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Daniel Johnston, cult singer-songwriter beloved by alternative-rock icons, dies at 58
The Austin, Texas-based Johnston, known for his childlike, homemade recordings, counted Kurt Cobain and Sonic Youth as fans, while battling mental illness throughout his career.
Read the full story on KCRW.
Austin just gave Texas Law the Finger and Voted to Fund Abortion Access
In a red state long hostile to abortion rights, this is believed to be a first-of-its-kind program for any U.S. city.
Read the full story on VICE News.
Man killed in North Austin shooting identified, suspect arrested
The incident happened just after 7:30 p.m. at 9010 Galewood Drive or the Galewood Garden Apartments, according to Austin police.
Read the full story on KVUE.
Austin’s Mueller neighborhood to open 8th new park
The nearly one-acre park, Philomena Park, will feature a multipurpose open space in the center of the park, surrounded by amenities.
Read the full story on KVUE.
2 shot while sitting on porch in Austin on West Side, police say
A 69-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man were shot while sitting on a porch Tuesday night in Austin on the West Side, Chicago police said.
Read the full story on ABC Chicago, WLS.
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