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Central Texas couple speaks out after foster dog is believed to have been shot and killed in...

River ‘won’t die in vain’: Central Texas couple opens up after foster dog was killed in nearby neighborhood

Updated: 5 hours ago

By Madison Herber

A Central Texas couple is demanding justice tonight after they believe a resident in a nearby neighborhood shot their foster dog.

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Jurors in 19th State District Court deliberated three hours Thursday before convicting De’Shawn...

Waco man sentenced in sexual abuse of three child relatives

Updated: 9 hours ago

By Tommy Witherspoon

Waco man convicted of a lesser-included charge in the sexual abuse of three young family members agreed to accept a 10-year prison sentence Thursday.

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FILE: Brenda Kinsey (City of Bellmead photo)

Grand jury declines to indict ex-Bellmead assistant PD chief charged with unlawful use of department computer

Updated: 9 hours ago

By Tommy Witherspoon

The grand jury no-billed Brenda Kinsey on breach of computer security and misuse of official information charges.

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Nearly two dozen teenagers from a summer camp were injured when an elevated walkway collapsed...

Elevated walkway collapses in Texas beach city, injuring nearly 2 dozen

Updated: 11 hours ago

By The Associated Press

Nearly two dozen teenagers from a summer camp were injured when an elevated walkway collapsed Thursday in a beachside city in Texas, with five flown to the hospital by helicopter.

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Fire chief returns home after son saves his life in accident

Fire Chief in Limestone County returns home after suffering life-threatening injuries in a crash

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Ally Kadlubar

The fire chief of Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department in Limestone County is finally home after being thrown from a vehicle while responding to an emergency call.

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Killeen police investigating shooting, one person injured

Updated: 13 hours ago

By KWTX Staff

Police responded at approximately 12:00 p.m. June 8 in the 3200 block of Cantabrian Drive.

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Central Texas man sentenced to 20 years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material

Updated: 19 hours ago

By KWTX Staff

A Gatesville man was sentenced in a federal court in Waco on Wednesday to 240 months in prison for possession of visual depictions of sexual activities by minors.

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Convicted killer Cedric Marks tells jury to sentence him to death because he’s ready to go

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 9:18 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

Cedric Marks, convicted in the murders of his ex-girlfriend and her friend, on Wednesday called himself to the stand to testify in his own defense

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Petition calls on Navarro County authorities to allow extra help in missing person case

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:10 PM CDT

By Alex Fulton

Equusearch says they always require permission from local law enforcement before initiating a search.

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McGregor and Waco city officials met again Wednesday to discuss and ultimately approve the...

McGregor, Waco officials vote to recommend approval of rezoning for upscale development on HWY 84

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:45 PM CDT

By Chantel Ropp

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.

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Waco man says he’s puzzled after child relatives accused him of sexual assault

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:39 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

A Waco man on trial for sexually abusing three young family members while living with relatives in Hewitt and Woodway denied the allegations Wednesday.

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Leon County Crime Stoppers offering reward for stolen tractor

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT

By Katherine Griffith

A John Deere 65 HP 4 WD 5065E tractor was taken off FM 542 in Oakwood at the end of May.

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Disabled Waco man pleads guilty in child sex abuse case

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:23 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The 75-year-old man pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting an 8-year-old family member seven years ago.

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College Station police seeking help in finding missing 16-year-old

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 2:59 PM CDT

By Rusty Surette

Oliva Jade Delara was last seen Monday at her home.

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UPDATE: Gatesville police say suspect in theft of semi-automatic rifles captured

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 1:55 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

Gatesville Police Department is investigating the theft of firearms from a sports goods store Wednesday morning.

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CSFD report: Fire that displaced College Station family started in dryer vent

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 1:44 PM CDT

By Rusty Surette

The family has faced several financial hurdles as they seek to replace everything they lost in the fire.

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Sewage system near Reece Creek is back to normal operations

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 1:30 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The City of Killeen has contained a sewage leak at Reece Creek caused by the rupture of a domestic force main pipe Monday.

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Thief spotted driving stolen car; drags vehicle owner, and later leads police on pursuit: affidavit

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:42 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

Suspect arrested after she wrecked stolen car, police say.

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Man accused of sexually assaulting girl after tattooing victim’s mother, aunt

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:12 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The victim told investigators the suspect was a family friend who was always at her house.

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Killeen police opens area of Rancier Avenue following fire

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:49 AM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The city posted on its Facebook that “the Road is expected to be open by 8 a.m.”

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Fort Cavazos closes gate due to undisclosed incident

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:44 PM CDT

By Royden Ogletree

The post announced via Facebook that the gate was closed earlier Tuesday evening “for prudent safety reasons.”

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Police: College Station woman forced roommate into prostitution to help pay rent

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 8:17 PM CDT

By Rusty Surette

Police say cell phone messages and ads posted on websites were among the evidence collected during their investigation.

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Killeen police investigating murder of 23-year-old woman

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 6:57 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The victim was shot in the 1600 block of Benttree Drive.

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Man accused of sexually abusing teen and her two younger siblings is found guilty on lesser charge

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 6:46 PM CDT

By Tommy Witherspoon

The victim said she likely would not have reported the abuse if she hadn’t found out that it happened to her younger brother and sister.

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Madison County jury finds man guilty of sexually assaulting a child

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 6:19 PM CDT

By Megan Calongne

A Madison County jury found Manuel Escobedo guilty of aggravated sexual assault of a child, a first degree felony.

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Sea of sunflowers off Central Texas highway captivating locals and travelers

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 6:03 PM CDT

By Julie Hays

An eye-catching sea of sunflowers off a busy highway in Central Texas is catching the eyes of everyone, and their dogs!

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Affidavit: Waco man assaulted mother, stole her car after she delivered food, and led deputies on a pursuit

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:34 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

William Glenn Paten II is being held without bond.

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Mother of Valley Mills boy struck by lightning decides to keep him on ventilator until doctors are able to insert feeding tube

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:00 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The family is asking Central Texans to continue to pray for Grayson "during this difficult time.”

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Bryan shooting victim identified by police

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:07 PM CDT

By Morgan Riddell, Donnie Tuggle, Katherine Griffith and Rusty Surette

Bryan police are investigating a shooting Monday night in the 3300 block of S College Avenue near Fairway Drive.

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100 percent: Marlin ISD superintendent confirms 38 of 38 seniors in his district will graduate

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:38 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

Dr. Henson confirmed he will act as the principal at Marlin High School next school year.

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Coryell County Sheriff’s Office arrests reckless driver traveling 116 mph

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:06 PM CDT

By Angela Bonilla

Coryell County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a 33-year-old man following a vehicle pursuit of the suspect going more than 16 miles per hour.

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Update: Two people shot at College Station apartment complex Sunday morning

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 1:47 PM CDT

By Donnie Tuggle

Police later learned that a second victim went to Houston to receive medical treatment for gunshot wounds.

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Cameron Park Zoo Penguin Shores and expansion projects fully funded and on track

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 1:37 PM CDT

By Ally Kadlubar

The Cameron Park Zoo is officially on track to finish the expansion projects, including Penguin Shores, during summer 2024.

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Construction underway for new hotel in Downtown Waco

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 12:12 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The project was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, but developers say they are thrilled to get started.

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Baylor Scott & White celebrates the superheroes of National Cancer Survivors Day

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:45 AM CDT

By KWTX Staff

Baylor Scott and White Temple doctors plus cancer patients gathered outside the Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day.

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Marlin ISD holds first board meeting since graduation issues

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:25 AM CDT

By KWTX Staff

The Marlin Independent School District School Board held its first meeting Monday after graduation issues put the district in the national spotlight.

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OSHA continues investigation into fatal incident at power plant near Franklin

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 10:46 PM CDT

By Donnie Tuggle

An OSHA investigation into the death of a contract worker in an explosion at the Oak Grove Power Plant near Franklin last Wednesday is currently underway.

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College Station police arrest 16-year-old accused in stolen pickup truck

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:28 PM CDT

By Rusty Surette

Following a brief pursuit the teen was taken into custody and is now facing several charges.

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‘Unfortunate’: Waco police officer shot, killed dog after being dispatched to wrong residence

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:21 PM CDT

By KWTX Staff and Alex Fulton

The Waco Police Department on Monday evening announced it was “saddened by the unfortunate shooting” of a dog name Finn.

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‘I am fighting for my (expletive) life’: Cedric Marks lashes out at prosecutor as state pursues death penalty

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:02 PM CDT

By Jasmine Lotts

Two weeks after Cedric Marks was found guilty of capital murder, he’s now representing himself in the sentencing phase. This time, in an orange jumpsuit.

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Bell County food pantries expect higher demand due to SNAP changes

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 7:41 PM CDT

By Alex Fulton

Local food pantries like Helping Hands Ministry expect more families utilizing their resources if the recipients can't get a job.

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Waco Walks group combines its love of history, outdoors while advocating to make city more walkable

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:39 PM CDT

By Julie Hays

A local group of walkers is combining their love of the great outdoors with history, all while advocating to make Waco more walkable.

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Killeen welcomes new Chief of Police during swear-in ceremony

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:26 PM CDT

By Josh Bowering

After six months of searching, the largest city in Bell County swore in a new chief of police, today.

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Indiana man pleads no contest in sexual abuse of girl in Central Texas

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT

By Tommy Witherspoon

An Indiana man pleaded no contest Monday to sexually abusing a young girl seven years ago.

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Woodway man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:38 PM CDT

By Tommy Witherspoon

A Woodway man arrested last year after Woodway police investigated a cyber tip pleaded guilty Monday to four counts of possession of child pornography.

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