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Alan De La Rosa Valtierra was arrested and transported to the McLennan County Jail following an...", "content": "Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Waco ISD police say there was no direct danger to a campus during a threat situation that led to te arrest of a 17-year-old not far from Waco High School. 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We at FOX 44 would like to say congratulations to the 30 scholar athletes nominated over...", "content": "McGREGOR, Texas (FOX 44) - There was a cause for celebration at The Exchange Events Center in McGregor as some of the best student-athletes in our area gathered for a night of festivities! 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The Waco Police Department is accepting applications for their Junior Police Academy! For more information about this program, you can watch our interview above.", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - If you have a child that dresses up as a cop for Halloween or Career Day, this is for you! The Waco Police Department is accepting applications for their Junior Police Academy! For more information about this program, you can watch our interview above.", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/apply-now-to-join-waco-pds-junior-police-academy/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/JPA-2026.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-13T23:45:41.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Jay Lathon", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 7, "archiveId": "a3g91k", "slug": "waco-bbq-pit-master-launches-mission-to-feed-people-experiencing-homelessness", "title": "Waco BBQ pit master launches mission to feed people experiencing homelessness", "excerpt": "Kaleb Blain, founder of the \"86 Hunger Waco\" project, brings BBQ and resources to Waco's unhoused, closing critical midday gaps in shelter services.", "content": "Kaleb Blain, founder of the \"86 Hunger Waco\" project, brings BBQ and resources to Waco's unhoused, closing critical midday gaps in shelter services.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/waco-pitmaster-serves-free-barbecue-homeless-community-every-week-hes-looking-backup/500-ddb63317-374a-44fa-a5e2-e9d13eb7602e", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/5d613f74-999d-42bd-983d-c40d049f00c7/20260514T133244/5d613f74-999d-42bd-983d-c40d049f00c7_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-14T13:34:50.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "closing", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 8, "archiveId": "z8bf1q", "slug": "bears-are-forcing-trail-closures-at-americas-most-visited-national-park", "title": "Bears are forcing trail closures at America’s most-visited national park", "excerpt": "Several trails at Great Smoky Mountains National Park are temporarily closed due to “aggressive bear activity” as officials warn that encounters are increasing.", "content": "Several trails at Great Smoky Mountains National Park are temporarily closed due to “aggressive bear activity” as officials warn that encounters are increasing.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/nation-world/bears-are-forcing-trail-closures-at-americas-most-visited-national-park/507-ad994a85-c6d6-4044-b364-3f1dba3ebe8a", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/CCT/images/dc0caaba-14d2-46ce-8313-03b95c0e8242/20260514T114921/dc0caaba-14d2-46ce-8313-03b95c0e8242_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-14T12:24:08.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "bears", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 12, "archiveId": "t5iqiz", "slug": "central-texas-food-bank-announces-merger-with-shepherds-heart", "title": "Central Texas Food Bank announces merger with Shepherd's Heart", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) has announced it will be merging with Waco non-profit organization Shepherd's Heart on June 1. 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Here's what to know about parking, entrances, and more before you go.", "content": "Baylor's ballpark hosts its first-ever concert Thursday night. 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District leaders told 25News the losses are due to two reasons, the consolidation of campuses and the Texas Education Agency’s takeover.", "content": "Right now, 96 Connally ISD employees are out. District leaders told 25News the losses are due to two reasons, the consolidation of campuses and the Texas Education Agency’s takeover.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/my-work-is-cut-out-for-me-25news-getting-answers-on-connally-isd-resignations", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d16d806/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1330x698+0+18/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fc3%2Fce%2Fbd6f75c643a7a9d8dec081981bd2%2Fscreenshot-2026-05-13-at-9-53-30-am.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-13T23:39:28.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bobby Poitevint", "localScore": 80, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 120, "type": "news" }, { "id": 8, "archiveId": "fu0s8h", "slug": "bryan-residents-forced-out-of-canyon-village-apartments-amid-city-condemnation-order", "title": "Bryan residents forced out of Canyon Village Apartments amid city condemnation order", "excerpt": "The city of Bryan ordered all residents of Canyon Village Apartments to vacate by June 8 after years of unresolved health and safety violations.", "content": "The city of Bryan ordered all residents of Canyon Village Apartments to vacate by June 8 after years of unresolved health and safety violations.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/bryan-residents-forced-out-of-canyon-village-apartments-amid-city-condemnation-order", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/9f/28/4b0c42e64da2bea1f1cd7e588454/screenshot-2026-05-13-at-5-28-17-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-13T23:38:43.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ezekiel Ramirez", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "mhjpev", "slug": "willie-nelson-to-perform-at-magnolia-field-at-baylor-ballpark", "title": "Willie Nelson to perform at Magnolia Field at Baylor Ballpark", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – For the first time since he attended Baylor University in 1954, legendary Texas country music singer-songwriter Willie Nelson is coming home to his alma mater! 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Miami put him on the reserve/retired list days later.", "content": "Moss signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted college free agent earlier this month. Miami put him on the reserve/retired list days later.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/sports/texas-aggies/former-texas-a-m-running-back-leveon-moss-retires-from-nfl", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1227ce6/2147483647/strip/true/crop/533x280+0+10/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fa5%2F60%2F671590f44298b1d2e95fa0e6bf9f%2Fresize-4.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-13T18:47:32.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Laura Hartog", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "7a9cnw", "slug": "lacy-lakeview-moves-forward-with-data-center-plans-files-petition-to-remove-land-from-wacos-etj", "title": "Lacy Lakeview moves forward with data center plans, files petition to remove land from Waco's ETJ", "excerpt": "Lacy Lakeview is pushing forward on a data center project, with the company InfraKey filing a petition to remove 521 acres in Ross, Texas from Waco's ETJ.", "content": "Lacy Lakeview is pushing forward on a data center project, with the company InfraKey filing a petition to remove 521 acres in Ross, Texas from Waco's ETJ.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/mclennan-county/lacy-lakeview-moves-forward-with-data-center-plans-files-petition-to-remove-land-from-wacos-etj", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/2913f4a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1278x671+0+22/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F1c%2F12%2Fd2fc4ab84d7099a822a8bf11eec2%2Fproject-image3.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-13T16:22:42.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bella Popadiuk", "localScore": 130, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 170, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "3ynvw6", "slug": "heart-o-texas-fair-rodeo-awards-251k-in-scholarships-to-local-students", "title": "Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo Awards $251K in Scholarships to Local Students", "excerpt": "Waco, TX (FOX 44) -- The Extraco Events Center is continuing its tradition of supporting local students through the annual Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo scholarship program. 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Low rain chance returns this weekend as a dryline develops across West Texas.", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/weather/latest-weather-headlines/latest-forecast-with-chief-meteorologist-mike-lapoint-973/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/wx_04a895.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T22:54:02.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Mike LaPoint", "localScore": 40, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 80, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "sk48wv", "slug": "fentanyl-death-of-army-spouse-brings-federal-sentence", "title": "Fentanyl death of Army spouse brings federal sentence", "excerpt": "Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A man has been sentenced in Waco federal court to 188 months in prison in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy that brought death to a U.S. Army spouse. A Copperas Cove man had earlier been sentenced in the same case. 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The post What to Do in Waco: May 8-14 first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/05/what-to-do-in-waco-may-8-14/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/e56b7c70-1389-11f1-ab5b-7d274d8aaf5d-1.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T03:40:37.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Kalena Reynolds", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 20, "editorialTier": "lifestyle", "editorialReason": "event", "briefingScore": 125, "type": "news" }, { "id": 22, "archiveId": "7vh93t", "slug": "what-happened-to-flirting", "title": "What happened to flirting?", "excerpt": "Flirting involves overthinking a like on an Instagram story. It's noticing who views your story first and what that might mean. It's going through someone's TikTok reposts, trying to understand how they think, or if there's something they're trying to say about you without...", "content": "Flirting involves overthinking a like on an Instagram story. It's noticing who views your story first and what that might mean. It's going through someone's TikTok reposts, trying to understand how they think, or if there's something they're trying to say about you without actually saying it. The post What happened to flirting? first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/05/what-happened-to-flirting/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Savannah-Ford.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T03:35:29.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Savannah Ford", "localScore": 90, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 105, "type": "news" }, { "id": 24, "archiveId": "5p9c8s", "slug": "haven-animal-rescue-to-build-first-permanent-campus-in-caldwell", "title": "Haven Animal Rescue to build first permanent campus in Caldwell", "excerpt": "Haven Animal Rescue of Texas is preparing to build a permanent campus in Caldwell after five years of operating without a dedicated home.", "content": "Haven Animal Rescue of Texas is preparing to build a permanent campus in Caldwell after five years of operating without a dedicated home.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/haven-animal-rescue-to-build-first-permanent-campus-in-caldwell", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/0f/bc/2516488a4061bfdfd432a264de66/screenshot-2026-05-12-at-6-16-50-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T23:47:41.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ezekiel Ramirez", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "nubod", "slug": "waco-high-senior-accepted-to-3-ivy-league-schools-will-attend-harvard-in-the-fall", "title": "Waco High senior accepted to 3 Ivy League schools, will attend Harvard in the fall", "excerpt": "Waco High senior Daniela Mercado got into 3 Ivy League schools and will attend Harvard on a Bill Gates Scholarship.", "content": "Waco High senior Daniela Mercado got into 3 Ivy League schools and will attend Harvard on a Bill Gates Scholarship.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/waco-high-senior-accepted-to-3-ivy-league-schools-will-attend-harvard-in-the-fall", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/f5d1427/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1055x554+0+11/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F06%2F67%2F98d52d77401387201f3f805b8e24%2Fscreenshot-2026-05-12-171902.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T22:12:10.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Dominique Leh", "localScore": 130, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "scholarship", "briefingScore": 200, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "swphoa", "slug": "charges-issued-in-connally-isd-educator-improper-relations-case", "title": "Charges issued in Connally ISD educator \"improper relations\" case", "excerpt": "The defendant’s legal counsel was notified of wanted status on May 7th according to police and the defendant turned himself in to authorities on May 11th.", "content": "The defendant’s legal counsel was notified of wanted status on May 7th according to police and the defendant turned himself in to authorities on May 11th.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/charges-issued-in-connally-isd-educator-improper-relations-case", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/ea4ea7a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F9c%2F38%2Fadd66d3c4c5193559bba85d27e66%2Funtitled-design-6.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T00:02:02.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bobby Poitevint", "localScore": 80, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 210, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "lytcx", "slug": "former-connally-isd-assistant-band-director-arrested", "title": "Former Connally ISD assistant band director arrested", "excerpt": "Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - An investigation triggered by a tip has led to charges of improper relationship with a student against former Connally ISD assistant band director David Martinez. Lacy Lakeview Police Department spokesman Tyler Ziegler said Connally ISD was notified...", "content": "Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - An investigation triggered by a tip has led to charges of improper relationship with a student against former Connally ISD assistant band director David Martinez. Lacy Lakeview Police Department spokesman Tyler Ziegler said Connally ISD was notified of the possible situation through a call their tip line, Lacy Lakeview police [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/former-connally-isd-assistant-band-director-arrested/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/MARTINEZ-DAVID.jpg?w=575", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T14:37:18.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Roland Richter", "localScore": 50, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "arrest", "briefingScore": 180, "type": "news" }, { "id": 14, "archiveId": "ryf1ud", "slug": "franklin-police-chief-officer-suspended-amid-state-forgery-investigation-as-residents-demand-answers", "title": "Franklin police chief, officer suspended amid state forgery investigation as residents demand answers", "excerpt": "Franklin neighbors packed city hall Monday, calling for transparency as a state agency investigates the police department over allegations of forgery and falsified government documents.", "content": "Franklin neighbors packed city hall Monday, calling for transparency as a state agency investigates the police department over allegations of forgery and falsified government documents.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/franklin-police-chief-officer-suspended-amid-state-forgery-investigation-as-residents-demand-answers", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/da/c8/d8c493c94c16bc810b2d9a29afbb/screenshot-2026-05-11-at-9-49-14-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T03:09:15.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ezekiel Ramirez", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 18, "archiveId": "vgxq9y", "slug": "cameron-park-zoo-welcomes-first-african-penguin-chick", "title": "Cameron Park Zoo welcomes first African penguin chick", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Cameron Park Zoo is EGGcited to announce the hatch of its first African penguin chick! The Zoo says this chick arrived on Sunday, April 5, to proud parents Shirley and Tom! This marks an exciting milestone for its penguin program. According to the Zoo,...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Cameron Park Zoo is EGGcited to announce the hatch of its first African penguin chick! The Zoo says this chick arrived on Sunday, April 5, to proud parents Shirley and Tom! This marks an exciting milestone for its penguin program. According to the Zoo, both parents have demonstrated excellent care [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/cameron-park-zoo-welcomes-first-african-penguin-chick/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/penguin-2.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T10:00:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Matt McGovern", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 19, "archiveId": "wrmp8z", "slug": "hillsboro-looks-to-redefine-data-center-zoning-as-neighbors-raise-concerns", "title": "Hillsboro looks to redefine data center zoning as neighbors raise concerns", "excerpt": "The City of Hillsboro is looking to redefine how data centers can come into the city through zoning changes, and neighbors showed up with their questions and concerns.", "content": "The City of Hillsboro is looking to redefine how data centers can come into the city through zoning changes, and neighbors showed up with their questions and concerns.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/hill-county/hillsboro-looks-to-redefine-data-center-zoning-as-neighbors-raise-concerns", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/47790ab/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1920x1008+0+36/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fdf%2F02%2F2632a5514ffdb4bf88b0a46b408f%2Fpic.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T03:31:32.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Mariah Williams", "localScore": 30, "category": "government", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "zoning", "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "c8ppye", "slug": "baylor-and-texas-am-softball-head-to-ncaa-tournament", "title": "Baylor and Texas A&M softball head to NCAA Tournament", "excerpt": "Baylor secured a No. 3 seed in the Austin Regional, and Texas A&M will host its 24th consecutive regional.", "content": "Baylor secured a No. 3 seed in the Austin Regional, and Texas A&M will host its 24th consecutive regional.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/baylor-texas-am-softball-ncaa-tournament/500-7a4c3fe9-1031-4d3f-838e-19dd9a5f0836", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/64f91f02-eb10-4556-8dbc-29844631c470/20260511T232555/64f91f02-eb10-4556-8dbc-29844631c470_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T00:08:01.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "2evn5s", "slug": "central-texas-artist-inspiring-young-asian-americans-through-art-and-community", "title": "Central Texas artist inspiring young Asian Americans through art and community", "excerpt": "Waco artist Rajesh Solanki is using his South Asian culture, murals and mentorship programs to inspire young creatives and help Asian Americans feel represented.", "content": "Waco artist Rajesh Solanki is using his South Asian culture, murals and mentorship programs to inspire young creatives and help Asian Americans feel represented.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/central-texas-artist-inspiring-young-asian-americans-art-community/500-41c42dfe-ed5f-4d47-a7e3-528e720a8999", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/d23fbd9a-e6e0-401a-adfe-9d38b3e71429/20260512T020449/d23fbd9a-e6e0-401a-adfe-9d38b3e71429_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T02:13:09.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "8xso4t", "slug": "ty-robinson-leaves-crawford-accepts-palestine-hc-job", "title": "Ty Robinson leaves Crawford, accepts Palestine HC job", "excerpt": "CRAWFORD, Texas (FOX 44) -- For the third time in the past three seasons, Crawford will start next football season with a new head football coach after Ty Robinson accepted the Palestine head coaching job, he confirmed with Fox 44 Sports on Monday. Robinson spent one season at...", "content": "CRAWFORD, Texas (FOX 44) -- For the third time in the past three seasons, Crawford will start next football season with a new head football coach after Ty Robinson accepted the Palestine head coaching job, he confirmed with Fox 44 Sports on Monday. Robinson spent one season at Crawford, helping bring the Pirates back above [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/sports/local-sports/ty-robinson-leaving-crawford-accepts-palestine-hc-job/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/ty-robinson.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-12T02:02:20.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Parker Rehm", "localScore": 40, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "football", "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 22, "archiveId": "tval5z", "slug": "73-years-since-monster-out-of-the-sky-destroyed-downtown-waco", "title": "73 Years Since \"Monster out of the Sky\" Destroyed Downtown Waco", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — On May 11th, 1953, the deadliest tornado in Texas since 1900, tore through downtown Waco. 144 people lost their lives in the tornado which ran from Lorena to Axtell and destroyed blocks of downtown Waco. Now 73 years later, the pain the city endured has...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — On May 11th, 1953, the deadliest tornado in Texas since 1900, tore through downtown Waco. 144 people lost their lives in the tornado which ran from Lorena to Axtell and destroyed blocks of downtown Waco. Now 73 years later, the pain the city endured has almost entirely faded with time. [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/73-years-since-monster-out-of-the-sky-destroyed-downtown-waco/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/TORNADO-6.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T23:39:49.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Robert Lopez", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 23, "archiveId": "ksgbmw", "slug": "pet-of-the-week-acadia-the-lab-mix", "title": "Pet of the Week: Acadia the Lab Mix", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every week, FOX 44 will be featuring a furry friend up for adoption through the Humane Society of Central Texas. You can take a look at Acadia in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Every week, FOX 44 will be featuring a furry friend up for adoption through the Humane Society of Central Texas. You can take a look at Acadia in the video above! If you're thinking about adopting this furry friend, you can contact the Humane Society of Central Texas by calling 254-327-4728 [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/pet-of-the-week-acadia-the-lab-mix/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/pow_8e87f3.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T23:33:55.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KWKT Staff", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "oq3c0j", "slug": "connally-isd-educator-in-custody-for-improper-relationship-with-student", "title": "Connally ISD educator in custody for improper relationship with student", "excerpt": "A Connally ISD educator is facing charges of improper relationship between educator and student, possession of child pornography and sexual performance by a child.", "content": "A Connally ISD educator is facing charges of improper relationship between educator and student, possession of child pornography and sexual performance by a child.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/connally-isd-teacher-arrested-improper-relationship-student/500-c101c604-1238-4a5c-b1fe-4557daf44fb3", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/c9b6868b-3ca3-46b3-aeb9-7ef1b5b22bc8/20260511T234133/c9b6868b-3ca3-46b3-aeb9-7ef1b5b22bc8_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T23:48:25.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 50, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 90, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "3nn49", "slug": "mcc-celebrates-record-graduating-class-at-spring-commencement", "title": "MCC Celebrates Record Graduating Class at Spring Commencement", "excerpt": "Waco, TX (FOX 44) - McLennan Community College commencement is taking place at Baylor University's Ferrell Center, which will honor approximately 530 students earning associate degrees and certificates, marking a milestone achievement for the college. More than 500 students will...", "content": "Waco, TX (FOX 44) - McLennan Community College commencement is taking place at Baylor University's Ferrell Center, which will honor approximately 530 students earning associate degrees and certificates, marking a milestone achievement for the college. More than 500 students will walk the stage this week as McLennan Community College celebrates a record-breaking graduating class at [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/mcc-celebrates-record-graduating-class-at-spring-commencement/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/PIC_9bedf8.jpg?w=358", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T22:19:09.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Elizabeth Dzina", "localScore": 100, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 200, "type": "news" }, { "id": 23, "archiveId": "y7370a", "slug": "lemurs-are-on-the-move", "title": "Lemurs are on the Move!", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - One local organization is sharing why education is key for those who have ever thought about owning a lemur. Lemurs are fascinating, exotic creatures with dozens of species, a specific diet, and features which set them apart. However, owning a lemur may...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - One local organization is sharing why education is key for those who have ever thought about owning a lemur. Lemurs are fascinating, exotic creatures with dozens of species, a specific diet, and features which set them apart. However, owning a lemur may not be the easiest pet to domesticate - [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/lemurs-are-on-the-move/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/eyebas.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T23:17:48.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Zavian Colon", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "m7rm3p", "slug": "act-of-nature-listed-as-cause-of-colcord-ave-fire", "title": "'Act of nature' listed as cause of Colcord Ave. fire", "excerpt": "Waco,Tx (FOX 44) - An \"act of nature\" is being listed as the cause of a fire that caused major damage to a home on Colcord Avenue in Waco late Sunday night as storms moved through the area. Waco fire units were dispatched to the 4000 block of Colcord Avenue at 10:27 p.m. Sunday,...", "content": "Waco,Tx (FOX 44) - An \"act of nature\" is being listed as the cause of a fire that caused major damage to a home on Colcord Avenue in Waco late Sunday night as storms moved through the area. Waco fire units were dispatched to the 4000 block of Colcord Avenue at 10:27 p.m. Sunday, with [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/act-of-nature-listed-as-cause-of-colcord-ave-fire/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/WACO-FIRE-ENGINE.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T19:41:34.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Roland Richter", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "fire", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 4, "archiveId": "799158", "slug": "letter-from-the-editor-signing-off", "title": "Letter from the editor: Signing off", "excerpt": "It's funny how the smallest things can make an impression on us. And across nine semesters at The Lariat, there have been plenty. I'll miss late-night Andy's runs, traveling to cover the biggest Baylor sporting events, shooting hoops in the newsroom and even waking up before 6...", "content": "It's funny how the smallest things can make an impression on us. And across nine semesters at The Lariat, there have been plenty. I'll miss late-night Andy's runs, traveling to cover the biggest Baylor sporting events, shooting hoops in the newsroom and even waking up before 6 a.m. to rush over to campus to deliver papers. Above all else, I'll miss the people in the newsroom whose voices constantly make me smile. The post Letter from the editor: Signing off first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/letter-from-the-editor-signing-off-4/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06567.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:29:53.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Foster Nicholas", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "shooting", "briefingScore": 195, "type": "news" }, { "id": 5, "archiveId": "oh53qr", "slug": "how-a-life-altering-atv-accident-sparked-a-pathway-to-reality-tv-for-alum-keviah-ealy", "title": "How a life-altering ATV accident sparked a pathway to reality TV for alum Keviah Ealy", "excerpt": "From being on the track and field team to building a social media brand, alum Keviah Ealy had no shortage of accomplishments during her time at Baylor. After graduation, Ealy made the decision to take a gap year — a choice that has now led her to starring in the third season of...", "content": "From being on the track and field team to building a social media brand, alum Keviah Ealy had no shortage of accomplishments during her time at Baylor. After graduation, Ealy made the decision to take a gap year — a choice that has now led her to starring in the third season of \"Vanderpump Villa\" on Hulu. The post How a life-altering ATV accident sparked a pathway to reality TV for alum Keviah Ealy first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/how-a-life-altering-atv-accident-sparked-a-pathway-to-reality-tv-for-alum-keviah-ealy/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/181911_md1_2219-640x960.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:29:45.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Kalena Reynolds", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "accident", "briefingScore": 195, "type": "news" }, { "id": 16, "archiveId": "kl0lrg", "slug": "first-year-students-cap-off-year-with-ice-cream-games-fellowship", "title": "First-year students 'cap off' year with ice cream, games, fellowship", "excerpt": "First-year students gathered around Fountain Mall to commemorate their first year at Baylor. Through ice cream, yard games and fellowship with friends, many students reflected on a year of growth. The post First-year students ‘cap off’ year with ice cream, games, fellowship...", "content": "First-year students gathered around Fountain Mall to commemorate their first year at Baylor. Through ice cream, yard games and fellowship with friends, many students reflected on a year of growth. The post First-year students ‘cap off’ year with ice cream, games, fellowship first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/first-year-students-cap-off-year-with-ice-cream-games-fellowship/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/MET07363-640x427.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T03:13:37.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Abby Rathburn", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 17, "archiveId": "7dpaa4", "slug": "graduating-international-students-say-goodbye-to-home-away-from-home", "title": "Graduating international students say goodbye to home away from home", "excerpt": "Despite uncertain job prospects amid stringent visa restrictions and policy changes in the U.S., graduating international students at Baylor remain hopeful and faithful as they navigate the next chapter of their lives. The post Graduating international students say goodbye to...", "content": "Despite uncertain job prospects amid stringent visa restrictions and policy changes in the U.S., graduating international students at Baylor remain hopeful and faithful as they navigate the next chapter of their lives. The post Graduating international students say goodbye to home away from home first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/graduating-international-students-say-goodbye-to-home-away-from-home/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC02181-Enhanced-NR.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:32:37.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Giselle Lee", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 18, "archiveId": "iyvcfp", "slug": "ltvn-executive-producer-4-years-1356-miles-a-lifetime-of-gratitude", "title": "LTVN Executive Producer: 4 years, 1356 miles, a lifetime of gratitude", "excerpt": "Baylor has been a blessing for me these past four years, but it's time to say goodbye. The post LTVN Executive Producer: 4 years, 1356 miles, a lifetime of gratitude first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "content": "Baylor has been a blessing for me these past four years, but it's time to say goodbye. The post LTVN Executive Producer: 4 years, 1356 miles, a lifetime of gratitude first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/ltvn-executive-producer-4-years-1356-miles-a-lifetime-of-gratitude/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06468.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:30:07.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Irma Peña", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 19, "archiveId": "njfs01", "slug": "how-this-first-generation-student-found-her-identity-at-baylor", "title": "How this first-generation student found her identity at Baylor", "excerpt": "Centerton, Ark., senior Gracie Lawhon is graduating with her bachelor's in biology; however, unlike the majority of students, she is the first in her family to graduate. She currently serves as the student outreach specialist for the student organization First in Line and is a...", "content": "Centerton, Ark., senior Gracie Lawhon is graduating with her bachelor's in biology; however, unlike the majority of students, she is the first in her family to graduate. She currently serves as the student outreach specialist for the student organization First in Line and is a Trailblazer Scholar. The post How this first-generation student found her identity at Baylor first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/how-this-first-generation-student-found-her-identity-at-baylor/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC_0645_Original.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:28:11.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Isabel Vorst", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 20, "archiveId": "a359yd", "slug": "friends-faith-foundation-seniors-reflect-on-their-time-at-baylor", "title": "Friends, faith, foundation: Seniors reflect on their time at Baylor", "excerpt": "In the final weeks before graduation, time feels different for students preparing to walk the stage. Outside Pat Neff Hall, caps and gowns hang from arms while seniors in suits and white dresses stop to take turns for one more picture in front of the building which has framed...", "content": "In the final weeks before graduation, time feels different for students preparing to walk the stage. Outside Pat Neff Hall, caps and gowns hang from arms while seniors in suits and white dresses stop to take turns for one more picture in front of the building which has framed their time at Baylor. The post Friends, faith, foundation: Seniors reflect on their time at Baylor first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/friends-faith-foundation-seniors-reflect-on-their-time-at-baylor/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06634.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:27:51.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Addison Gernenz", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "v2mje0", "slug": "gold-green-rings-most-unique-baylor-rings", "title": "Gold, green, rings: Most unique Baylor rings", "excerpt": "Graduation season is here, and students are faced with the option to invest in their own, custom Baylor rings to treasure their university experience. The Baylor ring tradition honors the university's legacy as one of its meaningful traditions that has stood the test of time....", "content": "Graduation season is here, and students are faced with the option to invest in their own, custom Baylor rings to treasure their university experience. The Baylor ring tradition honors the university's legacy as one of its meaningful traditions that has stood the test of time. The post Gold, green, rings: Most unique Baylor rings first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/gold-green-rings-most-unique-baylor-rings/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/A51DBCC0-48F0-4548-B3EE-B9465E61EEA6-640x960.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:25:57.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Camille Kelly", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 27, "archiveId": "48e8u4", "slug": "caps-gowns-confidence-student-style-guide-for-commencement", "title": "Caps, gowns, confidence: Student style guide for commencement", "excerpt": "Graduation style advice often splits into two extremes: play it completely safe or chase every trend. Neither quite works for a moment like this. What you wear walking across that stage should feel like you, refined, intentional and built to last beyond the day itself. The post...", "content": "Graduation style advice often splits into two extremes: play it completely safe or chase every trend. Neither quite works for a moment like this. What you wear walking across that stage should feel like you, refined, intentional and built to last beyond the day itself. The post Caps, gowns, confidence: Student style guide for commencement first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/caps-gowns-confidence-student-style-guide-for-commencement/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06685.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:32:53.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Stacie Boyls", "localScore": 90, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "graduation", "briefingScore": 135, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "s17rfg", "slug": "the-voice-of-graduation-meet-the-professor-who-announces-names", "title": "The voice of graduation: Meet the professor who announces names", "excerpt": "Meet Sam Henderson, assistant professor of theater and film, who serves as the reader that announces names during graduation. His voice has swept graduates across the commencement stage using his skills as an accomplished actor and professor since 2021. The post The voice of...", "content": "Meet Sam Henderson, assistant professor of theater and film, who serves as the reader that announces names during graduation. His voice has swept graduates across the commencement stage using his skills as an accomplished actor and professor since 2021. The post The voice of graduation: Meet the professor who announces names first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/the-voice-of-graduation-meet-the-professor-who-announces-names/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/graphic-design-photo.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:27:22.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Stacie Boyls", "localScore": 90, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "graduation", "briefingScore": 135, "type": "news" }, { "id": 30, "archiveId": "wvgkd7", "slug": "babe-ruth-in-waco-the-history-of-katy-park", "title": "Babe Ruth in Waco: The history of Katy Park", "excerpt": "Waco's former premier sporting venue hosted professional baseball teams, historic integration games and even the town's first presidential visit. Its legacy, though tainted, tells the story of the town it called home. The post Babe Ruth in Waco: The history of Katy Park first...", "content": "Waco's former premier sporting venue hosted professional baseball teams, historic integration games and even the town's first presidential visit. Its legacy, though tainted, tells the story of the town it called home. The post Babe Ruth in Waco: The history of Katy Park first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/babe-ruth-in-waco-the-history-of-katy-park/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06482.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:35:55.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Jackson Posey", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 115, "type": "news" }, { "id": 31, "archiveId": "l7ws0q", "slug": "apple-of-wacos-eye-apple-gal-opens-second-storefront", "title": "Apple of Waco's eye: Apple Gal opens second storefront", "excerpt": "What started as an at-home hobby for owner Morgan Francis has now grown into a second storefront for Apple Gal in Waco, expanding from its original location in Tyler. Apple Gal now serves the community with unique candy apple flavors like circus animal and cookie butter. The...", "content": "What started as an at-home hobby for owner Morgan Francis has now grown into a second storefront for Apple Gal in Waco, expanding from its original location in Tyler. Apple Gal now serves the community with unique candy apple flavors like circus animal and cookie butter. The post Apple of Waco’s eye: Apple Gal opens second storefront first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/apple-of-wacos-eye-apple-gal-opens-second-storefront/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC05040.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:24:15.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Alexandra Brewer", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 115, "type": "news" }, { "id": 34, "archiveId": "w1xexa", "slug": "why-you-should-be-more-excited-for-the-backrooms-movie", "title": "Why you should be more excited for the 'Backrooms' movie", "excerpt": "With the major motion picture adaptation of \"Backrooms\" being less than a month away, it's surprising how little hype it's amassed on mainstream channels. On social media, aside from the week the initial teaser came out, the reception has been very sparse. The post Why you...", "content": "With the major motion picture adaptation of \"Backrooms\" being less than a month away, it's surprising how little hype it's amassed on mainstream channels. On social media, aside from the week the initial teaser came out, the reception has been very sparse. The post Why you should be more excited for the ‘Backrooms’ movie first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/why-you-should-be-more-excited-for-the-backrooms-movie/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/MV5BMTA3ZTkwMWQtYjEzZC00MTlhLTg3OWEtMDljMTVjYjMyMzUyXkEyXkFqcGc@._V1_.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:30:39.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Sam Gassaway", "localScore": 90, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 105, "type": "news" }, { "id": 35, "archiveId": "uhmkk5", "slug": "ai-is-moving-fast-can-education-keep-up", "title": "AI is moving fast. Can education keep up?", "excerpt": "When ChatGPT's release brought large language models to the forefront in 2022, it also sparked a flurry of private-sector breakthroughs. Bigger and better models and the introduction of AI agents have created a challenging disparity between newly relevant skills and what's...", "content": "When ChatGPT's release brought large language models to the forefront in 2022, it also sparked a flurry of private-sector breakthroughs. Bigger and better models and the introduction of AI agents have created a challenging disparity between newly relevant skills and what's taught in the classroom. The post AI is moving fast. Can education keep up? first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/ai-is-moving-fast-can-education-keep-up/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC06777.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:29:43.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Josh Siatkowski", "localScore": 90, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 105, "type": "news" }, { "id": 36, "archiveId": "2hayo2", "slug": "hrc-seniors-find-community-worth-staying-4-years-for", "title": "HRC seniors find community worth staying 4 years for", "excerpt": "Four years after freshman move-in, the Honors Residential College dorms remain home to many graduating seniors today. While many students started looking for off-campus housing for their freshman or sophomore years, some seniors found the community of Memorial and Alexander...", "content": "Four years after freshman move-in, the Honors Residential College dorms remain home to many graduating seniors today. While many students started looking for off-campus housing for their freshman or sophomore years, some seniors found the community of Memorial and Alexander Residence Halls worth sticking around for. The post HRC seniors find community worth staying 4 years for first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/hrc-seniors-find-community-worth-staying-4-years-for/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/rylee-robertson-senior-from-plano.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:28:16.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Abby Rathburn", "localScore": 90, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 105, "type": "news" }, { "id": 37, "archiveId": "v5vc5", "slug": "under-new-leadership-day-one-for-new-texas-am-president-dr-susan-ballabina", "title": "Under new leadership: day one for new Texas A&M President, Dr. Susan Ballabina", "excerpt": "Under new leadership: day one on the job after recent turnovers for new Texas A&M President, Dr. Susan Ballabina", "content": "Under new leadership: day one on the job after recent turnovers for new Texas A&M President, Dr. Susan Ballabina", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/brazos-county/texas-a-m-university/under-new-leadership-day-one-for-new-texas-a-m-president-dr-susan-ballabina", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/11/b0/0487ca24423299a69b696bdaf4d4/screenshot-2026-05-11-at-5-40-39-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T23:46:47.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Kenny Graves", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 38, "archiveId": "smu1e6", "slug": "texas-summer-camps-face-off-with-state-over-internet-mandate", "title": "Texas summer camps face off with state over Internet mandate", "excerpt": "A new Texas safety law raised fears some summer camps could shut down over fiber Internet requirements. Now, a temporary agreement is keeping camps open.", "content": "A new Texas safety law raised fears some summer camps could shut down over fiber Internet requirements. Now, a temporary agreement is keeping camps open.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/texas-summer-camps-face-off-with-state-over-internet-mandate", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/2c704f0/2147483647/strip/true/crop/6033x3167+0+427/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F55%2F38%2F5b01ff9c49eebed845aaa10e1636%2Fap24173817049728.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T22:12:40.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Allison Hill", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "whjfas", "slug": "hill-county-crews-battle-early-morning-house-fire-near-whitney", "title": "Hill County crews battle early morning house fire near Whitney", "excerpt": "According to Hill County Emergency Management, the fire happened at a single-story home in the 1500 block of State Highway 22. More than a dozen agencies assisted at the scene battling the flames. Officials say no injuries have been reported.", "content": "According to Hill County Emergency Management, the fire happened at a single-story home in the 1500 block of State Highway 22. More than a dozen agencies assisted at the scene battling the flames. Officials say no injuries have been reported.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/hill-county-crews-battle-early-morning-house-fire-near-whitney", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/f729325/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1320x693+0+134/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fce%2F06%2Fa5ae2d5247f6b311600151e79340%2Fimg-3673.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T14:38:07.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Alexa Conroy", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "fire", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "1mv6u6", "slug": "mcc-holding-spring-commencement-may-12th", "title": "MCC Holding Spring Commencement May 12th", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Cheers to the over 500 McLennan Community College students receiving their degrees at this week's Spring Commencement ceremony! McLennan Community College will host its Spring Commencement ceremony this Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Baylor University's Ferrell...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Cheers to the over 500 McLennan Community College students receiving their degrees at this week's Spring Commencement ceremony! McLennan Community College will host its Spring Commencement ceremony this Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Baylor University's Ferrell Center at 7:30 p.m. The ceremony will honor approximately 530 students, a record for [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/mcc-holding-spring-commencement-may-12th/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/MCC-Spring-Commencement.jpg?w=720", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T17:25:25.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Toni Marie", "localScore": 100, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 200, "type": "news" }, { "id": 5, "archiveId": "i81jbz", "slug": "power-outages-affect-dean-highland-elementary-school-day", "title": "Power outages affect Dean Highland Elementary school day", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Waco Independent School District's Dean Highland Elementary School got a late start on Monday due to power outages from Sunday night’s storms. The school day started at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Bus pickups started at 9:30 a.m. FOX 44 News has learned...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: Waco Independent School District's Dean Highland Elementary School got a late start on Monday due to power outages from Sunday night’s storms. The school day started at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Bus pickups started at 9:30 a.m. FOX 44 News has learned from a worker on site that power to [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/power-outages-affect-dean-highland-elementary-school-day/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Dean-Highland-Elementary-School.jpg?w=717", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T16:31:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Matt McGovern", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "outage", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 7, "archiveId": "eu7gy4", "slug": "killeen-neighbors-fight-back-against-car-break-ins-near-old-fm-440", "title": "Killeen neighbors fight back against car break-ins near Old FM 440", "excerpt": "Residents near Old FM 440 are installing cameras and organizing a neighborhood watch after a string of vehicle burglaries prompted a response from Killeen Police.", "content": "Residents near Old FM 440 are installing cameras and organizing a neighborhood watch after a string of vehicle burglaries prompted a response from Killeen Police.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/bell-county/killeen/killeen-neighbors-fight-back-against-car-break-ins-near-old-fm-440", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/62ccd64/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F42%2F9a%2F821571294c5caa454e0251e441f4%2Fcarbreakins.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T23:36:38.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Mariah Williams", "localScore": 40, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 170, "type": "news" }, { "id": 24, "archiveId": "7e40pc", "slug": "car-break-ins-hit-clifton-police-urge-residents-to-lock-vehicles", "title": "Car break-ins hit Clifton: police urge residents to lock vehicles", "excerpt": "Several unlocked cars were burglarized overnight in Clifton. Police have identified one suspect and are still investigating.", "content": "Several unlocked cars were burglarized overnight in Clifton. Police have identified one suspect and are still investigating.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/bosque-county/clifton/car-break-ins-hit-clifton-police-urge-residents-to-lock-vehicles", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/b92e258/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F96%2F5c%2Fb2762e2c4b608ba121e151cd3f8b%2Fclifton-police.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T23:57:20.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Billy Banks", "localScore": 30, "category": "safety", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 160, "type": "news" }, { "id": 7, "archiveId": "l7nw4x", "slug": "man-held-in-bellmead-robbery-with-injuries-and-assault", "title": "Man held in Bellmead robbery with injuries and assault", "excerpt": "Bellmead, Tx (FOX 44) - Bond has been set at $300,000 for a 43-year-old man held in connection with two unrelated violent incidents Saturday night in Bellmead that sent one to a hospital. Bellmead Police Chief Shawn Myatt said about 6:33 p.m. Saturday officers were sent to the...", "content": "Bellmead, Tx (FOX 44) - Bond has been set at $300,000 for a 43-year-old man held in connection with two unrelated violent incidents Saturday night in Bellmead that sent one to a hospital. Bellmead Police Chief Shawn Myatt said about 6:33 p.m. Saturday officers were sent to the 1000 block of Hogan Lane on a [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/man-held-in-bellmead-robbery-with-injuries-and-assault/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/FIELDS-ALVIN.jpg?w=575", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T16:28:37.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Roland Richter", "localScore": 40, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "robbery", "briefingScore": 170, "type": "news" }, { "id": 31, "archiveId": "c7cce0", "slug": "ken-paxton-demanded-odessa-freeze-its-tax-hike-then-he-went-silent", "title": "Ken Paxton demanded Odessa freeze its tax hike. Then, he went silent.", "excerpt": "Local officials in the West Texas city said they are legally unable to comply with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s orders.", "content": "Local officials in the West Texas city said they are legally unable to comply with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s orders.", "url": "https://feeds.texastribune.org/link/16799/17336283/odessa-tax-increase-suspended-ken-paxton", "image": "https://i0.wp.com/www.texastribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/0812-Joven-EH-46.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&quality=89&ssl=1", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T16:00:00.000Z", "source": "Texas Tribune", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Carlos Nogueras Ramos", "localScore": 40, "category": "weather", "editorialWeight": 80, "editorialTier": "civic", "editorialReason": "tax", "briefingScore": 125, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "8pfcwr", "slug": "stop-the-bleed-training-to-save-lives", "title": "\"Stop The Bleed\" Training -- To Save Lives", "excerpt": "WACO (FOX 44) -- In an emergency, the most critical moments are the ones that happen before help arrives, and knowing how to stop a traumatic bleed can quite literally be the difference between life and death. With \"Stop the Bleed\" training available (it's free), we are learning...", "content": "WACO (FOX 44) -- In an emergency, the most critical moments are the ones that happen before help arrives, and knowing how to stop a traumatic bleed can quite literally be the difference between life and death. With \"Stop the Bleed\" training available (it's free), we are learning how simple skills can empower any of [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/stop-the-bleed-training-to-save-lives/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/HOTRAC-Chris-5-10.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T22:29:07.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Vince Erickson", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "emergency", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "dwvo20", "slug": "a-walk-to-remember-waco-tornado-remembrance-walk-this-saturday", "title": "A walk to remember: Waco Tornado Remembrance Walk this Saturday", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - It's been nearly 73 years since a tornado ripped through downtown Waco on the afternoon of May 11, 1953, with winds so strong almost 200 buildings were either destroyed outright or were damaged to the point that they later had to be torn down. The...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - It's been nearly 73 years since a tornado ripped through downtown Waco on the afternoon of May 11, 1953, with winds so strong almost 200 buildings were either destroyed outright or were damaged to the point that they later had to be torn down. The buildings weren't the only loss [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/a-walk-to-remember-waco-tornado-remembrance-walk-this-saturday/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Tornado-Walk-5.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-11T03:05:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Vince Erickson", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 26, "archiveId": "gcuo2j", "slug": "saving-lives-the-power-of-clinical-trials", "title": "Saving Lives: The Power Of Clinical Trials", "excerpt": "WACO (FOX 44) -- Every breakthrough in medicine starts with a single clinical trial, and with Clinical Trials Day approaching on May 20th, we're taking a closer look at the research protecting one of our most vital organs: the liver. Our Vince Erickson welcomed Jonatan Garcia,...", "content": "WACO (FOX 44) -- Every breakthrough in medicine starts with a single clinical trial, and with Clinical Trials Day approaching on May 20th, we're taking a closer look at the research protecting one of our most vital organs: the liver. Our Vince Erickson welcomed Jonatan Garcia, manager and community liaison for Velocity Clinical Research, to [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/saving-lives-the-power-of-clinical-trials/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Jonatan-5-10-e1778449332106.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T21:41:20.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Vince Erickson", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 27, "archiveId": "l4bjsr", "slug": "bigger-and-better-annual-waco-block-party-chalks-another-success", "title": "Bigger and Better: annual Waco Block Party chalks another success", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Today marked the third and final day of the 3rd annual Waco Block Party and, as promised, this year was bigger and better than the last. The three-day event kicked off with an Improv Comedy Show at the Waco Performing Arts Community Center. On Friday,...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Today marked the third and final day of the 3rd annual Waco Block Party and, as promised, this year was bigger and better than the last. The three-day event kicked off with an Improv Comedy Show at the Waco Performing Arts Community Center. On Friday, attendees got to participate in [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/bigger-and-better-annual-waco-block-party-chalks-another-success/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Waco-Block-Party-official.jpg?w=720", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T21:05:51.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Toni Marie", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 20, "editorialTier": "lifestyle", "editorialReason": "event", "briefingScore": 135, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "d0aece", "slug": "brazos-park-east-goes-to-the-dogs-and-cats-with-petworking-in-the-park-event", "title": "Brazos Park East goes to the dogs, and cats, with Petworking in the Park event", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - You couldn't have asked for a nicer morning to get out with your best pup-friend for a stroll through Brazos Park East, and many did for a great cause, Petworking in the Park. Routine checkups and vaccinations once handled through regular vet appointments...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - You couldn't have asked for a nicer morning to get out with your best pup-friend for a stroll through Brazos Park East, and many did for a great cause, Petworking in the Park. Routine checkups and vaccinations once handled through regular vet appointments increasingly depend on low- and no-cost public [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/brazos-park-east-goes-to-the-dogs-and-cats-with-petworking-in-the-park-event/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Petwork-3.jpg?w=640", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T20:37:34.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Toni Marie", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 20, "editorialTier": "lifestyle", "editorialReason": "event", "briefingScore": 135, "type": "news" }, { "id": 32, "archiveId": "f3bzvy", "slug": "cameron-park-zoo-joins-mothers-day-campaign-to-save-orangutans", "title": "Cameron Park Zoo joins Mother's Day campaign to save orangutans", "excerpt": "The Waco zoo is joining a global campaign to protect orangutans. Here's how you can help this Mother's Day.", "content": "The Waco zoo is joining a global campaign to protect orangutans. Here's how you can help this Mother's Day.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/cameron-park-zoo-mothers-day-orangutans-campaign-save-critically-endangered-species/500-6762045e-3ea0-40db-8065-be7cb068148f", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/b3a01bae-6914-43ba-85da-c4c1f746dd48/20260509T212338/b3a01bae-6914-43ba-85da-c4c1f746dd48_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T21:26:53.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 125, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "wtrrkv", "slug": "tyce-armstrong-breaks-baylor-single-season-home-run-record", "title": "Tyce Armstrong breaks Baylor single-season home run record", "excerpt": "Baylor's Tyce Armstrong made history today, hitting his 22nd home run to break the Bears' single-season record.", "content": "Baylor's Tyce Armstrong made history today, hitting his 22nd home run to break the Bears' single-season record.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/sports/college-sports/tyce-armstrong-breaks-baylor-single-season-home-run-record", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/2db3f0c/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4096x2150+0+77/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fe1%2Fcb%2Fd9b84db5409c9bbea4f581c0c066%2Ftyce-pic.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T20:16:49.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Billy Banks", "localScore": 120, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 220, "type": "news" }, { "id": 5, "archiveId": "9rr6ux", "slug": "cybersecurity-experts-warn-the-public-after-canvas-attack-impacts-baylor", "title": "Cybersecurity experts warn the public after Canvas attack impacts Baylor", "excerpt": "A cyberattack tied to the Canvas learning platform affected colleges nationwide, as experts urge students and the public to take precautions.", "content": "A cyberattack tied to the Canvas learning platform affected colleges nationwide, as experts urge students and the public to take precautions.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/cybersecurity-experts-warn-public-canvas-attack-baylor/500-fdc3ac98-f61c-489a-bf24-482ec747e676", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/f80c4f84-1de1-4e47-848d-4e5e07accb3b/20260509T013035/f80c4f84-1de1-4e47-848d-4e5e07accb3b_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T01:44:55.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 175, "type": "news" }, { "id": 29, "archiveId": "f3egqa", "slug": "waco-wellness-festival-whats-next", "title": "Waco Wellness Festival: What's Next?", "excerpt": "WACO (FOX 44) - When you first succeed, you do it again, and again — and in the case of the Waco Wellness Festival, will there be a third time? The founders of the Waco Wellness Festival, Chelsea Pinon — manager at Anytime Fitness Waco, and Valerie Jones, Owner and Practitioner...", "content": "WACO (FOX 44) - When you first succeed, you do it again, and again — and in the case of the Waco Wellness Festival, will there be a third time? The founders of the Waco Wellness Festival, Chelsea Pinon — manager at Anytime Fitness Waco, and Valerie Jones, Owner and Practitioner of Stretch Zone Waco [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/waco-wellness-festival-whats-next/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/wwf-chelsea-val-ve-5-3.jpg?w=640", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T16:57:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Vince Erickson", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 20, "editorialTier": "lifestyle", "editorialReason": "festival", "briefingScore": 135, "type": "news" }, { "id": 34, "archiveId": "a5w0q1", "slug": "waco-isd-teacher-receives-1000-grant-from-whataburger-during-teacher-appreciation-week", "title": "Waco ISD teacher receives $1,000 grant from Whataburger during Teacher Appreciation Week", "excerpt": "Cesar Chavez Middle School teacher Rebecca DeLeon was named Whataburger Whatateacher, earning a $1,000 grant in the process.", "content": "Cesar Chavez Middle School teacher Rebecca DeLeon was named Whataburger Whatateacher, earning a $1,000 grant in the process.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/waco-isd-teacher-receives-1000-grant-whataburger-teacher-appreciation-week/500-4cdc0a69-4084-4ddc-b658-483ee62fae74", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/b2432422-cd66-4e98-bee7-47d9e4f89d15/20260509T023027/b2432422-cd66-4e98-bee7-47d9e4f89d15_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T02:32:02.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 125, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "gswfpz", "slug": "waco-tornado-remembrance-walk-marks-nearly-73-years-since-one-of-the-deadliest-storms-in-texas-histo", "title": "Waco tornado remembrance walk marks nearly 73 years since one of the deadliest storms in Texas history", "excerpt": "May 11, 2026, marks 73 years since the 1953 Waco tornado that killed 114 people in one of Texas's deadliest storms.", "content": "May 11, 2026, marks 73 years since the 1953 Waco tornado that killed 114 people in one of Texas's deadliest storms.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/mclennan-county/waco/waco-tornado-remembrance-walk-marks-nearly-73-years-since-one-of-the-deadliest-storms-in-texas-history", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/08694a2/2147483647/strip/true/crop/900x473+0+134/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F15%2Fc6%2Fb4ec36114fdeaeca494fa0b37ef0%2Ftornado1-reduced.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T21:57:50.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bella Popadiuk", "localScore": 130, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 155, "type": "news" }, { "id": 42, "archiveId": "4o0yrq", "slug": "village-of-salado-holds-vigil-for-ember-henry", "title": "Village of Salado holds vigil for Ember Henry", "excerpt": "Dozens in Salado gathered at Sirena Park for a community vigil to remember the life of Ember Henry. The 18-year-old was shot and killed on Wednesday in Temple.", "content": "Dozens in Salado gathered at Sirena Park for a community vigil to remember the life of Ember Henry. The 18-year-old was shot and killed on Wednesday in Temple.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/bell-county/salado/village-of-salado-holds-vigil-for-ember-henry", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/186c1ed/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4032x2117+0+454/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F3d%2Fca%2F2927ce8e4aa4a127d4e7f4eb4a16%2Fpic.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T04:13:40.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Chantale Belefanti", "localScore": 40, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 80, "type": "news" }, { "id": 41, "archiveId": "gpnq3v", "slug": "texas-am-issues-cease-and-desist-to-dallas-school-over-name-dispute", "title": "Texas A&M issues cease-and-desist to Dallas school over name dispute", "excerpt": "The Texas A&M University System and state officials are taking legal action against a Dallas school calling itself \"TexAM University,\" claiming trademark infringement.", "content": "The Texas A&M University System and state officials are taking legal action against a Dallas school calling itself \"TexAM University,\" claiming trademark infringement.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/brazos-county/college-station/texas-a-m-issues-cease-and-desist-to-dallas-school-over-name-dispute", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/71c9695/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F95%2F42%2F3c17aa4b442ea590d411b877c9e6%2Funtitled-design-2020-01-28t154745.209.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T20:09:23.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Billy Banks", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "fuugib", "slug": "extraco-bank-is-going-the-extra-mile-to-help-build-small-businesses-in-central-texas", "title": "Extraco Bank is going the extra mile to help build small businesses in Central Texas", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For many, it's all about the entrepreneurial spirit, but did you know there's a local program to help fill that space? 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worldwide", "excerpt": "A cyberattack on the company behind Canvas disrupted finals week at Baylor University and nearly 9,000 schools globally, with billions of student records accessed.", "content": "A cyberattack on the company behind Canvas disrupted finals week at Baylor University and nearly 9,000 schools globally, with billions of student records accessed.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/finals-rescheduled-baylor-hackers-breach-canvas-platform-schools-worldwide/500-cdf8d917-d0a4-4cf2-86f7-5d1d16e347f7", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/0cefd687-48ad-42ba-8276-4b9d58184047/20260508T163108/0cefd687-48ad-42ba-8276-4b9d58184047_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T16:31:56.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 175, "type": "news" }, { "id": 43, "archiveId": "fi0sl2", "slug": "salado-community-gathers-to-honor-the-life-of-beloved-teen-ember-henry", "title": "Salado community gathers to honor the life of beloved teen Ember Henry", "excerpt": "The Village of Salado held a candlelight vigil tonight to remember 18-year-old Ember Henry, who was shot and killed Wednesday in Temple.", "content": "The Village of Salado held a candlelight vigil tonight to remember 18-year-old Ember Henry, who was shot and killed Wednesday in Temple.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/bell-county/salado/salado-community-gathers-to-honor-the-life-of-beloved-teen-ember-henry", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/e35cf43/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1024x538+0+115/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fe0%2F79%2Fe0210d8b4df682a18de70bb6e609%2Fimage-15.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-10T02:00:48.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KXXV Digital Staff", "localScore": 40, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 80, "type": "news" }, { "id": 38, "archiveId": "d3op7y", "slug": "hillsboro-continues-the-process-of-growth-and-development", "title": "Hillsboro continues the process of growth and development", "excerpt": "The Hillsboro EDC talked to our 25 News reporter, Chantale Belefanti, about the process it takes to get big retailers to Hillsboro.", "content": "The Hillsboro EDC talked to our 25 News reporter, Chantale Belefanti, about the process it takes to get big retailers to Hillsboro.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/hillsboro-continues-the-process-of-growth-and-development", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/5277758/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1170x614+0+18/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F56%2F00%2F56865b2f4233bbfa43370e4ae27d%2Fimg-67ee59482f43-1.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-09T01:08:17.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Chantale Belefanti", "localScore": 30, "category": "business", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "development", "briefingScore": 105, "type": "news" }, { "id": 44, "archiveId": "scql41", "slug": "snook-park-restrooms-locked-leaving-families-frustrated-and-calling-for-change", "title": "Snook park restrooms locked, leaving families frustrated and calling for change", "excerpt": "Snook park restrooms are kept locked due to staffing and vandalism concerns, but residents say families deserve better access to public facilities.", "content": "Snook park restrooms are kept locked due to staffing and vandalism concerns, but residents say families deserve better access to public facilities.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/snook-park-restrooms-locked-leaving-families-frustrated-and-calling-for-change", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/b0/2a/f7ef03724e338b65321a77a6a8fc/screenshot-2026-05-08-at-4-16-49-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T22:55:13.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Ezekiel Ramirez", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "5ynden", "slug": "canvas-cyberattack-delays-baylor-university-finals-disrupts-campuses-nationwide", "title": "Canvas cyberattack delays Baylor University finals, disrupts campuses nationwide", "excerpt": "A cyberattack on Canvas delayed some finals at Baylor University. Rescheduled exams move to May 14 as students and experts urge password precautions.", "content": "A cyberattack on Canvas delayed some finals at Baylor University. Rescheduled exams move to May 14 as students and experts urge password precautions.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/canvas-cyberattack-delays-baylor-university-finals-disrupts-campuses-nationwide", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8404c0/2147483647/strip/true/crop/570x299+0+6/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F03%2F2d%2Fdda0fcbf49249d48439289d07db3%2Fscreenshot-2026-05-08-at-3-11-40-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T22:50:58.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Bella Popadiuk", "localScore": 120, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 220, "type": "news" }, { "id": 7, "archiveId": "q9k0d6", "slug": "baylor-shut-out-by-texas-tech-in-big-12-quarterfinals", "title": "Baylor shut out by Texas Tech in Big 12 quarterfinals", "excerpt": "Baylor was shut out by top-seeded Texas Tech softball, 7-0, in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Softball Championship on Thursday at Devon Park.", "content": "Baylor was shut out by top-seeded Texas Tech softball, 7-0, in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Softball Championship on Thursday at Devon Park.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/baylor-shut-out-by-texas-tech-in-big-12-quarterfinals/500-8c7ee28c-1846-4f62-b317-b4a583314ab6", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/1a7bd917-0d8d-4090-aadc-cc76e4fa27c3/20260220T043904/1a7bd917-0d8d-4090-aadc-cc76e4fa27c3_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T02:49:20.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "pxqmgg", "slug": "baylor-restores-canvas-access-some-finals-postponed", "title": "Baylor restores Canvas access, some finals postponed", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Baylor University has restored access to its Canvas system, with some final exams being postponed until next week. Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D. issued a statement on Friday morning saying the university would restore access to the Canvas system at 1...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Baylor University has restored access to its Canvas system, with some final exams being postponed until next week. Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D. issued a statement on Friday morning saying the university would restore access to the Canvas system at 1 p.m. Friday. Instructure restored the Canvas system for Baylor and other [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/baylor-restores-canvas-access-some-finals-postponed/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/04/Baylor-banners.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T19:10:11.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Matt McGovern", "localScore": 100, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 200, "type": "news" }, { "id": 8, "archiveId": "lgboy1", "slug": "baylor-hit-by-canvas-cyberattack-impacting-9000-schools", "title": "Baylor hit by Canvas cyberattack impacting 9,000 schools", "excerpt": "Baylor University students are experiencing more than just finals nerves as the online platform goes down.", "content": "Baylor University students are experiencing more than just finals nerves as the online platform goes down.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/baylor-canvas-cyberattack-impacting-9000-schools/500-36cc67cb-8d7a-4aa4-8802-532309b65b59", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/e150ce03-3aff-4608-bafb-866721b31c6c/20241027T030634/e150ce03-3aff-4608-bafb-866721b31c6c_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T02:36:01.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "59yrr8", "slug": "annual-waco-police-memorial-run-to-honor-fallen-officers-this-saturday", "title": "Annual Waco Police Memorial Run to honor fallen officers this Saturday", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The weather this Saturday (May 9, 2026) is looking perfect for the annual Waco Police Memorial Run to honor the heroic officers killed in the line of duty and to commemorate the everyday commitment to our community and nation. The run is a family event...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The weather this Saturday (May 9, 2026) is looking perfect for the annual Waco Police Memorial Run to honor the heroic officers killed in the line of duty and to commemorate the everyday commitment to our community and nation. The run is a family event that consists of a five-kilometer [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/annual-waco-police-memorial-run-to-honor-fallen-officers-this-saturday/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Waco-PD-Memorial-Run.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T17:49:44.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Toni Marie", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 8, "archiveId": "hcwd9g", "slug": "umhb-to-hold-spring-2026-commencement-ceremony-in-crusader-stadium-saturday", "title": "UMHB to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony in Crusader Stadium Saturday", "excerpt": "BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) - Congratulations to the 170th graduating class of The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB)! Saturday, May 9, 2026, is the big day for the Spring commencement ceremony, where 542 UMHB students will receive their hard-earned degrees, including 387...", "content": "BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) - Congratulations to the 170th graduating class of The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB)! Saturday, May 9, 2026, is the big day for the Spring commencement ceremony, where 542 UMHB students will receive their hard-earned degrees, including 387 baccalaureate degrees, 135 master's degrees, and 20 doctoral degrees. Three commissioning officers will [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/bell-county/umhb-to-hold-spring-2026-commencement-ceremony-in-crusader-stadium-saturday/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/umhb.jpg?w=517", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T16:30:39.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Toni Marie", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 11, "archiveId": "a5ozxw", "slug": "baylors-tyce-armstrong-chasing-history-again", "title": "Baylor's Tyce Armstrong chasing history again", "excerpt": "After a historic 3-grand slam debut, Baylor slugger Tyce Armstrong is now one home run away from breaking the Bears’ single-season record.", "content": "After a historic 3-grand slam debut, Baylor slugger Tyce Armstrong is now one home run away from breaking the Bears’ single-season record.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/baylors-tyce-armstrong-chasing-history/500-2aa1fe6c-a9f8-4509-b505-79418ebf70b9", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/c1852c33-0651-4469-89fb-116f7d0e00e9/20260507T234641/c1852c33-0651-4469-89fb-116f7d0e00e9_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T00:02:08.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 25, "archiveId": "qkjijc", "slug": "baylor-initiatives-redefine-what-it-means-to-be-a-first-gen-graduate", "title": "Baylor initiatives redefine what it means to be a first-gen graduate", "excerpt": "While first-generation students make up an estimated 16% of Baylor's student body, Frisco senior Liberty Ferguson said significantly fewer take advantage of the available scholarships and programming, making student engagement a key success factor. The post Baylor initiatives...", "content": "While first-generation students make up an estimated 16% of Baylor's student body, Frisco senior Liberty Ferguson said significantly fewer take advantage of the available scholarships and programming, making student engagement a key success factor. The post Baylor initiatives redefine what it means to be a first-gen graduate first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/baylor-initiatives-redefine-what-it-means-to-be-a-first-gen-graduate/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/First-Gen-Grad_Courtesy_Griffin_1.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:24:13.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Rhea Choudhary", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 28, "archiveId": "rusyef", "slug": "youre-invited-to-the-third-annual-waco-block-party", "title": "You're invited to the third annual Waco Block Party!", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The third annual Waco Block Party is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! The community is invited to join in for a full weekend of creativity and celebration from May 7th through 9th! Attendees can catch The Improv Comedy Show on Thursday at the...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The third annual Waco Block Party is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! The community is invited to join in for a full weekend of creativity and celebration from May 7th through 9th! Attendees can catch The Improv Comedy Show on Thursday at the Waco Performing Arts [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/youre-invited-to-the-third-annual-waco-block-party/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/waco-block-party.jpg?w=461", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T14:55:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Matt McGovern", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "86omc6", "slug": "dylan-finks-guide-to-graduating-seniors", "title": "Dylan Fink's guide to graduating seniors", "excerpt": "From Baylor athletics to Fountain Mall swims, tune in for a guide to graduating seniors on do's and don'ts for the last stretch of time at Baylor, from a senior. The post Dylan Fink’s guide to graduating seniors first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "content": "From Baylor athletics to Fountain Mall swims, tune in for a guide to graduating seniors on do's and don'ts for the last stretch of time at Baylor, from a senior. The post Dylan Fink’s guide to graduating seniors first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "url": "https://baylorlariat.com/2026/05/04/dylan-finks-guide-to-graduating-seniors/", "image": "https://baylorlariat.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Dylan-Fink-5-1536x1024-1.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T02:23:54.000Z", "source": "Baylor Lariat", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Dylan Fink", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 165, "type": "news" }, { "id": 1, "archiveId": "8halgk", "slug": "multi-county-case-yields-meth-cocaine-marijuana-cash", "title": "Multi county case yields meth, cocaine, marijuana, cash", "excerpt": "Waco, Tx (FOX44) - The McLennan County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit working with Waco police and others have arrested three men on conspiracy charges. A fourth person was held on unrelated outstanding warrants. The lengthy investigation included search operations and...", "content": "Waco, Tx (FOX44) - The McLennan County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit working with Waco police and others have arrested three men on conspiracy charges. A fourth person was held on unrelated outstanding warrants. The lengthy investigation included search operations and arrests in the Waco, Mexia and Teague areas, spanning McLennan, Limestone and Freestone counties. [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/multi-county-case-yields-meth-cocaine-marijuana-cash/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/Handcuffs-2.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T20:47:52.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Roland Richter", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "arrest", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 26, "archiveId": "e84wtn", "slug": "ag-paxton-adds-wisd-to-10-commandment-investigation-list", "title": "AG Paxton adds WISD to 10 commandment investigation list", "excerpt": "Austin, Tx (FOX 44) - Waco ISD has been added to a list of Texas school districts Attorney General Paxton is investigating to ensure the Ten Commandments are on display. SB10 that was passed by the legislature last September requires public schools to display donated copies of...", "content": "Austin, Tx (FOX 44) - Waco ISD has been added to a list of Texas school districts Attorney General Paxton is investigating to ensure the Ten Commandments are on display. SB10 that was passed by the legislature last September requires public schools to display donated copies of the Ten Commandments that meet certain specifications. Additionally, [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/ag-paxton-adds-wisd-to-10-commandment-investigation-list/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/WISD-ADMINISTRATION-BLDG.jpg?w=533", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T18:57:29.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Roland Richter", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "soj5vy", "slug": "baylor-texas-am-universities-affected-by-canvas-ransomware-attack", "title": "Baylor, Texas A&M universities affected by Canvas ransomware attack", "excerpt": "Canvas, the widely used learning management platform, is currently unavailable university-wide at Baylor, Texas A&M and other universities across the country after Instructure took the system offline May 7, 2026.", "content": "Canvas, the widely used learning management platform, is currently unavailable university-wide at Baylor, Texas A&M and other universities across the country after Instructure took the system offline May 7, 2026.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/baylor-texas-a-m-universities-affected-by-canvas-ransomware-attack", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a060f3a/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F82%2Fb3%2Fad883d4d4e399e9f6e93bece716e%2Funtitled-design-2020-02-07t160645.939.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T23:19:32.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Art DeVitalis", "localScore": 120, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 220, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "qgnt67", "slug": "baylor-mens-tennis-returns-home-for-sweet-16-of-ncaa-tournament", "title": "Baylor men's tennis returns home for Sweet 16 of NCAA Tournament", "excerpt": "Baylor men's tennis season continues as the Bears host the third round of the NCAA Tournament. This is the Bears' first time back in the Sweet 16 since 2022", "content": "Baylor men's tennis season continues as the Bears host the third round of the NCAA Tournament. This is the Bears' first time back in the Sweet 16 since 2022", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/baylor-mens-tennis-returns-home-for-sweet-16-of-ncaa-tournament", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/df46ea8/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F13%2F21%2Fa557b2484e88aa5961fbc1eeed04%2Fbaylor-tennis-pic.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T22:45:34.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Shahji Adam", "localScore": 120, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 220, "type": "news" }, { "id": 10, "archiveId": "9c5z1w", "slug": "baylor-community-mourns-passing-of-longtime-educator", "title": "Baylor community mourns passing of longtime educator", "excerpt": "Margaret Jean Shepard Thomson will be honored during a memorial service on May 15.", "content": "Margaret Jean Shepard Thomson will be honored during a memorial service on May 15.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/baylor-community-passing-of-longtime-educator-margaret-thomson/500-a46a2c9d-7c19-4c7a-bc08-b653230756bc", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/bba96896-ead9-41be-8bdb-fe159500befb/20260507T193027/bba96896-ead9-41be-8bdb-fe159500befb_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-07T19:31:28.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 42, "archiveId": "ylzf85", "slug": "rural-tech-hub-spacex-proposes-119b-project-to-build-semiconductors-at-gibbons-creek-in-grimes-count", "title": "Rural tech hub: SpaceX proposes $119B project to build semiconductors at Gibbons Creek in Grimes County", "excerpt": "Rural tech hub: SpaceX proposes $119B project to build semiconductors at Gibbons Creek in Grimes County", "content": "Rural tech hub: SpaceX proposes $119B project to build semiconductors at Gibbons Creek in Grimes County", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/grimes-county/rural-tech-hub-spacex-proposes-119b-project-to-build-semiconductors-at-gibbons-creek-in-grimes-county", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/b7/06/7c1ad24448c9ab92dce3514c48df/screenshot-2026-05-07-at-6-06-50-pm.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-08T00:14:42.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Kenny Graves", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 21, "archiveId": "owkr76", "slug": "baylor-cadet-zenero-earns-nations-top-rotc-honor-rare-air-force-pilot-spot", "title": "Baylor Cadet Zenero earns nation's top ROTC honor, rare Air Force pilot spot", "excerpt": "As a Spring senior in Baylor's Air Force ROTC program, Alissa Zenero earned the Distinguished Graduate designation, awarded to the top 10% of ROTC cadets across the country, while also securing a coveted reserve pilot slot to fly the C-5M Super Galaxy out of Dover, Del. The post...", "content": "As a Spring senior in Baylor's Air Force ROTC program, Alissa Zenero earned the Distinguished Graduate designation, awarded to the top 10% of ROTC cadets across the country, while also securing a coveted reserve pilot slot to fly the C-5M Super Galaxy out of Dover, Del. 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In fact, patrol deputies were joined by major crimes detectives in their attempt to identify who had been not only...", "content": "Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - It was more than just holes in the signs that Waco police were concerned about as they sought who was shooting at stop signs many times. 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This is the first time both Black Cat teams are heading back to the finals in a decade", "content": "Mexia boys and girls track and field is getting ready for state. This is the first time both Black Cat teams are heading back to the finals in a decade", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/black-cats-back-at-state-mexia-track-and-field-returns-to-the-finals", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/db0d8de/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5712x2999+0+107/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fa4%2F08%2F618a3d7a4139a9ecfc67d1a657bd%2Fimage-16.jpeg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T22:35:19.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Shahji Adam", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 35, "archiveId": "s27vmx", "slug": "state-appoints-new-connally-isd-superintendent", "title": "State appoints new Connally ISD Superintendent", "excerpt": "Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - The Texas Education Agency has announced the appointment of a new superintendent and a board of managers to run Connally Independent School District. With the appointment of the new board of managers, the powers of the existing board of trustees has...", "content": "Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - The Texas Education Agency has announced the appointment of a new superintendent and a board of managers to run Connally Independent School District. With the appointment of the new board of managers, the powers of the existing board of trustees has been suspended until further notice. 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She was named a finalist in April.", "content": "Dr. Ballabina is set to become the 28th president of Texas A&M University. She was named a finalist in April.", "url": "https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/brazos-county/texas-a-m-university/texas-a-m-regents-confirm-appointment-of-susan-ballabina-as-university-president", "image": "https://ewscripps.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/eb2f0cc/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1280x672+0+24/resize/1200x630!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fewscripps-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F8e%2F80%2Fe5dfbb684c32844f1cd75a510782%2Fballabina.png", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T19:24:04.000Z", "source": "KXXV", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KXXV Digital Staff", "localScore": 30, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 70, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "euuhvn", "slug": "waco-police-investigating-fatal-i-35-pedestrian-accident-following-mans-death", "title": "Waco police investigating fatal I-35 pedestrian accident following man's death", "excerpt": "A pedestrian was killed crossing I-35 in Waco Tuesday night. Police say the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators.", "content": "A pedestrian was killed crossing I-35 in Waco Tuesday night. Police say the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/police-54-year-old-man-killed-while-walking-across-i-35/500-a5757a5e-ab90-4945-a17d-f5563d83d25c", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/bdd32aaa-fd32-45a7-a9c8-5178d2fbb4dd/20260506T082645/bdd32aaa-fd32-45a7-a9c8-5178d2fbb4dd_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T11:56:51.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "accident", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 7, "archiveId": "y4r670", "slug": "proper-sleep-and-child-development", "title": "Proper sleep and child development", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Proper sleep is essential to the development of a child, and one group in Central Texas is working to fix that. Sleep in Heavenly Peace ensures kids can have restful nights. You can watch our interview above.", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Proper sleep is essential to the development of a child, and one group in Central Texas is working to fix that. Sleep in Heavenly Peace ensures kids can have restful nights. You can watch our interview above.", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/proper-sleep-and-child-development/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/02/shp.jpg?w=640", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T16:00:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KWKT Staff", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "development", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 13, "archiveId": "hee2de", "slug": "armstrongs-five-homer-week-earns-trio-of-national-honors-for-baylor", "title": "Armstrong’s five-homer week earns trio of national honors for Baylor", "excerpt": "The redshirt senior was named Perfect Game National Player of the Week, National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association National Hitter of the Week and earned a spo", "content": "The redshirt senior was named Perfect Game National Player of the Week, National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association National Hitter of the Week and earned a spo", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/armstrongs-five-homer-week-earns-trio-of-national-honors-for-baylor/500-0468e1f7-1614-43c3-b858-07dfa03e1a85", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/fa3fdfbb-59f1-46d2-ab26-9413e13515ac/20260506T032436/fa3fdfbb-59f1-46d2-ab26-9413e13515ac_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T03:26:09.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 90, "category": "baylor", "editorialWeight": 70, "editorialTier": "baylor", "editorialReason": "baylor", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 25, "archiveId": "z2sk5s", "slug": "6-news-book-drive-brings-thousands-of-stories-to-children", "title": "6 News Book Drive brings thousands of stories to children", "excerpt": "Families, volunteers, and partners helped collect more than 3,000 books, now delivered to children across Waco to support summer reading.", "content": "Families, volunteers, and partners helped collect more than 3,000 books, now delivered to children across Waco to support summer reading.", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/6-news-book-drive-thousands-stories-kids/500-5d31d212-36c4-46a3-9f54-6ae990365fa8", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/b663c6bd-1de8-4e39-9759-037fb38efa76/20260506T014748/b663c6bd-1de8-4e39-9759-037fb38efa76_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T01:54:38.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 40, "editorialTier": "community", "editorialReason": "volunteer", "briefingScore": 170, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "mbzwzb", "slug": "waco-police-investigating-late-tuesday-fatality-crash", "title": "Waco Police Investigating Late Tuesday Fatality Crash", "excerpt": "WACO (FOX 44) - Waco Police continue to investigate a fatality crash that occurred late Tuesday (May 5, 2026) night. 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The department gave a big thank you to Ms. Schell’s class at the district's Early Childhood Development Center for some...", "content": "McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Some Connally Independent School District students surprised the Lacy Lakeview Police Department with something creative! The department gave a big thank you to Ms. Schell’s class at the district's Early Childhood Development Center for some awesome drawings of police officers! The department says this creativity and support means so [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/lacy-lakeview-pd-shows-drawings-from-connally-isd-students/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/rts-2.jpg?w=556", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T15:30:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Matt McGovern", "localScore": 60, "category": "schools", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "police", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 13, "archiveId": "9ci5o6", "slug": "txdot-talks-motorcycle-safety-as-traffic-increases", "title": "TxDOT talks motorcycle safety as traffic increases", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Whether on two wheels or four, every life matters. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is pushing a new message - to help keep motorcyclists safe on the roads as traffic increases in the upcoming months. Motorcyclists share the road with other...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Whether on two wheels or four, every life matters. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is pushing a new message - to help keep motorcyclists safe on the roads as traffic increases in the upcoming months. Motorcyclists share the road with other drivers - heading to work, visiting family, or [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/txdot-talks-motorcycle-safety-as-traffic-increases/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/05/bike.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T22:09:37.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "Zavian Colon", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 60, "editorialTier": "impact", "editorialReason": "traffic", "briefingScore": 190, "type": "news" }, { "id": 29, "archiveId": "jn517z", "slug": "celebrating-life-luncheon-to-be-held-may-12th", "title": "Celebrating Life Luncheon to be held May 12th", "excerpt": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Council for Life Central Texas has partnered with life-affirming organizations across seven counties in order to provide funding in service of vulnerable unborn babies, mothers, and fathers in our community. For more information about the Celebrating...", "content": "WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Council for Life Central Texas has partnered with life-affirming organizations across seven counties in order to provide funding in service of vulnerable unborn babies, mothers, and fathers in our community. For more information about the Celebrating Life Luncheon, you can watch our interview above. If you would like to [...]", "url": "https://www.fox44news.com/news/local-news/mclennan-county/celebrating-life-luncheon-to-be-held-may-12th/", "image": "https://www.fox44news.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2026/04/col.jpg?w=900", "publishDate": "2026-05-05T20:35:00.000Z", "source": "FOX 44", "sourceType": "news", "author": "MG Montemayor", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 10, "editorialTier": "general", "editorialReason": null, "briefingScore": 140, "type": "news" }, { "id": 2, "archiveId": "vfbdr5", "slug": "police-54-year-old-man-killed-while-walking-across-i-35", "title": "Police: 54-year-old man killed while walking across I-35", "excerpt": "The Waco Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash", "content": "The Waco Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash", "url": "https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/police-54-year-old-man-killed-while-walking-across-i-35/500-a5757a5e-ab90-4945-a17d-f5563d83d25c", "image": "https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KCEN/images/bdd32aaa-fd32-45a7-a9c8-5178d2fbb4dd/20260506T082645/bdd32aaa-fd32-45a7-a9c8-5178d2fbb4dd_750x422.jpg", "publishDate": "2026-05-06T08:30:44.000Z", "source": "KCEN", "sourceType": "news", "author": "KCEN", "localScore": 100, "category": "local", "editorialWeight": 100, "editorialTier": "safety", "editorialReason": "crash", "briefingScore": 230, "type": "news" }, { "id": 3, "archiveId": "7c6r4g", "slug": "baylor-softball-readies-for-texas-tech-in-big-12-tournament", "title": "Baylor softball readies for Texas Tech in Big 12 Tournament", "excerpt": "The regular season for college softball is over as Baylor now readies for the Big 12 Tournament in Oklahoma City. 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The post Kuykendall ‘grateful’ for Baylor as he re-enters transfer portal first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.", "content": "Baylor guard Will Kuykendall, who came to Waco after two years with the Arizona Wildcats, is back in the transfer portal after a meaningful year with the Bears. 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But through the gauntlet of the Big 12, the Bears showed resilience as they matured into a postseason-ready team. The post Growing up fast: Resilience, growth defined Baylor...", "content": "In a regular season filled with ups and downs, a young Baylor squad was forced to grow up quickly. But through the gauntlet of the Big 12, the Bears showed resilience as they matured into a postseason-ready team. 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