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Austin-based Black Mamas Village debuts new community hub

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www.kxan.com – Kelsey Thompson – 2023-11-05 15:12:07

SUMMARY: Austin-based community organization Black Mamas Village has celebrated the grand opening of The Village Place, a 6,500-square-foot community hub located on North Interstate 35. Black Mamas Village was created in 2019 to address the isolating effects of Austin's rapid growth. The Village Space aims to cover a variety of needs community members have, including sisterhood and social gatherings, culture and productivity, economic empowerment, and community building. The grand opening event included a garden dedication, networking opportunities, professional headshots, kids-centered activities, and pop-up shops. The organization is dedicated to providing a physical location for Black mothers to gather.

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Third suspect arrested in Round Rock Juneteenth celebration shooting

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-07 06:47:15

SUMMARY: A third suspect was arrested in connection with the deadly June 15 shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock, Texas. The incident at Old Settlers Park resulted in two deaths and 14 injuries after a fight broke out between two groups, with innocent bystanders being the victims. 18-year-old Keshawn Dixon was apprehended in Killeen, charged with deadly conduct, and taken to Bell County Jail. Previously, 17-year-old Ricky Thompson III and a male juvenile had been arrested in connection to the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges and suspects are being pursued by the Round Rock Police Department.

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Rafah is a dusty, rubble-strewn ghost town 2 months after Israel invaded to root out Hamas – KXAN Austin

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www.kxan.com – OHAD ZWIGENBERG, Associated Press – 2024-07-07 05:00:12

SUMMARY: Rafah, a city in the Gaza Strip, has become a deserted, war-ravaged area following a two-month Israeli military invasion targeting Hamas, their final stronghold in Gaza. Abandoned buildings and rubble dominate the landscape, with few civilians remaining. Israel alleges that Hamas turned civilian areas into combat zones, creating deadly traps. Approximately 1.4 million Palestinians fled to Rafah, now reduced to around 50,000 under dire conditions in a “humanitarian area.” Aid efforts are stalled, with dangerous routes and limited access to resources. The humanitarian crisis worsens as Israel pushes forward its offensive, despite significant challenges in aid delivery and civilian survival.

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One year later: APD asks for tips in 2022 murder case. Has it been solved?

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www.kxan.com – Mercedez Hernandez – 2024-07-06 21:46:20

SUMMARY: The family of D'andre Day is enduring prolonged grief and fatigue as the investigation into his unsolved 2022 murder drags on. Day, 27, was fatally stabbed at East Sixth and Brazos streets on September 4, 2022. Despite Austin Police Department's (APD) efforts and public appeals for tips, no arrests have been made. Surveillance footage showed three men confronting Day and a friend, leading to the deadly altercation. APD and Day's family continue to seek public assistance. Day's uncle expressed ongoing sorrow and hope for justice, urging anyone with information to contact APD's homicide tip line, with a $1,000 reward available through Crime Stoppers.

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