Hannah Hall
KWTX Morning Reporter
KWTX
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Hannah Hall joined KWTX as a morning reporter. She previously reported in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
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Looking around Jarrell today, you can still see scars and reminders of this disaster 25 years ago. But the people of Jarrell are strong and resilient, and they’ve come a long way in a quarter of a century.
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It’s been 20 years since Texas joined the national Click It or Ticket campaign, and while TxDOT said seatbelt use has increased, there’s still work to be done.
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After months of consideration, a naming commission created to consider new names for U.S. military bases named after Confederate leaders has announced recommendations for nine Army installations, including Fort Hood.
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Nearly a year after an electrical fire heavily damaged G. W. Carver Middle School, Waco ISD officials are set to break ground on the new building.
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On Thursday, China Spring High School’s One Act team competed in the state meet. It’s something that hasn’t happened since 2013, but there’s something else that makes this achievement special.
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A community is mourning after the loss of Belton High School senior Joe Ramirez, Jr.
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College graduations are right around the corner, and that means thousands of students will be looking for jobs, some of them right here in Central Texas.
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Property values increased more than 30 percent over last year on average in McLennan County, and that means a spike in property taxes as well.
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Millions of Ukrainians have left their homes, some walking miles and miles to escape the destruction, and seeing those images has inspired one Central Texas woman to try and help.
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School districts around Central Texas are hoping to build new schools, make substantial upgrades and prepare for the future, and that means one thing—bond elections.
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Property taxes are a hot topic right now, especially as home values keep rising, and two proposed amendments could bring some relief.
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Another Election Day is around the corner, and early voting is already underway.
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The city of Temple announced a youth advisory commission last year as a way to get more teenagers involved in the city. Now, the group has been meeting for several months, and they’re working to make a difference in their city.
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One local city is hoping to support their local musicians, and it’s looking for community help as it begins the process.
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Wednesday is the National Day of Volunteering, and to celebrate, some Belton ISD students are sharing encouraging messages with the community.
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The Killeen Police Department is hoping a new program will offer some relief to victims of violent crime in the city. Thanks to a Victims of Crime Act grant, victims of violent crime in Killeen can get up to eight free counseling sessions.
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The 100 Club Heart of Texas has spent the last 10 years giving back to law enforcement and firefighters along with their families, and on Friday, the McLennan County community can help with that mission.
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The tornado that swept through southern Bell County was devastating for so many, but it especially close to home for one state representative.
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It’s been two years since borrowers have had to pay on their student loans, and while that pause was extended four more months, a financial expert said it’s time to think about preparing for payments again.
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Belton ISD is partnering with The Cody Stephens Foundation to offer cardiac screenings for students in 6th through 12th grade.
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Road construction is all too common in Central Texas right now, and unfortunately, so are work zone crashes.
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A local mom has been working to help Baylor University students ever since her son started there in 2019, but now she’s looking for some help to continue her work.
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Many schools in the area are hosting or participating in job fairs to fill jobs, and nearly 50 school districts and several teacher preparation programs will be at the Education Service Center Region 12 job fair Wednesday afternoon.
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During the past several years, a local woman has helped nearly 300 animals find homes, and despite a tough diagnosis, she is carrying on with her mission.
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It’s not an April Fool’s joke--Main Event is finally open in Waco, and walking through the doors means walking into 50,000 square feet of fun.
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The Ironman race is about six months away and this year, there will be a hometown team to root for.
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The pandemic heightened mental health problems people of all ages were experiencing, but a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights what teens were facing.
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The teacher shortage is not a new problem, but some local schools are looking at some newer ways to fix it.
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Meta, Facebook’s parent company, announced March 31 that it will invest $800 million in Temple to create a Hyperscale Data Center, according to a press release from the Temple Economic Development Corporation.
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Police said one car was stopped after a pursuit down SB I-35 early Thursday morning.
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Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott is known for her donations, and her latest one could bring more affordable housing to Central Texas.
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The Waco-McLennan County Public Health District wants to make it easier for you to be active in the community, and it’s looking for you to weigh-in on how that happens.
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Dinosaurs are invading Waco, and there’s a chance to get up close and learn more about them at Jurassic Quest.
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Many Wacoans remember the 25th Street Theatre, and while it closed down decades ago, a new building is taking its place, and it’s one meant to serve the community.
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Michaela McCown and Caleb Scarbrough are looking forward to the chance to meet their goals and learn more about themselves through competing in this year's Ironman race.
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March is Women’s History Month, and a group of Temple High School students are making a little history of their own.
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Beginning March 21, weather permitting, TxDOT will continue work on the Mall to Mall project, which will mean some lane closures over the next few weeks.
Waco will host Ironman races for the next seven years, and the Greater Waco Sports Commission wanted to find a way to help the community get to know some of the athletes and help support them.
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Wednesday morning, the Waco area was able to get a look at a new space at McLennan Community College, one the college hopes will support students.
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Teacher shortages are not a new problem, but it’s one the pandemic has aggravated. Now, Texas education officials are hoping to get to the bottom of the problem with a new task force.
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The federal government estimates 40 million people have invested in, traded or used cryptocurrencies. As more people are interested, the president is directing the government to research digital currency.
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Not many people can say they’ve had a film chosen for South by Southwest, but one local high schooler is adding her name to the list.
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A new industrial training center could be coming to the Waco area, and it could help fill a labor gap some businesses are seeing.
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Going to the dentist can be a stressful time for kids, and even adults, but a local dentist office hopes to ease the fears by using a furry friend.
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President Joe Biden is traveling to Fort Worth on Tuesday, and according to the White House, he is expected to push for a federal rule to help veterans exposed to toxic burn pits.
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Construction crews and orange cones have become a common sight in and around downtown Waco over the last year, and even longer in some places. The construction can make it hard to get around, and that’s affecting some local businesses.
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The largest school district in Central Texas is hosting a job fair Saturday morning, and they’re looking to fill positions for the current school year and the next.
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For many people, sports can be a lifelong passion, and the group of women on the Waco Six Shooters are no exception.
Early voting ended Friday, and in some Central Texas counties, turnout was higher than in March 2018, the last year Texas held a primary for governor.
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Russia and Ukraine may be thousands of miles from the United States, but what’s happening overseas will have an impact here at home, and it’s one you may have already noticed.