KCEN-TV (Temple, TX)

KCEN-HD is the NBC affiliate that serves the communities of Temple, Waco, Killeen, and Bryan-College Station (DMA 89). We deliver top-notch programming to around 890,000 residents across 330,000 households in Central Texas. Since it first went on air in 1953, KCEN-HD has been under the ownership of the Frank Mayborn interests until it was acquired by the London Broadcasting Company in May 2009. In the early 1950s, while many stations were launching with limited power in large metropolitan areas, KCEN-HD chose to operate in smaller cities and rural regions. It boasts the highest tower in this part of the Southwest, with its studio and an 830-foot tower located in Eddy, Texas. Originally licensed to Temple, KCEN-HD was recognized as a Central Texas station, and the FCC later allowed it to identify as Temple-Waco. Its signal reaches approximately 32 counties, operating at a maximum power of 100 kwh on Channel 6 VHF. The tower stands 833 feet above ground, with a height of 1553 feet above the average terrain where the tower is situated at an elevation of 720 feet.

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Nicole Grams one step closer to trial in Marlin animal shelter case

1 day ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

MARLIN, Texas — More than a year after a viral video exposed neglectful conditions at Marlin's animal shelter, only one person remains facing charges in the case-- the city's former animal control officer, Nicole Grams, who had her first status update hearing earlier this month.
City of Waco cleaning up overflow after heavy rainfall floods sewers

4 days ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

WACO, Texas — Early morning storms brought several inches of rainfall to Waco this week, overwhelming the city's sewer system and causing significant overflow. 110,600 gallons in total, across 15 locations. "Any time that we have an overflow that exceeds 100,000 gallons, that's when we have to report it to the public," Jessica Emmett Sellers, Public Works Outreach Coordinator for the City of Waco.
Elm Mott residents face devastating floods following storms

5 days ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — Multiple homes in an Elm Mott neighborhood were severely damaged last night after intense storms brought flooding. Some of the homes have seen flooding several times before. "It came about 9:30 and it just came like a tsunami," Elm Mott resident Cortney Graves said. "It came right through the garage and just flooded the whole house." Graves, whose home has now flooded four times in the last year, expressed his frustration with the recurring disaster.
Local officials remain confident amidst FEMA phase out

6 days ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas — President Trump has announced plans to phase out the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following this year's hurricane season. Local emergency management officials in Central Texas express confidence in their ability to adapt to the changing federal disaster response landscape. The Trump administration's proposal represents a significant shift moving from disaster response and recovery, moving away from federal coordination toward a state-led model.
Waxahachie: Train derails downtown, closing several roads, officials say

1 week ago | kcentv.com | Rachel Behrndt

WAXAHACHIE, Texas — A train derailed in downtown Waxahachie Tuesday, closing several roads, officials said. The train derailed overnight, affecting an area of downtown Waxahachie spanning from Peters to Gibson streets, the city said in a Facebook post. Union Pacific is working to clear the train, city officials said. Police, Fire-Rescue and other city crews are on scene to secure the surronding area, the post states.
Hundreds attend June 10 anti-ICE protest in Downtown Waco

1 week ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

WACO, Texas — Hundreds gathered in Downtown Waco on June 10 for an anti-ICE protest. The Party for Socialism and Liberation planned the demonstration as an act of solidarity with the L.A. community.
New restaurant opening in Waco at former Twin Peaks location | kcentv.com

1 week ago | kcentv.com

Tia Juanitas offers a mix of Mexican, Cajun and seafood.
Copperas Cove man wins Outstanding Citizen of the Year for community service

1 week ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

COPPERAS COVE, Texas — A Copperas Cove resident has been honored with a prestigious community service award-- Outstanding Citizen of the Year. Clarence Enochs was awarded by the Texas District of the National Exchange Club, chosen from chapters across Texas and Louisiana. "It's a lot of people and it's a lot of territory," said Texas District President Brian Hawkins. "We go by the nominations and he was the top nomination that we got. Clarence has been involved in this community for decades.
Texas mother seeks answers in Norfolk amid sailor's mysterious absence

1 week ago | kcentv.com | Eugene Daniel

NORFOLK, Va. — The mother of a missing Norfolk sailor is desperate for answers in her daughter's disappearance. Angelina Resendiz, 21, was last seen on May 29 at her barracks in Miller Hall at Naval Station Norfolk. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service and Virginia State Police issued a Critically Missing Adult Alert on June 3. Her mother, Esmeralda Castle, is calling for more transparency from investigators.
Volunteers help reopen Chalk Ridge Falls Park in Belton after storm damage

1 week ago | kcentv.com | Sydni Walker

BELTON, Texas — Memorial Day storms left Chalk Ridge Falls Park in Belton badly damaged, but a dedicated group of local volunteers is stepping up to tackle the massive cleanup effort and get the popular park back open to the public. The park was hit hard by severe thunderstorms, leaving fallen trees and scattered debris along the park's popular hiking trails.