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April 28, 2026
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TOP NEWS
"Austin synagogue vandalized with swastika, antisemitic graffiti" via AAS – Antisemitic graffiti was found at a central Austin synagogue on Thursday, according to the Anti-Defamation League.
Congregation Beth Israel in the Hyde Park area was vandalized with a swastika alongside the phrase “Death to Israel.” In a statement, ADL Austin Regional Director Jackie Nirenberg said the organization is working with the synagogue and security partners in response to the incident.
“The targeting of Austin’s Jewish community — or of any community — with hate is never acceptable,” Nirenberg said. “This incident comes on the heels of an alleged threat against a synagogue in Houston earlier this week. We call on communities across Texas to stand up to antisemitism and make clear there is no place for hate.”
The Austin vandalism came around the time authorities announced arrests in an alleged plot targeting Congregation Beth Israel in Houston, where an 18-year-old North Carolina woman and a 16-year-old Houston-area teen were accused of conspiring to attack the synagogue. (AAS)
"What to know about the KUT Festival, one of Austin’s newest spring events" via KUT – The first-ever KUT Festival kicks off this weekend. The community celebration runs Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2 — with a limited paid jazz brunch on Sunday, May 3. All events take place on the University of Texas at Austin campus.
Already made plans to go, or just curious? This guide is for everyone. Get details about the lineup, ticket options, transportation and more below.
The festival features live music, author talks, family-friendly activities and panels with local leaders on the biggest issues facing Austin.
On top of these events, there will be dedicated space for author readings and signings at the Texas Book Talks Tent organized in partnership with the Texas Book Festival, programming dedicated to kids via KUT for Kids at the Texas Science & Natural History Museum, and a Saturday street fair with food trucks and local vendors. (KUT)
