FEATURE REPORTING
Carter's Comeback: Former Cowboys QB opens up about battle with addiction
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Former Dallas Cowboys QB Quincy Carter recently celebrated one year of sobriety.
“For the first time in a long time I was able to look in that mirror and smile.”
Carter's road to recovery led him to Austin, where he’s training and mentoring the next generation of quarterbacks. CBS Austin's Jeff Barker has more.
#WillPower: Tigers cherish relationship with local little leaguer​
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After a car accident left him paralyzed from the chest down, Will Allen's goal is to walk again. In the meantime, the 7-year-old little leaguer is inspiring Dripping Spring Baseball with his #WillPower motto and unrelenting positivity.
Hutto QB, UCLA commit Chase Griffin shows off precision passing
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It took just one workout for Hutto quarterback Chase Griffin to impress Chip Kelly and the UCLA Football staff.CBS Austin's Jeff Barker put the star quarterback through one more workout to test his precision as a passer.
Lehman's Mightiest Lobo​
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She competes in one of powerlifting's lightest weight classes, but pound for pound, Amber Saenz is Lehman High School's strongest and most accomplished lifter. While her father battles a rare form of brain cancer, the state champion is lifting more than just record weight.
FLASHBACK: Ron McKelvey, Texas' 1995 "Roster Impostor"
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When Texas last played in the Sugar Bowl in 1995, Bourbon Street was far from the main distraction. On CBS Austin’s Sugar Bowl special, Jeff Barker flashes back to the game headlined by Ron McKelvey, Texas’ 30-year-old “Roster Impostor”.
"Who doesn't love cupcakes?"
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Former Longhorn Football stars Michael Griffin and Brian Orakpo are known best in Texas for their contributions on the 2005 national championship squad. These days, the former Horns are tackling a new love far from the field.
Dallas' Dream: Deaf coach leaves lasting impression at Lake Travis
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Take one look at Dallas Parker's twitter page and his love for Lake Travis jumps off the screen. The 24-year-old assistant coach relishes every opportunity to learn from Hank Carter and his staff. But it's Dallas' quiet, resilient approach that's teaching everyone else a valuable lesson.
Singh's Sweet Swing
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Every step Jus Singh takes on the golf course is an opportunity to show his undying spirit. CBS Austin's Jeff Barker explains how the Special Olympics star used golf to defy a deadly diagnosis.
Pirate Pete: How Benny Schlink became Pearl's unofficial mascot
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Ten years ago Benny Schlink moved to Pearl after his family lost their home during Hurricane Katrina. Our story on how Benny has become Pearl's unofficial mascot, and the police officers that befriended him.
Mann's Decision: 20 years later
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Two decades ago, Marcus Mann gave up a life of fame and fortune in the NBA for the ministry. Since walking away from the game the day before beginning his rookie season with the Warriors, the former Valley State star has held numerous roles impacting lives across Mississippi. Our story on how his love for basketball has reemerged.
Big House Open Mic: Murrah Mustangs
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Fox 40 goes all access with coach Perry Fletcher and the Murrah Mustangs as they look to punch their first ticket to the 6A state title since 2013. Watch our full feature here.