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LIST: Top 10 ‘best value’ colleges, universities in Texas

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A recent study ranked colleges and universities in Texas based on their overall value.SmartAsset said it compared schools based on a variety of financial factors and data sets, which included starting salary, tuition, living expenses, student retention rate and scholarships awarded. Overall, in Texas, colleges and universities averaged $6,875 in scholarships and grants, with an average tuition of $17,298. The medium starting salary was at $53,769.No. 1 – Rice UniversityOf all the private universities in Texas, Rice University in Houston was one of two schools to break the top 10.Avg. Scholarships and Grants: $46,239Median Starting Salary: $77,900Tuition: $55,873Student Living Costs: $21,004Nationally, Rice University Ranked No. 9, according to the study.No. 2 – The University of Texas at AustinAvg. Scholarships and Grants: $11,892Median Starting Salary: $65,900Tuition: $12,520Student Living Costs: $18,757No. 3 – University of HoustonAvg. Scholarships and Grants:...

Justin Jefferson helps Vikings get some swagger back in 21-13 win over Panthers

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In a game the Vikings absolutely had to win on Sunday afternoon, star receiver Justin Jefferson put the team on his back.He finished with six catches for 85 yards and a pair of touchdowns for the Vikings in a 21-13 victory over the Carolina Panthers.That included an exclamation point from Jefferson during which he channeled his inner Randy Moss to help the Vikings create the separation they so desperately needed. After hauling in a jump-ball pass in the end zone, Jefferson slowly lowered a flat palm to the turf, letting the world know that cornerback D’Shawn Jamison was too small to cover him.Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson catches a touchdown pass against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in...

PHOTOS: Denver Broncos get comeback win over Chicago Bears in NFL Week 4

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

The Denver Broncos took on the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023. The Broncos came back to win 31-28 over the Bears.Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | Heroes and Zeros from Broncos’ win over Bears: Nik Bonitto gets opportunity and delivers for defense Denver Broncos | Broncos four downs: Over two quarters, QB Russell Wilson and Vance Joseph’s much-maligned defense saved Denver’s season Denver Broncos | How it Happened: Broncos win first game of Sean Payton era with huge fourth-quarter comeback over Bears Denver Broncos | Broncos run game has shown flashes with Javonte Williams and Samaje Perine. Now it’s time for some consistency. Denver Broncos | Broncos have three players ruled out for Sunday’s game against Bears; Justin Simmons is questionable

1 dead in fatal shooting near Lakewood RTD station

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

Lakewood police are investigating a fatal Saturday morning shooting near an RTD station that left one person dead.Just before noon on Saturday, officers responded to reports of a shooting near the Lakewood-Wadsworth RTD station, at West 13th Avenue and Yukon Street, according to a Saturday news release from the Lakewood Police Department.When officers arrived on scene, they found one victim with a gunshot wound.Paramedics transported the unidentified victim to the hospital, where they later died from their injuries, police said in a Sunday update on X. The victim will be identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.The shooting is believed to be an isolated incident with no further threat to the public, police stated. The investigation is still active, and police have a suspect in custody.Update: Unfortunately, the victim did not survive. The suspect in this shooting is in police custody. This was believed to be an isolated incident with no further threat to the public....

Heroes and Zeros from Broncos’ win over Bears: Nik Bonitto gets opportunity and delivers for defense

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

Here are the heroes and zeros from the Broncos’ 31-28 win over the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on Sunday afternoon.HeroesNik Bonitto: The Broncos’ second-year outside linebacker got the start over Randy Gregory and delivered. Denver trailed 28-21 in the fourth quarter when Bonitto burst into the backfield and jarred the ball loose from Bears quarterback Justin Fields, which outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper scooped up and ran 35 yards for the game-tying touchdown with 6:55 left. Bonitto had four tackles (two for loss) and 2 ½ sacks. The Oklahoma product has tremendous speed off the edge, and it was evident Sunday. His only flaw was getting his ankles snatched by Fields before completing a 2-yard touchdown pass to take a 28-7 with 4:11 left in the third quarter. But let’s be real, defending Fields in open space is like guarding Kyrie Irving one-on-one.Jaleel McLaughlin: The Broncos might have found a gem in the undrafted rookie running back. McLaughlin was a spark plu...

Broncos four downs: Over 20 minutes, QB Russell Wilson and Vance Joseph’s much-maligned defense save Denver’s season

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

Initial thoughts from Broncos’ 31-28 come-from-behind victory over the Chicago Bears in Week 4 at Soldier Field:Jeudy. Jeudy? Jeudy!: Remember when Jerry Jeudy had flames shooting off him at the end of last season? Where did that guy go? And why hasn’t offensive wizard Sean Payton been able to unearth him? Jeudy made a textbook all-hands grab on a first-quarter slant that went for 18 yards, part of an impressive 11-play, 84-yard opening drive that ended with Jaleel McLaughlin plunging into the end zone. The number of first-half targets for Jeudy after that? Zip. Nada. Zilch. Zero. Then he opened the second half with a drop, but had two catches for 34 yards during Denver’s torrid rally. Jeudy’s totals through three games: 8 targets, 12 receptions, 106 yards. More is needed.No Justin Simmons, lots of problems: Two games in a row, the Broncos secondary was without safety Justin Simmons. Two games in a row, they got absolutely roasted by an opposing quarterback putting...

Man found shot to death in car at Aurora apartment complex

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

Aurora officers are investigating a fatal shooting that happened early Sunday morning, leaving one man dead.Just before 5 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex in the Lyn Knoll neighborhood, according to a Sunday news release from the Aurora Police Department.#APDAlert Officers are investigating a fatal shooting that happened early this morning in the 500 block of Potomac Street.When officers arrived, they found a deceased adult male in the drivers seat of a car with gunshot wounds.We do not have suspect information or a motive at… pic.twitter.com/4Zfc0pNiq4— Aurora Police Dept (@AuroraPD) October 1, 2023When officers arrived at the scene, they found a 23-year-old man dead in the driver’s seat of a blue 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, the news release stated.According to the release, the unidentified victim had multiple gunshot wounds and police found numerous bullet holes in the driver’s side window. The victim’s identity will be ...

Catalina officials propose bold deer mitigation plan amid uncontrolled population growth; residents voice concern 

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

The mule deer population is taking a toll on the ecosystem on Catalina Island, and officials have proposed a bold new plan to help save the island’s native animal and plant species. According to the Los Angeles Times, a plan put forward by the Catalina Island Conservancy that would use “helicopter-mounted sharpshooters” to kill the invasive deer has prompted some backlash.However, the group believes there’s no other choice. “The situation has become untenable for the deer and for the island’s ecology, leaving the island at a tipping point,” reads a statement on the Catalina Island Conservancy website. “After consulting with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, it has been determined that a strategic deer management program is required to implement the overall plan to revive the island’s ecosystem.” The deer are destroying native plants and habitats by trampling and destroying native plants and habitats, and due to them not having a natural predator, their population grew ...

Fire in a Crockett home leaves one dead

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

A fire at a home in Crockett left one person dead, the Crockett-Carquinez Fire Department said on Sunday.The fire was reported just after 7 a.m. Sunday. Dispatchers received reports of heavy smoke and flames pouring from a home on Lillian Street. The fire was concentrated in the bottom story of the home, authorities said.The cause of the fire — which was contained just before 8 a.m. — remains unclear. The victim has not been publicly identified.

Newsom vetoes bill to give striking workers unemployment benefits

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:57:59 GMT

Days after President Joe Biden joined a picket line of striking autoworkers in Michigan in an unprecedented public display of support, Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have given unemployment benefits to striking workers in California — a blow to organized labor in a state that typically embraces it.“Now is not the time to increase costs or incur this sizable debt,” said Newsom in his veto statement over the weekend.Senate Bill 799 was backed by the Writers Guild of America, which recently reached a deal to end a months-long strike, and SAG-AFTRA, the union representing thousands of Hollywood actors that have been striking since July. And the veto comes as workers in fields from health care to hospitality increasingly turn to strikes in a bid to secure better wages and working conditions.And while the move leaves labor leaders frustrated with the governor, that’s a political calculation Newsom — who is widely expected to seek office beyond deep blue Calif...