SUMMARY: The Austin Police Department is investigating a shooting at an apartment complex in north Austin that resulted in one person’s death. The incident occurred at Canyon Ridge Apartments on Walnut Park Crossing around 8 p.m. The victim was pronounced dead at 8:31 p.m. due to gunshot wounds. APD did not have information on a suspect at the time, but they believe there is no further threat to the public. Officers provided life-saving instructions over the phone until they could arrive on the scene. Anyone with information is urged to contact the APD tips line at 512-472-8477.

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SUMMARY: A zoo in China has been accused of deceiving visitors by displaying dogs dyed black and white to look like pandas. The Taizhou Zoo in Jiangsu showcased the “panda dogs” in an exhibit, but their wagging tails gave them away. Zoo officials claimed the dogs, Chow Chows, were painted to resemble pandas and that they had clearly advertised them as “panda dogs.” However, the zoo faced criticism for misleading visitors and mistreating the dogs. This incident is not the first of its kind in China, where other zoos have been accused of displaying fake animals, including dyed dogs.

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SUMMARY: Severe storms with strong winds and hail caused significant damage in San Marcos and Johnson City in Central Texas. The National Weather Service reported 5 inch hail in Johnson City, listed as CD or DVD size. The rest of Central Texas was under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch with the possibility of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Cleanup efforts were underway in San Marcos and Hays County, with crews working to clear downed trees and debris. City and county officials were coordinating the cleanup efforts, with the possibility of state support if damage thresholds were met. Arborists were also out offering emergency tree removal services.

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