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New student housing complex planned near Baylor
Dozers Tuesday were demolishing an aging apartment complex and a handful of old houses to build a multimillion-dollar student housing community that includes a seven-story parking garage.
Seniors' pets treated to free health care day
The Animal Birth Control Clinic serviced 18 pets, providing free vaccinations, flea treatments, heart worm prevention and spay/neuter surgeries as needed.
Midway committee suggests $34.5M bond issue
A tablet device for every student, new buses, a fine arts addition at the high school and an indoor practice facility at the high school are just a few of the projects that some community members are suggesting the Midway Independent School District pursu
Connally marches into regional after knocking out Robinson, 56-50
Similar to the barnburners in the teams’ first two meetings, Robinson and Connally locked up in another fabulous back-and-forth ball game decided in the fourth quarter.
Bears need strong finish, beginning with West Virginia
Saturated by media, it’s hard for the Baylor basketball players to turn their eyes from watching NCAA tournament projections.
Sports
Robinson coach: Connally showdown will be 'a war'

The District 17-3A rivals will take to the court at 7 p.m. with a trip to the Region III tournament on the line.
Griner gets in foul trouble, Lady Bears romp OU anyway, 86-64
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Although she had to sit in the last part of the first half, Brittney Griner led the cavalry to Baylor’s rescue.
Baylor adds FCS foe Wofford to schedule, replacing SMU

The Bears will open the season Aug. 31 against Wofford, a Football Championship Subdivision school from Spartanburg, S.C.
Today's top headlines
Mount Carmel timeline
Mother, her 2 adult children charged in theft from store
Autopsy under way for toddler who fell into Falls County pond
Man wearing ski mask robs Sonic eatery
Sequester's effect on Waco unclear
Letters to the Editor 2-28-13
4 Waco firefighters to be honored for rescue attempts
Waco area economic index: Economy pulling out of recession, shows signs of growth, report says
Getting it right
Killeen man setnenced to 40 years in sex trafficking business near Fort Hood
A silent anniversary: No public memorials, ceremonies mark Mount Carmel saga
Waco news briefs: Feb. 28, 2013


Dancing with the Stars of Waco: Feb. 22, 2013
Dancing action galore! More photos coming later — check back at WacoTrib.com.
Central Library grand reopening in downtown Waco: Feb. 23, 2013
The big ribbon-cutting and family fun.
'Riding for Piper' trike-a-thon fundraiser: Feb. 22, 2013
Parkview Christian Child Care Center helps out one of its own. > Read story
National Signing Day 2013
Scenes from Waco high school athletes as they sign college letters of intent.
Waco Center for Youth dinner and style show: Feb. 11, 2013
Styles and smiles at the Roosevelt Ballroom.
Hillcrest History Gallery opening: Feb. 19, 2013
The old Hillcrest campus unveils memorabilia from its 93-year history.
Harlem Shake at Baylor: Feb. 15, 2013
Dancers gather at Judge Baylor's statue on campus to duplicate an Internet meme.
Home Products Show in Waco: Feb. 9-10, 2013
Families check out the best in houses, home improvement.
Immersed in Ink Tattoo & Arts Festival: Feb. 9-10, 2013
Ink enthusiasts gather at the Waco Convention Center.
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