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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Austin's police chief is pressing feds over ICE shooting evidence
  • How are UT Austin students quietly reshaping campus mental health support?
  • Pflugerville neighbor hits $1 million jackpot near Austin

Also on today's calendar: Fall Festival & Open House and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Very warm, with a high of 95 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 95, low: 67.
  • Sunday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 94 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Austin police chief says feds have not turned over key evidence in ICE agent shooting probe (kvue.com) — Austin's police chief says federal authorities still haven't shared key evidence or access to an ICE agent involved in a Sept. 20 shooting after a North Austin traffic stop turned chase. She stresses APD is pursuing its own investigation and reassures immigrants in Austin that local officers do not ask about immigration status when they report crimes or seek help.
   

2. Beyond the front door: How trust gets UT students into healthcare (thedailytexan.com) — UT Austin students are increasingly turning to campus mental health services, but many—especially from immigrant and Asian backgrounds—still face cultural stigma and confusion about where to start. Peer-led programs like Longhorn SHARE, Wellness peer educators, and new outreach teams are working to bridge those gaps, using word-of-mouth and student ambassadors to guide classmates into confidential counseling and health resources available right on campus.
   

3. Pflugerville lottery player claims $1 million scratch ticket prize (star-telegram.com) — A Pflugerville resident just claimed a $1 million Ultimate Millions scratch-ticket prize after buying the winning ticket at a store on Harrisglenn Drive, about 15 miles northeast of Austin. The Texas Lottery notes the retailer may earn a bonus, and officials are reminding Austin-area players that confidential help is available for anyone struggling with gambling problems.
   

4. 2026 Michelin Guide Texas: Houston Adds 5 Bib Gourmands, No New Stars (houstoniamag.com) — Austin diners now have two newly starred Michelin restaurants to celebrate: Kappo Kappo in the Austin Proper Hotel and vegan tasting-menu spot Fabric. While this year's announcement focused heavily on Houston, the expanded Texas guide confirms Michelin inspectors are now regularly evaluating restaurants in Austin, helping raise the city's national dining profile and potentially drawing more visitors to local spots.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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