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Fixes to Texas' Crime Victims' Fund take effect following KXAN investigations
SUMMARY: New Texas laws aim to improve the Crime Victims’ Compensation Fund (CVC), following KXAN investigations that revealed delays, backlogs, and high turnover in helping violent crime victims get reimbursements. The fund, run by the Texas Attorney General, provides financial aid for medical and therapy expenses mainly from federal grants and court fees. Victims like Terry Reager experienced long waits—over a year-and-a-half—to receive aid, despite severe trauma. Recent legislative changes include setting a 90-day goal for payments, emergency payments for urgent cases, and separating data to increase transparency. While wait times are improving, some victims remain skeptical but hopeful for faster, more efficient processing.
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A statistical recap of Meteorological Summer
SUMMARY: Meteorological summer 2025 in Central Texas, spanning June 1 to August 31, ended with a mean temperature of 85.3°F, slightly above normal and tied for the 25th warmest on record. June was warmer (+1.8°F) and drier (0.85″ rain), July cooler (-1.8°F) but much wetter (6.08″ rain) due to significant flooding, and August hotter (+0.5°F) with below-normal rainfall (1.16″). Sixteen days reached 100°F or higher, mostly in late July and August. Total summer rainfall was 8.08″, just below normal. The upcoming fall forecast anticipates average temperatures around 71.1°F and 10.28″ precipitation, consistent with a La Niña watch.
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This is why Steve Sarkisian loves to coach the Texas Longhorns
SUMMARY: Texas head football coach Steve Sarkisian, in an in-depth interview with KXAN, shared his deep passion for coaching, emphasizing the joy beyond Xs and Os. He cherishes moments like his pregame video calls with aging parents, highlighting family importance. Sarkisian’s journey includes overcoming past struggles with alcohol, revitalizing his career through support from figures like Nick Saban, and achieving success at Alabama and Texas. He values recruiting, player development, and coaching impact beyond wins. Now in his fifth year at Texas with a contract through 2031, Sarkisian feels he’s at a career peak and is committed to staying at Texas long-term.
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Benefit show held for Dallas comedian killed in hit-and-run
SUMMARY: A benefit show was held at the Sharks Comedy Club in downtown Dallas to honor 29-year-old comedian Henry Cruz, who was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident last weekend. Cruz, a local stand-up comic with over two years of professional experience, was struck while walking with friends near the I-75 and 45 freeway ramp. The suspect, driving a dark car, remains unidentified. Friends and fellow comedians gathered to celebrate Henry’s life, sharing laughter and memories despite their grief. His best friend, Angel Hernandez, emphasized Henry’s fearless spirit and kindness, vowing to keep pushing forward in his legacy.
They say laughter is the best medicine, and Saturday night, folks in the North Texas comedy scene were not only looking to heal, but also raise some money.
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