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What's up Austin! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Austin protesters responded after an ICE agent shot a neighbor
  • Could recalled H‑E‑B jalapeños still be in your freezer?
  • Why North Austin neighbors rebuilt a memorial the city painted over

Also on today's calendar: HAAM Day Music Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 98, low: 72.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 97 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Austin protests against ICE resume after agent shoots Venezuelan national (cbsaustin.com) — Protesters returned to the Texas Capitol after an ICE agent shot Wilber Garces Perez at a North Austin intersection, drawing about 100 people demanding changes to immigration enforcement in the city. Demonstrators clashed with police Sunday but remained peaceful Monday, while Austin's police chief and Congressman Lloyd Doggett both urged residents to keep protests nonviolent and focused on change.
   

2. Pico de Gallo and Soup Mix Sold at H-E-B Now Carry FDA's Highest Recall Risk Rating Over Salmonella (medicaldaily.com) — Austin shoppers who bought certain H‑E‑B or NatureBest pico de gallo, diced jalapeños, soup mix, or stuffed mushrooms between July 3 and August 5 should check their fridges and freezers now. The FDA has labeled the jalapeño-linked salmonella recall a highest-risk Class I, and families are urged to discard or return any remaining products and sanitize surfaces, especially if caring for young children or older adults.
   

3. Residents gather for memorial after ICE-involved shooting in North Austin (cbsaustin.com) — North Austin residents gathered at the intersection where an ICE officer recently shot Wilber Garces Perez, rebuilding a memorial the city had painted over and demanding answers about the incident. Neighbors emphasized solidarity with immigrants, condemned violence in their city, and vowed to keep pressure on officials until they feel everyone in Austin is safe regardless of immigration status.
   

4. Man shot by ICE, detained with a bullet still in his back is back in the hospital, attorney says (hawaiinewsnow.com) — A Venezuelan DoorDash driver was shot by an ICE officer in Austin, then moved to a detention center with the bullet still in his back before being returned to the hospital, according to his attorney. Austin leaders, advocates, and members of Congress are demanding independent oversight of ICE use-of-force, while protesters gathered at the Capitol and Mayor Kirk Watson pushes for local police involvement in the investigation.
   

5. LULAC, attorneys demand accountability after ICE shoots Venezuelan man delivering food in Austin (kens5.com) — Immigrant rights groups and attorneys are pressing for congressional oversight and an independent investigation after an ICE officer shot DoorDash driver Wilber Rafael Garces Perez in Austin and transferred him to federal custody. His legal team is challenging his treatment and looming deportation in federal court, seeking medical care, body-camera footage, and a chance to apply for a U visa while local lawmakers prepare to visit him.
   

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Ok Austin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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