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Grand jury indicts two men for shooting death of local rapper

Grand jury indicts two men for shooting death of local rapper

Two men arrested in Arkansas last month for the murder of a 29-year-old aspiring rapper were indicted by a grand jury Wednesday.

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Trump EPA rolls back Obama rule on coal-fired power plants; foes pledge court challenges

Trump EPA rolls back Obama rule on coal-fired power plants; foes pledge court challenges

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'What we hoped for': 4 charged in downing of jet over Ukraine that killed 298

'What we hoped for': 4 charged in downing of jet over Ukraine that killed 298

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'Credible evidence': UN expert urges probe of Saudi crown prince over journalist's killing

'Credible evidence': UN expert urges probe of Saudi crown prince over journalist's killing

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$10.4 million Magnolia Silos expansion to feature recreation, shopping, relocated church

$10.4 million Magnolia Silos expansion to feature recreation, shopping, relocated church

Magnolia is making its next massive move, with a master plan to bringing new shops and public spaces to a two-block area anchored by its downtown silo attraction.

Photos: Feds announce seizure of more than 16 tons of cocaine at Philadelphia port

Photos: Feds announce seizure of more than 16 tons of cocaine at Philadelphia port

The U.S. attorney's office in Philadelphia announced the massive bust on Twitter on Tuesday afternoon, saying law enforcement agents seized about 16.5 tons of cocaine from a large ship at the Packer Marine Terminal.

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City council weighs incentives for Cinemark complex off I-35, New Road

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City council weighs incentives for Cinemark complex off I-35, New Road

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State education reform to bring Midway raises, per-student boost, tax cut

Woman identifies Olivarez as gunman in 2014 slayings

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Woman identifies Olivarez as gunman in 2014 slayings

Harmony Public Schools raises teacher salaries to start at $50,500 in Waco

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Harmony Public Schools raises teacher salaries to start at $50,500 in Waco

Sweet finishes: New Mexico golfer takes Starburst title; Robinson's Allison second

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Sweet finishes: New Mexico golfer takes Starburst title; Robinson's Allison second

High school notebook: Abbott, Crawford finish in Lone Star Cup top 10

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High school notebook: Abbott, Crawford finish in Lone Star Cup top 10

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Baylor lands pair of football commitments

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$10.4 million Magnolia Silos expansion to feature recreation, shopping, relocated church

$10.4 million Magnolia Silos expansion to feature recreation, shopping, relocated church

Magnolia is making its next massive move, with a master plan to bringing new shops and public spaces to a two-block area anchored by its downtown silo attraction.

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Trump could have tough time meeting his deportation threat

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Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post: Trump administration would have us suddenly believe US intelligence on Iran

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Ascension decision to drop S&W Health Plan raises fear of shrinking options

Ascension decision to drop S&W Health Plan raises fear of shrinking options

Judge calls Baylor, law firm on the carpet for not producing evidence

Judge calls Baylor, law firm on the carpet for not producing evidence

Pinewood thriving on vision of coffee, craft beer and community

Pinewood thriving on vision of coffee, craft beer and community

Waco ISD food truck makes summer meal debut; may expand year-round

Waco ISD food truck makes summer meal debut; may expand year-round

Super Centex Baseball Team: Behind father-son duo, Valley Mills Eagles found their wings

Super Centex Baseball Team: Behind father-son duo, Valley Mills Eagles found their wings

Super Centex Softball Team: Dunbar made opponents pay, all the way to a state title

Super Centex Softball Team: Dunbar made opponents pay, all the way to a state title

New Orleans artist shares mural experience with Waco project

New Orleans artist shares mural experience with Waco project

Pedestrian fatality rate in Bellmead remains high as officials consider safety efforts

Pedestrian fatality rate in Bellmead remains high as officials consider safety efforts

Local electric co-ops ink deal for seven solar farms

Local electric co-ops ink deal for seven solar farms

Junior Police Academy gives students inside look at law enforcement work

Junior Police Academy gives students inside look at law enforcement work

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Brazos Nights concert with Charley Crockett, Quaker City Nighthawks, Thomas Csorba: June 14, 2019

Brazos Nights concert with Charley Crockett, Quaker City Nighthawks, Thomas Csorba: June 14, 2019

Juneteenth parade: June 15, 2019

Juneteenth parade: June 15, 2019

“The Aristocats, Kids” at Waco Civic Theatre: June 15, 2019

“The Aristocats, Kids” at Waco Civic Theatre: June 15, 2019

RiverSounds with Waco Jazz Orchestra and MCC Faculty Jazz Band: June 13, 2019

RiverSounds with Waco Jazz Orchestra and MCC Faculty Jazz Band: June 13, 2019

Midsummer Nights with Touch of Grey: June 13, 2019

Midsummer Nights with Touch of Grey: June 13, 2019

Home on the Range at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum: June 8, 2019

Home on the Range at Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum: June 8, 2019

National Night Out movie night in Bellmead: June 8, 2019

National Night Out movie night in Bellmead: June 8, 2019

Be Awesome Now launch party at Waco Athletic Center: June 9, 2019

Be Awesome Now launch party at Waco Athletic Center: June 9, 2019

Riesel Fair Parade: June 6, 2019

Riesel Fair Parade: June 6, 2019

Stilwell Pancake Breakfast: June 8, 2019

Stilwell Pancake Breakfast: June 8, 2019

Midsummer Nights concert with The Morticians: June 5, 2019

Midsummer Nights concert with The Morticians: June 5, 2019

Bowen MusicFest at Touchdown Alley: June 2, 2019

Bowen MusicFest at Touchdown Alley: June 2, 2019

Pints in the Park: May 18, 2019

Pints in the Park: May 18, 2019

Boots on the Brazos, benefiting The Arc of McLennan County: May 18, 2019

Boots on the Brazos, benefiting The Arc of McLennan County: May 18, 2019

Cattle Baron's “Couture for Cancer” Style Show: May 9, 2019

Cattle Baron's “Couture for Cancer” Style Show: May 9, 2019

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Senate panel focuses on missing, slain indigenous women

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Waco Today magazine: Explore Central Texas

Tributes: Remembering Those We've Lost

Tributes: Remembering Those We've Lost

Prestige: Luxury Living in Central Texas

Prestige: Luxury Living in Central Texas

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Honoring Our Veterans: Special section

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33 fun things to do around Waco

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