Baylor News
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve. He is set to succeed Jerome H. Powell when Powell’s term as chair ends May 15. The nomination is in the Senate for confirmation.
The largest U.S. military operation in the Middle East in decades unfolded as American and Israeli forces struck Iran Saturday, killing its supreme leader and triggering retaliatory strikes from the Gulf to Israel. The White House said the campaign is aimed at dismantling Iran’s military and toppling its government.
Truett Seminary Professor Dr. Kimlyn Bender hosts a book club discussing “Destroyer of the Gods: Early Christian Distinctiveness in the Roman World” by Larry Hurtado, and explores modern Christianity with students every Saturday.
The killing of El Mencho, a Mexican cartel leader, triggered a wave of retaliatory violence across multiple parts of Mexico, drawing attention and raising concerns among students who have ties to the region.
Waco News
By Rylee Seavers | Staff WriterA refugee relief dance and silent auction will be held…
By Thomas Mott | Reporter Baylor students and Waco residents are encouraged to stop by…
By Rylee Seavers | Staff Writer A new Baylor study details the effect that faith-based…
By Megan Rule | Staff Writer The First National Bank of Central Texas exemplified support…
Covid-19
“Since July 1st, Baylor’s campus has had nine positives out of 48 tests,” Stern said. “And in the last month alone, we have had seven positives out of 29 tests, which is almost a 25% positivity rate.”
State News
Trump encouraged voter turnout and touts policy victories, saying, “Pretend I’m on the ballot.” He also announced that if Republicans win the House and Senate, every adult U.S. citizen would receive a $5,000 dividend.

