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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024

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CHARITY CONCERT IN AUSTIN THIS TONIGHT

The Texas Cowboys are hosting their Harvest Moon charity concert TONIGHT at Republic Square Park downtown, featuring Randy Rogers Band. Proceeds will benefit UT Elementary. Tickets start at $35 here.

TODAY’S WEATHER

H: °78 / L: 43°. Cold morning hits Austin. Today’s forecast from Fox 7 Austin’s Zack Shields here. Rain is possible Monday, per KXAN.

TOP NEWS

“DA José Garza sues Texas AG’s office over release of records regarding secret security money” KXAN

THE BLOTTER

“Police investigating deadly shooting in East Austin” Fox 7 Austin

“New details in deadly Northwest Austin officer-involved shooting” Fox 7 Austin

“Death investigation underway near La Familia Market in South Austin” CBS Austin

“APD searching for 3 men accused of robbing victim at gunpoint” Fox 7 Austin

“Texas man sentenced to life in prison after his 6th DWI” Fox 7 Austin

2024

“When will the Austin mayoral race be called?” KXAN

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

“Hays County deputies warn of scam calls impersonating sheriff’s office” Fox 7 Austin

“Pflugerville council approves slate of contracts for Downtown East project” Community Impact Austin

BUSINESS NEWS

“Gas pipeline damaged near Tesla Gigafactory, prompting local evaluation” CBS Austin

LOCAL SPORTS

TEXAS FOOTBALL: “Could Texas football face backup QB vs Arkansas? Sam Pittman updates Taylen Green injury” AAS ($)

TEXAS MEN’S BASKETBALL: “5 things we’ve noticed including Tre Johnson’s talent, 1 guard’s growth” AAS ($)

TEXAS MEN’S BASKETBALL: “Texas basketball signs John Clark, 4-star post out of Link Academy” AAS ($)

QUICK LINKS

~ “Sip, savor, and celebrate: Driskill's grand holiday traditions return Dec. 6th” CBS Austin

~ MAP: Where have Austin’s homicides occurred in 2024? - KXAN

~ 'Gossip Girl' actress found safe near San Antonio, says she left Los Angeles intentionally - KVUE

~ Round Rock ISD shares update on safety, security efforts at district campuses - Community Impact Austin

~ Austin officials celebrate completion of 13-mile regional Violet Crown Trail - Community Impact Austin

~ 2024 Williamson County Growth Summit happening soon - ABJ

~ California-based homebuilder New Home growing in Austin metro - ABJ

~ Homesites now under construction in Georgetown’s Bluffview community - Community Impact Austin

~ Leander ISD explores implementing new digital learning platform - Community Impact Austin

~ Planning Commission postpones decision on Anderson Square rezoning - Austin Monitor

~ 'Angels and heroes': Watch Texas firefighters save toddler from burning apartment - Austin American-Statesman

~ First Warning: Coldest air of fall arrives next week - KXAN

~ Housing inventory, listings increase in Austin metro as mortgage rates remain elevated - ABJ

~ Bastrop Senior Expo to provide resources, fun on Nov. 19 - Community Impact Austin

~ How Austin startup founders are steering toward a successful 2025 - ABJ

~ Darling Ingredients factory annoying neighbors with smell of death - ABJ

~ Music Commission to explore opening parks spaces for community, cultural events - Austin Monitor

~ Multi Cook to open location in Cedar Park's Bell District in 2025 - Community Impact Austin

~ Company aiming to make rocket motors in Luling plans collaboration with Texas State University - ABJ

~ These 15 Texas restaurants were awarded Michelin Stars. See full list - Austin American-Statesman

AUSTIN CULTURE

~ THANKSGIVING: “Where to Order Thanksgiving Pies and Desserts in Austin” Eater Austin

~ THIS WEEKEND: “Here are the top 8 things to do in Austin this weekend” Culture Map Austin

~ BBQ: “Barbecue joint with Austin's oldest pit returns after 2020 fire” Culture Map Austin

~ 2025 MEDAL OF THE ARTS: “Gary Clark Jr. and Richard Linklater among 2025 Texas Medal of Arts honorees” Culture Map Austin

~ THE LINE HOTELS OPENS NEW POOLSIDE BAR: “Poolside sotol bar splashes into high-end downtown Austin hotel” Culture Map Austin

WHAT TO DO TONIGHT

~ LIVE MUSIC: Randy Rogers Band headlines the Texas Cowboys Harvest Moon charity concert, benefiting UT Elementary. Republic Square Park (downtown). Show is BYOB. Doors at 6pm. Tickets $35 and up here.

~ LIVE MUSIC: Cyndi Lauper (with Aly & AJ). Moody Center. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. Sold out. Resale tix available here.

~ LIVE MUSIC: Lee Brice. Buck’s Backyard (1750 S. FM 1626, Buda, TX). Show at 8pm. Tix $10 and up here.

COOL JOB ALERT

~ Associate General Counsel, Compliance. Tesla. No salary info. Info / apply here.