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Texas Longhorns In The NFL: Bijan Robinson Has Career Day For Atlanta Falcons

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October 13, 2024

Texas Longhorns In The NFL: Bijan Robinson Has Career Day For Atlanta Falcons

Week 6 of the NFL season has almost concluded and a lot of former Texas Longhorn players played an impact for their team this Sunday.

Starting with the London game Sunday morning against the Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars. Bears running back Roschon Johnson didn’t do much on the ground with only eight yards on five touches, but he did have 25 yards through the air on two receptions in the 35-16 victory.

In the Cleveland Browns 20-16 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, running back D’Onta Foreman had the most carries (10) for Cleveland that resulted in 31 yards. Foreman also added 16 yards through two receptions.

Texas kicker legend Justin Tucker had a great showing in the Baltimore Ravens’ big 30-23 win over the Washington Commanders. Tucker was successful in all three field goals he took with the longest being 45 yards to go with three extra-pointers.

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker also had a great game in the 23-16 win against the Denver Broncos. Dicker also hit all three of his field goals with the longest being 46 yards to go with two extra-pointers.

Before we get to Bijan Robinson, another former Longhorn in the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons game showed through. Panthers tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders finished with 49 yards on five receptions, but it wasn’t enough against Robinson and the Falcons.

Robinson helped the Falcons win 38-20 with 95 yards on the ground on 15 carries to go with a season-high two touchdowns each in the first half. Robinson also added 10 yards in the air off three receptions.

Switching to the defense, New Orleans Saints linebacker Jaylon Ford recorded two tackles, the first’s in his NFL career in the 51-27 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Texas pairing off defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat and defensive back Quandre Diggs almost got the Tennessee Titans a win against the Indianapolis Colts. Sweat recorded 3 tackles and Diggs got six in the 20-17 loss.

Defensive backs P.J. Locke and Brandon Jones once again headlined the Denver Broncos defense. Jones recorded a season-high and a team-high 12 tackles and a pass deflection and Locke had seven tackles in the 23-16 loss against the Chargers.

Defensive tackle Malcolm Roach also had four tackles and a pass deflection for the Broncos.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown had four tackles in the 47-9 ugly defeat against the Detroit Lions.

And lastly, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back DeShon Elliot tied for second on the defense for tackles with six in the 32-13 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Unfortunately, no Longhorns will be playing in Monday Night Football, but Sunday Night will feature one Longhorn with defensive back Joesph Ossai for the Cincinnati Bengals against the New York Giants. That game will start at 7:20 on NBC.

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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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