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Anderson, 79, was already not running for reelection. He said he’s leaving early to give his successor a chance at more seniority.

The team made a valiant comeback effort, but won't be headed to the Little League World Series

Just days after a boy lost his prosthetic leg in the Gulf of Mexico while on family vacation on Galveston, the community has raised enough money to help buy him a replacement.

Weather forecast for Houston, Texas, live radar, satellite, severe weather alerts, hour by hour and 7 day forecast temperatures and Hurricane tracking from KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.com.

Houston faces a threat of severe weather as a slow-moving cold front advances toward Southeast Texas. The front will bring storms as well as the risk of heavy rainfall, strong winds and tornadoes.

Houston point guard Jamal Shead has been voted by Big 12 coaches as the conference’s player of the year.

RayJ Dennis had 19 points and 10 assists, Jayden Nunn scored 18 points with consecutive fastbreak layups to ignite a key run for No. 15 Baylor and the Bears beat seventh-ranked Kansas 82-74.

Jamal Shead earns Big 12 honor and national recognition after leading Houston to wins over Iowa State and Baylor

With UConn’s loss to Creighton last week, the Cougars were named the new No. 1 team in the Associated Press and coaches poll.

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The transition at the Waco-area school district will shed light on how a democratically elected school board resumes control after a takeover.

Across the state, people are looking for ways to make Texas a better place to live as they tackle hunger, rural “brain drain,” health care obstacles and other impediments.

We will see decreasing cloud cover through the morning, which will bring a gorgeous sunny afternoon.

Sessions is the longest-serving representative running to become U.S. House Speaker. He previously led the House Republican campaign arm through a record-breaking victory, but he still faces a steep battle to secure the gavel.

Jonathon Brooks ran for two touchdowns and No. 3 Texas got a dominant game from its defense to overpower Baylor in a 38-6 win Saturday night to launch the Longhorns into their final Big 12 season.

Texas is 3-0 for the first time since 2012 and enjoying its highest ranking since 2009.

Baylor University has settled a years-long federal lawsuit brought by 15 women who alleged they were sexually assaulted at the nation’s largest Baptist school.

Take a look inside the historic property featured on the famous couple’s “Fixer-Upper” show.

Many Texas residents can opt for a variety of different educational programs that are shorter, more appropriate to their needs and often cost less than a bachelor’s degree.

Lawyers for Donald Trump have asked for a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland as a Justice Department investigation into the former president’s handling of classified documents shows signs of winding down.

Wednesday marks 30 years since the Waco siege that left at least 75 members of the Branch Davidian sect dead.

Houston native and “Good Morning America” co-host Michael Strahan was inducted among several others in Texas Sports Hall of Fame Sunday in Waco.

Trump became the first former U.S. president to face criminal charges, in his case over alleged hush money payments made to an adult film star. Many of his fellow Republicans in Texas lambasted the legal development.

Former President Donald Trump made his first major campaign stop of the 2024 election cycle Saturday night, as people from all over Texas and across the country flocked to Waco in support of the 45th president.

Trump’s first major rally of the 2024 campaign came days after he said he was to be arrested by New York authorities as part of an investigation into alleged hush payments to a former adult film star.

Former President Donald Trump's rally in Waco, Texas, this weekend comes amid the 30th anniversary in the city of the infamous deadly standoff at the Branch Davidians compound.

Former President Donald Trump will be holding the first rally of his 2024 campaign later this month in Waco, Texas.

Mega-brand personalities Joanna and Chip Gaines are celebrating 20 years of their brand Magnolia.

Houston is back at No. 1 in The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll for the second time this season.

Jalen Bridges scored 12 of his 13 points in the second half, and No. 12 Baylor pulled away from Northwestern State in the second half for a 58-48 victory on Tuesday night.

TCU coach Sonny Dykes has a simple response for anyone who questions if the fourth-ranked Horned Frogs really deserve to be in the playoff discussion.

The funds will help expand the Dallas facility into a long-term spinal cord injury treatment center and pay for a new health care facility in El Paso.

The bell ringing across Texas Friday was fit a queen. Several parishes of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas rang bells at noon in Houston, Tyler, Waco and Austin.

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The Texas Department of Transportation’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign is in its 20th year.

Authorities have released the identities of two people who were killed when a plane traveling from Houston to Central, Texas crashed Tuesday afternoon.

Double-digit seeds are leaving their mark on the first weekend of the women’s NCAA Tournament and bouncing some of the top players and teams in the country, including Iowa's Caitlin Clark and Baylor's NaLyssa Smith.

James Akinjo scored 25 points and eighth-ranked Baylor overcame West Virginia 81-77.

Bryce Thompson scored the game’s final six points and finished with 19 as Oklahoma State beat No. 1 Baylor 61-54 on Saturday, giving the Bears consecutive home losses for the first time in nearly six years.

Dick Vitale is taking an extended break from the airwaves to rest his voice.

Baylor remained No. 1 for the third straight week in The Associated Press men's college basketball poll, receiving all 61 first-place votes from a national media panel.

Texans are taking varying levels of precautions as they finish holiday shopping and prepare for Christmas worship services.

Kendall Brown, Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua and Flo Thamba scored 16 points apiece to lead five players in double figures, and No. 1 Baylor beat Alcorn State 94-57.

Highly touted quarterback Spencer Rattler will try to restart his college career with South Carolina in a major acquisition for Gamecocks coach Shane Beamer.

WACO – When Todd Dodge took over Austin Westlake in 2014, the Chaparrals were not the brand of football in the Austin area.

WACO - When it was all said and done Second Baptist School just completed a special season.

WACO - It was an historic day for Fort Bend Christian Academy.

LJ Cryer scored 21 points, and No. 9 Baylor took control early in the second half of an 86-48 victory over Stanford.

There will be an extra sprinkle of magic this holiday season in Waco, Texas.

Ben Sims and Abram Smith had TD runs in the fourth quarter and No. 16 Baylor beat Texas 31-24.

A judge has yet to decide in the state's lawsuit against the district for defying the governor's executive order.

As many Texans know, the summer’s heat tends to linger for a while. So for those who are looking for a place to cool off, there’s a waterpark in Waco, Texas that features an 80-foot waterslide and the world’s longest lazy river.

The report comes after investigations revealed Baylor leaders failed to report allegations of student sexual misconduct and protected football players accused of such behavior.

After making an unofficial visit to the Waco campus on June 16th, DeSoto 2022 safety Devyn Bobby took to Twitter Monday afternoon to announce his commitment to Baylor's football program:

A judge has denied a request to suppress the confession of a woman accused of helping kill and dismember Spc. Vanessa Guillén, who was missing for about two months before her remains were found.

The 2021 Private School Track & Field season is complete and there were some amazing performances in Waco, Houston, and Dallas!

Were you born a Dr Pepper fan by default? Is Dr Pepper your bubbly beverage of choice? Color yourself a carbonated beverage buff? Does a visit to the Dr Pepper Museum rank high on your Texas bucket list? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’ve found you the perfect weekend getaway -- A stunning, 135-year-old Waco home built by one of the men who introduced Dr Pepper to the world is now a rental up for grabs on Airbnb.

The 2021 TAPPS Track & Field State Meet got underway on Friday morning at Midway Stadium in Waco, Texas and the big distances were eye-popping, even record-breaking.

UPDATE: An Amber alert issued for 16-year-old Alejandra Castro has been discontinued. Authorities on Sunday issued an Amber Alert for a teenager reported missing in Waco. Castro is described as a White female weighing 140 pounds and standing 5′5′' with black hair and brown eyes. Castro was last seen wearing glasses, a white crop top, and Aria jacket with a Mexico flag on the back and blue jeans. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is urged to call the Waco Police Department at (254) 750-7596.

3 Baylor, fresh off clinching its first Big 12 title on the road two days earlier, beat No. 17 Oklahoma State 81-70 on Thursday night to end the Cowboys' five-game winning streak. Freshman standout and Big 12 leading scorer Cade Cunningham had 24 points and Kalib Boone 10 for Oklahoma State (17-7, 10-7), whose winning streak was the longest active in the Big 12. That came right after Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe had a dunk for Oklahoma State, prompting a timeout by Baylor coach Scott Drew. ... Oklahoma State was without guard Isaac Likekele (hand) for the fifth time in six games.

Baylor guard Adam Flagler (10) drives the ball against Iowa State guard Tre Jackson (3) in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021, in Waco, Texas. They finally overcame some of the rust and Iowa State for a 77-72 victory Tuesday night that made them 18-0 for the first time in school history. Iowa State (2-17, 0-14) jumped out to a 15-4 lead in less than 6 1/2 minutes on a jumper by Tre Jackson. Teague and Butler combined for the last nine Baylor points. They have been close and led in some of them, including in the second half at home against Baylor in a 76-65 home loss on Jan. 2.

(AP Photo/Chuck Burton)WACO, Texas – This Baylor win was for Davion Mitchell, and the junior guard did his part against his former team. Mitchell swished a 3-pointer after losing a shoe and finished with 13 points and seven assists, helping the Bears stay undefeated with an 84-72 win over Auburn in the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Saturday. “And that’s OK, because Butler, and Teague and Davion Mitchell and Flagler are all really good,” Pearl said. "That conversation down the court, that was pretty cool.”AHEAD TO STAYButler made two free throws with 4:50 left in the first half for a 23-22 Baylor lead. Baylor: Baylor is 7-1 in Big 12/SEC Challenge games, the best record by any team in either league in the annual showdown.

Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) shoots a three-point basket past Kansas guard Marcus Garrett (0) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, in Waco, Texas. Butler had a season-high 30 points and eight assists as the Bears remained undefeated with a 77-69 victory Monday night over No. 9 Kansas, which has lost consecutive Big 12 games for the first time in nearly eight years. “To win the Big 12, we’re going to need all 15 guys, we need everybody, we need the staff. “They were real focused, like we’ve been for every game,” Baylor coach Scott Drew said.

Following its renovation, the home was transformed into a rental property. Marla and David ultimately sold their “Fixer Upper” in 2018. While on the market, the house continues to operate as a rental property and is currently accepting reservations on Airbnb and VRBO. The answer: Location, location location. Whether or not you have any intention of relocating to Waco to fulfill your wildest “Fixer Upper” dreams, you can still enjoy this adorable abode, courtesy of the internet.

HOUSTON – Today was a snow day at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. The athletic departments, students, teachers and staff took to social media to spread the joy of the winter wonderland on the campus. Here are some of the photos and videos from Twitter:

After a year without Chip and Joanna Gaines turned into two because of COVID-19, the Fixer Upper stars returned to the airwaves this week with the soft launch of their new Magnolia Network. There is more of a big city feel to Self Employed, hosted by Fort Worth barbershop owner-turned-entrepreneur Jonathan Morris. The first thing I noticed was that the difference between the shows and the promotional “making of” episodes was jarring. Like Martha and Snoop Dogg, Joanna Gaines and Bun B could have a kitchen throwdown, a Texan analog to Potluck Dinner Party TV Show. In its new format, will Chip and Joanna be able to recapture the 17 million weekly viewers it had at its peak on HGTV?

This looks all too familiar for the TAPPS 3A State Semi-Final volleyball matchup. These two teams were matched up in last year's State Finals up in Waco where NBCA took the win and walked away State Champions. Photo from kylebiedermann.comWith the bracket change, the two teams are now on the same side of the bracket, with the State Semi-Final match slated with the two teams. The State Semi-Final match will actually be played at NBCA, Tuesday, at 6:30pm. For more coverage, follow VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter @VYPEATX) on social media.

WACO, Texas – A Central Texas schoolteacher is jailed under a murder charge in the fatal shooting of her teenage son as she was driving him to his first day at a new school. Sarah Elizabeth Hunt, 39, remained Wednesday in McLennan County Jail in Waco under a $500,000 bond, charged with murdering her 17-year-old son Garrett Hunt. They also found a .40-caliber handgun, a .40-caliber magazine and cartridges on the floorboard and on the ground outside the vehicle, McNamara said. He never had a chance," McNamara told KWTX-TV in Waco. The Hunt family had just moved to the Waco area and Hunt was thought to be taking her son to Riesel High School to enroll.

WACO, Texas – Honky-tonk hero and 81-year-old Outlaw Country legend Billy Joe Shaver died Wednesday after suffering a “massive” stroke in Waco, according to SiriusXM. Rest in peace to Outlaw Country legend Billy Joe Shaver, who has died at the age of 81. https://t.co/jS0fI5IOlH pic.twitter.com/n4eQCsshKF — SiriusXM (@SIRIUSXM) October 28, 2020Shaver was born in Corsicana in 1939 and released his debut album, “Old Five and Dimers Like Me” in 1973. He released his final album in 2014 and continued recording and touring until his death, Rolling Stone wrote. “Billy Joe Shaver might’ve been the only true outlaw whoever made his living writing about the inner workings of his heart. Shaver’s death comes just days after the death of another county legend, Jerry Jeff Walker.

WACO, Texas – Baylor Athletics has suspended all football activities to evaluate recent positive tests for COVID-19 but still hopes to play its next game at home against Oklahoma State next week, the school said Thursday. Baylor reported 10 new cases among athletes across all sports in its most recent update Monday. “We are taking all possible precautions and our focus remains playing the scheduled game with Oklahoma State at McLane Stadium on October 17.”The Bears have already had two games called off over coronavirus issues. Their original opener against Louisiana Tech on Sept. 12 didn't happen because Louisiana Tech had widespread positive tests for COVID-19. Oklahoma State also is off this week.

Greg Abbott on Friday announced he was dedicating $171 million in federal coronavirus relief money to helping renters avoid evictions. Credit: Emree Weaver/The Texas TribuneTexas is using $171 million in federal coronavirus relief funds to provide financial and legal aid to renters facing eviction, Gov. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention earlier this month announced a new nationwide eviction moratorium, that will last until Dec. 31. Similar rent assistance programs have been created by Texas' most populated cities and counties, mostly using CARES Act funding, too. In Houston, the first round of a $15 million rental assistance program was drained in 90 minutes.

WACO, Texas – A historical 19th century Texas estate, described as “one of the most beautiful and historically significant homes in Waco,” has landed on the market for $1.39 million, per a listing from the Houston Association of Realtors website provided by Waco-based real estate agent Adrianna Walker. The one-of-a-kind home, which dates back to 1885, was built by none other than Wade Morrison, founder of Texas-made soft drink Dr Pepper. Its backyard boasts a California-style pool and a cabana with a fireplace, TV and outdoor kitchen. Check out the images below, courtesy of HAR, for a virtual tour inside the grand Lone Star estate:For more information on the home, click here. 1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)1503 Washington Avenue (HAR)What do you think of this historical Waco home?

Texas five major conference football teams Baylor University, Texas Christian University, Texas A&M University, Texas Tech University and the University of Texas at Austin are massive economic drivers for their cities of Waco, Fort Worth, College Station, Lubbock and Austin, respectively, generating a flood of seasonal business for hotels, restaurants and bars in a typical year. Across Texas, university leaders have supported allowing football to move forward if conference division leaders allow it. We want to play football in the fall, said Texas A&M System John Sharp in a statement to The Texas Tribune on Monday. For college towns, its like losing Christmas, Berg said. Disclosure: Baylor University, Sam Houston State University, Texas A&M University, Texas Christian University, Texas Tech University and University of Texas at Austin have been financial supporters of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors.

Here are places every Fixer Upper fan must visit in Waco:1. Magnolia Market at the SilosMagnolia Market at the Silos is an essential stop for Fixer Upper fans. Little Shop on BosqueBefore Fixer Upper, Joanna opened the Little Shop on Bosque which is the original home of Magnolia Market. Stay in a Fixer Upper rentalIf you have ever dreamed of living in a home remodeled by the Gaines now is (kind of) your chance. Check out these Fixer Upper vacation rentals available for booking online.

AUSTIN, Texas A 22-year-old woman accused of helping hide the body of a slain Texas soldier pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges related to the crime. Cecily Aguilar of Killeen, near Fort Hood, entered the pleas Tuesday in federal court in Waco to three conspiracy charges in the death of Army Spc. Vanessa Guilln, 20. A judge denied bond for Aguilar and she will remain in the Bell County Jail in Belton, Texas, while awaiting trial, KCEN TV reports. She said they will continue to build a whistleblower case for the slain soldier and asked anyone with information on Aguilar to come forward.

WACO, Texas – The woman arrested in connection with the disappearance of Fort. Hood soldier, Vanessa Guillen is expected to appear in court Monday. Aaron Robinson, who is believed to have killed Guillen reportedly asked his estranged wife, Aguilar, for help dismembering and attempting to burn Guillen’s body, officials said. According to Aguilar, Robinson killed Guillen “by striking her in the head with a hammer while on Ft. “She was very bold minded.”Aguilar is set to remain in custody after her court appearance.

Greg Abbott announced Thursday morning he is once again putting a stop to elective surgeries to preserve bed space for coronavirus patients but this time the prohibition only applies to Bexar, Dallas, Harris and Travis counties, four areas where the number of patients hospitalized with virus is quickly progressing. On Wednesday, there were 1,320 intensive care unit beds and nearly 13,000 available hospital beds, but with regional disparities. Hospitals and care facilities would then employ their surge plans to build out additional capacity. Some counties could be added to the list if hospitalizations surge in other areas of Texas. That statewide ban lasted about a month before Abbott eased it, allowing hospitals to resume non-essential procedures under certain conditions, as long as 15% of beds were reserved for coronavirus patients.

Under the direction of Coach Tom Earle, The Woodlands Christian Academy won it's fourth-straight Girl's TAPPS Cross Country Title and third-consecutive Boy's Title in late October in Waco. Ellie Catron won her third-straight individual title and Lindsay Worthington took fourth. Fern Shirley was sixth, Isabella Krantzke was 16th and Ellie Johnson rounded out the top five for the Warriors. Ben Shearer finished first overall on the boys' side, demolishing the competition. Can the Warriors keep the tradition going as they move up to Class 5A TAPPS competition?

Under the direction of Coach Tom Earle, The Woodlands Christian Academy won it's fourth-straight Girl's TAPPS Cross Country Title and third-consecutive Boy's Title in late October in Waco. Ellie Catron won her third-straight individual title and Lindsay Worthington took fourth. Fern Shirley was sixth, Isabella Krantzke was 16th and Ellie Johnson rounded out the top five for the Warriors. Ben Shearer finished first overall on the boys' side, demolishing the competition. Can the Warriors keep the tradition going as they move up to Class 5A TAPPS competition?

The NCAA Division I Council on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, approved a plan to allow college basketball players to start working with their coaches for the first time since the pandemic wiped out March Madness. The summer access period for men's and women's players will begin July 20. The summer access period for men's and women's players will begin July 20. The NCAA basketball tournaments were cancelled days before the fields were scheduled to be selected because of the coronavirus outbreak. It will also consider adding more activities for basketball players during the July 1-19 period.

Today, we’re featuring the chocolate treat that’s earned the title of being the best-selling candy bar in America and the world, Snickers. The Mars Wrigley Confectionery Waco plantSnickers bars have been produced at the Mars Wrigley Confectionery plant in Waco since 1976, as well as other popular candies like Skittles and Starbursts. Today, the Texas-based plant produces more Snickers products for U.S. sales than any other Mars Wrigley plant in the country, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald. KWTX reports that over 65% of all Snickers in North America are produced at the Texas facility. Everything is bigger in Texas, including SnickersIn January, the Waco plant secured a spot in the Guinness World of Records after creating a 4,728-pound Snickers bar.

HOUSTON – Police believe the body of a 2-year-old at the center of an Amber Alert has been found. According to KCEN-TV, Waco PD spokesman said search crews found the body of a small child in a dumpster early Tuesday morning. KCEN TV reports that Gonzalez’s mother, Laura Sanchez, led police to the dumpster, according to the Waco Police Department. “We did have a massive response to Cameron park because that’s where the call came in at that’s where the mother told us the child had been. What we know through the investigation at this point the child was never at Cameron park,” Bynum told KCEN TV.

WACO, Texas (AP) — Around 6 a.m. on April 19, 1993, FBI agents moved in to end a 51-day standoff with the Branch Davidian religious sect near Waco, Texas, ramming holes in the group’s compound with armored vehicles and spraying tear gas inside. About six hours later, smoke poured from the compound, which soon was consumed by a massive fire.

The Shotgun House, a one bedroom home featured on the couple’s HGTV hit show, “Fixer Upper,” is up for grabs on Airbnb and it costs just $175 per night. “Anyone who loves the Fixer Upper needs to make the trip to Waco! Nothing about our trip was a disappointment and getting to stay at the Shotgun House made it all the better,” wrote Kimberly, who stayed in November. The location of the Shotgun House makes it the perfect place to stay for a trip to the Silos. The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)

Waco is home to Baylor University, Cameron Park, and, of course, The Silos at Magnolia Market. 2211 Colcord Ave., WacoThis property features two guest rooms in the two-story Georgian house and a separate carriage house suite. 1945 Fort Graham Road, WacoThis peaceful cottage sleeps five and features a fully-equipped kitchen, fireplace, and patio. 2425 Colcord Ave., WacoThis 1913 home feature two fireplaces, tall ceilings, and hardwood floors. 211 Clay Ave., WacoThis modern hotel has all the amenities one could want, from a resort-style pool to a shuttle service to an on-site bistro.

It also attracts lots of “Fixer Upper” fans who are looking for a close getaway or lunch pit stop. Dr Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise InstituteDr. Pepper originated in Waco and serves as the oldest major soft drink in America. The museum celebrates this in the birthplace of Dr Pepper and allows visitors to view the historic Dr. Pepper collection along with showing Dr. Pepper science demonstrations at the liquid laboratory. Fixer Upper' tours“Fixer Upper” and “Fixer Upper: Behind the Design” are popular HGTV shows where Waco natives Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines give client homes complete makeovers. Waco allows a handful of “Fixer Upper” fan tours that will take guests through the rich history of Waco and its sights, along with pointing out some notable “Fixer Upper” spots along the way.

Every Feb. 28, Gary Orchowski receives a handful of emails that are only a few words long.