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KUT Afternoon Newscast for May 2, 2024

Central Texas top stories for May 2, 2024. Claims weapons were found during pro-Palestinian protests on UT Austin’s campus are not reflected in charges filed against demonstrators. Austin City Council members said they are looking more into APD’s role during the protests. This week’s outbreak of suspected drug overdoses in Austin has climbed to 79 cases. Thunderstorms are possible this afternoon in the Austin area and again overnight. Elected officials in Austin are debating changes to the city’s zoning rules. Jacob’s Well in Wimberley won’t be open for swimming this summer.