Chantale Belefanti

Wichita Falls

Reporter at KXXV-TV (Waco, TX)

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Marlin residents spend another day without water

1 week ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

MARLIN, Texas (KXXV) — Marlin residents go another day without water. Residents in Marlin are in their fourth day without water. The City of Marlin says power disruptions during this week's storms damaged the local water plant's computer and electrical systemSchools in Marlin closed due to the city not having water BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:“I can say this is the worst experience of my life," said Marlin resident Diamond Robinson. Robinson is going on day four with no water.
Whitney couple advocate for House Bill 2621 during Texas Legislative Session

2 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

HILL COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — If passed, House Bill 2621 would allow existing TXDOT traffic cameras to record and collect data for a period of 30 days. A couple is advocating for the bill after the death of their daughter. HB2621 has passed the committee. State Rep. Pat Curry supports HB 2621. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:“If this would’ve been recorded maybe they would’ve been caught previously," Daniel Wilson said.
Bosque County tax assessor arrested by Texas Rangers

2 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

BOSQUE COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — Arlene Swiney was arrested by the Texas Rangers earlier this month. Swiney is charged with having prohibited communication with the appraisal district to influence a property appraisal. According to the affidavit, Swiney was arrested Tuesday on misdemeanor charges for prohibited communications with the Bosque County Appraisal District. This is a Class A Misdemeanor. Swiney has since bonded out of jail.
House Bill 2683 could simplify permits for food truck owners

2 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

HILLSBORO, Texas (KXXV) — During the 89th Legislative Session, lawmakers will discuss House Bill 2683. The bill would allow food truck owners in Texas to operate with fewer permits throughout the state. The regular legislative session will end on June 2nd. HB 2683 could allow food truck owners to have only one permit. The bill would allow food truck owners in Texas to operate with fewer permits throughout the state.
China Spring to see more growth with new coffee shop opening soon

2 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

CHINA SPRING, Texas (KXXV) — Residents in China Spring are talking about growth, and they're hoping that a new coffee shop it put their city on the map for other brands New coffee shop opening in China Spring Belinda McBeth, a resident, also hopes to get a grocery store BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:“As they’re going through, they have now put up this outer shell," said China Spring resident Belinda McBeth. This is more than just a new coffee shop about to open.
The expense of Easter shopping is up this year

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Easter is costly this year. A few of our local neighbors said they're feeling the spike in prices. The National Retail Federation reports that it costs more this year than last year Neighbors tell 25 News the cost of everything is up this year BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:"I definitely think it is a lot more expensive this year," said local shopper Abby Wheeler. Easter 2025 is costing families like Wheeler a lot more to enjoy the Easter Bunny and all that is involved in the holiday.
Community bids farewell to the Hillsboro Outlet Mall ahead of demolition

3 weeks ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

HILLSBORO, Texas (KXXV) — The three-day weekend for the 'Mallmageddon' at the Hillsboro Outlet Mall will be filled with activities. Residents came together for the first night of farewell festivities to enjoy the mall space before demolition. The outlet mall has tons of memories and good times for our local neighbors. The three-day event will feature a carnival, rage room, and a retro video game trailer.
Valley Mills leaders discuss police department in surfaced video

1 month ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

VALLEY MILLS, Texas (KXXV) — Our crew received a video clip of two city council members discussing the Valley Mills police department 25News reached out to the city for comment, but we have not heard back as of Monday afternoonValley Mills city leaders recently hired a new police chief BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:"They told me, 'why don’t y'all pull a Marlin?'" said Arley Harris, council member of Valley Mills. “A what?" said council member Luke Paulson. “A Marlin," said Harris.
Waco business applauds tariff exemptions on smartphones and electronics

1 month ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

WACO, Texas (KXXV) — The Trump Administration says smartphones and other electronic parts will be exempt from tariffs. Local business owner is happy about the tariff exemptionTariff amounts and guidelines continue to changeBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:On April 2nd, President Trump announced a spike in tariffs on China with a steep 125%. A few days ago, our 25 News reporter talked to the owner of the Phone MD, Andrew Lynn, about how this could impact his business.
Valley Mills family stopped at gunpoint by Waco Police

1 month ago | kxxv.com | Chantale Belefanti

MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — A trip to a local fast food place soon became the worst night for Charlene Barnes and her three young children. The Barnes Family was held at gunpoint Barnes said she never received an explanation until she called Waco PDBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:“I’ve never about telling a 4th grader and 6th grader how to be held at gunpoint by the cops," said Charlene Barnes, a Valley Mills resident.