Want To Visit Waco, Texas
Local Waco oddities and collectibles store, Skellington Curiosities, recently held a "Goth Girl Carwash" and it looks like it was a blast. I don't know about you guys, but I'm pretty sure Lubbock should just open one of these full-time because we've certainly got enough hot goth chicks and dirty cars to keep the money flowing!
Thief spotted driving stolen car; drags vehicle owner, and later leads police on pursuit: affidavit
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Tristen James Bayer, 26, is charged with theft of property, evading arrest or detention in a motor vehicle, and robbery resulting in bodily injury after she allegedly stole a car, dragged the vehicle’s owner down the street, and led police on a pursuit, an arrest affidavit states.
McGregor, Waco officials vote to recommend approval of rezoning for upscale development on HWY 84
MCGREGOR, Texas (KWTX) - McGregor and Waco city officials met again Wednesday to discuss and ultimately approve the rezoning of an 88-acre lot next to the McGregor Executive Airport, which is proposed to become an upscale development. Currently, the zoning for the vacant space, which is nestled right off of...
‘This isn’t Portland or San Francisco’: Waco drug dealer sentenced to 36 years in prison
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A Waco parolee who authorities say was working his way up to becoming an upper mid-level drug dealer was sentenced to 36 years in prison Monday. Kamari Kenyatti Harp, 38, a three-time convicted felon, was set to stand trial Monday in Waco’s 54th State District Court before he decided to accept a plea offer from prosecutors.
Details released on crash that shut down I-35 on June 5
BRUCEVILLE-EDDY, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety has released the details of a crash that shut down traffic along I-35 on June 5. According to DPS, a truck tractor semi was traveling in the outside northbound lane of I-35 in Bruceville-Eddy when two pickup trucks traveling together attempted to pass in the inside lane.
Construction underway for new hotel in Downtown Waco
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - The skyline of downtown Waco is ever-changing, and with a new upscale hotel coming to the city, those looking to spend the night in the Heart of Texas will now have one more option to choose from. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 5 to...
Baylor women’s basketball meets with Brittney Griner before Phoenix game at Dallas
Ahead of Wednesday’s Phoenix Mercury game against the Dallas Wings, the Baylor women’s basketball team visited with former BU star Brittney Griner and presented her with a commemorative frame featuring the BG42 patch that the Bears wore on their jerseys during the 2022-23 season. Photos courtesy of Baylor...
Isaiah 117 House needs donations to help spread love to Central Texas foster care kids
MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — Isaiah 117 House needs your help to make sure children who are entering the foster care system are receiving the love, care and support they deserve on what is most likely their worse day. The organization, which started in Tennessee, has a location that will...
Waco teacher honored as Scripps National Spelling Bee Teacher of the Year in 2022 returns as guest of honor at this year’s competition
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A local teacher honored as the Scripps National Spelling Bee Teacher of the Year for 2022 just returned from the Spelling Bee in National Harbor, MD., as an honored guest, and said the experience was a dream come true. April McAdams, a third-grade teacher at South...
Sea of sunflowers off Central Texas highway captivating locals and travelers
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - An eye-catching sea of sunflowers off a busy highway in Central Texas is catching the eyes of everyone, and their dogs!. Yes, even man’s best friend is turning out to get pictures with the gorgeous patch of sunflowers stretching nearly 200 acres off Highway 84 as you leave Waco in the direction of McGregor.
Marlin High principal, counselor no longer with district; superintendent to act as high school principal next school year
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Marlin Independent School District Superintendent, Dr. Darryl J. Henson, appeared on KWTX@4 Tuesday, and confirmed he will act as the principal at Marlin High School next school year. A Marlin ISD official confirmed to KWTX the school’s principal and counselor are no longer with the district....
Waco Police track suspect accused of taking car at gunpoint
Waco, Tx (FOX44) – Waco Police have found a man they say is a suspect in the taking of a car from a woman at gunpoint back in May. It was at 3:39 p.m. on May 9 when officers were dispatched on a suspicious persons call in the area of South 12th Street and Speight Avenue. While they were on that call, officers also received information about a woman who was robbed at gunpoint nearby in the 1100 block of South 11th Street.
Midway HS student chosen for Navy Summer Flight Academy
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) – While some high school students will spend this summer doing odd jobs or hanging out with friends, a Midway High School student is completing an intensive Navy program. Cecilia Winters is taking part in an eight-week U.S. Navy Summer Flight Academy aviation program at Delaware State University. She will earn […]
Ascension Providence raising awareness of data breach
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – Ascension Providence is informing the public of data breach which occurred on March 2. Ascension Texas Manager of Public Relations and Communications Jennifer Hudson says the company was alerted to a security event involving Ascension Providence’s legacy website. This was managed by a third party vendor, Vertex. Hudson says the company […]
7 Best Places to Buy a Home in Texas in 2023
Waco is home to famed home remodelers and stars of HGTV's Fixer Upper, Chip, and Joanna Gaines, drawing in buyers of various real estate types, including first-timers, families upgrading/downsizing their existing properties, retirees looking for vacation properties as investments or investors looking for vacation properties in Waco. Waco is well known for its abundance of shopping opportunities. From Magnolia Market at the silos to The Findery and Simply Irresistible, Waco offers home decor and shopping delights galore - everything from accent pieces and wall decorations to rustic kitchenware and candles is offered here!
MCC closing for Juneteenth Holiday
McLennan Community College will be closed Monday, June 19, 2023, for the Juneteenth Holiday. The College will reopen Tuesday, June 20. Current students may continue to register for Summer II and Fall classes online through WebAdvisor. New students can follow the steps to becoming a student at www.mclennan.edu/admissions/become-a-student/index.html. For more...
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