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Letter from the editor: Signing off
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...
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How a life-altering ATV accident sparked a pathway to reality TV for alum Keviah Ealy
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...
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Cybersecurity experts warn the public after Canvas attack impacts Baylor
A cyberattack tied to the Canvas learning platform affected colleges nationwide, as experts urge students and the public to take precautions.
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Students react to 'very stressful' Canvas outage ahead of finals
After a whirlwind of confusion, cyberattacks and shifting finals schedules, Baylor students are reacting to the nationwide Canvas outage with frustrat...
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Canvas access to be restored, Friday finals moved to online Thursday
Baylor announced this morning that all final exams scheduled for today would be moved to next Thursday and administered online after a nationwide Canv...
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Finals rescheduled at Baylor after hackers breach Canvas platform used by schools worldwide
A cyberattack on the company behind Canvas disrupted finals week at Baylor University and nearly 9,000 schools globally, with billions of student reco...
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Baylor shut out by Texas Tech in Big 12 quarterfinals
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.
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Baylor delays finals as nationwide Canvas outage impedes studying
Hours before final exams begin for Baylor, a nationwide Canvas outage has left Baylor and thousands of other schools without access to the learning so...
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Budget cuts broke our program; it could break yours, too
Baylor's fiscal issues are affecting far more than the dollar amount you see in BearWeb. It is fundamentally changing our university and what makes Ba...
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SLIDESHOW: IM Claw Cup Championship
By Marissa Essenburg | Sports Writer The post SLIDESHOW: IM Claw Cup Championship first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.
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Graduate school appeal grows among college students
For many college students, graduation used to mean one thing: getting a job. Now for a growing number, it means staying in school. The post Graduate s...
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Texas State holds off Baylor's ninth-inning rally to win 9-6
While entering the ninth inning down by six runs, Baylor's bats started to find life. The Bears struck for three runs in the final frame but fell shor...
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Sports Take: The actual top 5 Baylor MBB players of the 2000s
The true list of Baylor's top five men's basketball players of the 21st century. The post Sports Take: The actual top 5 Baylor MBB players of the 2000...
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The good, the bad, the memorable: My time at The Lariat
After well over 100 articles with my byline written and hundreds more read and published after crossing my desk, my time with The Lariat has officiall...
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Bridging the gap: Students, faculty give perspectives on math preparedness
When she applied to Baylor Holly Hill, Fla., junior Natalie Lu initially believed her general education math course would be one of the easier require...
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First-year students 'cap off' year with ice cream, games, fellowship
First-year students gathered around Fountain Mall to commemorate their first year at Baylor. Through ice cream, yard games and fellowship with friends...
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Graduating international students say goodbye to home away from home
Despite uncertain job prospects amid stringent visa restrictions and policy changes in the U.S., graduating international students at Baylor remain ho...
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LTVN Executive Producer: 4 years, 1356 miles, a lifetime of gratitude
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 lifeti...
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How this first-generation student found her identity at Baylor
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 ...
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Friends, faith, foundation: Seniors reflect on their time at Baylor
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 a...
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Gold, green, rings: Most unique Baylor rings
Graduation season is here, and students are faced with the option to invest in their own, custom Baylor rings to treasure their university experience....
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Vida y Danza: Dance studio of Mexican heritage
Vida y Danza is a folklórico dance studio based in Temple. They offer their programs to nonprofits like schools and community arts centers. The studio...
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Texas Attorney General's Office announces investigation into Waco ISD, other districts over Ten Commandments law
Attorney General Ken Paxton said his office will investigate to ensure that districts are displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
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Ken Paxton demanded Odessa freeze its tax hike. Then, he went silent.
Local officials in the West Texas city said they are legally unable to comply with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s orders.
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Seniors prepare to navigate unstable job market post-graduation
Jonathan Echols, the Career Center's communications and media manager, said academics aren't always the reason students feel unprepared to face the sh...
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Caps, gowns, confidence: Student style guide for commencement
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...
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The voice of graduation: Meet the professor who announces names
Meet Sam Henderson, assistant professor of theater and film, who serves as the reader that announces names during graduation. His voice has swept grad...
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What to Do in Waco: May 8-14
It's officially the end of a chapter for the 2026 school year, and along with that needs to be endless celebration and times of joy. This is a list of...
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Babe Ruth in Waco: The history of Katy Park
Waco's former premier sporting venue hosted professional baseball teams, historic integration games and even the town's first presidential visit. Its ...
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Apple of Waco's eye: Apple Gal opens second storefront
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 lo...
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Student research findings emphasize importance of deep friendships
A group of sociology students worked with their professor to study the connection between loneliness and companionship, finding that quality of relati...
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What happened to flirting?
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 som...
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Why you should be more excited for the 'Backrooms' movie
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 chann...
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AI is moving fast. Can education keep up?
When ChatGPT's release brought large language models to the forefront in 2022, it also sparked a flurry of private-sector breakthroughs. Bigger and be...
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HRC seniors find community worth staying 4 years for
Four years after freshman move-in, the Honors Residential College dorms remain home to many graduating seniors today. While many students started look...
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Texas Standard for May 7, 2026: Valley Fever cases are rising in West Texas
A new UTEP study links a rise in Valley Fever cases in El Paso to extreme dust and wind events.
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Baylor restores Canvas access, some finals postponed
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Baylor University has restored access to its Canvas system, with some final exams being postponed until next week. Provost Nanc...
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Baylor hit by Canvas cyberattack impacting 9,000 schools
Baylor University students are experiencing more than just finals nerves as the online platform goes down.
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Annual Waco Police Memorial Run to honor fallen officers this Saturday
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...
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UMHB to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony in Crusader Stadium Saturday
BELTON, Texas (FOX 44) - Congratulations to the 170th graduating class of The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB)! Saturday, May 9, 2026, is the b...
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A walk to remember: Waco Tornado Remembrance Walk this Saturday
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 a...
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Baylor's Tyce Armstrong chasing history again
After a historic 3-grand slam debut, Baylor slugger Tyce Armstrong is now one home run away from breaking the Bears’ single-season record.
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Baylor initiatives redefine what it means to be a first-gen graduate
While first-generation students make up an estimated 16% of Baylor's student body, Frisco senior Liberty Ferguson said significantly fewer take advant...
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FOX 44 invites you to 'Love Thy Neighbor'
CENTRAL TEXAS (FOX 44) - If you know someone in McLennan, Bell, Coryell, or Falls Counties who could use a helping hand with home improvements or repa...
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You're invited to the third annual Waco Block Party!
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 fu...
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Dylan Fink's guide to graduating seniors
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, fro...
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Multi county case yields meth, cocaine, marijuana, cash
Waco, Tx (FOX44) - The McLennan County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit working with Waco police and others have arrested three men on conspiracy...
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AG Paxton adds WISD to 10 commandment investigation list
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 Commandme...
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Baylor, Texas A&M universities affected by Canvas ransomware attack
Canvas, the widely used learning management platform, is currently unavailable university-wide at Baylor, Texas A&M and other universities across the ...
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Baylor men's tennis returns home for Sweet 16 of NCAA Tournament
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 sinc...
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Baylor community mourns passing of longtime educator
Margaret Jean Shepard Thomson will be honored during a memorial service on May 15.
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Rural tech hub: SpaceX proposes $119B project to build semiconductors at Gibbons Creek in Grimes County
Rural tech hub: SpaceX proposes $119B project to build semiconductors at Gibbons Creek in Grimes County
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Baylor Cadet Zenero earns nation's top ROTC honor, rare Air Force pilot spot
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 cad...
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Community in mourning after death of Salado teen Ember Henry
The Village of Salado is rallying behind the family of a former mayor after the loss of his son, Ember Henry.
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Another reversal in the murder trial of day care operator
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - Local prosecutors say they are ready to appeal to yet a higher court as an appeals court once again sends a conviction of Marian F...
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Central Texas voters find common ground after Supreme Court clears new congressional maps
After a U.S. Supreme Court ruling clears Texas’ new congressional maps, local voters say staying engaged and showing up to vote matters most ahead of ...
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Lake Waco: After Dark
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Night Hikes at the Lake Waco Wetlands have returned! If checking out the world of the wetlands at Cameron Park Zoo at sunset so...
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2 Texas residents monitored after cruise ship Hantavirus outbreak
Two Texas residents who were passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship are being monitored by health officials after leaving the vessel before a deadly...
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Aggie baseball heads to Oxford with SEC tournament berth and ABS challenge on the horizon
Texas A&M baseball heads to Oxford for a key SEC series as coaches and players weigh in on the new ABS strike zone system.
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Waco police identify pedestrian struck and killed on I-35 near 18th Street
Waco police identified Sandip Patel, 54, as the man struck and killed while crossing I-35 near 18th Street late Tuesday night.
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Waco council members confirm Waffle House is coming to the city
Waco officials confirmed Waffle House is finalizing plans for a local location, though the company has not announced a site or opening timeline yet.
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Baylor’s Carter, Marshall earn Big 12 postseason honors
Two Baylor softball players earned postseason recognition from the Big 12 Conference on Wednesday, as Brooklyn Carter.
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Temple ISD seventh grader earns Baylor TIP Green Scholar honor
Temple student Maren Garcia was honored by Baylor University for exceptional academic achievement and leadership.
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Perfect Pet: Meet Thelma and OJ!
Meet Thelma, an energetic lab mix, and OJ, a shy yet affectionate orange cat, looking for homes at Fuzzy Friends Rescue in Waco.
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TEA removes Connally ISD board, appoints managers and new superintendent over failing campuses
The Texas Education Agency has suspended Connally ISD's elected board and appointed three managers and a new superintendent after five years of campus...
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Texas Standard for May 7, 2026: Valley Fever cases are rising in West Texas
A new UTEP study links a rise in Valley Fever cases in El Paso to extreme dust and wind events.
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Man hit while walking across highway identified
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A man hit and killed while walking across I-35 in Waco Tuesday night has been identified as 54-year-old Sandip Patel. Police say h...
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Dr Pepper Museum to Celebrate 35 Years in Special Way
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A Texas icon and economic driver in Waco is celebrating 35 years of history! Dr Pepper fanatics beware - as they're hosting som...
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Repeated shooting at stop signs brings arrest
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 ...
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"More than a fire chief:" Rosebud welcomes Caleb Miller home with community procession
The community of Rosebud lined the street to welcome their late fire chief, Caleb Miller back home with a procession.
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Former Aggie head coach Jackie Sherrill leads youth football camp in Bryan
Former Aggie coach Jackie Sherrill leads a $40 youth football camp in Bryan that includes a physical.
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Ghosting the scams: with more victims in Grimes County, a group wants to teach seniors how to stay safe
Ghosting the scams: with more victims in Grimes County, a group wants to teach seniors how to stay safe
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Southern Careers Institute prepares future workforce with employer connections and scholarship opportunities
Southern Careers Institute hosts a May 15 employer event and partners with the Waco Police Department on scholarships for students.
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Cameron Park Zoo welcomes first African penguin chick
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 Sunda...
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Black Cats back at State: Mexia Track and Field returns to the finals
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 decad...
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State appoints new Connally ISD Superintendent
Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - The Texas Education Agency has announced the appointment of a new superintendent and a board of managers to run Connally I...
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FEMA relief fund depleted during shutdown amid severe weather season in Central Texas
FEMA’s disaster relief fund dropped from nearly $10 billion to $3 billion during a partial shutdown, raising concerns amid severe weather season in Ce...
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Texas A&M Regents confirm appointment of Susan Ballabina as university president
Dr. Ballabina is set to become the 28th president of Texas A&M University. She was named a finalist in April.
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Waco police investigating fatal I-35 pedestrian accident following man's death
A pedestrian was killed crossing I-35 in Waco Tuesday night. Police say the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
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Proper sleep and child development
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 Heaven...
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Armstrong’s five-homer week earns trio of national honors for Baylor
The redshirt senior was named Perfect Game National Player of the Week, National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association National Hitter of the Week a...
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6 News Book Drive brings thousands of stories to children
Families, volunteers, and partners helped collect more than 3,000 books, now delivered to children across Waco to support summer reading.
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Waco Police Investigating Late Tuesday Fatality Crash
WACO (FOX 44) - Waco Police continue to investigate a fatality crash that occurred late Tuesday (May 5, 2026) night. Officers were dispatched to the s...
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Lacy Lakeview PD shows drawings from Connally ISD students
McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Some Connally Independent School District students surprised the Lacy Lakeview Police Department with something crea...
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TxDOT talks motorcycle safety as traffic increases
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...
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Celebrating Life Luncheon to be held May 12th
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Council for Life Central Texas has partnered with life-affirming organizations across seven counties in order to provide fu...
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Police: 54-year-old man killed while walking across I-35
The Waco Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash
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Baylor softball readies for Texas Tech in Big 12 Tournament
The regular season for college softball is over as Baylor now readies for the Big 12 Tournament in Oklahoma City. The Bears first round matchup - a re...
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Two hikers attacked by bear near Old Faithful at Yellowstone; area closed, investigation underway
Park officials said one or more bears were involved but did not specify the species.
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Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss data centers during their next meeting
The planning and zoning commission in Hillsboro is getting ready to make some changes to local ordinances regarding data centers in our community.
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Texas A&M softball coach addresses Auburn matchup, postseason outlook ahead of SEC Tournament
Texas A&M softball coach previews the SEC Tournament opener against Auburn, addressing pitching, lineup depth, and postseason preparation.
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Training scenario to take place at Lorena Primary School
LORENA, Texas (FOX 44) - If you see an increased presence of emergency vehicles and personnel at the Lorena Primary School campus on Tuesday night, do...
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Student nonprofit 'Bear-ly Used' to return after last year's success
Last year, two Baylor business students formed a nonprofit to collect dorm items during move-out and donate them to charities in need. Now after Bear-...
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Kuykendall 'grateful' for Baylor as he re-enters transfer portal
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 ...
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Student-led laparoscopy lab gives med students early hands-on experience
Baylor's Laparoscopy Lab, known across campus simply as Laparo, gives freshmen hands-on surgical training and a full year of guided research experienc...
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Baylor baseball fights for position on NCAA Tournament bubble
With seven games remaining in the regular season, Baylor looks to continue gaining ground on the NCAA Tournament bubble after taking a weekend series ...
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A look ahead at Baylor athletics as the semester winds down
As finals arrive and campus begins to slow, Baylor athletics is only picking up speed. With postseason play across the board, May will define which te...
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Growing up fast: Resilience, growth defined Baylor softball's regular season
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 s...
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Bears' season ends with 4-1 loss to Texas A&M in second round of NCAA Tournament
Baylor's season came to a close Sunday as the Bears fell 4-1 to Texas A&M in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The post Bears’ season ends with...
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Waco tattoo studio suffers $4K loss in break-in; police searching for suspect
Viridian Rose Tattoo Studio in Waco faces a $4,000 setback after a break-in left the owner shaken, but staff bonded, vowing resilience amid ongoing in...
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Waco nonprofit Dream Couture gives 40 financially struggling seniors a free prom night to remember
Waco seamstress Roxana Robles and her nonprofit Dream Couture helped 40 girls get to prom at no cost to the families.
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Student experience with 2-year contracts in dorms varies
Students who live in three of the two-year dorms at Baylor — Teal Residential College, Honor Residential College or Brooks Residential College — sign ...
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Sports Buzz: Waco Super Regional incoming, softball upsets No. 4 Texas Tech 漏
Baylor men's and women's tennis won their first-round NCAA Tournament games, with the men moving on to host a Super Regional. Plus, softball won its b...
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No. 10 Baylor MTEN outlasts No. 22 Auburn 4-1, punches ticket to NCAA Super Regional
Behind another commanding doubles point and singles wins from Luc Koenig, Devin Badenhorst and Alexandru Chirita, Baylor protected home court Saturday...
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Waco residents push for more litter enforcement after suspension bridge cleanup
Waco neighbors took to social media to call out litter buildup on the suspension bridge, prompting the city to clean it up. But some want more enforce...
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SLIDESHOW: CECC May Madness
By Sam Gassaway | Photo Editor The post SLIDESHOW: CECC May Madness first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.
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Five-run ninth pushes Texas Tech over Baylor 8-3
Baylor took the first two games of the series, but dropped Sunday's finale after a five-run ninth inning put Texas Tech in front of Baylor 8-3. The po...
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A Central Texas couple is working to protect a vital resource in a Bell County village
The potential for millions of gallons of treated wastewater heading to Salado Creek daily has many Bell County neighbors on high alert.
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Gov. Abbott to discuss career and technical education at TSTC
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Texas Governor Greg Abbott will be participating in a fireside chat on career and technical education investments at Waco's Tex...
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Neighbors meet and greet Temple Fire Chief finalists
On Tuesday morning neighbors got a chance to speak with the four finalists for Temple's next Fire Chief.
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17-year-old shot, killed at College Station park; Police seek witnesses
College Station police are investigating the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old Bryan resident found with gunshot wounds at Bee Creek Park. Authorities ...
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Killeen Assistant City Manager retires amid leadership changes for city
The announcement from Jeffery Reynolds comes as Killeen continues to adapt its leadership structure following other resignation announcements and Satu...
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Waco Transit expansion connects Creekside residents to essential services
A new shuttle stop at Creekside Community Village is helping residents transitioning out of homelessness access jobs, healthcare and other critical re...
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Skin Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Importance of Early Detection and Prevention
Waco, TX (FOX 44) -- May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder that the most common form of cancer in the United States is also one of ...
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Lorena ISD names lone finalist for superintendent
Lorena ISD has announced Dr. Theodore "Teddy" Clevenger as the district's lone finalist for superintendent.
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Research at Texas A&M shows coffee may help fight off aging-related diseases
Coffee may be good medicine: Research at Texas A&M shows it may help fight off aging related diseases for regular drinkers
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McLennan County Sheriff's Office swears in new Chief Deputy
Jake Burson has been sworn in as the newest Chief Deputy of the McLennan County Sheriff's Office.
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Marlin voters approve 18 charter propositions aimed at reforming city government
Marlin voters approved 18 charter propositions updating city rules from 1977, adding new accountability measures for city leadership.
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Pet of the Week: Doug the Pyrenees Mix
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...
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La Vega ISD senior to compete in international science and engineering fair
David Martinez will compete against students from around the world in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.
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Lorena ISD names lone superintendent finalist
LORENA, Texas (FOX 44) - The Lorena Independent School District's Board of Trustees has named its lone finalist for superintendent of schools. The dis...
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Lake Waco sits just above normal level after recent rains
Lake Waco is sitting at normal level around 462 feet following recent rains, but the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reminding residents to stay alert...
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Lorena officer reunites child missing for more than two weeks with family
A Lorena police officer found a child missing since April 13 late Sunday night. The child was hospitalized briefly before being reunited with family.
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Voting Rights Act ruling could change representation on city councils, school boards across Texas
The 1965 federal law helped Latino and Black voters gain representation in city and school boards across Texas but now that could change.
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New 24-story student housing tower planned near Texas A&M campus in College Station
Students near Texas A&M University say finding housing close to campus is a challenge — and a new high-rise development could change that.
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Bryan ISD announces launch of Virtual Academy, providing tuition-free learning
The program will include advanced academic courses but also provides extracurricular activities like fine arts and athletics in Bryan ISD.
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Rosebud community remembers Fire Chief Caleb Miller
The community of Rosebud is mourning the loss of Fire Chief Caleb Miller after he died in an off-road vehicle accident. He is remembered for his deter...
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Texas smokable hemp ban remains on hold as legal battle continues
A Texas judge has extended a pause on the state’s smokable hemp ban, offering temporary relief to businesses and customers as the legal battle continu...
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Breaking down Baylor MBB's new-look 2026-27 roster
After missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2018, the Bears lost seven rotation players and began another ground-up rebuild — this time...
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Baylor men's tennis rolls past Tulsa 4-0, advances to NCAA Round of 32
After a rain delay and chilly May conditions, the Bears leaned on a commanding doubles point and straight-set singles wins from Zsombor Velcz, Luc Koe...
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Texas Tech silences Bears in 8-0 regular season finale loss
After splitting the first two games of the series, the Bears drop the series finale against No. 4 Texas Tech 8-0 from pitcher NiJaree Canady's perfect...
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Baylor University, students need to do more to assist homeless population
Just blocks from campus, Wacoans live without a place to stay, asking for money on the corner of every popular grease pit location. All the while, one...
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Post Malone, Jelly Roll McLane Stadium stop canceled
Live Nation has canceled the first month of the Post Malone and Jelly Roll "Big Stadium Tour," including the May 19 show at McLane Stadium, the Baylor...
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Breaking down Baylor WBB's new-look 2026-27 roster
Nicki Collen has retooled Baylor's roster around star guard Taliah Scott after another 25-win season ended before the Bears could break through their ...
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Annual runway show caps year-long work of apparel design students
Senior apparel design and product development majors showcased their work at the annual runway show and luncheon Thursday afternoon to commemorate the...
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Baylor students bring home top awards from national design conference
Baylor University's graphic design students stood out on a national stage and brought home top awards from the National Student Show and Conference (N...
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Felecia Mulkey: Architect of a sport, heart of a dynasty
Felecia Mulkey built acrobatics and tumbling from the ground up, then led Baylor to 11 straight national titles. But beyond the banners, "Coach Fee's"...
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Right at home: Kaygen Marshall's 6-mile journey from Robinson to Baylor
Freshman third baseman Kaygen Marshall, a Robinson native, is becoming a breakout star for Baylor softball. Marshall is proving that she didn't need t...
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Family to friends: Van Schalkwyk embraces lasting friendships in first year at Baylor
While transferring from Old Dominion to Baylor, junior Connor Van Schalkwyk embraced some familiar faces in his transition to a new program. The post ...
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Lariat Letter: I founded TPUSA at Baylor. If I were still involved, I would have walked away.
If I were still carrying a TPUSA title, what happened on April 22 would have been enough for me to walk away. You don't fight for free speech by banni...
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Baylor Interprofessional Events highlights collaboration of healthcare fields
That gap in understanding of the collaboration of patient care is what San Jose, Calif., sophomore Ananya Bharathapudi and Tulsa, Okla., junior Enzo H...
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Student-curated exhibition to explore 'The Shape of Being' at Washington Gallery
A new student-curated exhibition at Washington Gallery invites viewers to reimagine the human figure through the lens of contemporary art. The post St...
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Students, administration respond to 'insults' at TPUSA event
In the aftermath of national attention over Baylor hosting Turning Point USA on campus, statements made at the closed event have ignited controversy a...
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Professors awarded funding research, discuss importance
Dr. Alexander McNair, an associate professor of Spanish in the modern languages and cultures department, and Dr. Kelly Johnston, associate professor i...
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What to Do in Waco: May 1-7
With finals on the rise, events around Waco could be the perfect opportunity to relax and take a much needed break from the stress of college. Whether...
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Waco is the best college city
The next time you want to complain about Waco, remember that there is a lot of beauty here. You're not living in a desert or driving three hours to re...
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Lariat TV News: local dessert shop makes in on the big screen & a recap of the best we've had to offer this semester
https://youtu.be/0gdZvXFxfwY?si=zs2ZbiEnOIixDy3e By Irma Peña | Graduating Executive Producer, Claire-Marie Scott | Incoming Executive Producer, Aiden...
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Residential chaplains: The support system that lives right down the hall
Residential chaplains are seminary students at George W. Truett Theological Seminary who choose to live alongside undergraduate students, dedicating 2...
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The finish line is so close, but senioritis is hitting hard
Senioritis is hard. It's not because of a choice to suddenly become "lazy," but because, for the first time, I can see what's beyond the finish line, ...
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The SLC should allow tank tops
By regulating attire, the SLC may also unintentionally limit the amount of physical activity students can comfortably engage in. Gym clothing should m...
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No one eulogizes the things you almost did
What is unsettling about almost is that it feels alive. It sits between reality and fantasy, both possible and lost at once. We replay it in our minds...
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Faculty, administrators break down course evaluations effectiveness
Students submit course evaluations at the end of every semester, but faculty and administrators say the feedback is only one piece of a much larger sy...
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RNDF to host inaugural Spring Assembly at Mayborn Museum Complex
The Rare Neurological Disorder Foundation will bring together researchers, clinicians and advocates Friday for its first Spring Assembly, featuring pr...
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Penland staff trio goes beyond the meal in decades of service
With nearly 120 years of combined experience in Penland Dining Hall, Elaine Battle, Linda Benson and Donna Majors have served thousands — maybe even m...
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Suspect in multiple thefts flees police, crashes in Woodway
Woodway, Tx (FOX 44) - A Waco woman suspected in several thefts from area grocery stores fled police and crashed after driving through a residential y...
baylor
Chasing History: Tyce Armstrong ties Baylor's single season home run record
Baylor's Tyce Armstrong made it 21 home runs against Texas Tech in the Sunday match up, tying the Bear's single season record and joining Charley Cart...
safety
Lorena officer reunites missing Fayette Co. child with family
LORENA/FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - A missing child out of Fayette County has been reunited with his family thanks to a Lorena Police Department o...
local
Waco teachers receive surprise $155K in grants for innovative classroom projects
Fifty-one Waco teachers were awarded $155,000 in grants for classroom projects funded by local businesses and community partners.
local
Chad Hasty, West Texas conservative talk show host, dies unexpectedly
Hasty, known statewide for his evocative political conversations, is described by his friends as “open-minded and respectful.”
safety
Residents react to possible vehicles found in Lake Whitney
The Bosque County Sheriff’s office took to social media to let residents know that there could be some vehicles in Lake Whitney.
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"Leading Waco Women" Spring Workshop Coming This Thursday (5/7/26)
WACO (FOX 44) - The Greater Waco Chamber will be hosting the "Leading Waco Women Spring Workshop" this coming Thursday, May 7 — and there are still sp...
local
Waco Wellness Festival: What's Next?
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 fo...
local
Westphalia family shares the magic of Savannah Bananas night at Kyle Field
A Westphalia family attended the biggest Savannah Bananas game ever at Kyle Field, the 2nd-largest baseball crowd ever assembled.
government
Mayoral race draws local residents to the polls
Local residents hit the polls to cast their votes. The mayoral race could shape the city’s direction on key priorities.
local
Best Collegiate E-Sports Enthusiasts Call Central Texas Home
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The nation's best gamers called Central Texas home on Saturday at the championships of one of the emerging sports on the colleg...
business
Hot Rides Dominate Nacho Daddy Car Show
HEWITT, Texas (FOX 44) - Dozens of hot rides were on display in Central Texas on Saturday during the Greater Hewitt Chamber of Commerce's annual Nacho...
baylor
'She didn't let cancer hold her back': CASA adviser dies at 38
Laura McNutt, assistant director of advising in Baylor's College of Arts and Sciences, died April 17 at her home in Waco after a three-year battle wit...
local
Extraco Bank is going the extra mile to help build small businesses in Central Texas
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? Extraco ...
baylor
VirtuOSO finds national success for first time in a decade
After winning the semifinals in March, Baylor's a cappella team VirtuOSO traveled to New York City for the International Championship of Collegiate A ...
business
Rosita's Honduran Restaurant honors family legacy, community with reopening
The legacy of the blue-and-white building on 25th Street, the authentic Honduran restaurant Antojitos Centroamericanos, continues, now reopened as Ros...
local
Waco police seek public's help to find missing person
The Waco Police Department urges anyone who has seen him to come forward and call 254-750-7500 or dial 9-1-1.
baylor
Live Nation cancels Post Malone/Jelly Roll concert at McLane Stadium
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Baylor University has confirmed that Live Nation has canceled the first month of the Post Malone/Jelly Roll tour - including th...
government
Lacy Lakeview city council race heats up over proposed data center
Four candidates are vying for three at-large seats on the Lacy Lakeview City Council, with a proposed data center emerging as the defining issue of th...
government
May election to fill up empty seats on Killeen City Council
Neighbors showed out to the polls Saturday to cast their ballot and fill up city council seats that have been vacant for months.
local
Esports championship brings competition, economic impact to Waco
Organizers say the three-day collegiate gaming event could generate significant business for local hotels, restaurants, and venues.
baylor
Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert canceled at McLane Stadium
The Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert scheduled for May 19 at Baylor's McLane Stadium has been cancelled
baylor
How Baylor students, City of Waco practice sustainability
Across Baylor's campus, students are taking action to live more sustainably, whether through personal habits, volunteer opportunities or launching cam...
local
Viral Banana's and Texas local umpires take the field at Kyle Field for the biggest game of their lives
Four Texas umpires are set to work the Savannah Bananas game at Kyle Field in front of 102,000 fans — the biggest crowd of their careers.
baylor
Vardaman Scholars learn to impact world 'beyond Baylor bubble'
This April, the OEL welcomed its newest cohort of Vardaman Scholars, formerly known as Global Engage Fellows. The program, intended for rising sophomo...
baylor
Baylor history students look forward to annual picnic celebration
The honor society Phi Alpha Theta and the Baylor history department host their department celebration just for students who are majors and minors in C...
local
Collegiate Esports National Championship Weekend comes to Waco
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Collegiate Esports Commissioner's Cup (CECC) has found a new home in Waco after spending the past few years in Dallas. The ...
events
Savannah Bananas bring fan events, pop-up camp and live music to College Station
The Savannah Bananas are taking over College Station with fan meet-and-greets, a kids camp and live music ahead of Saturday's game at Kyle Field.
local
Attorney Gina Long appointed to 170th Court bench
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - Texas Governor Gregg Abbott has appointed local attorney Gina Long to fill the unexpired term for judge of 170th District Court to...
traffic
Is it safe or illegal to park under an overpass during severe weather?
During our reporting on Tuesday, 25News Bobby Poitevint shot video of drivers parking under an I-35 overpass to escape the storm and the hail from dam...
baylor
Post Malone, Jelly Roll concert at Baylor canceled
Live Nation has canceled the first month of the Post Malone/Jelly Roll tour, which included a stop at Baylor University.
baylor
How to keep from becoming a victim of skin cancer
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The month of May is known as Skin Cancer Awareness Month - a time to educate everyone about the dangers and to offer prevention...
local
Play ball: Navasota hosts the first-ever free pop-up game for the Savannah Bananas for 1000 lucky fans
Play ball: Navasota hosts the first-ever free pop-up game for the Savannah Bananas for 1000 lucky fans
safety
Storms bring wave of door-to-door solicitors to Lacy Lakeview
Storms bring a wave of door-to-door salespeople to Lacy Lakeview. Police say solicitors need a permit. Here's how to protect yourself.
local
Dr Pepper Museum in Waco to unveil world's largest bottle, celebrate historic legacy
Museum officials say the landmark statue offers a photo-worthy location in the city where the soda was founded.
safety
McLennan County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Cody Blossman takes on new role
Blossman has served McLennan County for the past 13 years and will transition to his new role on Saturday.
local
Manslaughter indictment returned in Oct. 2025 shooting
Waco, Tx (FOX 44) - A McLennan County Grand Jury has returned a manslaughter indictment against Joshua Aaron Chappell in the death of Tyrese Johnson i...
local
Waco attorney convicted of child sex crime still eligible to practice law in Texas, bar says
Waco attorney Adam Dean Hoffman, convicted of a child sex crime, remains eligible to practice law in Texas despite a court-ordered resignation.
local
Waco fifth grader cooks and sings his way to national cooking finals
Trevor Morris, a Hillcrest Elementary fifth grader, competes for a national cooking title with his Thai noodles recipe in Sodexo's Future Chef Challen...
baylor
Learning independence: Baylor students navigate life beyond home
Baylor students said independence brings unexpected challenges, from sleepless nights to budgeting struggles. The post Learning independence: Baylor s...
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Texas A&M men's basketball adds senior transfer Tyshawn Archie to 2026-27 roster
Texas A&M basketball adds senior transfer Tyshawn Archie, who averaged 14.3 points at McNeese and earned First Team All-Southland Conference honors.
local
Killeen youth center seeking sporting venues head of Summer break
Vantonio Fraley is the founder of [Im]Possible Teen Center and when asked how often do the teens and the kids ask you about playing sports he responde...
local
7th Street revival aims to draw crowds, support businesses in Downtown Waco
A long-planned community space on 7th Street in Waco will open as part of First Fridays, aiming to boost foot traffic and support local businesses.
baylor
Big 12 strikes a private equity deal in hopes of growing revenue
The Big 12 is the first conference in major college sports to strike a league-wide, private equity deal.
local
Texas A&M men's basketball adds junior transfer Jalen Shelley to 2026-27 roster
Texas A&M adds junior transfer Jalen Shelley, a 6'8" forward who averaged 13.7 PPG at LMU in 2025-26.
local
Cause of 726,250 gallons of wastewater overflow under investigation in Harker Heights
An issue Thursday night pushed a system offline, so staff was not alerted as thousands of gallons of wastewater spilled into South Nolan Creek.