🌱 ATX Man Kills Wife + Tesla News +UT Named Top World University

Austin TX

27 October, 2021

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Morning, neighbors! Meagan Falcon here with an undead edition of the Austin Daily. We are in for a "thriller" Thursday today as we near the Halloween weekend. There's a lot of "wicked" cool things to do this week, but first — let's start your day off on an informed note. Madam Zeroni's Weather Predictions: Windy with plenty of sunshine. High: 82 Low: 49. The psychic's weekend forecast: Madam Zeroni has taken a look at her crystal ball and predicts that Austin will be in for cooler, sunny days ahead this weekend. Halloween looks to be a sunny day with temperatures reaching a high of 81 degrees and lows into the low 50s. Don't forget! Early voting is still going on this week. Early voting will continue through Friday, Oct. 29. Election Day will be Tuesday, Nov. 2.Here are a few things you should know before you head to the ballot to cast your vote. Elections 2021: What's On The Nov. 2 Ballot In AustinTX Elections 2021: What To Know About 8 Propositions On Ballot Here are the top stories in Austin today: Tesla has partnered with Austin Community College District to launch an English as a Second Language program at its new Texas gigafactory. The decision comes after a local grassroots group called out the company for possibly hindering job opportunities to Spanish speakers. (Austin Patch) A 54-year-old man faces murder charges after he shot and killed his wife in their northwest Austin home while their children were inside, police said. (KXAN.com) A man barricaded himself inside his south Austin home Wednesday after police said he fired shots at a city employee who visited the home regarding lawn maintenance. (KXAN.com) 3,500 Austin Energy customers were without power Wednesday after a series of storms rolled in to the Austin area. (Austin Patch) The University of Texas at Austin is one of the top 50 universities in the world, according to U.S. News and World Report's new ranking of the Best Global Universities. (KVUE.com) Today's Austin Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Planning to buy or refinance a home? Here's what you need to know about the five types of mortgage loans (and which one is right for you). Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Austin: Kealing Magnet Parent Information Nights. (6 p.m.) Halloween with The Queens & Elvira Tribute Party. (7 p.m.) Career Conversations: From Bootcamp to Success for UX Designers. (7 p.m.) Discount Night at the Drive-In: Spider Baby. (7:20 p.m.) Things to do to get you into the Halloween spirit this week. Here's your ultimate guide to Halloween parties, haunted houses, pumpkin patches and more during Halloween weekend 2021 in Austin.It's already time to find some good trick-or-treating spots in town. To make your life easier, we've gathered a list of some Halloween 2021: Trunk Or Treat Events In Austin Metro.Looking for family-friendly fun this October, including festivals in the Austin Metro? Visit the Patch guide to Fall 2021: Festivals, Pumpkin Patches In Austin Metro. Austin Patch Notebook KUT Austin: "The FDA panel accepted Pfizer's data indicating the vaccine is safe and 90.7 percent effective in preventing COVID-19 infections for kids ages 5 to 11. via NPR." (Facebook) Texas Longhorns: "Football's getting ready for Baylor, Cross Country heads to the Big 12 Championships, so many sports are in action, and basketball is right around the corner. Get those season tickets for our final year at the Erwin Center now." (Facebook) Variety Texas: "Save the date, #bellcounty ! Kites for Kids is scheduled for March 26, 2022 and is free for all to attend!" (Facebook) Austin PBS: "The U.S. moved a step closer to expanding COVID-19 vaccinations for millions more children as a panel of government advisers on Tuesday endorsed kid-size doses of Pfizer's shots for 5- to 11-year-olds." (Facebook) Downtown Austin: "P Terry's is back in business downtown! Grab a burger on Congress Street again." (Facebook) Foster Angels of Central Texas: "Sending out the Halloween care packages from our friends with @diagonalleyatx. We are so grateful for their support through their EPIC Harry Potter display and creating these packages for every child in Central Texas." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Save 15 Percent On Boo-tiful Flowers This Halloween! (October 31) Add your event You're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors on board. 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]. Halloween Quote of the Day: "When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, 'tis near Halloween." — Unknown via townandcountrymag.com