Good morning, Waco.

Two longtime Waco residents (identical twin brothers) celebrated their 80th birthdays with family and friends, marking a cherished milestone for the local community.

During Monday's flooding near Riesel, game wardens Michael Serbanic and Michael Ferguson rescued a driver from his car seconds before it went underwater— the driver later revealed he carried a winning lottery ticket.

McLennan County Sheriff’s Office arrested Akylon Benson, executive director of Waco PED Patrol, for unlawful restraint and bond violations after he live-streamed a confrontation in which he allegedly used decoys and carried a knife—violating his bond conditions.

A McLennan County grand jury indicted a Waco teen on a murder charge Thursday — he fatally shot Keith Cobb II, 34, three months ago.

The Waco-McLennan County Library launched its Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge, and registrations opened on May 1 at its branches and online.

The challenge runs from June 1 to July 31 and lets readers log books in the Beanstack app+ earn badges and prizes as they read throughout the summer.

Waco ISD officials said the late release of 2023 accountability grades did not give them enough time to adjust to new test rules—this change may not show all the hard work of students and staff.

The district is now changing its curriculum and boosting career technical education to better measure its performance.

Officers from the Woodway Public Safety Department cared for an elderly resident's lawn during their lunch break while the homeowner remains in the hospital after a severe medical emergency.

Several officers used their own equipment to trim the grass quickly — they also ensured no snakes were nearby.

Texas Rep. Tom Oliverson’s bill to remove fentanyl test strips from the banned drug list passed the House last month but remains stalled in the Senate with less than four weeks left in the session.

Lawmakers and critics worry that legalizing the strips could encourage drug use & delays may cost lives amid the ongoing fentanyl crisis.

Woodway Public Safety officers spent their unpaid lunch hour clearing overgrown vegetation at the home of an elderly resident — who suffered a severe medical emergency weeks ago — after a complaint was filed about the property.

Officers did not find any snake that was reported to have lunged at a dog.

Infused with Love: A Mother’s Day Sips and Sweets Affair

Afternoon — 407 S 8th St, Waco, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Mother's Day with infused waters, sweet treats, and local shopping.

Latino Night Fundraiser

6-10 p.m. — Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront — Early bird tickets available — Celebrate Latino culture with music, dancing, and fundraising for a great cause.

Badass Texas 10km

6:45-10:45 a.m. — Heritage Square — Registration required — Celebrate a decade of badassery with a challenging 10km run in Waco, Texas.

TOP Senior Expo in Waco, TX

9 AM – 12 PM — Waco Convention Center — Free entry — Discover a wealth of resources and activities tailored for seniors in the heart of Waco.

Bow Wow Bingo

5-9:30 p.m. — Lee Lockwood Library and Museum — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy bingo games, a buffet dinner, and win fabulous prizes to support animals in need.

Wilderness First Aid Training

May 31st - June 1st — 1305 N 15th St, Waco, TX — $285.00 — Gain essential skills for backcountry emergencies and earn your Wilderness First Aid certification.

2025 Baylor Football Camp #1

8 AM - 1 PM — McLane Stadium — $50 per session — Learn football fundamentals from Baylor University coaching staff and receive a camp t-shirt.

XTERRA Cameron Park Trail Run

8 AM – 12 PM — Redwood Shelter — Registration fee applies — Challenge yourself with scenic 21k, 10.5k, and 5k trail runs in stunning Cameron Park.