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Bellmead man will serve 53-plus years in prison for sexual assault

Jurors in 19th State District Court took about 20 minutes Thursday to convict Karl Mayer on two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency with a child.

An ice cream truck vendor could spend 107 years behind bars for sexually abusing a 4-year-old girl. Jurors in 19th State District Court took about 20 minutes Thursday to convict Karl Mayer on two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child and one count of indecency ...


Mexican drug cartel leader Ignacio 'Nacho' Coronel is considered No. 3 in the organization of fugitive Mexican drug lord Joaquin Chapo Guzman.

Troops kill senior 'capo' of mighty Mexico drug cartel

Soldiers killed a top leader of the Sinaloa cartel in a raid on his posh hideout, dealing the biggest blow yet to Mexico's most powerful drug gang since President Felipe Calderon launched a military offensive against organized crime in 2006.


The 'American Idol' opening for Jennifer Lopez comes with comedian-talk show host Ellen DeGeneres' departure from the show.

J-Lo close to deal for 'American Idol,' source says

Former "Fly Girl" Jennifer Lopez is poised to return to television — this time as a judge on "American Idol." The singer-dancer-actor was close to signing a deal to join Fox TV's hit singing contest, a person familiar with the negotiations said.


Opponents of Arizona's immigration crackdown held protests Thursday despite a judge's ruling that delayed enforcement of most the law.

Arizona sheriff not relenting after ruling on immigration

Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio routinely carries out sweeps to arrest illegal immigrants. The tactics have made him the undisputed poster boy for local immigration enforcement and the anger that so many authorities feel about the issue.


An unidentified woman watches as flames approach her home from a fast-moving wildfire near Palmdale, Calif.

Firefighters attack river of flame northeast of LA

Aircraft and about 500 firefighters attacked a river of flame running through grassy hills northeast of Los Angeles Friday as residents of about 1,000 homes waited to see if the blaze is kept away.


Abneris Santiago's plea comes one day after she apologized to her 12-year-old daughter in a tearful courtroom reunion.

Texas mom changes plea to guilty in starving case

A mother whose three children were found starving after being shut away in a Dallas hotel bathroom has changed her plea to guilty, bringing her trial to a sudden end.

Providence wants to double the number of primary care physicians it employs or has close ties to within three years.
Providence wants to double the number of primary care physicians it employs or has close ties to within three years.

Providence makes push for more primary care clinics

Providence Healthcare Network plans to aggressively expand the number of primary care clinics it has in McLennan County.

Sheryl Davis will maintain her position as Waco ISD assistant superintendent of business and support services.
Sheryl Davis will maintain her position as Waco ISD assistant superintendent of business and support services.

Waco ISD names interim superintendent

Sheryl Davis, head of finances for Waco Independent School District, was named interim superintendent.

Tembo, a 31-year-old African elephant drinks water straight from a shooting hose held by Manda Butler, animal care manager at Cameron Park Zoo.
Tembo, a 31-year-old African elephant drinks water straight from a shooting hose held by Manda Butler, animal care manager at Cameron Park Zoo.

Waco zookeepers keep animals' minds, bodies active in summer heat

On hot summer days, Maharani the tiger and her fellow carnivores at Cameron Park Zoo get special treats - bloodsicles with frozen-in bones and fish flesh.

Waco High’s Oshema Johnson makes a catch in front of Cleburne’s Jose Martinez (10) and teammate Jeremy Collins (left) last season.
Waco High’s Oshema Johnson makes a catch in front of Cleburne’s Jose Martinez (10) and teammate Jeremy Collins (left) last season.

Jason Orts: Memories return as football season begins

A conversation between two area coaches helps mark the unofficial start of football season.

 

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Agave blooms in Waco yard after 12 years

A Waco family's agave plant, also known as the century plant, bloomed for the first time this Easter after 12 years of growth.

Residents of Dustin Drive in Waco were surprised to see a tall, asparagus-like stalk sprout from their neighbor’s front-yard bush.

High school sports column

Jason Orts: Memories return as football season begins

Waco High’s Oshema Johnson makes a catch in front of Cleburne’s Jose Martinez (10) and teammate Jeremy Collins (left) last season.

A conversation between two area coaches helps mark the unofficial start of football season.

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Onlookers watch from outside the fence as a worker from A-1 Demolition knocks down what remains of the old Sanger Avenue School.

Sanger Avenue School torn down: July 26, 2010

The historic Waco elementary school was finally razed after a protracted legal battle.

 

TriWaco triathlon (Part 1): July 25, 2010

Run, swim, bike — extraordinary athletes came to Waco for the big competition.

 

TriWaco triathlon (Part 2): July 25, 2010

From the Suspension Bridge to the Brazos, more scenes from the Waco event.

 
TriWaco triathlon in and around downtown Waco: July 25, 2010

TriWaco triathlon (Part 3): July 25, 2010

Our final batch of fun photos from the Waco triathlon.

 
John Werner hikes the Maroon Bells of the Rocky Mountains

John Werner hikes the Maroon Bells of the Rocky Mountains

Photos from the Trib sportswriter's annual hiking adventure (click here).

 

Brazos Past: Famous Faces in Waco places . . . politics edition

Baylor University has hosted many political luminaries. From this week's Brazos Past.

 

Waco Today | Who's Who: August 2010

See smiling faces at local events from the new issue of Waco Today.

 

Summer in the city: A Waco Today photo essay

Enjoy the Trib photographers' shots of summer from the new Waco Today.

 
Team Sarcoma Be A Superhero 5K, walk and fun run at Indian Spring Park: July 17, 2010

Team Sarcoma Be A Superhero 5K, walk, fun run (Part 1): July 17, 2010

Batman, Superman, Spider-Man and more heroes at Indian Spring Park.

 

Team Sarcoma Be A Superhero 5K, walk, fun run (Part 2): July 17, 2010

More fun photos at Indian Spring Park in downtown Waco.

 
Opening reception for "Eagles on Lake Waco: A Photographic Journey" at Art Center Waco: July 16, 2010

'Eagles on Lake Waco' opening reception: July 16, 2010

Art Center Waco's high-flying new exhibit.

 
Summer Jam 2010 hip-hop/rap concert at the Heart O' Texas Coliseum: July 16, 2010

Summer Jam hip-hop/rap concert (Part 1): June 16, 2010

Waco hosted a hot hip-hop show at the Heart O' Texas Coliseum.

 
Summer Jam 2010 hip-hop/rap concert at the Heart O' Texas Coliseum: July 16, 2010

Summer Jam hip-hop/rap concert (Part 2): June 16, 2010

More photos from the big Waco concert.

 
Richfield High School 30-year reunion at Waco High: July 16, 2010

Richfield High School 30-year reunion: July 16, 2010

Former Rams took a tour of their old school, the current Waco High building.

 
Riesel Fair parade: July 15, 2010

Riesel Fair parade (Part 1): July 15, 2010

Community gathers to kick off the revelry.

 
Riesel Fair parade: July 15, 2010

Riesel Fair parade (Part 2): July 15, 2010

A colorful start to the town's celebration.

 
Riesel Fair parade: July 15, 2010

Riesel Fair parade (Part 3): July 15, 2010

Fun times abound at annual event.

 
Baylor Line Camp at Independence, Texas: July 14, 2010

Baylor Line Camp at Independence, Texas: July 14, 2010 (Part 1)

Students trace roots of university back to 1845 charter.

 
Baylor Line Camp at Independence, Texas: July 14, 2010

Baylor Line Camp at Independence, Texas: July 14, 2010 (Part 2)

University's history comes to life for incoming students.

 
Valley Mills Independence Day parade: July 3, 2010

Valley Mills Independence Day parade (Part 1 of 2): July 3, 2010

Residents salute America at their big celebration.

 

Valley Mills Independence Day parade (Part 2 of 2): July 3, 2010

Town rolls out the red, white and blue to celebrate.

 
One Nation Under God Concert & Fireworks event in Gatesville: July 3, 2010

One Nation Under God Concert & Fireworks event: July 3, 2010

Gatesville held a festive Fourth of July bash.

 
Castle Heights Independence Day parade: July 3, 2010

Castle Heights Fourth of July parade 2010 (Part 1 of 2)

Star-spangled fun at the neighborhood event.

 
Castle Heights Independence Day parade: July 3, 2010

Castle Heights Fourth of July parade 2010 (Part 2 of 2)

More fun photos from the July 4th celebration.

 
Mountainview Independence Day parade: July 3, 2010

Mountainview Fourth of July parade 2010

Patriotic celebrations in the Mountainview neighborhood.

 
 
 

Fourth on the Brazos photos

Fourth on the Brazos at Indian Spring Park in downtown Waco: July 4, 2010

4th on the Brazos (1)

Waco enjoyed music, fireworks and fun at Indian Spring Park.

 
Fourth on the Brazos at Indian Spring Park in downtown Waco: July 4, 2010

4th on the Brazos (2)

Fireworks, Elvis, country music — and more fireworks.

 
Fourth on the Brazos at Indian Spring Park in downtown Waco: July 4, 2010

4th on the Brazos (3)

Check out more pics of Waco relaxing down by the river.

 
Fourth on the Brazos at Indian Spring Park in downtown Waco: July 4, 2010

4th on the Brazos (4)

Our last batch of photos from Waco's July 4th bash.

 
 
 

Photo favorites

Laura Bush book signing at Books-a-Million in Waco: June 28, 2010

Laura Bush book signing: June 28, 2010

The former first lady visited Waco to sign her new book.

 
Cattle Baron's Ball at Highlander Ranch: June 12, 2010

Cattle Baron's Ball: June 12, 2010

Central Texans came out for the American Cancer Society.

 
 
 
 

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