Suspect At-Large In Austin Homicide + SXSW Fights TX Abortion Ban

Austin TX

30 September, 2021

2:07 PM

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Happy Friday, neighbors! Your host (and editor) Meagan Falcon, here. I hope everyone has a boo-tiful day. As we kickoff the month of October, let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: Cloudy, heavy thunderstorms; humid. High: 84 Low: 68. A more in-depth forecast: While an isolated shower or thunderstorm cannot be ruled out, the majority of the region is expected to stay dry. Our next round of widespread showers and storms is expected to begin Friday evening out west. For more weather updates, visit www.weather.gov/ewx. Here are the top stories today in Austin: Austin police have identified a 30-year-old man as the prime suspect in a Sept. 16 homicide and are seeking the public's help to find him. (Austin Patch)SXSW organizers in Austin are speaking out against restrictive abortion bills rolled out by Texas leadership this month. (Yahoo Entertainment) Looking to get outside this fall? How about stargazing under Hill Country's darkest skies? (Austin American-Statesman) With the return of ACL Fest, Formula 1 and MotoGP, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is advising travelers to expect a busier-than-usual terminal experience. (newsradioklbj.com) Dangerous toxins have been found in parts of Austin's Barton Creek. Officials have learned this can lead to serious health problems. Here's what to know. (KVUE.com) Austin City Council will vote on allocating city resources to assist in challenging the state's abortion ban. (KEYE TV CBS Austin) What's in store for the weekend? Whether it's a lone ranger adventure on the town, a date, a friends day or a fun family day out, we got you covered. Here's a list of Things To Do In The Austin Metro Oct. 1-3. Looking for family friendly fun this October, including festivals and pumpkin patches in Austin Metro? Visit the Patch guide to Fall 2021: Festivals, Pumpkin Patches In Austin Metro. Today's Austin Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Austin: Halloween by Design Presents Annual Online Design Challenge. (All Day) Donate Blood with We Are Blood, Receive Free P. Terry's Egg Burger. (8 a.m.) Georgetown's 2021 Red Poppy Festival Returns in October as POPPtoberfest. (8 a.m.) Poetry Jam - Open Mic & Showcase. (8 p.m.) Emily Wolfe at The Parish on Oct. 1. (9 p.m.) Austin Patch Notebook Austin Civic Orchestra: "The ACO held its first full orchestra rehearsal since March of 2020! We are preparing our ACO Spooktacular! concert on Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. at Cedar Ridge High School in Round Rock. Tickets will go on sale soon! https://bit.ly/39PDnc3" (Facebook) Pease Park Conservancy: "Everyone loves some swag, right? These volunteers will get to show off some #peasecorps style after today's event! #weservethepark #weloveourvolunteers." (Facebook) Downtown Austin: "How beautiful is that skyline at night? We love how it shimmers in the lake #skyline #nightlife #nightphotography #nighttimephotography #citylights #reflection #waterreflection #dtatx #downtownaustin #downtownatx" (Facebook) Foster Angels of Central Texas: "Party Packs are coming together for our generous sponsors making this year's event what we hope to be the best one yet!! Thank you all and we are so excited to have such an amazing community tuning in tomorrow evening." (Facebook) Austin Chamber of Commerce: "These companies were built from the ground up from only personal savings, luck, and cash from beginning sales." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Hollydays Market of New Braunfels - Bring a Friend for Free! (October 2) New Retirement Savings Time Bomb Seminar (October 7) Add your event Announcements: Hollydays Market of New Braunfels - Bring a Friend for Free! (Details) Add your announcement Housing: SEEKING Cabin on Land to Rent (Details) Add your listing Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. Your friendly neighborhood journalist, Meagan FalconMeagan 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? Contact me at [email protected]. Quote of the Day: "A champion is someone who gets up when he can't." — Jack Dempsey via BrainyQuote.com