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Waco gang members sentenced to prison for various crimes, eligible for parole in 7 1/2 years after plea deal
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Two men identified by police as Waco gang members were sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to dealing drugs and other crimes. Judge Thomas West of Waco’s 19th State District Court sentenced Omarion Haynes, 21, and Damondre Maurice Williams, 24, after approving their plea agreements with the McLennan County District Attorney’s Office.
Baylor Lands 2025 Four-Star WR Jacorey Watson
Jacorey Watson, a 2025 wide receiver from Shadow Creek High School in Pearland, Texas, announced his commitment to the Baylor Bears on Tuesday afternoon. Watson, listed at 5-foot-10, 175 pounds, is a four-star prospect and ranks as the No. 118 overall player in the country and No. 23 WR in the 2025 class, according to Rivals.
Baylor Athletics Shines with 96 Spring Academic All-Big 12 Honors
IRVING, Texas – A total of 96 Baylor student-athletes were named to the 2024 Spring Academic All-Big 12 Teams, as announced by the conference office on Tuesday. The Spring Academic All-Big 12 Teams recognize the academic accomplishments of student-athletes at Conference institutions that participate in spring sports. A total of 76 Bears earned first-team honors, including 11 with a perfect 4.00 grade point average, while another 20 picked up second-team praise. Of the first- and second-team honors, Acrobatics & Tumbling led the way with 22 honorees, while Women’s Track & Field (18), Baseball (13), Softball (12), Men’s Track & Field…
Big 12 media poll strays away from putting confidence in Baylor, places Bears near cellar
As the calendar settles into July, the Big 12 officially has four new schools looking to find their footing. But for Baylor football, one of the longest-tenured schools in the conference, the goal should be to establish itself as a Big 12 powerhouse and instead, expectations are low. The Bears...
Private pesticide applicator training set for July 17 in Waco
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office in McLennan County will host a private pesticide applicator training course on July 17. The course is from 8 a.m. to noon at the AgriLife Extension office in McLennan County, 4224 Cobbs Drive, Waco. Registration is $70 and is payable by cash or check during the day of the course. The cost includes all course materials.
Baylor to Honor Miracle on the Brazos Team on Sept. 14
WACO, Texas – Baylor football will honor the 1974 Southwest Conference Championship team during halftime of the Sept. 14 matchup vs. Air Force at McLane Stadium. The Bears will welcome members of the 1974 'Miracle on the Brazos' team for the clash with the Falcons at 6:30 p.m., with the game televised live on FS1 and presented by Premier ER + Urgent Care. The game will also serve as the Baylor Family Weekend and Salute to Service contest.
Waco watering restrictions in effect, except for car washes
Summer is officially here and for Texans that usually marks the start of water restrictions across the state. The city of Waco has a year-round water conservation plan to ensure that the city has enough water in the event of a drought. The plan is updated every five years to address the needs of the community.
Devastating Loss, Beloved Texas Zoo Animal Now Dead
Texas has many activities that are great for all ages to enjoy in the summer time, and just about nothing can top the family fun of going to the zoo. Growing up, you probably never would have thought you would live to see the day where protecting animals in safe environments away from poachers and predators would become so despised by people, but we now live in strange times.
Waco dog park expanding to include food, bar and lounge
WACO, Texas — “This is really a vision of mine to bring our community together,” said the owner of Paw Community, Marlon Jones. Bringing the community together — it’s something the owner of Paw Community in Waco is striving to do. What better what to...
Three-star defensive lineman Jackson Blackwell commits to Baylor
Baylor added a third defensive line prospect to their 2025 recruiting class Monday afternoon when Lorena (Tex.) three-star Jackson Blackwell announced that he'll be joining the Bears. In committing to Baylor, Blackwell chose the program over Arizona, Houston, Kansas State and Texas Tech, all of which he took official visits...
TxDOT Waco District Headquarters: Waco, TX
TxDOT contracted SLA Architects to design a new administration & training facility to be located at the existing Waco District headquarters, 100 South Loop Dr., in Waco, Texas. The property was undeveloped, with many large existing trees to remain. The realignment of I-35 main lanes provides additional acreage to the site that was utilized for this project.
Former Baylor football moms write a playbook for the parents
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Being a parent of an athlete comes with challenges. That’s why two former Baylor football moms wrote a book to help guide parents through the rewarding and tough moments. It’s called a football mom’s playbook. It’s a how-to and what-to-do book for parents of athletes...
Lake Waco parks and campgrounds to remain closed through 4th of July holiday
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Lake Waco is a popular destination for Central Texans celebrating the 4th of July and, unfortunately, two months after severe rainfall and flooding caused its water levels to rise 20 feet above normal, its parks and campgrounds will remain closed to the public over the Independence Day holiday weekend.
Central Texas families reunite with caregivers who helped save their preemies
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Families with babies born extremely sick or premature got a chance to reunite with the hospital caregivers who helped save their lives. Baylor Scott and White in Waco hosted a reunion for families who delivered their babies at the NICU, or neonatal intensive care unit, and hospital staff, at Pecan Bottoms in Cameron Park.
Up-and-coming non-profit seeks to empower women
Waco, TX (FOX 44) — Judy’s Helping Hands provides a safe haven for women who have experienced hardship. It’s a safe space offering a supportive and empowering environment. Angelika Medearis is the CEO Executive Director. She named the facility after her mother, Judy, who passed away at...
Baylor baseball picks up commitments from 3 quality junior college pitchers
In dire need of pitching, Baylor baseball head coach Mitch Thompson has been hot on the trail to acquire quality pitchers who can earn spots in the weekend rotation. The Bears did just that, adding Blinn College right-handed pitchers Lucas Davenport and Jake Kolkhorst and Tyler Junior College right-handed pitcher Grayson Murry.
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