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Colt McCoy Headlines 12 Texas Longhorns Inducted Into Hall of Honor

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August 21, 2024

Colt McCoy Headlines 12 Texas Longhorns Inducted Into Hall of Honor

Former Texas quarterback Colt McCoy headlines a group for former Longhorns athletes and coaches who will be inducted this year into the Hall of Honor.

In total, 10 former University of Texas student-athletes and two coaches will be inducted this September into the Texas Athletics Hall of Honor. These 12 individuals will be recognized as the Class of 2024 in an induction ceremony on Friday, Sept. 20.

The ceremony will start at 7 p.m. Central in the LBJ Auditorium and Conference Center on the UT campus (2313 Red River St.). Tickets for this year’s Hall of Honor show will be general admission and are available for $25 per person at this link.

Dec 5, 2009; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy (12) hoist the Big 12 championship trophy after a 13-12 victory against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Cowboys Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports / Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

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According to a release issued by the school, McCoy graduated from The University of Texas in December 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management.

A third-round selection by the Cleveland Browns in the 2010 NFL Draft, McCoy played 13 NFL seasons with the Browns (2010-12), San Francisco 49ers (2013), Washington (2014-19), New York Giants (2020) and Arizona Cardinals (2021-22).

That’s second only to Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Bobby Layne’s 15 NFL seasons for a Longhorn quarterback. He played in 57 career games with 36 starts and threw for 7,975 yards and 34 touchdowns, while also rushing for 582 yards and two scores.

McCoy, who continues to be very active in the community while also beginning his post-football career in broadcasting with NBC, was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 2024, Texas High School Football Hall of Fame in 2022, and the Big Country Athletics Hall of Fame in 2015.

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Gov. Abbott to tour South Plains College, discuss Texas Jobs Council

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April 14, 2026

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Gov. Abbott to tour South Plains College, discuss Texas Jobs Council

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Gov. Greg Abbott is scheduled to tour the Automotive Technology and Welding Facility at South Plains College on Tuesday, April 14, and deliver remarks on the creation of the Texas Jobs Council and the state’s investments in career and technical education.

Abbott will be joined by Teamsters Local 988 President Robert Mele, South Plains College President Robin Satterwhite and Texas Association of Community Colleges President and CEO Ray Martinez III.

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Texas AG opens investigation into Austin over APD guidance on ICE warrants

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April 13, 2026

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Texas AG opens investigation into Austin over APD guidance on ICE warrants

AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Attorney General’s Office is launching an investigation into the City of Austin over recent changes to Austin Police Department policy involving immigration enforcement.

A news flash obtained by CBS Austin and sent to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and city council confirms the review focuses on updated guidance for how officers handle administrative ICE warrants.

The investigation comes as the state claims those changes may violate Texas Senate Bill 4, a law banning sanctuary cities in the state.

The policy change follows the addition of more than 700,000 ICE administrative warrants to a national law enforcement database earlier this year. According to the city, the revised policy creates a process for officers who encounter a person with an ICE administrative warrant and allows officers to provide “reasonable or necessary assistance,” while taking into consideration legal constraints and limited police resources.

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City leaders maintain the policy is lawful.

“We believe our general orders are consistent with SB4 and will cooperate with the Attorney General’s investigation,” said the newsflash.

Officials say the changes were designed to provide clearer guidance for officers while balancing public safety priorities and constitutional requirements.

CBS Austin has reached out the Attorney General’s Office for comment.

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KXII 12 wins 10 first place awards at Texas Broadcast News Awards

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April 13, 2026

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KXII 12 wins 10 first place awards at Texas Broadcast News Awards

KXII 12 received 10 first place awards at the Texas Broadcast News Awards by the Texas Association of Broadcasters over the weekend.(KXII)

AUSTIN, Texas (KXII) — KXII 12 received 10 first place awards at the Texas Broadcast News Awards by the Texas Association of Broadcasters over the weekend.

The station won the following awards in the small market division:

•Breaking News

•Investigative Report

•Election Results Coverage

•Sports Special (The Max Blitz)

•Sports Anchor (David Reed)

•Station Photojournalism

•Individual Photojournalism (Drury Vaughan)

•Morning Newscast

•Evening Newscast

•Overall Broadcast Excellence

KXII 12 has been recognized for Overall Broadcast Excellence three times in the past four years. The award is the top station honor in each division.

“This is an incredible honor and a testament to the integrity and hard work of our entire news team,” station vice president & general manager Derek Rogers said. “We’re proud to be recognized for journalism that puts Texoma first, and we’re grateful to our viewers for trusting us to tell the stories that matter most.”

Station news director Matt Griffin said the awards reflect the team’s commitment to the community.

“These awards are a testament to the dedication and professionalism of the team we have at KXII 12,” Griffin said. “They are committed to serving our communities by giving them the quality coverage they deserve every day.”

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