CENTRAL TEXAS — Your neighborhood reporters are sharing the biggest stories from communities across Central Texas and the Brazos Valley in 2025.
Waco
Protesters gather outside the courthouse in Waco after a man was arrested by ICE, despite dropped charges
A deep dive into Waco city leader salaries
Sanger Heights neighborhood drops organized Halloween safety measures on popular trick-or-treat street
Bell County
Wrongful death lawsuit dropped against Killeen ISD, continues against Evolv Technology
Dr. King Davis officially named Killeen ISD's permanent superintendent
Bell County approves funding for animal shelter outreach coordinator, amid euthanasia concerns
'Life can change instantly': Killeen Mall shoppers recount chaotic moments after a fatal police chase
Lacy Lakeview
Lacy Lakeview residents attend TCEQ public hearing over proposed concrete batch plant
Neighbors petition against proposed $10 billion data center near Lacy Lakeview
Chase, dog in Lacy Lakeview abuse case, gets new home with police officer
Coryell County
'If this thing goes up, I’m leaving': Copperas Cove residents, businesses weigh in on proposed street fee
'We are done': Coryell County’s proposed 21% tax increase sparks heated debate
Marlin
Timeline of the Marlin water issues over the last year
'Not a crime': Defense unveils new evidence in Marlin animal shelter case
Marlin ISD approves Alphonso Bates as new superintendent after months-long search
Brazos County
'This is their home': Bryan RV Park faces closure after city cites safety violations
Texas A&M removes administrators after viral classroom confrontation; students react
Texas A&M community says final goodbye to beloved mascot Reveille IX
Valley Mills
Former Valley Mills police chief and former officer were recently indicted on a new charge
City of Valley Mills hires new police chief
Grimes County
Parking Pandamonium: Anderson merchants say parallel parking is a roadblock for businesses
30 dogs in Navasota rescued from unsafe conditions in animal hoarding case
Ready for the road: Grimes County welcomes new DPS office
