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Greetings Austin! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • APD details what led to a deadly shooting in East Austin.
  • Want to unwind Friday night with paint, wine, and new friends?
  • Why UT Austin workers are protesting new core curriculum changes

Also on today's calendar: The Triangle Food and Artisan Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 94 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 99, low: 74.
  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 17-year-old faces murder charge after fatal shooting in East Austin (kvue.com) — A 17-year-old has been charged with murder after a man was fatally shot early Wednesday at an apartment complex on Springdale Road in East Austin. Austin police say the incident followed a domestic dispute involving the suspect, the victim, and a resident, and they're asking anyone with additional information to contact APD or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
   

2. Friday night painting Vino al Arte inspired by Marcelle Cahn (do512.com) — A bilingual Friday night painting session is happening at 8:30 p.m. at ArtEstudio, 5813 S 1st St in South Austin, where you can recreate works inspired by Marcelle Cahn while enjoying your own drinks and snacks. Sessions are beginner-friendly, held weekly, and require advance reservation online or by text so organizers can plan space and seating.
   

3. UT workers rally over academic freedom, curriculum changes (kvue.com) — UT Austin faculty and staff rallied near campus Friday to protest curriculum changes they say threaten academic freedom and reduce resources for programs like Women's and Gender Studies. Organizers argue new core requirements will limit student access to these courses, while the university says many classes were retained after a review and current students' graduation paths remain unchanged.
   

4. Austin-funded immigration programs meet city's expectations amid contract increase (kxan.com) — Austin City Council has renewed and increased two contracts with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, dedicating about $2.6 million to immigration legal services and filing fee assistance through next September. City staff say the programs meet performance expectations and serve a clear community need, helping hundreds of local immigrants who struggle with legal costs and fear of accessing services.
   

5. Another Reason Austin Is Booming? Abundant Housing (nationalreview.com) — Austin's recent housing boom is reshaping what it costs to live here, with rents dropping from pandemic highs and home prices falling sharply as the city permits far more construction than most major metros. The piece explains how zoning changes, streamlined permitting, and a mix of housing types have made Austin more affordable than the national average, and what that means for current and future residents.
   

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