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Baylor’s Institute for Studies of Religion has joined forces with a Dallas nonprofit, faith-based organization to transform and improve at-risk communities in West Dallas.

Nonprofits aid elderly, disabled in need of heat

Nonprofit organizations in Waco are helping to keep the homes of the elderly and disabled warm, as temperatures dropped substantially.

Wreaths to be placed on graves to honor veterans

Every year in cemeteries across the country, people gather to pay respect to veterans who have died since the founding of the United States. This Christmas, the tradition will continue in Waco.

St. Louis region prepares for Ferguson decision

The St. Louis region is on edge in anticipation of an announcement from the grand jury that is weighing whether to charge police officer Darren Wilson in the killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown.

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UPDATE: Phi Chi admits to hazing, allowed to participate in Pigskin, homecoming parade

Baylor News November 5, 2026

In a statement to The Lariat, Baylor said it received “credible, confidential information” alleging hazing within the fraternity last weekend. Given the seriousness of the allegations and potential violations of state and federal anti-hazing laws, the university issued an immediate cease and desist of all chapter operations.

News

Flames, tradition mark Baylor’s 117th homecoming bonfire

November 7, 2026

Out of sight, not out of mind: Global Health Week unites pre-health students

November 7, 2026

Source alleges hazing within Phi Chi fraternity; Baylor confirms letter sent

November 5, 2026

Baylor students react to Democratic victories in Texas

November 5, 2026

Just In

SLIDESHOW: Baylor vs. Iowa State

Baylor storms back from early 10-point deficit to beat Iowa State 42-31

Sports Take: Bowl-eligible Baylor is the biggest wildcard in Big 12

Flames, tradition mark Baylor’s 117th homecoming bonfire

Out of sight, not out of mind: Global Health Week unites pre-health students

Baylor’s ties program record 21 steals in 109-53 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Sports

Big 12 ends conference championship game after 2026 amid CFP expansion

Featured November 9, 2026

The Big 12 announced Monday that it will no longer hold its football conference championship game after 2026 with the College Football Playoff expanding from 12 teams to 24 starting next year.

Sports Buzz: Baylor takes 6 wins on homecoming weekend

November 9, 2026

Football has been at the center of homecoming since 1909, but Baylor Athletics made the most of the weekend all around, winning six games in five sports.

Rakhmanchik records most kills in 2026 Big 12 match in win over Kansas State

November 8, 2026

Sophomore outside hitter Ksenia Rakhmanchik lit up Kansas State Sunday afternoon, recording the most kills in a Big 12 match this season with 32.

Baylor’s offense comes alive in 112-40 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi

November 8, 2026

Baylor women’s basketball came alive in their 112-40 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Sunday afternoon following a poor shooting performance against Central Arkansas.