Waco Child Survives Septic Shock as Typhus Cases Rise
A 12-year-old Waco athlete survived septic shock after flea-borne typhus led to six days of treatment at McLane Children’s Hospital.
Waco, TX
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Waco weighs cuts to close projected $10.7 million budget gap
Waco officials are considering service-hour cuts, hiring restraints and reduced economic-development funding as they address a projected $10.7 million gap.
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Waco schedules Aug. 18 hearings on three proposed annexations
Waco has scheduled Aug. 18 public hearings on three annexation proposals, giving residents a chance to comment before the City Council takes further action.
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Waco Speegleville Road intersection closure expected through Aug. 8
Waco’s closure at Speegleville Road and Oak Road remains in place during construction, with the expanded intersection closure expected through about Aug. 8.
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McLennan County weighs 6-cent property-tax increase affecting Waco homeowners
A proposed McLennan County rate increase could add about $120 a year in county taxes on a property with $200,000 in taxable value. Hearings are scheduled for August 18 and August 27.
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Waco seeks HUD funds for six affordable homes on Seley Avenue
Waco plans to seek an estimated $251,460.60 in federal funds for six proposed affordable homes at 1811 Seley Avenue in East Waco, but construction and funding are not final.
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Waco Speegleville Road-Oak Road closure expected through Aug. 8
Waco’s Speegleville Road-Oak Road intersection remains closed after a July 27 expansion, with reopening expected around Aug. 8, weather permitting.
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Waco residents can review the city’s 2025 drinking-water report
Waco’s 2025 water report says the city met drinking-water standards, had no E. coli or MCL violations, and reported estimated system water loss of 6.6%.
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Waco Daily Brief: Siren Test, Zoo Arrival, and Spring Break Prep
Waco, TX — February 6, 2026 — Tornado sirens will sound this morning as local attractions prep for spring crowds and Cameron Park Zoo welcomes a rare new resident.
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Waco Police Address Recent Homicides and Campus Safety Concerns
Waco, TX — February 3, 2026 — Waco police chief addresses three homicides in three days and a recent shelter-in-place order at Baylor University campus.
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Waco, TX Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
7:22 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Waco, TX: 19°F (Clear) · Humidity 86% · Wind 0 mph
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Waco, TX — January 31, 2026 — Local News Update
Waco, TX — January 31, 2026 — A winter storm has impacted Waco, leading to street closures and building damages. Residents are advised to report issues and stay updated on closu…
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Waco Police Department Hosts Women in Public Safety Leadership Symposium
Waco, TX — January 30, 2026 — The Waco Police Department is set to host the Women in Public Safety Leadership Symposium in March, aiming to empower women in law enforcement.
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Waco, TX Local News – January 29, 2026
Waco, TX — January 29, 2026 — Waco Family Medicine lays off staff amid financial pressures; new Waco visitor app launched; Waco Police Department hosts blood drive.