Bobby Poitevint

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Senior Reporter at KXXV-TV (Waco, TX)

Journalist at ABC 33/40 You can find me on the news, eBay, watching Netflix or possibly on a mountain.

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Central Texas school districts weigh in on latest STAAR results

1 week ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint |Epiphany La'Sha |Taylor Helmes

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Central Texas school districts are weighing in on their STAAR test results released Tuesday, and there are mixed reviews. Temple ISD Superintendent Dr. Bobby Ott said they are excited about seeing growth in eight places like U.S. history and 5th grade science but said they dropped in five areas like biology.
Something other than cell phones is distracting teen drivers

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Right now is known as the deadliest time of the year for teen drivers as school is out and Summer break is in full swing, according to AAA Texas. According to their data, almost 1,463 people died in teen crashes in Texas from 2019-2023, with 30% of those deaths taking place during the "100 Deadliest Days," which takes place from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Extras needed for new movie involving Baylor students filming in Downtown Waco

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Film crews can be spotted in parts of downtown Waco, and you can be part of all the action as filming for the movie ‘I always hated my brother’ started this week. Film actors such as Brian Letscher, who has been in previous productions such as the TV series Scandal, are expected to be featured in this film.
Marlin ISD approves voluntary resignation, separation agreement with Superintendent

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Madison Myers |Bobby Poitevint

The Marlin ISD school board voted 6-1 to approve the voluntary resignation and separation agreement with Superintendent Dr. Darryl Henson. The board also approved engaging O'Hanlon, Demerath, & Castillo, a law firm specializing in school district matters, to assist with the superintendent search process. This decision was made during a special board meeting Tuesday night. Follow Bobby on social media! More stories from Bobby Poitevint
3 gang members in Hamilton County jail, others arrested and detained

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

Authorities arrested three confirmed gang members in Hamilton County after a multiple-agency response Monday. A total of five people were arrested, with seven adults detained. On Tuesday, The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook and said investigators received a tip about someone with outstanding felony warrants on Sunday. During the investigation, they learned the person might also have narcotics and firearms.
Dozens attend vigil for dead cats found 'hung' near Baylor University

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint |JT Roome

Dozens of neighbors attended a vigil Monday night to honor the cats "found hung" in Waco almost two weeks after they were originally discovered near Baylor University campus.
'Questionable death' investigation underway after body found in Lake Mexia

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint |Taylor Helmes

LIMESTONE COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — Limestone County Sheriff Murray Agnew tells 25 News' Bobby Poitevint they are investigating a "questionable death" after a woman's body was found in Lake Mexia. Sheriff Agnew said dispatch received the call after the body was spotted around 4 p.m. on Monday, near FM 3437. The sheriff said the woman's body has been sent for an autopsy and authorities are still working to notify the family and next of kin.
Three people injured after gunfire incident, TPD says

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

TEMPLE, TX — The Temple Police Department are investigating an early morning aggravated assault that left three people injured following an incident involving gunfire. According to a press release, around 3:47 a.m. on Saturday, officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 800 block of E. French Street. Upon arrival, officers saw multiple people leaving the scene both on foot and in vehicles. Witnesses reported that a physical altercation occurred and when one individual discharged a firearm.
'I was terrified': Mexia teen shot at graduation party shares his story exclusively with 25 News

4 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

MEXIA, Texas (KXXV) — The teen shot at a Mexia graduation party shares his story for the first time with 25 News' Bobby Poitevint. Police said Friday that two suspects have self-surrendered. Click here to read more. 'I was terrified': Mexia teen shot at graduation party shares his story exclusively with 25 News HIGHLIGHTS:Jametric Adams, a teen injured by gunfire, claims he doesn't personally know the suspects in question.
Search narrows for suspects in Mexia graduation party shooting

1 month ago | kxxv.com | Bobby Poitevint

MEXIA, Texas (KXXV) — The investigation into a graduation celebration gone wrong over the weekend, sending an 18-year-old to the hospital following a shooting, narrows as Mexia Police say they are getting closer to locating those they believe to be responsible. Search narrows for suspects in Mexia graduation party shooting "Absolutely, I can't give you a timeframe. I think that would be irresponsible," said Mexia Police Chief Heath Crossland on Tuesday.