Alicia Naspretto
KXXV News Channel 25
Waco, TX, United States
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'My heart broke into a million pieces': The stories behind the Texas abortion ban lawsuit
All of the women behind the lawsuit said they were all ready to be mothers and so excited when they found out they were pregnant. → Read More
Center for Reproductive Rights files lawsuit against Texas abortion laws
The group has filed a lawsuit against the state's restrictive abortion ban, saying it's denying pregnant women access to a potentially lifesaving procedure. → Read More
Coryell Museum still struggling to bounce back after COVID shutdown
The museum shut down for just four months back in 2020, but the effects of that is still being felt more than two years later. → Read More
Central Texas cities already preparing for 2024 solar eclipse tourism
Central Texas is in the direct line of sight to best watch the eclipse and these cities have been preparing for years. → Read More
Department of Agriculture seeking funds for rural mental health hotline
"All of our call staff have been educated about agriculture," Total Farmer Health Director Tara Haskins said. → Read More
Activists urge Texas lawmakers to use budget surplus for overdose prevention
Texas Harm Reduction Alliance hosted a rally at the State Capitol on Wednesday to urge lawmakers to spend the $33 billion budget surplus on stopping overdoses. → Read More
Remembering Waco's Black history, both past and present
From the once Waco-based HBCU Paul Quinn College to the Farmers Improvement Society, there are many inspiring stories that have come out of Waco. → Read More
'Happy to see it': Central Texas business owners share optimism for 2023 economy
Economists are feeling optimistic and say while it might be slow-moving, they're predicting a decent economic year in 2023. → Read More
'It's the greatest thing I've ever done': Abuse survivor serves as inspiration for trafficked men
Bob's House of Hope offers a safe space for male human trafficking survivors to live and recover safely. → Read More
The Next Generation: How professors prepare future journalists for an ever-changing career
There have been a lot of changes to the journalism industry over the years, both in how stories are told and how they are filmed. So how do schools prepare future journalists? → Read More
Mental health resources for veterans to become more accessible
The Department of Veteran Affairs is hoping to make resources more available for people struggling with their mental health. → Read More
'Jesus Said Love' spreading awareness this Human Trafficking Prevention month
According to information by the Human Trafficking Hotline, Texas has the ninth highest rate of trafficking in the country. → Read More
Farmers continue to raise concerns over incoming solar panels in Hill County
As the conversation around additional solar panels coming to Hill County continues, farmers are sharing their concerns. → Read More
Despite strong opposition, Bynum ISD votes in favor of tax abatement for solar plant project
The vote was on a tax abatement for the OCI Group, which would save them roughly $4.5 million over ten years on the $225 million project. → Read More
Local charities look forward to holiday generosity after slow year for donations
Donations to organizations like Mission Waco and Shepherd's Heart keep dollars local and allows neighbors to help each other through tough times. → Read More
Reports of anxiety spike during holiday season
According to a report by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, there is a spike in feelings of anxiety and depression around the holidays. → Read More
Friends for Life hosts 25th annual Thanksgiving food handout
It was the 25th year for the event and they were able to serve more than 400 people in and around Waco. → Read More
Waco woman visits Washington DC to advocate for immigration reform
Freeman joined thirty fellow Texans to talk with staffers for senators Cruz and Cornyn to urge them to consider a bipartisan approach to protecting dreamers. → Read More
Man's search for missing father continues after 15 years
Gary was in contact with his father in Kuwait up until 2011. Then out of nowhere, he said Jaime just disappeared. → Read More
Artist uses paintings to teach public about fellow Vietnam Veterans
Mendez is using his talent to teach the public about Mexican-American Veterans who stood up against adversity to fight for our country. → Read More