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BCSO says growth in Somerset and Von Ormy leads to increase in crashes, crime

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-12-05 01:44:48

SUMMARY: A community meeting held by the Bear County Sheriff’s Office addressed rising crime and traffic issues along Highway 16 in the Von Ormy area. Residents expressed concerns over increased domestic violence, with 80 calls reported in 2024 by October, surpassing previous years’ averages. Homicides have also exceeded 2022 totals, many related to domestic violence. Traffic accidents have surged, with around 400 incidents, including nine fatalities since 2021. Distracted driving and inadequate safety infrastructure are key causes. Proposed safety measures include rumble strips and overhead flashers, estimated to cost $115,000 and $350,000, respectively.

Residents living in Somerset and Von Ormy know their areas along State Highway 16 are growing. However, with the growth, officials said crime is on the rise in both communities.

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Man gets 72 years in prison for murdering Duchess of York’s former assistant in Dallas

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January 24, 2025

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2025-01-24 21:44:23


SUMMARY: James Michael Patrick was sentenced to 72 years in prison for the brutal murder of his wife, Janine Chapman. During the sentencing, Janine’s sister expressed profound anger and a desire for Patrick to suffer for his actions. Janine, who had a distinguished career including work for the Duchess of York, was found dead in her Dallas apartment after being unresponsive for days. Patrick exhibited no remorse during the trial and was arrested after seeking treatment for a substance reaction. Family members delivered impactful statements, urging others to recognize the signs of domestic abuse and emphasizing the importance of speaking out.

Jenean Chapman’s family said she was an accomplished woman who once worked for Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York.

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Faith and food: How an east Austin woman is fighting food insecurity

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January 24, 2025

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www.kxan.com – Gracie Kirschner – 2025-01-24 16:50:00

SUMMARY: Jeannette Valdez Duran, once homeless in north Austin, was inspired by a store manager’s kindness to start helping others. She founded Mobile Blessings from the Heart, a nonprofit that distributes donated food to local families. Initially operating from her parents’ yard, her efforts now serve about 200 families every weekend with help from partners like Trader Joe’s and the Central Texas Food Bank. Duran’s goal is to expand, seeking a building and a truck to make her operation mobile, bringing food directly to senior communities and schools. Her work is driven by faith and community support.

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REPORT: Austin metro leads in rent affordability improvement in US

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January 24, 2025

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www.kxan.com – Kelsey Thompson – 2025-01-24 10:40:00

SUMMARY: A Redfin analysis reveals that the Austin metro saw significant rent affordability improvements from December 2023 to December 2024. The income required to afford the median rent decreased by over 16%, from $66,600 to $55,760. As of December 2024, the median asking rent in Austin is $1,394, with an estimated median renter income of $69,781. Other affordable metros include Houston and Dallas, while high-cost areas like New York and San Diego remain the least affordable. Nationally, renters need to earn about $63,680 to afford the typical U.S. apartment rent of $1,592.

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