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The Waco Fire Department rescued a driver after an 18-wheeler crashed and was hanging over the bridge in the area of I-35 North in Elm Mott.Officials say the driver was unable to exit and the truck was leaking fuel. About an hour later, the driver was safely rescued and no......
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By Addison Gernenz | Copy Editor Baylor Theatre dazzles in their performance of "Sense & Sensibility," selling out the performance for a fourth straight night. "Sense & Sensibility" is a play written by Kate Hamill, based on the classic novel by Jane Austen and directed by......
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Swoon-worthy, sultry, sweet beats filled Foster Pavilion Friday night. Rising country star and Midland native Braxton Keith and opener Cassidy Daniels brought vocals both bright and deep to the venue. Daniels strolled on stage with a tasseled.....
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer Rain poured down over Betty Lou Mays Field. But it wasn't the only thing pouring down on Kansas as No. 9 Baylor soccer racked up three goals on the stormy night. Senior midfielder Aryanna Jimison scored two goals from outside the box to help......
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor A sea of green and gold overalls covered an overflowing student section. That sea rocked the Ferrell Center crowd as it showed why it is one of the most formidable home courts in the nation. No. 21 Baylor volleyball (9-4, 1-2 Big 12) took care of....
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A local tool and home store was burglarized early Friday morning, with two suspects stealing $2,000 worth of tools, according to co-owner Sally Regian.Surveillance video captured two men reversing into the parking lot of Regian Tool and Home around 3:40 a.m. One suspect broke......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - Two search warrants in Waco and one in Bellmead served Thursday resulted in three arrests on drug charges and two others on unrelated warrants. The McLennan County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit with the assistance of the Waco Police Department Drug......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Update: Due to the threat of inclement weather, tomorrow's Hispanic Heritage Month Walking Tour has been rescheduled for next Saturday, October 10, 2026. For more information or to RSVP, visit libcal.baylor.edu. Waco's history isn't just something you can.....
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A federal jury in Waco has convicted a former Fort Hood soldier on nine counts related to sexual abuse and exploitation of two minor age children. Evidence presented at trial has accused 30-year-old Jordan Anthony Pearce of sexually abusing a minor female at......
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Waco, Texas (FOX 44) - Home fires take seven lives each day in the U.S., most often in homes without working smoke alarms. That's why the American Red Cross is returning to Waco on Saturday, October 3, 2026. American Red Cross volunteers and community partners will be offering......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - In the Heart of Texas region, there are over 700 teenagers experiencing homelessness. Many do not have access to the resources they need in order to thrive. The Cove Executive Director Tim Packer paid a visit to our studio to share more about the......
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By Claire Marie Scott | Executive Producer, Aiden Richmond | Managing EditorThis week on Lariat TV News, we take you to Waco Hall where Zeta Tau Alpha hosted Big Man on Campus.Plus we feature a new faith based coffee shop in Waco.And we showcase how softball is preparing for its....
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The annual Ironman 70.3 Waco event is set to return this weekend, which also means traffic will be impacted. The event will take place this Sunday, October 4, at Indian Spring Park, and will attract approximately 7,500 athletes and spectators. Set-up,......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor men's tennis had a shot at glory last season. A strong fall flooded into a dominant spring. The Bears finished the season 25-10, making a run in the NCAA Tournament before No. 1 Texas halted their momentum in the quarterfinals. A new......
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By Tripp Henderson | Staff Writer For many Waco residents, finding an affordable place to live is becoming increasingly difficult as housing prices rise faster than incomes and the supply of affordable homes remains limited. In an article published in June 2025, MeridianLink......
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By Giselle Lee | Staff Writer Nationally observed from Sep. 15 to Oct. 15, Baylor's adoption of Hispanic Heritage Month aims to highlight multicultural student organizations celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and LatinX communities. According to......
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By Carson Vercoe | Sports Writer The Baylor women's tennis team enters the 2026 season looking to finish what they couldn't last year. The Bears finished 14-10, with an 8-5 record in the Big 12, placing them eighth in the conference. They lost to TCU in the Big 12 tournament but....
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor Perhaps I should not have wished this change in weather upon us, but at least it's cooler. If the weather feels too dreary, here are some fun indoor events to fill the next few days. Sense & Sensibility | Oct. 1-4 | Times vary | Mabee Theatre,....
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By Reagan Hunter | Reporter Baylor physics professor Dr. Kenichi Hatakeyama spends his time searching for answers to some of the biggest questions about the universe. Outside the lab, he trades particle detectors for a shinai, the bamboo sword used in the Japanese martial art of....
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Topgolf is making its way to McLane Stadium from Oct. 29 through Nov. 1 as the first Big 12 stop of the Stadium Series. Joining forces with Baylor football and its NIL efforts, fans can get the Topgolf experience with exclusive VIP opportunities.....
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By Cannon Fritz | Reporter It is evident that there is a shift when No. 21 Baylor volleyball plays on the road and at home. Since the start of last season, the Bears are 14-2 competing in front of the home crowd but fall to 6-11 in away matches. Baylor (8-4) is coming off a......
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By Giselle Lee | Staff Writer A former Cornell University student filed a lawsuit in September alleging that seven men sexually assaulted her in 2024 at the Chi Phi fraternity house in Ithaca, New York. Prosecutors have reopened the investigation, according to a report by The......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For one young mother, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is deeply personal. A genetic test revealed she was at high risk for breast cancer - and after a frightening mammogram and biopsy, she made a life-changing decision. I spoke with this woman, who says that....
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Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - A 36-year-old man is facing third degree felony charges after Lacy Lakeview police arrested him on charges of grooming a child. Under Texas law, grooming means knowingly persuading, inducing, enticing ( or attempting to do so) a child younger than 18.....
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McLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) - Preparing for hurricanes is essential in saving lives, protecting your property and surviving prolonged power and supply outages. McLennan County Emergency Management Coordinator Ryan Dirker shares how we can be well-prepared for hurricane......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - The Waco Police Department has made a second arrest in connection with a 2025 homicide case. The department announced on Thursday morning that 20-year-old Kevien Daniels was arrested in Norfolk, Virginia, and has been charged with Murder. Daniels was then.....
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A 40-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday on suspicion of plotting to attack the Texas Capitol, authorities said.The Texas Department of Public Safety said in a statement that it received credible information about an individual planning a violent attack" for Thursday in......
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After trying college, Otavius Jackson decided a different path was right for him. The self-described "engineer nerd" has always loved math, and when he learned about aviation maintenance, the field immediately caught his attention."I love math. So aviation, aeronautics,......
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A medical helicopter crashed off Catalina Island near Los Angeles, killing two people and leaving two hospitalized, authorities said.Rescuers early Thursday searched for a fifth person who was reported to be in the aircraft and was missing, the Los Angeles County Fire Department....
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By Hannah Webb | News Editor Baylor's updated Annual Fire Safety and Security Report shows increases in reported motor vehicle thefts, rapes, liquor law citations and stalking in 2025, but university officials say understanding what those numbers represent is essential to......
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By Josh Siatkowski | Lead Writer Hundreds gathered in the Hurd Welcome Center on Wednesday afternoon to remember the life of a classmate, brother, son, student and friend. 22-year-old William "Blake" Driskell, a Master of Accountancy student and a Baylor alumnus as of May, died.....
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Baylor has benefited from the luxury of staying home for three consecutive weeks. It has seen new light shows, the return of old traditions and special uniforms and decals that have caught the attention of college football fans. The Bears took......
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By Dylan Sciacca | Reporter Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., college students and people of Waco head to Freight Waco for their night of trivia, ready to sit down and prepare for their shot at first place. What started as a weekly game has now become a community event. Whether it's......
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By Stephanie Starks | Staff Writer Baylor's Career Center hosted almost 200 professional organizations for Career Day, the university's annual networking event, from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday in the Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. At this year's event, brand-new graduate......
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By Joana Karoshi | Staff Writer The Honorable Matthew G. Wright does not draw a hard line between his work as a Baylor professor and his work as a judge and attorney. Instead, he brings students into both. Wright, a lecturer in the department of management, a presiding judge......
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Floats rolled down North Bordon Street as the Lorena ISD homecoming parade made its way to Leopard Field, with families lining the sidewalks to catch candy tossed from passing floats.WATCH HERE: Lorena ISD homecoming parade kicks off with floats, candy and a cherished......
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This week, many Central Texans may experience rain, bringing the potential for flooding. A local store manager said neighbors should prepare for the rain. Rain is expected through Sunday, with some areas possibly experiencing 2-4 inches of rain, with locally higher totals that......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - For families living with Alzheimer's, time and memories can take on an entirely different meaning. The Baylor Club is turning this idea into a special night designed to remember the past, celebrate the present and raise money to help families facing the......
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A local cattle rancher is sounding the alarm about the rising cost of producing beef and what it means for the price consumers pay at the grocery store.Dr. Dudley Baker is a former OB-GYN, a retired military veteran, and now a cattle rancher. He has been watching prices climb......
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Waco, TX (FOX44) - With gas and diesel prices high, TSTC instructors have come up with ways drivers can save fuel and thus save money. Automotive instructor Ty Liedtke said drivers looking to stretch their fuel dollars can boost efficiency through simple habits and routine......
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Waco, Tx (FOX44) - A 54th District Court jury has returned a guilty verdict in the robbery trial of Brendon Le Osha Riggs in a crime that resulted in a death. Though the incident was fatal for the victim, a grand jury had indicted Riggs only for robbery in the September 25, 2020....
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Lacy Lakeview, Tx (FOX44) - Tossing a weapon into a storm drain did not keep a man accused of waving it at a customer at a convenience store out of jail. It took a foot chase by officers and digging in the storm drain, but 39-year-old Lee Von Mabry, Jr ended up in the McLennan......
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WOODWAY, Texas (FOX 44) - Congressman Pete Sessions and his staff have assisted in securing $1.7 million in federal funding for the Woodway community. This was discussed at Monday night’s City Council meeting. The city says this funding will support important infrastructure......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - A group of Connally High School Cadets is showing character, kindness, and pride! The Cadets noticed a neighbor in need on Tuesday morning. She was seen right next to campus and was out mowing her lawn. Without being asked, the Cadets took it upon......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Ascension Providence has named its new president! The company says Hiram Jacob brings a decade of healthcare leadership and operational expertise to Central Texas. In this role, he will help advance Ascension's commitment as a faith-based healthcare......
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The National Urban League says nearly 40% of fourth graders nationwide read below a basic level. Teachers at two local elementary schools say building strong reading skills early is the key to turning that around.At Woodway Elementary, first grade teacher Ashley Leatham makes......
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor has yet to reach its full potential on the field. Despite penalties and inconsistencies on offense, the squad is on its first three-game win streak since 2024. Arizona State is also looking to put it all together in a crucial home game. A....
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By Elliott Nace | Assistant News Editor Students walking, scootering and biking along Bagby Avenue can expect changes to their commute as the City of Waco begins a $615,000 project to replace damaged sidewalks and curb ramps bordering parts of Baylor's campus and nearby......
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By Josh Siatkowski | Lead Writer Ever since I came from Oklahoma City to Baylor in 2023, I've noticed a hole in the "Grease Pit" of fast food restaurants on the other side of the highway. It's a hole that can only be filled by something as Oklahoman as me: Braum's Ice Cream and.....
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By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor I have a confession: I do not drink coffee. However, the common threads I noticed while looking at my class's Baylor Bound Instagram page back in 2024 were that prospective Baylor students love Jesus, hanging out with friends and drinking......
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By Reigha Weaver | Arts & Life Writer Baylor's newest haircut spot is in Martin Residence Hall. Martin Cuts, run by Clemmons, North Carolina, freshman Isaac Williams and Bellaire freshman Brandon Martin, allows male students to get haircuts right on campus. Williams, the primary....
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Tuesday banning local, state and federal law enforcement officers from using gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks to people.The ban on shock gloves will take effect next year and remain in place until 2030. It comes weeks......
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The U.S. National Security Agency and other military intelligence and cybersecurity forces will guard election systems during the November midterms, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday.Military cybersecurity experts have routinely helped monitor systems and deter......
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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Giving Machine is a charitable take on a vending machine that's back in Waco for a second year of raising money for local nonprofits. The Giving Machine is part of the Light the World Initiative carried out by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day......
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A years-long dispute between Copperas Cove and Lampasas school districts may finally be nearing its end.WATCH the full story here: Copperas Cove ISD moves closer to expanding district boundariesA judge has already signed off on adjusting the boundary lines between the two......
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Cameron Park has become a known dumping ground for animals in Waco, according to local residents and one animal advocate says the city needs to do more to address the growing stray dog problem.WATCH HERE: Waco animal advocate pushes city to address stray dog crisisKen Willits, a....
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The Navasota Examiner journalists are more than reporters they're neighborsWatch the full story here: The Navasota Examiner leaders are more than reporters or publishers they're neighborsAlong Railroad Street, the Navasota Examiner has served its community since 1894. For the......
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Elm Mott, Tx (FOX 44) - McLennan County deputies have arrested a 33-year-old man on felony charges in connection with the stabbing of a dog at an Elm Mott home. A McLennan County Sheriff's Office deputy was sent to the 400 block of Forest Avenue in Elm Mott on Saturday over what....
