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9 killed in crash of 2 Army Black Hawk helicopters in Kentucky

The U.S. Army’s Fort Campbell said the two military helicopters crashed in southwestern Kentucky during a routine training mission.
An ambulance leaves the scene of a Blackhawk crash in Cadiz, Kentucky.

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In this photo provided by the Kent County Michigan Sheriff's office, Cedric Marks is pictured...
A month later, capital murder trial of Cedric Marks still mired in jury selection

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Perry Dwyane Dixon
A ‘monster’: Waco man sentenced to life in prison after conviction on child sex abuse charge

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Some changes may be happening in Texas, as talks of a massive school safety bill, HB 3, are...
‘It’s extremely painful’: Central Texas school officials reflect on fatal Nashville shooting, look to legislative change

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Bill aims to increase penalties for failing to yield for emergency responders

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Morgan Riddell
Colton Adams lost his leg after a semi-truck crashed into the scene he was responding to. A woman was also killed in that crash.

News

Community in disbelief after West firefighter with a ‘service heart’ killed in I-35 accident

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Jasmine Lotts
The city of West is in grief after tragically losing volunteer firefighter, Edward Hykel, Tuesday.

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‘Pimpin’ ain’t easy’: Man allegedly forced woman into prostitution in Waco, received sex payments via CashApp

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Joe Villasana and KWTX Staff
A man is facing allegations he forced a woman into prostitution and received thousands of dollars in sex transaction payments via Cash App.

Local

Cecily Aguilar’s attorney requests delay of sentencing hearing after witness is unable to testify on scheduled date

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
Cecily Aguilar was scheduled to learn her punishment for her role in Vanessa Guillen's murder on April 5, 2023.

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‘Can we make more memories?’: Heartwarming ‘promposal’ caught on video at Central Texas school

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Julie Hays
A Central Texas high school senior with autism is headed to prom with his junior girlfriend who has Down syndrome and their heartwarming “promposal” was caught on video.

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Orphan baby bear from Alaska has a new home at Cameron Park Zoo in Waco

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
The baby bear is around 8 months old and was found without a mom looking for food in Alaska.
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Edward Hykel had been a volunteer firefighter for 16 years and worked in the City of West...
Volunteer firefighter killed on I-35 was a survivor of 2013 West explosion
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College Station teens receive support from community following racist texts from classmates

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Colton Adams lost his leg after a semi-truck crashed into the scene he was responding to. A...
Bill aims to increase penalties for failing to yield for emergency responders

News

One month into jury selection for Cedric Marks, a Bell county man accused of killing two people...
One month into jury selection for capital murder trial against Cedric Marks

News

The Breakdown: Wednesday March 29, 2023 (Diaper sales tax break, Texas ties to Nashville...
The Breakdown: Wednesday March 29, 2023 (Pope hospitalized, Texas ties to Nashville victims, disparities in newborn health testing)

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Carlson Law Firm announces $807-million settlement for victims and families impacted by USS Cole bombing

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has awarded an $807 million judgment to direct victims and families of the USS Cole bombing.

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Waco police detectives identify teen killed near Guthrie Park

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
A murder investigation is underway in the 3300 block of Brookview Drive.

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Infant’s death under investigation in College Station

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
The College Station Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is looking into the death of an infant.

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Volunteer firefighter killed on I-35 was a survivor of 2013 West explosion

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 2:19 PM CDT
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By KWTX Staff, Tommy Witherspoon and Jasmine Lotts
Authorities are working to clear a wreck on I-35 northbound near Tokio Road.

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Suspect wanted in Leon County apprehended following car pursuit

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
Brandon Yates, 35, has been found and in custody, the Leon County Sheriff’s Office has announced.

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Degrees of Science: Hail Research

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 1:43 PM CDT
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By Brady Taylor
In this week’s Degrees of Science we are talking about research being done on hail, including a massive hail stone in Salado

Politics

Bill eliminating tampon, diaper sales taxes OK’d by Texas House

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 7:08 PM CDT
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By ELEANOR KLIBANOFF
The proposal would remove sales tax on diapers, baby wipes and bottles; feminine hygiene products including tampons, sanitary pads and menstrual cups; maternity clothing; and products for pumping breast milk.

Local

Boy testifies Waco man sexually abused him for years, threatened to beat him if he sought help

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:05 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
A 12-year-old boy reluctantly testified Tuesday that Perry Dwyane Dixon, a family member, sexually abused him for years and threatened to beat him if he reported it.

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One of two suspects pleads guilty to lesser charge in 2019 killing of Waco rapper

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 5:45 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
Police say the killing happened during a drug robbery.

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Little Addie’s family gets a new wheelchair accessible van thanks to generous donors

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
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By Julie Hays
Addie Wolfe, 8, was born with significant chromosomal abnormalities and has lived her life in a wheelchair.

Local

Texas Senate bill would make catalytic converter theft a felony

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By Alex Fulton
If passed, Senate Bill 224, would make catalytic converter theft a felony in Texas and prosecutors could treat it as an organized crime.

Local

Trial underway for Waco man accused of sexually abusing girl, forcing her to watch pornographic images on his phone

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 4:27 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
Testimony is set to begin Tuesday morning.

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Police identify man shot, killed in Gatesville

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:57 AM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
The Gatesville Police Department is investigating a shooting Sunday that left one person dead.

State

Texas Central Railroad and landowners to meet in Dallas County Court

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By Donnie Tuggle
Attorneys representing several landowners and Texas Central Railroad are scheduled to meet on April 7 in a Dallas County courtroom to determine whether Texas Central is obligated to provide sworn answers about the project.

State

State troopers will help Austin with police patrols as the city struggles with an officer shortage

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
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By JOSHUA FECHTER
The state’s top law enforcement agency will beef up its presence in Austin and help local police handle violent crime and traffic incidents, city and state officials said Monday.

Local

Waco man stabbed, killed mother and stepfather after argument over air conditioner: affidavit

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:33 AM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
The Waco Police Department is currently investigating a capital murder where one suspect is in custody.

Tell Me Something Good

Food and music: Waco Civic Theater’s annual fundraiser comes with a twist this year

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Julie Hays
Stars Over Broadway at Milo and will take place at the popular restaurant on Franklin Avenue.

Local

Killeen police identify woman fatally shot during argument with man

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 12:45 PM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that took the life of one person, early Saturday morning.

State

Vehicle belonging to family of missing Everman child found at DFW Airport

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 8:47 AM CDT
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By OLIVIA LEACH
The family’s car was found abandoned at DFW Airport, but there was no sign of Noel.

Local

FBI arrests Navasota High School teacher for allegedly possessing, distributing child pornography

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:58 PM CDT
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By Alex Egan
A Navasota High School teacher was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigations, on suspicion of possessing and distributing child pornography.

Local

Temple police identify woman infatal overnight shooting

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:53 AM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
- The Temple Police Department has identified the victim shot in the Sunday shooting.

Local

Temple police investigate aggravated assault

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 9:24 AM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
The Temple Police Department is investigating an aggravated assault that left one man injured.
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