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Couple revisits Fort Graham Baptist Church, wedding photos in hand after fire

Nearly 39 years after saying “I do,” Tina and Kevin Laster return to what’s left of Fort Graham Baptist Church—sharing photos and hope for rebuilding.
Tina and Kevin Laster's Wedding at Fort Graham Baptist Church

National

President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on...
Trump says US forces will ‘finish the job’ soon in first prime-time speech since starting Iran war

Local

Fort Graham Baptist Church torn down after ATV fire spreads
‘The Cross still stands’: Whitney community vows to celebrate Easter after fire destroys Fort Graham Baptist Church

Crime

Kenneth Galvez, 46, is on trial in Waco’s 474th State District Court on a continuous sexual...
Central Texas man accused of sexually abusing relative tells jury he will always love her despite false allegations
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Central Texans watch Artemis launch from Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center

Central Texans tune in for historical Artemis launch

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Madison Herber
While we weren’t able to see the launch from Texas, except through a computer screen. The milestone is still significant for the state and Central Texans tuned in for the historical moment.

Local

Waco Housing Authority redevelops Estrella Maxey Apartments into Melody Grove

Waco Housing Authority redevelops Estella Maxey Apartments into Melody Grove

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Nate Smith
Phase one of three-part project nears completion with upgraded, accessible housing for residents

National

Four astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, humanity’s first lunar...

Artemis II astronauts bound for moon after rocketing away on NASA’s first lunar voyage in decades

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer
NASA has filled its moon rocket gas tank for humanity's first lunar trip in more than half a century.

Local

Emancipet vet clinic opens bigger Killeen facility to cut pet care costs

Nonprofit vet clinic opens bigger Killeen facility to cut pet care costs

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Adam Schindler
Emancipet has provided lower-cost veterinary services for more than a decade and now the organization recently moved to a larger facility in Killeen to meet growing demand.

Crime

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McLennan County grand jury indicts two in alleged Ponzi scheme involving KS Cartel, LLC

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
A grand jury in McLennan County indicted Christian Kranenberg and Sebastian Silea on charges of misapplication of fiduciary property and money laundering.

Local

Wind Turbine at Prairie Hill Farm

Prairie Hill wind farm replacement project continues near Mart

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:24 PM CDT
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By Nate Smith
The work includes a process called “felling,” where crews bring down multiple turbines a day using brief explosions. After that, each turbine is taken apart and shipped off for recycling.
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Two missing teens found dead on side of road by sanitation workers, authorities say

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McLennan County Sheriff's Office Helicopter Easter egg drop delights students at two Waco ISD...

Helicopter Easter egg drop showers Waco ISD students with 8,000 eggs

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Bradley Vaughn
Students at two Waco ISD elementary schools got an early start on the holiday weekend Tuesday as a McLennan County Sheriff’s Office helicopter dropped an estimated 8,000 plastic Easter eggs onto school fields for a campus-wide hunt.

Local

UMHB hosted 87th annual Easter Pagean

UMHB hosted 87th annual Easter Pageant with three free performances April 1

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Bradley Vaughn
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor hosted its 87th annual Easter Pageant on Wednesday, April 1, with three free performances that drew thousands to campus. The pageant chronicled moments from the Gospel story, including Christ’s triumphal entrance into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, and Christ’s trial by Pontius Pilate, crucifixion, death and resurrection.

National

Laura Ann Aime and Ted Bundy

New DNA testing links unsolved death of Utah teen in 1974 to serial killer Ted Bundy

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By HANNAH SCHOENBAUM and REBECCA BOONE
New DNA testing has definitively linked the unsolved death of a Utah teenager in 1974 to the infamous serial killer Ted Bundy, the local sheriff’s office said Wednesday.

State

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Suspects 1, 2 and 3

Austin police detectives searching for three suspects in aggravated assault at Lowdown Lounge

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
The Austin Police (APD) Aggravated Assault Unit is requesting the public’s help in identifying three suspects connected to an aggravated assault.

Entertainment

Kids hunt for Easter eggs at annual Bridge Church Easter celebration

10 Things To Do: Easter Weekend

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By Lauren Westbrook
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State

Texas megachurch founder Robert Morris is escorted out of the building after pleading guilty...

Texas megachurch pastor Robert Morris is free after 6 months in an Oklahoma jail for child sex abuse

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By SEAN MURPHY
The founder of a Texas megachurch who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a child in the 1980s was released Tuesday after serving six months in an Oklahoma jail.

National

President Donald Trump answers questions from reporters after signing an executive order in...

Trump says he’s strongly considering pulling the United States out of NATO

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s strongly considering pulling the United States out of NATO.

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Toddler suffers serious injuries after dog attack in Meridian, Texas

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
Meridian police are investigating a dog attack that left a 2-year-old child seriously injured Tuesday evening.

Local

City of Killeen implements Stage 1 water conservation plan

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By KWTX Staff
Stage 1, defined as “mild water shortage conditions,” includes voluntary measures for water customers.

State

Search efforts continued over the weekend with Texas EquuSearch helping scour the rural area...

Search for missing Brazos County woman continues as case enters fifth week

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:33 PM CDT
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By Dylan Chryst Watkiss
Search efforts continued over the weekend with Texas EquuSearch helping scour the rural area around the area where Winder was last seen.

State

Smith County woman gets 10 months after newborn found dead in bathtub

Smith County woman gets 10 months after newborn found dead in bathtub

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:15 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff and April Pierdant
Esmerelda Duran Rodriguez, 28, received 10 months in jail after pleading guilty to charges related to her newborn's body found in Smith County, Texas.

National

A South Ga. WWII soldier has been accounted for 80 years after his ship sank in the Pacific.

WWII Army Private accounted for 80 years after ship sank in the Pacific

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:01 PM CDT
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By Sydney Rainwater and Gray News staff
After being labeled “unidentifiable” for decades, the remains of a U.S. Army Air Forces Private who fought in World War II were accounted for.

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City of Temple hosts community meet and greet with final 4 police chief candidates

City of Temple hosts community meet and greet with police chief finalists

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:05 PM CDT
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By Isabella Quintanilla
The city of Temple hosted a meet and greet with the final four police chief candidates, giving the community a chance to meet them and ask questions.

Crime

Kenneth Galvez, 46, is on trial in Waco’s 474th State District Court on a continuous sexual...

Woman testifies Central Texas man sexually abused her for years beginning when she was 7 years old

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
Kenneth Galvez, 46, is on trial in Waco’s 474th State District Court on a continuous sexual assault of a young child charge and four counts of indecency with a child by contact.

Local

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Widow of fallen Texas DPS trooper asks for help with sponsors ahead of April 25 fishing tournament

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:12 PM CDT
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By Julie Hays
The fourth annual Trooper Chad Walker Memorial Fishing Tournament is set for April 25 at Lake Limestone, and organizers are seeking sponsors to help expand scholarships to more students.

Local

Temple ISD to add STEM+M program

Temple ISD to add STEM+M program, connecting students with local healthcare careers

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:41 AM CDT
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By Olivea Herzberg
The program launches in 2026–27 for freshmen and sophomores, then expands to juniors and seniors in 2027–28.

Special Reports

The Waco Wetlands rebuild

Special Report: Waco wetlands rebuild aims to protect clean drinking water

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:00 PM CDT
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By Alyssa Riggs
The Waco Wetlands, part wildlife habitat, part water-cleaning system, is being rebuilt after the 2024 flood damaged critical infrastructure. Here’s how it helps safeguard Lake Waco’s drinking water supply for future generations.

Local

Moffat VFD gets new fire engine with help from state grant program

Moffat VFD adds new fire engine with help from state grant

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:48 PM CDT
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By Madison Herber
A new fire engine is rolling into service at the Moffat Volunteer Fire Department which was made possible by a critical grant supporting rural fire crews across the state.

Local

Central Texas under Stage 1 drought status as reservoir levels drop slightly

Central Texas under Stage 1 drought status as reservoir levels drop slightly

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:28 PM CDT
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By Adam Schindler
The Brazos River Authority has implemented a Stage 1 drought status, meaning residents need to start conserving water.

Local

A Texas man is back home after fleeing Lebanon during intensified strikes near Beirut, saying...

Texas man recounts escape from Lebanon as strikes intensified in the Middle East

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:06 AM CDT
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By Nicole Marino
A Texas man is back home after fleeing Lebanon during intensified strikes near Beirut, saying bombs fell as his plane took off on one of the few remaining flights. Texas A&M says it has halted operations at its branch campus in Qatar amid the conflict.

Local

Lorena ISD parents push for thorough vetting in superintendent search

Lorena ISD parents push for thorough vetting in superintendent search

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:48 PM CDT
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By Jasmine Lotts
Lorena ISD parents attended a Board of Trustees special meeting to voice concerns about the search for the district’s next superintendent.

Crime

Judy Elaine Sanders, 56, of Alamo, a small town in the Rio Grande Valley, pleaded guilty to...

South Texas woman sentenced to prison in traffic death of Belton woman

Updated: Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:52 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
A Hidalgo County woman was sentenced to seven years in prison in the 2021 traffic death of a Belton woman near Temple.
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