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ATX PULSE 6/9/25 (free): Leander Police Searching for Juveniles Who Threw Frozen Water Bottles at Cars // Town Lake to be Treated for Algae Today // APD Probing Homicide in NE ATX // S. ATX Homeless Encampment Cleared // Hutto Doubles Down ion LPRs as Austin Pulls Back // UT Softball Celebrates Nat’l Championship // Austin FC Gets Big Road Win at Colorado
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MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2025
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TODAY’S WEATHER
H: 97° / L: 76°: Rainy days ahead this week, per Fox 7 Austin.
Multi-day storm chances could bring beneficial rain to Central Texas, per KVUE.
Morning storms clearing, more rounds expected this week, per KXAN.
TOP NEWS
“Leander police searching for juveniles who threw frozen water bottles at cars, injuring 2” AAS ($)
“Lady Bird Lake to be treated for toxic algae starting Monday in final phase of pilot program” KVUE
“Austin Wildlife Rescue seeks food donations for rescued animals” Fox 7 Austin
THE BLOTTER
“Austin crime: 1 dead, person of interest detained in northeast Austin” Fox 7 Austin
“I-35 southbound reopens in Austin after pedestrian hit by car” KVUE
“Male patient injured after diving off dam in Llano” KVUE
“Leander police searching for two persons of interest in May theft” CBS Austin
“One firefighter injured after pallets and trash catch fire in Northeast Austin” CBS Austin
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
“Neighbors express relief as crews clear longtime homeless encampment in southeast Austin” KVUE
“Hutto doubles down on license plate cameras as other Central Texas cities pull back” CBS Austin
2025
“Ishmael Harris wins Bastrop mayoral race in runoff election” KVUE
TEXAS SPORTS
TEXAS SOFTBALL: “Longhorns players, fans sing ‘The Eyes of Texas’ as national title logo is unveiled” KXAN
TEXAS SOFTBALL: “Texas softball: How Mike White used a homegrown roster to win WCWS” AAS ($)
TEXAS FOOTBALL: “Top-15 defensive lineman in the 2026 class commits to Texas Longhorns” KXAN
AUSTIN FC: “Austin FC vs Colorado Rapids: Verde & Black break long MLS winless streak” AAS ($)
QUICK LINKS
Topo Chico mineral water recalled in Texas, other states due to risk of contamination - Austin American-Statesman
Watch: KXAN's BBQ documentary 'Family Beef' explores the feuds that made Lockhart famous - ABJ
Many Austin businesses cutting back on spending amid tariff uncertainty - ABJ
Kyle revises incentive package to help acclaimed Hays Co Bar-B-Que relocate - ABJ
Luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer launching store in Austin - ABJ
APD: Man dies after he ‘collapsed’ outside south Austin library - KXAN Austin
CBS Austin & Telemundo Austin News Team reunites 80-year-old Navy Veteran with lost wallet - KEYE
Scottsdale replaces Austin as top wealth hub - Spectrum News
18-wheeler hits bridge in Georgetown: police - FOX 7 Austin
Austin moves to reshape affordable housing under DB90 program - KVUE
Why can’t you swim at Hamilton Pool Preserve right now - KXAN Austin
Austin plans prescribed burn of 55 acres - KXAN Austin
TxDOT: CR 143 bridge to ‘remain closed several days’ following 18-wheeler hitting it - KXAN Austin
People injured after ‘juveniles’ threw frozen water bottles at moving vehicles, per Leander Police - KXAN Austin
Former APD officer charged with assault, official oppression is set for plea - KXAN Austin
Kyle adopts 10-year parks and recreation master plan - Community Impact
Central Health seeks to close care gaps through new clinics, services - Community Impact
La Mexiquense Paletas Mexicanas now open in Round Rock - Community Impact
Hydrate combines healthy dining with boutique atmosphere in Georgetown - Community Impact
Broadway Sing-Along Bar pop-up to open in Austin for the summer - Community Impact
5 Austin ISD campuses now undergoing modernization work - Community Impact
Root to Rise Plant Co. celebrates grand opening with weekend events - Community Impact
AUSTIN CULTURE
~ DINING: “The Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Austin” Eater Austin
~ FATHER’S DAY: “Do right by dad with these 10 Father's Day dining specials in Austin” Culture Map Austin
~ POOL SEASON: “East Austin pool with nearly 70-year history unveils major refresh” Culture Map Austin
AUSTIN CULTURE
~ DINING: “The Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Austin” Eater Austin
~ FATHER’S DAY: “Do right by dad with these 10 Father's Day dining specials in Austin” Culture Map Austin
~ POOL SEASON: “East Austin pool with nearly 70-year history unveils major refresh” Culture Map Austin
WHAT TO DO TONIGHT
~ LIVE MUSIC: Bob Schneider’s Lonelyland. Saxon Pub. 8:30pm. Tix $20 here.
WHAT TO DO TOMORROW
~ FILM: 51st Annual Paramount Summer Classic Film Series: Night of the Hunter. Paramount Theater. 6:30pm doors, film at 7:30pm. Tix $12 here.
COOL JOB ALERT
~ Reporting & Writing Specialist (Technical Writer III): Texas Lottery Commission. Salary: $5,098.67-$7,166.67 / monthly. Info / apply here.