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Hi there, Austin! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's really being built at northwest Austin's massive Project Cosmos site?
  • How new Austin mold rules could change life for local renters
  • Why Austin's equity-focused preservation plan just won a top state honor

Also on today's calendar: Titanic. The Human Story and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 99 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 100, low: 76.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 100 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Data center or R&D campus? Northwest Austin neighbors seek answers about Project Cosmos (kvue.com) — Neighbors in northwest Austin are pressing for clear answers on Project Cosmos, the massive redevelopment of the former 3M campus in Four Points that could function as both an AI-focused R&D hub and a large data center. Residents worry about power, water use, and noise, and are organizing a town hall as Austin simultaneously begins crafting new citywide rules for data centers.
   

2. Austin City Council approves resolution targeting mold safety, awareness (thedailytexan.com) — Austin City Council has unanimously backed a resolution to add mold-specific inspection and remediation rules to city code, aiming to better protect renters' health. The measure orders new public education materials and requires all city-funded housing to meet baseline mold standards, with a draft ordinance due to Council by May 2027.
   

3. Texas Chapter of American Planning Association Awards Gold to Equity-Based Preservation Plan (austintexas.gov) — Austin's Equity-Based Preservation Plan has earned a Gold award from the Texas chapter of the American Planning Association, spotlighting local efforts to protect historic places while addressing displacement and equity. Developed with input from more than 2,500 residents, the plan outlines goals to safeguard cultural landmarks, support property owners, and strengthen protections for Austin's historic resources.
   

4. Austin Police investigate alleged 'indecent exposure' at Buddy's Burger (kxan.com) — Austin police are investigating allegations that a Buddy's Burger employee engaged in indecent exposure and contaminated food, prompting his firing and a criminal probe. City inspection records show the Cameron Road location has scored 90 or higher since 2024, while Austin Public Health reviews any food safety implications and whether training requirements were met.
   

5. DEA seeks yacht, planes, Lake Travis mansion in Austin drug trafficking case (star-telegram.com) — Federal agents are moving to seize a Lake Travis mansion, yacht, planes, and luxury cars tied to an alleged Austin-based drug trafficking organization, with at least 14 people charged. Court records show prosecutors targeting millions in cash and assets, while some defense attorneys question the focus on marijuana-related activity as key defendants appear in Austin's federal courthouse.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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