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2024 Texas high school football highlights: FOX 7 Friday Football Week 9 | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: This week in high school football featured several exciting matchups. Vista Ridge triumphed over Mayor Vista 14-31, with standout performances from JD Jackson and Kaden Arno. Vandergriff dominated Hutto, leading 38-13, while Bastrop defeated Elen 47-19 in a thrilling game. McNeel also made strides toward playoffs by beating Cedar Ridge 46-28. Rouse surprised Leander with an impressive 38-14 lead, and Anderson edged out a close match against a competitive hay team 28-20. Meanwhile, Lake Travis struggled against Westlake, trailing 28-6 as the game neared its end, marking another tough outing for them against their long-time rivals.

High school football is back in Central Texas! Check out all the highlights from FOX 7 Austin’s coverage of Week 9, with matchups like Manor vs Vista Ridge, Hutto vs Vandegrift, Elgin vs Bastrop, Cedar Ridge vs McNeil, and our FOX 7 Game of the Week, Westlake vs Lake Travis.
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Ramon Preciado released from Bexar County Adult Detention Center
SUMMARY: Ramon Preciado, father of Christopher Preciado, who is accused of killing pregnant Savannah Soto, her boyfriend Matthew Guerra, and their unborn child, was released on bond from the Bear County Jail. The murders occurred in December 2023, reportedly due to a drug deal gone wrong. Police say Christopher Preciado shot the couple, while his parents, Ramon and Mi Romano, are accused of helping move the bodies. Ramon faces charges of abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence, with a bond set at $450,000. His wife’s bond status remains unclear, while Christopher remains in jail.

A suspect charged in connection with the shooting deaths of Savanah Soto, 18, and Matthew Guerra, 22, posted bond out of the …
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72-year-old woman said she was attacked in Asiatown parking lot robbery in Houston
SUMMARY: A 72-year-old woman, Kim, was violently robbed in a grocery store parking lot, leading to chipped teeth, bruises, and a deep fear of going out alone. She was attacked by a man who snatched her purse while she was loading groceries into her car. Despite holding on to her purse, she was pushed to the ground, sustaining significant injuries. The assailant stole $200 and her medical insurance card. Kim’s daughter, Chiaa, emphasized the emotional trauma caused by the incident, urging the community to watch out for one another. An investigator has been assigned, but no suspect details are available.

A woman said she was pushed to the ground, and her purse stolen. It happened in the parking lot of a Houston shopping center.
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Students share fears, hopes for safety improvements at University of Houston town hall
SUMMARY: Recent violent crimes at the University of Houston have prompted state legislators to take action. State Representative Jalainda Jones, a UH alum, held an emergency town hall at Emancipation Park, addressing student concerns following incidents, including a recent rape and robbery. Students emphasized the need for increased campus policing and better support systems. Businessman Tillman Fertitta stated the campus wasn’t unsafe, eliciting frustration from students who feel vulnerable, especially at night. Despite a significant budget for safety, many feel the UH Police Department has not effectively implemented preventive measures. Jones’ staff documented concerns to propose solutions to the administration.

Following recent events at the University of Houston, including a rise in campus crimes such as scooter thefts, armed robbery, and a disturbing knifepoint rape, an Emergency Town Hall was held on Friday.
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