Waco.
city in and seat of McLennan County, Texas, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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KXXV, a media entity, is an affiliate operating in the state of Texas.Some support3 reports
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Waco is the city seat of McLennan County, Texas.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Development plans in Waco are facing pushback, including an annexation proposal affecting county jurisdiction and concerns over a potential wastewater plant threatening the Brazos River.Well supported5 reports
Earlier this month
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Central Texas College, located in Waco, hosted a tour of its facilities for students, including Robert Russell Johnson.Some support1 report
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An exhibit celebrating the history of the region was held in Waco, Central Texas, honoring Comanche culture.Some support2 reports
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Central Texas Food Bank, based in Austin, serves as the largest food provider for Waco's ministries, while officials review developments in Hood County.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A facility has been opened by the Central Texas Food Bank to serve local families amid rising food insecurity in the Central Texas region.Some support1 report
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Sirens activated in Robinson due to NWS alerts, while the city operates within the Waco system area.Some support1 report
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Trey Oakley is the President and CEO of Methodist Children Home (MCH), which provides services in downtown Waco.Some support1 report
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Flock Safety technology is being utilized in surrounding areas of Waco.Some support1 report
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City facilities in Waco affect residents' access to recreational areas.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Waco Public Transit is operating its city-fixed routes.Some support1 report
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A Waco Hub, associated with Baylor's organization, is operating in the Waco area, which is outside of Austin. Jeremy Everett is the Executive Director.Some support1 report
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A water crisis has caused customers to move from Waco to Pflugerville.Some support1 report
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Huser Brothers have left Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Competing tax rate proposals are affecting shared residents in McLennan County.Some support2 reports
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Police operations are underway in the wider Central Texas region, specifically serving the area of Waco.Some support2 reports
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Local environmental projects in McLennan County, Texas, include joint composting, wastewater treatment collaboration, and litigation over funding cuts.Some support1 report1 development inside
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TXU Energy provided energy aid to residents in Waco and Central Texas.Some support2 reports
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Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.Some support1 report
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Paul Allison led a fundraiser event in Waco on July 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Cornerstone Caregiving is expanding operations within McLennan County and relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.Some support1 report
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Baylor University is situated in the city of Waco.Some support2 reports
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Waco operates within the state of Texas, managing local services and fees.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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The Cliven Bundy case was referenced as a comparative example in relation to events in Waco.Some support1 report
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WalletHub reported on spending trends within the city of Waco.Some support1 report
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Waco, Killeen, and Belton are all cities located within the Central Texas region.Some support2 reports
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Circle Hardware is located in Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Cen-Tex provided Gatorade to workers in Waco, Texas, on June 18.Some support1 report
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Big Red Soda originated in Waco, Texas.Some support1 report
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Waco and Fort Worth are both situated within the state of Texas.Well supported3 reports
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Waco, Corsicana, and Athens are listed in the Central Texas Flood Watch.Some support1 report
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Waco area experienced flooding affecting residents' property.Some support2 reports
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A Flood Watch remains active in Waco, Texas, due to heavy rainfall and runoff.Some support1 report
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A cold front is moving through Central Texas, causing significant flooding in affected areas including Waco.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Christian Hudspeth moved between several cities, including Houston, Waco, and locations in Nevada.Some support1 report
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Graphic Packaging reported results from Atlanta and its Waco recycled paperboard investment is nearing completion.Some support1 report
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Around Waco this week
News at the entities that move Waco most-
L3Harris Technologies StructuralL3Harris Technologies and Karman Holdings Inc. are both defense/industrial companies operating in the defense and space sectors.Moves Waco
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Graphic Packaging StructuralA class action lawsuit was filed against Graphic Packaging in the SDNY.Moves Waco
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Flock Safety OperationalCounty leaders in Fairfax County are reviewing a potential partnership with the surveillance technology company Flock Safety.Moves Waco
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Robinson StructuralRobinson accused Michelle O'Neill of breaking the law during a High Court sitting in Belfast.Moves Waco
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National Weather Service Shared contextOn June 18, 2026, the National Weather Service issued tornado watches and thunderstorm warnings.Moves Waco
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Texas Shared contextMoth range has been confirmed to include both Texas and Central Florida.Moves Waco
Connections
The 40 strongest of 81, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
McLennan County Operational
The county and city maintain an active operational relationship through shared governance, joint programs, and jurisdictional negotiations.
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Royal Moroccan Air Force Structural
Waco serves as the necessary location for L3Harris to conduct maintenance operations for Royal Moroccan Air Force aircraft.
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Brazos River Operational
Waco's urban development and infrastructure projects actively utilize and influence the health of the Brazos River.
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Central Texas Food Bank Structural
The Central Texas Food Bank operates as a primary resource provider serving the food ministries within the Waco community.
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L3Harris Technologies Structural
L3Harris utilizes a facility in Waco for its avionics work.
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Pflugerville Operational
Due to the water crisis, customers were displaced from Waco and sought services or residency in Pflugerville.
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Graphic Packaging Structural
Graphic Packaging is establishing and operating a paperboard production facility in Waco.
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National Weather Service Shared context
The National Weather Service issues watches and warnings that apply to the location of Waco.
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Flock Safety Operational
Waco police rejected Flock Safety's technology proposal for alternative ALPR systems, though A operates in surrounding areas.
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Texas Shared context
Waco is a city geographically located within the state of Texas.
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Austin Shared context
Both cities are noted for sharing regional characteristics and relative geographic positioning within Texas.
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Cliven Bundy Mentioned together
Cliven Bundy's case was used as a comparative example in relation to Waco.
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TXU Energy Structural
TXU Energy provides energy aid services to the community of Waco.
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Tesla Shared context
The company's unveiling event is scheduled to take place in the city of Waco.
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Hood County Shared context
Two co-located entities whose officials interact regarding developments in the shared geographic area.
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Shared context
Waco is a location where the funding decisions and impacts of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board are felt by local colleges.
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Baylor University Shared context
Baylor University is physically situated within the city of Waco.
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Paul Allison Shared context
Paul Allison is leading a fundraiser while operating within the geographical context of Waco.
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Seward County Shared context
The locations are linked contextually as the former residence/birthplace of the main subject, Dick Rhodes.
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Central Texas Shared context
Waco is a city geographically situated within the larger Central Texas region.
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Gen Korean BBQ Shared context
Gen Korean BBQ established a new restaurant location within the city of Waco.
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Hoffman Shared context
Hoffman was a former attorney who practiced in Waco.
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Central Texas College Shared context
Central Texas College is located within the city of Waco.
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Dallas Zoo Shared context
The Dallas Zoo operates within the geographic context of Waco, including the presence of penguins.
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Robinson Structural
The infrastructure entity operates within the geographical boundaries of the Waco system area.
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Neighbors Operational
Neighbors is involved in pushback against city development plans in Waco.
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Greg Abbott Transactional
The Governor visited Waco for a roundtable discussion regarding a specific initiative.
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Gatorade Shared context
Gatorade is being provided to workers in Waco as part of a larger operational chain managed by Cen-Tex.
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Sanders Shared context
The location of Waco serves as the base of operations for Sanders' business interests.
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Ken Paxton Transactional
Paxton's office conducted a plea deal negotiation or case handling in Waco.
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Aldi Shared context
Aldi operates as a retailer within the geographical context of Waco, catering to consumers seeking cost savings.
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WalletHub Shared context
WalletHub reports on spending trends within the geographical context of Waco.
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Harold Alexander Shared context
Harold Alexander is contextually linked to a business in Waco that experienced flood damage.
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Cornerstone Caregiving Shared context
Cornerstone Caregiving is relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.
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KXXV Shared context
The media entity KXXV is based in and operates within the location Waco.
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Houston Shared context
The two cities are linked by the historical movement of an individual.
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Dallas Shared context
The relationship is defined by a geographical context, specifically a travel route connecting the two cities.
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Kerr County Shared context
The available evidence does not establish any relationship or shared context between Waco and Kerr County.
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Austin Shared context
Waco and Austin are co-mentioned as cities sharing characteristics related to resident access to recreation.
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Josh Mentioned together
No evidence found linking Josh to Waco.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
6 events- Central Texas College, located in Waco, hosted a tour of its facilities for students, including Robert Russell Johnson.
- An exhibit celebrating the history of the region was held in Waco, Central Texas, honoring Comanche culture.
- A facility has been opened by the Central Texas Food Bank to serve local families amid rising food insecurity in the Central Texas region.
- Sirens activated in Robinson due to NWS alerts, while the city operates within the Waco system area.
- Trey Oakley is the President and CEO of Methodist Children Home (MCH), which provides services in downtown Waco.
- Flock Safety technology is being utilized in surrounding areas of Waco.
August 2026
6 events- City facilities in Waco affect residents' access to recreational areas.
- Waco Public Transit is operating its city-fixed routes.
- A Waco Hub, associated with Baylor's organization, is operating in the Waco area, which is outside of Austin. Jeremy Everett is the Executive Director.
- A water crisis has caused customers to move from Waco to Pflugerville.
- Huser Brothers have left Waco, Texas.
- Competing tax rate proposals are affecting shared residents in McLennan County.
July 2026
9 events- Development plans in Waco are facing pushback, including an annexation proposal affecting county jurisdiction and concerns over a potential wastewater plant threatening the Brazos River.
- Central Texas Food Bank, based in Austin, serves as the largest food provider for Waco's ministries, while officials review developments in Hood County.
- Police operations are underway in the wider Central Texas region, specifically serving the area of Waco.
- TXU Energy provided energy aid to residents in Waco and Central Texas.
- Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.
- Paul Allison led a fundraiser event in Waco on July 6, 2026.
- Cornerstone Caregiving is expanding operations within McLennan County and relocating its global headquarters to downtown Waco.
- Baylor University is situated in the city of Waco.
- Waco operates within the state of Texas, managing local services and fees.
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June 2026
16 events- KXXV, a media entity, is an affiliate operating in the state of Texas.
- Waco is the city seat of McLennan County, Texas.
- Local environmental projects in McLennan County, Texas, include joint composting, wastewater treatment collaboration, and litigation over funding cuts.
- The Cliven Bundy case was referenced as a comparative example in relation to events in Waco.
- WalletHub reported on spending trends within the city of Waco.
- Waco, Killeen, and Belton are all cities located within the Central Texas region.
- Circle Hardware is located in Waco, Texas.
- Cen-Tex provided Gatorade to workers in Waco, Texas, on June 18.
- Big Red Soda originated in Waco, Texas.
- Waco and Fort Worth are both situated within the state of Texas.
- Waco, Corsicana, and Athens are listed in the Central Texas Flood Watch.
- Waco area experienced flooding affecting residents' property.
- A Flood Watch remains active in Waco, Texas, due to heavy rainfall and runoff.
- A cold front is moving through Central Texas, causing significant flooding in affected areas including Waco.
- Christian Hudspeth moved between several cities, including Houston, Waco, and locations in Nevada.
- Graphic Packaging reported results from Atlanta and its Waco recycled paperboard investment is nearing completion.