Saturday, May 18 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:26:01 GMT
There are many things just lying in your home that can hurt the environment. That's why local cities organized a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Waco, Woodway, Hewitt, Lorena and Lacy LakeviewMore >>
There are many materials just lying around your home that can hurt the environment. That's why local cities organized a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, Saturday. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 8:18 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:18:53 GMT
A man who broke out in rage overnight Friday is behind bars for abandon endangering a child and criminal negligence. Michael Alan Penno, 29, was arrested on four counts. Gatesville police officers wereMore >>
A man who broke out in rage overnight Friday is behind bars for abandon endangering a child and criminal negligence. Michael Alan Penno, 29, was arrested on four counts. Gatesville police officers wereMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:11:34 GMT
A man convicted of killing two children has a bond set pending a new trial. Ed Graf Jr. was convicted in 1988 of killing his two step-sons by burning them in a backyard storage shed. 25 years later,More >>
A man convicted 25 years ago of killing his two step-sons has his bond set pending a new trial.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:22:27 GMT
After more than half a year, the town of Buckholts has a new police chief. Martin Jackson officially took over Friday as the chief of police. The city chose Jackson in mid march but he was not able toMore >>
Buckholts has new police chief after previous chief was fired after being arrested for falsifying government documents. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 4:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:43:23 GMT
West residents will have to get permits in order to bulldoze their homes. City officials announced Thursday they will have guidelines for anyone who needs to demolish their homes. This is as the townMore >>
In order to ensure safety for people and the infrastructure, the city of West is requiring residents to file for a permit before demolishing their damaged homes.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:59 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:59:04 GMT
West Police arrested a man early Friday morning on a terroristic threat charge after he fired a pellet gun at several people outside of a bar. Police said the incident happened around midnight outsideMore >>
West Police arrested a man early Friday morning on a terroristic threat charge after he fired a pellet gun at several people outside of a bar. Police said the incident happened around midnight outsideMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:39:34 GMT
In Waco the wait time for a VA claim is about 150 days or four months longer than the national average. In November of 2012 Senator John Cornyn said Waco had the longest wait time and the most backlogMore >>
In Waco the wait time for a VA claim is about 150 days or four months longer than the national average.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:36 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:36:05 GMT
The state and federal agencies work at the West Fertilizer Co. is complete, but the investigation continues. This includes the possibility the fire was intentionally set. State and federal experts saidMore >>
The state and federal agencies work at the West Fertilizer Co. is complete, but the investigation continues. This includes the possibility the fire was intentionally set. State and federal experts saidMore >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:21:11 GMT
Federal authorities are expected to announce at 4 p.m. Thursday the results of their investigation into the cause of the fire and explosion at the West Fertilizer Company April 17th. That newscast willMore >>
Federal and state investigators say the cause of the West Fertilizer Company explosion is "undetermined."More >>
Utility officials say about 20,000 homes and businesses have lost electricity after tornadoes swept through North Texas and left at least six people dead.More >>
Utility officials say nearly 15,000 homes and businesses have lost electricity after tornadoes swept through North Texas and left at least six people dead.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:25 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:25:07 GMT
Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas will host a job fair on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 2547 Jerry Mashek Drive in West, Texas. Workforce SolutionsMore >>
Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas will host a job fair on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 2547 Jerry Mashek Drive in West, Texas.More >>
Federal and state officials say they're poised to announce findings of their investigation into a deadly Texas fertilizer plant explosion that killed at least 14 people.More >>
Federal and state officials say they're poised to announce findings of their investigation into a deadly Texas fertilizer plant explosion that killed at least 14 people.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:42:36 GMT
Three men have been arrested for stealing an ATM machine at a Bellmead convenience store. The incident happened early Wednesday morning at the Modern Food Mart in the 1200 block of Hogan Ln. BellmeadMore >>
Police in Bellmead are looking for three men who are accused of stealing an ATM machine at a Bellmead convenience store.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:29:59 GMT
A property owner caught two teenagers breaking into a barn Wednesday afternoon. The incident happened around 2 p.m. at the intersection of Rogers Hill Rd. and Tokio Rd. east of Gholson. The two men, agesMore >>
A property owner caught two teenagers breaking into a barn Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:56:45 GMT
A former solider with a history of post-traumatic stress disorder held a standoff with law enforcement for more than two hours. The standoff began around noon on Wednesday in a home on Willbanks Rd. Sheriff'sMore >>
A former solider with a history of post-traumatic stress disorder held a standoff with law enforcement for more than two hours.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:53:39 GMT
The Waco Animal Shelter still has animals that have not been claimed by West residents. The Waco shelter has taken in more than a hundred animals rescued from the April 17 explosion. While many haveMore >>
The Waco Animal Shelter still has animals that have not been claimed by West residents.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:39:26 GMT
A 29-year-old man is being held on hate crime and assault charges following an incident at a Bellmead convenience store. The incident occurred Tuesday night at a store in the 3600 block of Bellmead Dr. PoliceMore >>
A 29-year-old man is being held on hate crime and assault charges following an incident at a Bellmead convenience store.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:26 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:26:36 GMT
A McLennan County Grand Jury have cleared two Waco police officers for an officer involved shooting that occurred in mid-January. Officers Hans Fitting and Darrell Patterson were "No Billed" during Wednesday'sMore >>
A McLennan County Grand Jury has cleared two Waco police officers for an officer involved shooting that occurred in mid-January.More >>
A former first-responder in the Central Texas town devastated by a deadly plant explosion is to appear in court on allegations that he possessed materials for a pipe bomb.More >>
A first responder who helped evacuate people ahead of a deadly explosion at a Texas fertilizer plant will plead not guilty to a charge he possessed bomb-making materials.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:10 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:10:52 GMT
Police were able to subdue and arrest a Copperas Cove man accused of choking his wife and resisting police officers. Police were called to the Catus Motel on East Highway 190 at 4:30 p.m. Monday afternoonMore >>
Police were able to subdue and arrest a Copperas Cove man accused of choking his wife and resisting police officers.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:52 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:52:55 GMT
A 37-year-old man accused of threatening a family and endangering a child has been arrested. The incident occurred Monday at a home north of Copperas Cove at the intersection of Twin Mountain Rd. and LutheranMore >>
A 37-year-old man accused of threatening a family and endangering a child has been arrested.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:27 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:27:53 GMT
Waco police say a 66-year-old man drowned in Lake Waco Tuesday morning. The incident happened around 11:30 a.m. near Speegleville Park. Officers are calling the incident an accidental drowning. AuthoritiesMore >>
Waco police have identified a Gatesville man who drowned in Lake Waco Tuesday morning.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-05-15 12:59:18 GMT
McLennan County taxpayers will have to foot the bill for a costly capital murder trial in Williamson County. Judge Ralph Strother says the case against 26-year-old Albert Love was moved because of publicity. LoveMore >>
McLennan County taxpayers will have to foot the bill for a costly capital murder trial in Williamson County. Judge Ralph Strother says the case against 26-year-old Albert Love was moved because of publicity.More >>
Four weeks after a fertilizer plant exploded in Texas, investigators have yet to announce what prompted the fire and touched off the massive explosion that killed 14 people.More >>
Four weeks after a fertilizer plant exploded in Texas, investigators have yet to announce what prompted the fire and touched off the massive explosion that killed 15 people.More >>
Waco ISD has more than 15-hundred students who are designated as homeless. The district has a grant funded department dedicated to helping remove any barriers that may keep these students from attendingMore >>
Waco ISD has more than 15-hundred students who are designated as homeless.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:57:10 GMT
A sergeant first class assigned to a sexual harassment and assault response prevention program at Ft. Hood is under investigation for pandering, abusive sexual contact, assault and maltreatment of subordinates. TheMore >>
A sergeant first class assigned to a sexual harassment and assault response prevention program at Ft. Hood is under investigation for pandering, abusive sexual contact, assault and maltreatment of subordinates. TheMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:23 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:23:36 GMT
Since the governments automatic spending cuts went into effect, furlough days have been looming over civilian workers at military bases across the country, including fort hood. Tuesday, Defense SecretaryMore >>
Tuesday, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced the pentagon would be cutting the number of unpaid days off for civilian workers down to 11 days.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:30:41 GMT
Driving while intoxicated may take on a new meaning soon. That's because the definition of 'drunk' could change. The NTSB wants to drop the legal limit from .08 to .05. NTSB Chairman Deborah HesmanMore >>
Driving while intoxicated may take on a new meaning soon. That's because the definition of 'drunk' could change. The NTSB wants to drop the legal limit from .08 to .05.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:25:07 GMT
Police arrested a man who attempted to flee from McLennan County Sheriff deputies and steal a woman's car Monday night. The incident began at 9 p.m. near the intersection of Elm Street and Interstate 35. AMore >>
Police arrested a man who attempted to flee from McLennan County Sheriff deputies and steal a woman's car Monday night.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:17:34 GMT
A local man has been arrested on four separate counts of online solicitation of a minor. Waco police began investigating 22-year-old Gabriel Ray Arias in early March of 2013. Authorities were first informedMore >>
A local man has been arrested on four separate counts of online solicitation of a minor.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:55:33 GMT
Killeen police arrested a 19-year-old man accused of assaulting his mother and damaging a police car Monday night. Tharon Desmond Morris Jr. was arrested during a domestic dispute with his mother at theirMore >>
Killeen police arrested a 19-year-old man accused of assaulting his mother and damaging a police car Monday night.More >>
County star Willie Nelson has donated more than $120,000 for relief efforts following a deadly fertilizer plant explosion near his Central Texas hometown.More >>
Country star Willie Nelson has donated more than $120,000 for relief efforts following a deadly fertilizer plant explosion near his Central Texas hometown.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-14 16:55:26 GMT
A Central Texas man is dead after he rode his motorcycle into a curb and crashed into a drainage ditch over the weekend. Police say 24-year-old Michael Skylar-Jones Pegues died from his injuries in a wreckMore >>
A Fort Hood soldier is dead after he rode his motorcycle into a curb and crashed into a drainage ditch over the weekend.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:04 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:04:36 GMT
A McLennan County man is in jail after he attempted to set a home on fire twice in one morning. 30-year-old Stevenson Jay Wallace faces charges of arson family violence for the incident. McLennan CountyMore >>
A McLennan County man is in jail after he attempted to set a home on fire twice in one morning.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:48 AM EDT2013-05-14 12:48:50 GMT
A Harker Heights man has been arrested for holding a person hostage in Killeen. 24-year-old Cody Sedgwick has been charged with kidnapping. Officers went to an apartment complex in the 2400 block ofMore >>
A Harker Heights man has been arrested for holding a person hostage in Killeen.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-05-14 12:43:21 GMT
Fire investigators are trying to figure out what caused a fire that put one family out of their home. The fire started Monday afternoon at a home in the 100 block of Alex Gill Ln. in Chalk Bluff. TheMore >>
Fire investigators are trying to figure out what caused a fire that put one family out of their home.More >>
The Central Texas man who was sentenced on super aggravated sex assault in March was denied a re-trial. Keith Allen Jones was sentenced to life for sexually abusing a little girl. Today, his brotherMore >>
The Central Texas man who was sentenced on super aggravated sex assault in March was denied a re-trial. Keith Allen Jones was sentenced to life for sexually abusing a little girl. More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:51:47 GMT
After years of fighting for new roads, some Central Texans are one step closer to receiving what they've been wanting, new paved roads. Copperas Cove residents in Sunset Estates are willing to pay moreMore >>
After years of fighting for new roads, some Central Texans are one step closer to receiving what they've been wanting, new paved roads. Copperas Cove residents in Sunset Estates are willing to pay moreMore >>
Monday, May 13 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:51:55 GMT
Texas Medical Association is looking to save medical professionals time and money and modernize medical practices by backing a series of bills in legislation. If passed, doctors could soon be able toMore >>
Texas Medical Association is looking to save medical professionals time and money and modernize medical practices by backing a series of bills in legislation.More >>
Jury selection is now underway for the Spring Street capital murder trial. If convicted, 26-year-old Albert Love faces the death penalty for the murders of two Waco men back in 2011. Another defendantMore >>
Jury selection is now underway for the Spring Street capital murder trial. If convicted, 26-year-old Albert Love faces the death penalty for the murders of two Waco men back in 2011.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:41:13 GMT
A 29-year-old Waco man accused of attacking and choking his girlfriend is now in McLennan County Jail. Police were called to a home in the 3700 block of N. 20th St. before 4 a.m. Sunday morning. AuthoritiesMore >>
A 29-year-old Waco man accused of attacking and choking his girlfriend is now in McLennan County Jail.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:44:00 GMT
A local man is stabbed in front of his home early Sunday morning. The incident happened on the 2600 block of Clay Ave. at 4:35 a.m. When police arrived to the scene, they found the victim in the frontMore >>
A local man is stabbed in front of his home early Sunday morning.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:09:51 GMT
Central Texas voters stood tall for education on Saturday. Nine area school districts were up for bond elections, and eight of them passed. The largest was Midway ISD where voters passed a $34.5 millionMore >>
Central Texas voters stood tall for education on Saturday. Nine area school districts were up for bond elections, and eight of them passed. The largest was Midway ISD where voters passed a $34.5 millionMore >>
Monday, May 13 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:31:21 GMT
Police are investigating why a man drove his truck into a building early Monday morning. The accident happened around 1 a.m. in the 100 block of Sherman. Officers say the man drove his truck off theMore >>
Police are investigating why a man drove his truck into a building early Monday morning.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 8:23 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:23:10 GMT
Four children are sent to the hospital after two vehicles collided in Waco Sunday night. The accident happened at the intersection of Franklin and New Rd just before 8 p.m. Officials say seven people,More >>
Four children are sent to the hospital after two vehicles collided in Waco Sunday night.More >>
An assistance center in a Central Texas community still recovering nearly a month after a deadly fertilizer plant explosion will resume regular hours.More >>
An assistance center in a Central Texas community still recovering nearly a month after a deadly fertilizer plant explosion will resume regular hours.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-05-12 04:19:38 GMT
Municipal elections in Waco, Temple and Killeen were kind to incumbents in Saturday's municipal elections. In Waco's District 2, incumbent councilwomen Alice Rodriguez held off challenger Dave Emley withMore >>
Incumbents fared well in Saturday's municipal and school elections.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 12:16 AM EDT2013-05-12 04:16:39 GMT
Temple council member Danny Dunn will take over as mayor after defeating Lamar Collins Saturday. According to the unofficial results Dunn received 1697 votes to Collins' 679. The Temple city councilMore >>
Temple has a new mayor as Danny Dunn defeats Lamar Collins in Saturday's election.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 12:09 AM EDT2013-05-12 04:09:13 GMT
Bryce Reed plans to plead not guilty his attorney says in a statement Saturday. Waco attorney Jonathan Sibley is representing Reed. The entire statement is shown below. "We are aware of the allegationsMore >>
West man accused of carrying a destructive device says in a statement that he will plead not guilty.More >>
Saturday, May 11 2013 12:28 AM EDT2013-05-11 04:28:05 GMT
The Waco Tea Party wants a congressional investigation after the Internal Revenue Service apologized Friday for targeting and harassing conservative political groups for additional reviews during the 2012More >>
The Waco Tea Party still wants a congressional investigation after the IRS apologized to conservative political groups across the nation for targeting and harassing them.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-05-11 03:53:56 GMT
Nine Central Texas districts are looking to pass bonds. Academy ISD $17.2 million, China Spring ISD $15.3 million, Franklin ISD $6 million, Goldthwaite ISD $7.6 million, Groesbeck ISD $7.6 million, LeonMore >>
Nine Central Texas districts are looking to pass bonds. Academy ISD $17.2 million, China Spring ISD $15.3 million, Franklin ISD $6 million, Goldthwaite ISD $7.6 million, Groesbeck ISD $7.6 million, LeonMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-05-11 03:51:32 GMT
Authorities have arrested a man for possession of destructive device. Bryce Reed was booked into McLennan County Jail at 2:40 a.m. U.S. Marshal's picked him up from the jail at 7:42 a.m. There is noMore >>
McLennan County Sheriff's Office says there is no evidence linking the arrest of a West man to the West fertilizer explosion.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 9:21 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:21:20 GMT
Automatic spending cuts that went into affect march first have slashed budgets and cut funding for many programs. Now local women's and family shelters are feeling the impact. In March, the federalMore >>
Automatic spending cuts that went into affect march first have slashed budgets and cut funding for many programs. Now local women's and family shelters are feeling the impact. More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 9:17 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:17:59 GMT
A West woman recalls the tense moments when she was with the man arrested for an explosive device. 31 year old Bryce Reed was charged in federal court Friday with possession of an explosive device. HeMore >>
A West woman was with Bryce Reed outside a restaurant as he was arrested Thursday night for possession of a destructive device.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:35:13 GMT
Two Temple men are in Bell County Jail after they are accused of beating and robbing another man in his home early Thursday morning. 26-year-old James Leonard Malady and 35-year-old Brandon Troche haveMore >>
Two Temple men are in Bell County Jail after they are accused of beating and robbing another man in his home early Thursday morning.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:15:44 GMT
Investigators are trying to find out what led to a deadly early morning collision north of Holland. The incident happened just after 8 a.m. on Highway 95. Authorities say a Kia Optima collided with aMore >>
One woman is dead and another man is injured after they were involved in an early Friday morning collision north of Holland.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 4:37 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:37:55 GMT
A man is found dead in a car Friday afternoon in a Killeen neighborhood. The homeowner of a home in the 9100 block of Evergreen found the body first, and then called police. The car was in the drivewayMore >>
A man is found dead in a car Friday afternoon in a Killeen neighborhood.More >>
Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw directed the Texas Rangers to join McLennan County Sheriff Parnell McNamara in launching a criminal investigation into the West fertilizer plantMore >>
Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw directed the Texas Rangers to join McLennan County Sheriff Parnell McNamara in launching a criminal investigation into the West fertilizer plant explosion.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-05-10 12:31:37 GMT
Many Central Texans felt the effects of Thursday's severe storms, but one Temple homeowner noticed something unusual in his front yard. Not only did a piece of metal from a nearby barn land in his yard,More >>
Many Central Texans felt the effects of Thursday's severe storms, but one Temple homeowner noticed something unusual in his front yard.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 8:13 AM EDT2013-05-10 12:13:40 GMT
The town of West is well into recovery mode, and part of that is rebuilding the homes that were destroyed. Many long time residents are wary of the process, and not sure where to start or who to trust.More >>
The town of West is well into recovery mode, and part of that is rebuilding the homes that were destroyed. Many long time residents are wary of the process, and not sure where to start or who to trust.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:13 AM EDT2013-05-10 04:13:44 GMT
No one was hurt, but at least six units were destroyed by a fire at the Everyday Inn in Lacy Lakeview Thursday evening. Smoke could easily be seen by drivers on nearby I-35. The flames started in oneMore >>
No one was hurt, but six units were heavily damaged in a fire at the Everyday Motel in Lacy Lakeview Thursday evening. More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-05-10 04:08:57 GMT
Three almost new Waco ISD campuses will need to have some repairs over the summer. On Thursday night, the districts project manager took school board members on a tour of those campuses to see the issuesMore >>
Three almost new Waco ISD campuses will need to have some repairs over the summer. On Thursday night, the districts project manager took school board members on a tour of those campuses to see the issuesMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-10 04:02:22 GMT
West residents will feel the loss from the explosion for years to come. That's according to two West residents still forced to stay in the Best Western. Heather Giblet and Patricia Lyon say they wereMore >>
West residents are dealing with more than just the financial loss after the explosion hit the town April 17.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:53:01 GMT
A local woman is in McLennan County Jail after going on a violent rampage when a friend refused to give her money. The incident happened Wednesday night at The Landing Apartments in the 2500 block of EastMore >>
A local woman is in McLennan County Jail after going on a violent rampage when a friend refused to give her money.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:20:53 GMT
Police are still searching for a missing 25-year-old Waco man. Ronnie Lee Harris was last seen leaving his home on May 1 after he got into an argument with a family member. Authorities say Harris mayMore >>
Police are still searching for a missing 25-year-old Waco man.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:10 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:10:37 GMT
A 20-year-old Temple man has been arrested for burglary of a habitation after he broke into a home and was scared off by the home owner. The incident happened Wednesday at a home in the 800 block of S.More >>
A 20-year-old Temple man has been arrested for burglary of a habitation after he broke into a home and was scared off by the home owner.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:08:10 GMT
A wanted man has been arrested by police after attempting to evade law enforcement with two different vehicles. Bellmead police say Jeffery Lowrey was wanted out of Lacy Lakeview for evading arrest. PoliceMore >>
A wanted man has been arrested by police after attempting to evade law enforcement with two different vehicles.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-05-09 18:47:43 GMT
A 25-year-old man has been arrested for theft after police found him driving in a stolen vehicle early Thursday morning. The incident began after midnight, and led police to the discovery of an illegalMore >>
A 25-year-old man has been arrested for theft after police found him driving in a stolen vehicle early Thursday morning.More >>
Just three weeks before he's to stand trial for the deadly 2009 Fort Hood shooting rampage, an Army psychiatrist wants his trial delayed until this fall.More >>
A military judge has refused to delay this month's scheduled trial of a Fort Hood officer charged in a deadly 2009 shooting rampage at the Central Texas post.More >>
Police say a 2-year-old boy has died after accidentally shooting himself in the head at a North Texas home while his father was in another room.More >>
Police say a 2-year-old boy has died after accidentally shooting himself in the head at a North Texas home while his father was nearby.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 9:55 AM EDT2013-05-09 13:55:10 GMT
A Copperas Cove neighborhood may finally have their public roads paved after a long battle with the county. Neighbors of Sunset Estates met with County Judge John Firth, County Attorney Brandon Belt,More >>
A Copperas Cove neighborhood may finally have their public roads paved after a long battle with the county.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 9:30 AM EDT2013-05-09 13:30:52 GMT
Killeen police are looking for a suspect who led police on a chase Wednesday afternoon. Officers tried to make a routine traffic stop of a motorcyclist at the intersection of Mark Dr. and Traverse Dr.More >>
Killeen police are looking for a suspect who led police on a chase Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-05-09 12:56:17 GMT
A West car dealership is lending cars to West residents whose vehicles were damaged in the explosion. Sykora Ford will help out any West victim who needs a car for everyday use. Around 30 cars are currentlyMore >>
A West car dealership is lending cars to West residents whose vehicles were damaged in the explosion.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 8:40 AM EDT2013-05-09 12:40:36 GMT
West residents are complaining about outsiders coming to town to take pictures. The small town drew national attention when the explosion devastated hundreds of homes three weeks ago. All zones are openMore >>
West residents are complaining about outsiders coming to town to take pictures and looters.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 12:07 AM EDT2013-05-09 04:07:13 GMT
Three weeks ago the town of West was rocked by a deadly explosion. More than a hundred homes were demolished, and two of the town's three schools will need to be rebuilt. West ISD's board of trusteesMore >>
Three weeks ago the town of West was rocked by a deadly explosion. More than a hundred homes were demolished, and two of the town's three schools will need to be rebuilt. West ISD's board of trusteesMore >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:09:42 GMT
Waco Independent School District and the Waco Transit System have teamed up to help get students to school. The school district hopes this partnership will help boost school attendance and solve transportationMore >>
Waco Independent School District and the Waco Transit System have teamed up to help get students to school.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-08 20:49:08 GMT
U.S. Postal Inspectors and Waco police are investigating several suspicious packages found at a local post office. Postal inspectors believe the packages contain drugs that were shipped from McAllen toMore >>
U.S. Postal Inspectors and Waco police are investigating several suspicious packages found at a local post office.More >>
A nearly 7 hour standoff in a Harker Heights mobile home neighborhood ended with the man's suicide. According to a news release from Harker Heights police, the 26-year old man holed-up inside the homeMore >>
The man who held police to a seven hour standoff before being found dead on Tuesday has been identified.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-08 19:56:01 GMT
Hillsboro ISD won $50,000 from HEB in the grocery chain's prestigious Excellence in Education awards Friday night in Austin. Superintendent Dr. James "Buck" Gilcrease accepted the prize in the Small SchoolMore >>
Hillsboro ISD won $50,000 from HEB in the grocery chain's prestigious Excellence in Education awards Friday night in Austin. More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 2:29 PM EDT2013-05-08 18:29:23 GMT
A broken gas line caused traffic to stop on a Hewitt street Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at noon on the 8700 block of Chapel Rd. Police say a Mustang was trying to turn left off the road,More >>
A broken gas line caused traffic to stop on a Hewitt street Wednesday afternoon.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-08 16:13:34 GMT
Authorities have arrested a man accused of kidnapping his girlfriend early Sunday morning. The incident occurred at a home in the 4500 block of Wood Ave. at around 5 a.m. Police say the suspect's girlfriendMore >>
Authorities have arrested a man accused of kidnapping his girlfriend early Sunday morning.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-05-08 14:02:27 GMT
Police are searching for the suspects responsible for the damage of residential, business, and vehicle windows in Copperas Cove. Authorities believe the property damage was caused by either a pellet orMore >>
Police are searching for the suspects responsible for the damage of residential, business, and vehicle windows in Copperas Cove.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:33 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:33:04 GMT
Motorists on University Parks Dr. near the Clifton Robinson Tower got an unpleasant surprise late Wednesday afternoon. A sinkhole opened up in the middle of the road. The sinkhole is about five to sixMore >>
The city of Waco hopes all the lanes on University Parks Dr. will re-open on Wednesday after crews repaired a sinkhole that developed on the city street a week ago.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:03:41 GMT
Belton has given one of Bell County's oldest churches five months to raise money to restore the building, or else it will be torn down. It has been five years since the city has been presented with theMore >>
Belton has given one of Bell County's oldest churches five months to raise money to restore the building, or else it will be torn down. More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 8:44 AM EDT2013-05-08 12:44:11 GMT
More than 200 people will get to keep their jobs after a new deal was reached to save the Limestone County Detention Center. Immigration Customs Enforcement has agreed fill up 500 beds in the facilityMore >>
More than 200 people will get to keep their jobs after a new deal was reached to save the Limestone County Detention Center. More >>
Three teenagers were detained after abandoning a stolen car and running into an Automax parking lot in Killeen.The pursuit originally began on Zypher Road, when an officer attempted to pull the teens overMore >>
Three teenagers were detained after abandoning a stolen car and running into an Automax parking lot in Killeen.The pursuit originally began on Zypher Road, when an officer attempted to pull the teens overMore >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-08 03:50:44 GMT
A Texas death row inmate convicted of killing a fellow drug dealer while robbing him outside of a Waco convenience store 10 years ago was executed Tuesday evening. In the seconds before being injectedMore >>
Waco drug dealer Carroll Joe Parr was executed Tuesday night in Huntsville for the 2003 murder of a fellow drug dealer, 18-year old Joel Dominguez, outside a convenience store.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-05-08 03:12:31 GMT
Investigators are trying to figure out what caused a house in Waco to go up in flames overnight. Firefighters were called to the 1600 block of North 5th Street around midnight. They were able to putMore >>
Investigators are trying to figure out what caused a house in Waco to go up in flames overnight.More >>
Police are looking for a 23-year-old Hillsboro girl who has been missing since Sunday. Kasie Clary was last seen in the Hillsboro area at a softball game. She was wearing a pink t-shirt and jersey shortsMore >>
The Hill County Sheriff's Office says a 23-year-old Hillsboro woman, who had been missing since April 28, was found dead on Saturday.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:37 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:37:39 GMT
Baylor University celebrated significant progress in both fundraising and construction on the university's $250 million on-campus football stadium. Hundreds of dignitaries, Baylor fans and local citizensMore >>
Baylor University celebrated significant progress in both fundraising and construction on the university's $250 million on-campus football stadium.More >>
By The Associated Press As of Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at least 2,083 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan as a result of the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according...More >>
By The Associated Press As of Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at least 2,083 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan as a result of the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according to an...More >>
A Texas death row inmate within hours of his scheduled execution has filed his own motion with the U.S. Supreme Court to try to stop his punishment.More >>
A Texas death row inmate within hours of his scheduled execution has filed his own motion with the U.S. Supreme Court to try to stop his punishment.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:05 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:05:20 GMT
A skull found floating in the Leon River on Sunday has been sent off for a forensic study. Gatesville Police Chief Nathan Gohlke said they hope to determine the age and possible identification of the skull. TheMore >>
A skull found floating in the Leon River on Sunday has been sent off for a forensic study.More >>
Government officials have changed the hours of a disaster recovery center in a Central Texas town where a fertilizer plant explosion left 14 people dead.More >>
Government officials have changed the hours of a disaster recovery center in a Central Texas town where a fertilizer plant explosion left 14 people dead.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 12:07 AM EDT2013-05-07 04:07:58 GMT
A woman was airlifted to Scott & White hospital Monday night after a stabbing at a home on Lakecrest Drive in Killeen. Officers were called to 3713 Lakecrest just before 7 p.m., where they found a 21-yearMore >>
A woman is in serious condition Monday night at Scott & White Memorial Hospital after a stabbing at a home in Killeen. More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-07 03:54:49 GMT
Attorneys for accused Ft. Hood gunman Maj. Nidal Hasan are expected to ask for another delay in the court martial proceedings at a hearing on post Thursday. That pre-trial hearing is set to take placeMore >>
Accused Ft. Hood gunman Nidal Hasan's attorneys are expected to ask a military judge for another delay in his court martial until September 1. More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-07 03:50:43 GMT
The State Fire Marshal's Office won't meet its own deadline to determine a cause for the West fire and explosion. The target date to determine the cause of the fire was set last week for May 10th. NowMore >>
The State Fire Marshal's Office won't meet its own deadline to determine a cause for the West fire and explosion. The target date to determine the cause of the fire was set last week for May 10th. NowMore >>
Monday, May 6 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-05-07 03:46:50 GMT
FEMA is making some changes to its national flood insurance program and it could impact some Central Texas homes and businesses. FEMA is moving to a risk-based system meaning the higher risk area yourMore >>
FEMA is making some changes to its national flood insurance program and it could impact some Central Texas homes and businesses.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-06 23:19:06 GMT
A single story brick home was destroyed in an early afternoon house fire. The call came in at 1:30pm. Belton and Salado Fire Departments both responded to the call. 12 dogs in the house died. It wasMore >>
A single story brick home was destroyed in an early afternoon house fire. The call came in at 1:30pm. Belton and Salado Fire Departments both responded to the call. 12 dogs in the house died. It wasMore >>
An Amber Alert has been issued for a 14-year-old East Texas girl allegedly abducted from a church parking lot by an obsessed suitor with a knife.More >>
An Amber Alert for a 14-year-old East Texas girl allegedly abducted by her ex-boyfriend has been canceled after she was found and rescued.More >>
A Fort Hood solider is dead after two motorcycles collided on a Bell County highway. The accident happened at around 4:27 p.m. Saturday on FM 2228 in the west city limits of Holland. Two 2001 SuzukiMore >>
A Fort Hood solider is dead after two motorcycles collided on a Bell County highway.More >>
A 39-year-old woman accused of attacking a female victim with a knife and leaving her bleeding on the side of a highway has been arrested. Authorities found Crystal Renee Frazho in Oklahoma while conductingMore >>
A 39-year-old woman accused of attacking a female victim with a knife and leaving her bleeding on the side of a highway has been arrested. More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-06 20:28:20 GMT
A Bosque County Jail inmate is found dead in her cell Saturday morning. Officials say 36-year-old April Troyn was arrested by Clifton police and booked into the county jail pending her charges. She wasMore >>
A Bosque County Jail inmate is found dead in her cell Saturday morning.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-05-06 18:53:09 GMT
A 29-year-old man has been arrested after leaving his young children unattended at his Temple home. The incident happened on Saturday at a home in the 2900 block of W. Avenue R. A witness called policeMore >>
A 29-year-old man has been arrested after leaving his young children unattended at his Temple home.More >>
Condemned Texas inmate Carroll Parr says he's OK with capital punishment but doesn't believe he should be on death row and face lethal injection this week.More >>
Condemned Texas inmate Carroll Parr says he's OK with capital punishment but doesn't believe he should be on death row and face lethal injection this week.More >>
A small country half a world away sends support and aid to the even smaller town of west after the April 17th explosion. There's an organization in Washington D.C. named the American Friends of the CzechMore >>
The Czech Republic is raising money and rallying behind the small town of West after the deadly disaster.More >>
Dozens of people have visited a newly opened disaster recovery center in a Central Texas town where a fertilizer plant explosion claimed 14 lives.More >>
Dozens of people have visited a newly opened disaster recovery center in a Central Texas town where a fertilizer plant explosion claimed 14 lives.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-06 14:44:59 GMT
A 22-year-old Killeen man has been arrested after he is accused of breaking a woman's eye sockets. Killeen Police Department spokesperson Carroll Smith says Lashawn Marquies Lewis is being held in lieuMore >>
A 22-year-old Killeen man has been arrested after he is accused of breaking a woman's eye sockets.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 9:14 AM EDT2013-05-06 13:14:14 GMT
A stray dog caused a four car accident in Waco backing up traffic on Interstate 35. The incident happened just after 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon in the northbound lane near the University Parks exit. PoliceMore >>
A stray dog caused a four car accident in Waco backing up traffic on Interstate 35.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 9:02 AM EDT2013-05-06 13:02:18 GMT
Police are looking for a man accused of theft and impersonating an officer. Police say a man in an 80s model white pickup with chipped paint indicated for another driver to pull over at Herring and UniversityMore >>
Police are looking for a man accused of theft and impersonating an officer.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 8:24 AM EDT2013-05-06 12:24:01 GMT
West residents whose homes were destroyed during the West fertilizer plant explosion are getting help from FEMA. The Federal Emergency Management Association says they are now giving money to West residentsMore >>
West residents whose homes were destroyed during the West fertilizer plant explosion are getting help from FEMA.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 12:48 AM EDT2013-05-05 04:48:20 GMT
TEMPLE – The Bell Country Head Start program is feeling the effects of across the board spending cuts brought on by the Sequester. The National Head Start Association projects that 70,000 children nationwideMore >>
TEMPLE – The Bell Country Head Start program is feeling the effects of across the board spending cuts brought on by the Sequester. The National Head Start Association projects that 70,000 children nationwideMore >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-05-05 00:20:43 GMT
Help is coming to West from all over the nation and Saturday more than a hundred college students drove in excess of 100 miles to join in. The "Aggies for West" trip was organized by student leadersMore >>
Help is coming to West from all over the nation and Saturday more than a hundred college students drove in excess of 100 miles to join in.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 12:28 AM EDT2013-05-04 04:28:24 GMT
BREAKING NEWS: News Channel 25 obtained papers Friday night showing McLennan County has had an active Local Emergency Planning Committee since 2001 and it met as recently as February of this year. ThereMore >>
News Channel 25 obtained copies of documents showing McLennan County has had a Local Emergency Planning Committee that met at least once a year every year since 2001. More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-04 03:57:50 GMT
The Dairy Queen on the 100 block of La Sallee Ave was robbed. According to Waco police, a 6ft tall man entered the store with a gun pointed out. He had a towel wrapped around the gun. Seven customersMore >>
The Dairy Queen on the 100 block of La Sallee Ave was robbed. According to Waco police, a 6ft tall man entered the store with a gun pointed out. He had a towel wrapped around the gun. Seven customersMore >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-04 01:24:00 GMT
Vivian Brundidge, the mother of the bullied student, is growing weary with how long it is taking for her son to receive justice.The Bell County Attorney's Office says it can take anywhere between fourMore >>
Vivian Brundidge, the mother of the bullied student, is growing weary with how long it is taking for her son to receive justice.The Bell County Attorney's Office says it can take anywhere between fourMore >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:19 PM EDT2013-05-04 01:19:34 GMT
In the wake of the West Fertilizer Plant explosion and the confusion over whether McLennan County has a Local Emergency Planning Committee or not more questions have been raised than answered and it'sMore >>
In the wake of the West Fertilizer Plant explosion and the confusion over whether McLennan County has a Local Emergency Planning Committee or not more questions have been raised than answered and it's prompted News Channel 25 reached out to nearly all the counties in our viewing area. So far only received two call backs.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-04 01:11:36 GMT
It's the next step in this city-school relationship. Since last fall the city of Marlin and the Marlin ISD have been working together when juveniles are taken to municipal courts. Instead of giving kidsMore >>
The city and school proposed a new position called juvenile case manager that would be a liaison between the city courts, school and students.More >>
A Texas fertilizer plant that blew up, killing 14 people, had been a target of burglars, many trying to steal a chemical that can be used both as fertilizer and to manufacture methamphetamine.More >>
A Texas fertilizer plant that blew up, killing 14 people, had been a target of burglars, many trying to steal a chemical that can be used both as fertilizer and to manufacture methamphetamine.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 4:38 PM EDT2013-05-03 20:38:01 GMT
A 68-year-old man wanted for running a cattle scam in Freestone County surrendered himself to authorities. Jackie Lynn Farish turned himself in on Wednesday after being indicted on April 24 for missingMore >>
A 68-year-old man wanted for running a cattle scam in Freestone County surrendered himself to authorities.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-05-03 19:39:57 GMT
A local greenhouse built to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder held its grand opening Friday. The 1-year-old Horticulture Center was made possible by the Vets Helping Vets organizationMore >>
A local greenhouse built to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder held its grand opening Friday.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 3:30 PM EDT2013-05-03 19:30:49 GMT
Residents who live on or near the 600 to 1000 block of West Fairway will need to find an alternative route. The Woodway Public Safety Department announce Friday that the street will be closed for all thruMore >>
Residents who live on or near the 600 to 1000 block of West Fairway will need to find an alternative route.More >>
Texas Gov. Rick Perry says passing new gun control laws won't stop criminals and would only make law-abiding citizens easy targets by depriving them of weapons to defend themselves.More >>
Texas Gov. Rick Perry says passing new gun control laws won't stop criminals and would only make law-abiding citizens easy targets by depriving them of weapons to defend themselves.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-03 15:46:59 GMT
Two men are injured after an early morning accident near Belton. The incident happened around 8:30 a.m. when the driver of a black Dodge truck failed to stop at a stop sign on Wooded Acres. The truckMore >>
Two men are injured after an early morning accident near Belton.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-05-03 15:08:16 GMT
A 21-year-old Waco man accused of severely beating his ex-girlfriend has been arrested. Luis Enrique Chavez has been charged with aggravated assault family violence. Police were called to ProvidenceMore >>
A 21-year-old Waco man accused of severely beating his ex-girlfriend has been arrested.More >>
In a special hearing on Wednesday, a state agency testified before the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee, and said McLennan County does not have a Local Emergency Planning Committee(LEPC). Today,More >>
In a special hearing on Wednesday, a state agency testified before the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee, and said McLennan County does not have a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).More >>
Major League Baseball and the players association are donating a combined $100,000 to victims of the Texas fertilizer plant explosion that killed at least 14 people and injured about 200.More >>
Major League Baseball and the players association are donating a combined $100,000 to victims of the Texas fertilizer plant explosion that killed at least 14 people and injured about 200.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 12:04 AM EDT2013-05-03 04:04:18 GMT
The Texas Department of Transportation has turned to high-tech equipment to help protect workers and motorists along the I-35 expansion corridor. The End-of-Queue Warning System uses sensors to measureMore >>
TxDOT is utilizing a new, high-tech warning system to alert drivers they're approaching a traffic backup in nighttime construction areas on I-35 in Central Texas.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-05-03 02:29:50 GMT
A 33-year-old Harker Heights man is in Bell County Jail after he strangled a student at a Killeen ISD High School. Kenrick Gittens went to the school for a meeting with an administrator. When the meetingMore >>
A 33-year-old Harker Heights man is in Bell County Jail after he strangled a student at a Killeen ISD High School.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 9:10 PM EDT2013-05-03 01:10:46 GMT
The city of West is on its way to recovery. City officials are working tirelessly to help the town. Nearly everyday in the past week they've had a meeting at 8:30 in the morning. City council memberMore >>
City council member Brian Muska explains how the city is doing just over two weeks after the explosion.More >>
Waco police have arrested a man who attempted to flee from authorities with a small child. The incident happened early Wednesday evening at the intersection of Imperial Dr. and Loop 340. Police say anMore >>
Waco police have arrested a man who attempted to flee from authorities with a small child. The incident happened early Wednesday evening at the intersection of Imperial Dr. and Loop 340. Police say anMore >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:39 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:39:57 GMT
Friends and family remembered fallen firefighter Perry Calvin Thursday morning in Hillsboro. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. at the Central Baptist Church in the 1100 block of Old Bynum Rd. CalvinMore >>
Friends and family remembered fallen firefighter Perry Calvin Thursday morning in Hillsboro.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:20:15 GMT
Police continue to investigate a stolen trailer taken from a West volunteer after finding the suspect vehicle Thursday morning. Waco police say a man was volunteering his trailer at a non-profit near theMore >>
Police continue to investigate a stolen trailer taken from a West volunteer after finding the suspect vehicle Thursday morning.More >>
A juror says she hoped to send a message by supporting a $240 million verdict in favor of 32 mentally disabled men who were abused by a Texas company.More >>
A juror says she hoped to send a message by supporting a $240 million verdict in favor of 32 mentally disabled men who were abused by a Texas company.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:10 AM EDT2013-05-02 15:10:14 GMT
It's been 14 days since the West Fertilizer Plant Co. explosion. A state committee held a special meeting in Austin to hear from state agencies in the investigation. The state fire marshal's office hopesMore >>
The state fire marshal's office hopes to determine a cause of the fire at the West Fertilizer Company by May 10, and there are questions whether McLennan County has a mandated Local Emergency Planning Committee in place.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-02 15:00:33 GMT
Waco police are searching for a male suspect who robbed a local fast food restaurant late Wednesday night. The robbery occurred at about 9 p.m. at the Jack in the Box restaurant in the 700 block of S.More >>
Waco police are searching for a male suspect who robbed a local fast food restaurant late Wednesday night. More >>
A boil water order has been lifted for a Texas town recovering from a fertilizer plant explosion that killed 14 people and damaged dozens of buildings.More >>
A boil water order has been lifted for a Texas town recovering from a fertilizer plant explosion that killed 14 people and damaged dozens of buildings.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 8:52 AM EDT2013-05-02 12:52:13 GMT
The city of West will be holding a household hazardous waste clean up day this weekend. The clean up will be at 1329 N. Davis St. in the parking lot west of the nursing home on Saturday and Sunday fromMore >>
The city of West will be holding a household hazardous waste clean up day this weekend. The clean up will be at 1329 N. Davis St. in the parking lot west of the nursing home on Saturday and Sunday fromMore >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-02 03:55:09 GMT
Mart ISD school board members discuss investigation on testing irregularities under high school principal. Mart High School principal LouAnn Wolf is on paid administrative leave after findings of possibleMore >>
A Mart high school principal is on paid administrative leave after accusations of irregularities in state testing. More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-02 03:50:20 GMT
The city of West is having the Waco Foundation take care of its money donations. The city council voted and approved Wednesday morning to have the Waco Foundation be the designated recipient of allMore >>
The city of West has designated the Waco Foundation to take care of the Disaster Relief Efforts Fund.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-05-01 21:39:30 GMT
A Midway High School senior has won a national award for photography out of 2,500 entries. Nathan Jaquith won the Walsworth Yearbook Publishing Company Award for Feature Photography for his photographMore >>
A Midway High School senior has won a national award for photography out of 2,500 entries.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-05-01 21:26:22 GMT
Temple police caught a wanted fugitive Monday night after he failed to comply with registration requirements as a sex offender. Darryl Kato Morrison is required to register annually for the rest of hisMore >>
Temple police caught a wanted fugitive Monday night after he failed to comply with registration requirements as a sex offender.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-01 21:17:42 GMT
A former vice president of a Whitney bank was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for embezzling $6 million. Mary Helen "Murty" Lane pled guilty in federal court in early March. Lane is not onlyMore >>
A former vice president of a Whitney bank was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for embezzling $6 million.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-01 20:33:50 GMT
A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the robbery of two men in Copperas Cove on Monday. The victims told police they rode with the suspect to a location near the 600 block of Sunset LaneMore >>
A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the robbery of two men in Copperas Cove on Monday. More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-01 20:16:23 GMT
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that the emergency disaster declaration for Texas has now been expanded to individuals and households affected by the explosion. These individualsMore >>
FEMA announced that the emergency disaster declaration for Texas has now been expanded to individuals and households affected by the explosion.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-01 19:37:49 GMT
It only took a one day long trial and 40 minute jury deliberation to find 38-year-old Tita Easley guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and injury to a child. Jurors heard from several witnesses,More >>
A McLennan County jury sentenced 38-year-old Tita Easley to life in prison after she was found guilty Tuesday of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and injury to a child.More >>
A jury has started deliberating for a second day to determine whether a Texas company discriminated against dozens of mentally disabled workers in Iowa.More >>
A jury has started deliberating for a second day to determine whether a Texas company discriminated against dozens of mentally disabled workers in Iowa.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-01 18:54:22 GMT
A 34-year-old student has been arrested after police found a handgun in his backpack on the McLennan Community College campus. Michael Lynn Childs was taken to the McLennan County Jail on a charge of havingMore >>
A 34-year-old student has been arrested after police found a handgun in his backpack on the McLennan Community College campus.More >>
The deadly explosion at the West Fertilizer Co. plant is the focus of a special hearing at the Texas Legislature.More >>
State emergency officials say the West Fertilizer plant where an explosion killed 14 people this month was under no obligation to have an evacuation plan.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 8:47 AM EDT2013-05-01 12:47:24 GMT
Three people are hurt after a late night car pileup in Waco. Officers say the driver of a pick up truck ran a stop sign on 27th St. and Reuter. The truck then slammed into a car, and caused it to crashMore >>
Three people are hurt after a late night car pileup in Waco.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-01 03:48:57 GMT
They've been there since the night the West fertilizer plant exploded, and they continue to stay and help with recovery. The American Red Cross, along with the city, has developed long-term plans toMore >>
They've been there since the night the West fertilizer plant exploded, and they continue to stay and help with recovery. The American Red Cross, along with the city, has developed long-term plans toMore >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-05-01 01:08:26 GMT
The Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center is implementing a new program to help keep the mentally disabled out of McLennan County jail. The MHMR created a Forensic Assertive Community TreatmentMore >>
The Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center is implementing a new program to help keep the mentally disabled out of McLennan County jail.More >>
April 30, 2013 03:59 PM CDT2013-04-30 21:21:55 GMT
A Waco man has been arrested after he is accused of slashing another man with a box cutter in a late February incident. 21-year-old Juan Carlos Villa was booked into McLennan County Jail early TuesdayMore >>
A Waco man has been arrested after he is accused of slashing another man with a box cutter in a late February incident.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-04-30 21:13:35 GMT
The North Richland Hills Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for a missing 14-year-old girl. Police are looking for Ruby Paloma Contreras, who was last seen on April 24 at 3:50 p.m. in Haltom City,More >>
The North Richland Hills Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for a missing 14-year-old girl.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 3:42 PM EDT2013-04-30 19:42:16 GMT
The Waco Police Department says starting on Wednesday they plan to place a large banner and smaller signs around the Waco area to notify residents of their upcoming move. Waco police spokesman Sgt. PatrickMore >>
The Waco Police Department says starting on Wednesday they plan to place a large banner and smaller signs around the Waco area to notify residents of their upcoming move. More >>
April 30, 2013 09:57 AM CDT2013-04-30 19:17:22 GMT
The City of Robinson is helping West with recovery efforts any way they can. Robinson is accepting donations at City Hall, and is also lending the Public Works Department for smoke testing and other assistance.More >>
The city of Robinson is helping West with recovery efforts any way they can.More >>
Texas college students who are licensed to carry concealed handguns would be allowed to keep their guns locked in their cars in campus parking lots under a bill advancing in the Legislature.More >>
Texas college students who are licensed to carry concealed handguns would be allowed to keep their guns locked in their cars in campus parking lots under a bill advancing in the Legislature.More >>
April 30, 2013 09:05 AM CDT2013-04-30 18:10:53 GMT
Friends and family of 52-year-old Jimmy Matus gathered Tuesday morning to remember and honor the life of the fallen first responder. The funeral was held at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the AssumptionMore >>
Friends and family of 52-year-old Jimmy Matus gathered Tuesday morning to remember and honor the life of the fallen first responder.More >>
A former convict has been sentenced to life in prison for killing his girlfriend in a crime that Central Texas prosecutors say also included the rape of the woman's granddaughter.More >>
A former convict has been sentenced to life in prison for killing his girlfriend in a crime that Central Texas prosecutors say also included the rape of the woman's granddaughter.More >>
People near the site of a deadly fertilizer plant explosion in Central Texas have been advised that smoke could be generated as part of the investigation.More >>
People near the site of a deadly fertilizer plant explosion in Central Texas have been advised that smoke could be generated as part of the investigation.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 8:54 AM EDT2013-04-30 12:54:42 GMT
Temple broke ground on its new Salvation Army center on Monday. The McLane Center of Hope will assist those in need within the community. The new Salvation Army center was made possible thanks to theMore >>
Temple broke ground on its new Salvation Army center on Monday.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 8:42 AM EDT2013-04-30 12:42:11 GMT
Waco police are investigating an overnight shooting that left two men injured. Officers say they got a call about shots being fired near Eddy's Smoke Shop around 1:45 a.m. Monday morning. When policeMore >>
One man is dead and another man is injured after an early morning shooting.More >>
April 29, 2013 03:32 PM CDT2013-04-30 12:34:30 GMT
SpaceX will be conducting a test at the end of this week. The test will be either on Thursday or Friday, and it is expected to be louder than ever. Traditionally, the company tests their rockets as soonMore >>
SpaceX will be conducting a test at the end of this week.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-04-29 22:29:02 GMT
Close to 10 percent of the people in West are now jobless after the fertilizer plant explosion. About 30 regional employers came out for a job fair at Nors Sausage & Burger House, ready to hire and helpMore >>
Close to 10 percent of the people in West are now jobless after the fertilizer plant explosion. About 30 regional employers came out for a job fair at Nors Sausage & Burger House, ready to hire and help community members get back on their feet.More >>
April 29, 2013 03:30 PM CDT2013-04-29 21:06:12 GMT
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers arrested a man who attempted to take a trooper's weapon during a traffic stop. The incident happened at 10:23 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of Martin LutherMore >>
A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper arrested a man who attempted to take the trooper's weapon during a traffic stop.More >>
April 29, 2013 12:35 PM CDT2013-04-29 19:48:25 GMT
A woman has been arrested in Brazos County on robbery charges in connection with a March 7th incident in Waco. Waco police say that 22-year-old Carmen Brown met a Waco man at a nightclub and then tookMore >>
A woman has been arrested in Brazos County in connection with a March 7th robbery in Waco.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 3:28 PM EDT2013-04-29 19:28:37 GMT
Friends and family gathered Monday morning to celebrate the lives of Doug and Robert Snokhous. The Snokhous brothers were among the first responders killed in the blast. 50-year-old Doug Snokhous hadMore >>
Friends and family gathered Monday morning to celebrate the lives of Doug and Robert Snokhous.More >>
Texas voters have the chance to decide bond packages, choose mayors and elect other community leaders as part of municipal and county elections.More >>
Texas voters have the chance to decide bond packages, choose mayors and elect other community leaders as part of municipal and county elections.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-04-29 17:21:38 GMT
Police have arrested one suspect involved in a Friday night robbery, while the other suspect remains at large. The incident occurred at the intersection of 11th St. and Washington in Waco. Police sayMore >>
Police have arrested one suspect involved in a Friday night robbery, while the other suspect remains at large.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-04-29 17:13:45 GMT
A local man is accused of endangering a child during an argument with his girlfriend Friday night. The incident happened in a vehicle near the intersection of 23rd and Herring Ave at around 8:30 p.m. PoliceMore >>
A local man is accused of endangering a child during an argument with his girlfriend Friday night.More >>
Red Cross officials say nearly 300 families have visited a relief center since a deadly fertilizer plant explosion decimated a Central Texas town.More >>
Red Cross officials say nearly 300 families have visited a relief center since a deadly fertilizer plant explosion decimated a Central Texas town.More >>
April 28, 2013 10:50 PM CDT2013-04-29 12:27:39 GMT
The bodies of the fallen firefighters in west are still being honored as they are taken back from Waco to west. There are still multiple processions this week to bring the fallen back home. StartingMore >>
A firefighter asks for continuing show of support as the bodies are laid to rest in West. More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 8:26 AM EDT2013-04-29 12:26:05 GMT
A Killeen woman is recovering in a hospital after her car collided into a guardrail and overturned. The 53-year-old woman was going eastbound on Highway 190 just west of 195 at 6:30 p.m. Police say herMore >>
A Killeen woman is recovering in a hospital after her car collided into a guardrail and overturned.More >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-04-29 03:51:49 GMT
Less than two weeks after the deadly west blast the city is making plans to move forward. The city held a town hall meeting Sunday to explain what next in the recovery process. West Mayor Tommy MuskaMore >>
Less than two weeks after the deadly west blast the city is making plans to move forward. The city held a town hall meeting Sunday to explain what next in the recovery process.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-04-28 00:45:10 GMT
For the first time since the explosion West residents in zone three were allowed to see their homes. This is the first time this area has been opened to anyone to see what was left of their homes. ZoneMore >>
For the first time since the explosion West residents in zone three were allowed to see their homes. This is the first time this area has been opened to anyone to see what was left of their homes.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-04-27 14:47:11 GMT
A man who was burned and blinded in the West blast is the latest to file a multimillion dollar suit against the fertilizer plant. Thirty-three year-old, Joshua Zarecor endured disabling injuries. HeMore >>
A man who was burned and blinded in the West blast is the latest to file a multimillion dollar suit against the fertilizer plant.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-04-27 04:10:13 GMT
by Bruce Gietzen AUSTIN - Several Texas lawmakers are outraged and disappointed over a political cartoon in a California newspaper. The Sacrament Bee editorial cartoon shows Governor Rick Perry crowingMore >>
Texas lawmakers, including Gov. Rick Perry, are upset over a political cartoon in the Sacramento Bee that they say is mocking the West fertilizer explosion. More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 11:47 PM EDT2013-04-27 03:47:33 GMT
As hero firefighters are laid to rest, the mental health of families and residents affected by the explosion in West is becoming a priority. Dozens of local therapists and counselors are responding. EveryoneMore >>
As hero firefighters are laid to rest, the mental health of families and residents affected by the explosion in West is becoming a priority. Dozens of local therapists and counselors are responding. EveryoneMore >>
