SUMMARY: The Texas Longhorns begin their season Saturday against Ohio State in Columbus, but their live mascot, Bevo—a 2,100-pound steer—won’t attend. Handler Ricky Brennes explained that traveling to Ohio early in the school year would disrupt students in the Silver Spurs Alumni Association, who manage Bevo, and the long trip isn’t ideal for the steer. The 18-hour drive requires multiple stops for Bevo to stretch and rest in pastures overnight, as he doesn’t stay in the trailer overnight. Bevo is expected to appear at the Longhorns’ next three home games starting September 6.

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SUMMARY: Two used needles were found on the playground of Joslin Elementary School in Austin ISD, raising safety concerns among parents. The school promptly informed parents and provided resources to affected students. The nearby Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center, which offers services to people experiencing homelessness, has been controversial, with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton suing it for operating as a nuisance and citing safety risks. Sunrise’s director denied connections between the center and the incident, emphasizing ongoing community support and cleanups. Austin City Council plans to relocate the center to a more appropriate site, considering impacts on families connected to the school.

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SUMMARY: A gunman in his 20s opened fire outside the Annunciation Roman Catholic Church in Minneapolis during morning mass, targeting children attending the first week of school. Armed with a handgun, shotgun, and rifle, he fired multiple shots through the church windows, killing two children aged eight and ten and injuring 17 others, including 14 children, two critically. The shooter then took his own life. Minneapolis officials condemned the deliberate act of violence, expressing deep sorrow and urging community support for the grieving families. Police continue investigating the motive, noting the shooter had no criminal history or known connection to the church or school.

A gunman armed with three weapons opened fire on Catholic school students on Wednesday morning as they celebrated mass at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, MN. Two children were killed and 17 others were injured. The gunman also died.

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