A study says privatizing Cameron Park Zoo could save millions. City officials are taking it slow

The polling place was next to their school. For these first-time voters, the journey took weeks.

High-schoolers at Rapoport Academy spent this fall learning about races and candidates. On Election Day, they learned what it feels like to have a say in their future.

“Blue wave” spares most Waco GOP candidates. But Dems see a more competitive future

Republican candidates hemorrhaged voters here but survived an election that toppled Texas’ top GOP leadership. Democrats won a prized county post and hope to run more candidates in 2028.

First time voters, long lines and creative signs. Election Day scenes from around Waco.

Photos from a historic Election Day across Waco, Texas. Justin Bouye raises his hand when called on during Sam Wood’s high school government class at Rapoport High School. The students cast their votes for the first time at the vote center next door. Jacie Gonzalez walks out after voting the first time during her U.S. […]

Update: Rep. Cook set to become Waco's next state senator

The race pitted Cook, a leading House Republican, against a newcomer from the Fort Worth area. The district includes Waco.

Davis claws back McLennan County seat for Democrats

Davis faced an uphill battle after the all-Republican Commissioners Court redrew the precinct map last year.