DOJ Sues TX Over Abortion Bill + Campaign Launched Against Prop A

Austin TX

09 September, 2021

8:37 PM

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Happy Friday, neighbors! I'm your host (and editor) Meagan Falcon. As we get ready for the upcoming weekend, let's get you caught up on everything you need to know about the news and what's happening around town. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Austin? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 93 Low: 66. What can we expect this weekend: National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio expects hot and dry conditions are expected through Saturday. The weather service reports dry air is allowing for slightly more pleasant evening and overnight conditions. Humidity and rain chances return Sunday through the middle of next week. As we mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11 this weekend, here are a few events you can attend in the Austin Metro. Where To Honor, Remember Victims On 9/11 In Austin Metro Here are the top stories in Austin today: The U.S. Justice Department is officially suing Texas over its newly enacted Abortion Bill, which took effect last week. Here's what you need to know. (Austin Patch) A new opposition campaign was launched Thursday to 'expose the truth' about Austin's Prop A. (KVUE.com)Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 20 into law on Thursday, which protects Texans from wrongful censorship on social media platforms. (Office of the Texas Governor) Singer-songwriter Zach Bryan will headline Longhorn City Limits as part of the Texas Football versus Texas Tech game-day experience on September 25. (TexasSports.com) Austin's iconic The Driskill hotel recently renovated 14 of its guest suites on the historic side of the hotel. See what these rooms like now. (Spectrum News) Need to get tested for COVID-19? Here are some places you can go in Austin. (Austin American-Statesman) Today's Austin Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Austin! Today in Austin: Lively Foundation Fundraiser. (11 a.m.) Casino Night Out for Reset Mentoring. (6:30 p.m.) Spicewood Blues Connection. (7 p.m.) Breland w/ Ashley Cooke at the Parish 9/10. (8 p.m.) Night Drive at Empire Garage 9/10. (9 p.m.) Austin Patch Notebook KUT Austin: "Breaking: Attorney General Merrick Garland said the state's new law banning abortions after about six weeks is "clearly unconstitutional." via NPR" (Facebook) Austin PBS: "Tonight on Austin City Limits: Enjoy the roadhouse rock of legendary Texas songwriter Ray Wylie Hubbard. The veteran troubadour plays favorites and songs from his collaborative album Co-starring. Episode available to stream now." (Facebook) Variety Texas: "Have you met Leslie? She's our Banana Ball Python at #peaceablekingdombyvariety. They are called Ball Pythons because they roll themselves into a tight ball with the head tucked inside the coils when they feel threatened. (Same, Leslie. ..." (Facebook) PCL and the UT Libraries: "Barbara Immroth has been a great friend and advocate of libraries, both broadly and at UT, especially in her support of the Libraries' extensive youth collections." (Facebook) Austin ISD: "Do you know an Austin ISD staff member who went the extra mile? Submit them for a RAVE. We can't wait to hear about some of our employee's awesome deeds. #AISDProud #AISDCares https://www.austinisd.org/hr/customer-service/rave" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Second Saturday Divorce Workshop (September 11) Add your event Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update! If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. Your friendly neighborhood journalist, Meagan Falcon Meagan covers local news for Patch in downtown Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander and Pflugerville. About Meagan: I was born and raised in Corpus Christi and spent three years covering breaking news and things to do in South Texas before I moved to the Austin Metro. When I am not reporting the news, I am enjoying a good book, tending to my garden and spending time with my pup. I am a green thumb novice so if y'all have gardening tips, I would love some. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Austin Daily? Email me at [email protected]. I encourage all neighbors to follow me on Twitter @meaganfalcon for live local news coverage. Quote of the day: "Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal." — E. Joseph Cossman