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Who Is Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez? What We Know About the Doordash Driver Shot by ICE in Austin

A Venezuelan DoorDash driver survived being shot by an ICE officer in Austin, triggering protests as officials and his lawyer offered conflicting accounts of his immigration status.

International Business Times UK · Sep 21

Venezuelan man shot by ICE in Austin said he tried to pull over before officers fired at him

Wilber Rafael Garces Perez legally entered the country in 2024 via the CBP One app and applied for asylum, his attorneys said. But he missed a court hearing after the notice went to the wrong address.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 21

Man shot by ICE officer is detained in Texas with a bullet still in his back, attorney's office says

A Venezuelan man shot by a federal immigration officer in Texas is being held at a detention center after being released from a hospital with a bullet still lodged in his back

The Independent UK · Sep 21

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The Tragic Paradox of Venezuelans in the U.S.: ICE Shoots One of Their Own as Chavista Delcy Rodríguez Arrives in New York

Venezuelan delivery driver Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez was shot and detained in Austin while Rodríguez, now Washington's recognized partner in Caracas, arrived for the U.N. General Assembly and a meeting with Trump. Neither administrations are addressing the situation of the Venezuelan community in the U.S.

Latin Times · Sep 21

ICE Shot an Austin DoorDash Driver, Then Moved Him Into Custody Within Hours: Here's What We Know

An ICE agent shot a DoorDash driver in Austin, then moved him into custody within hours. Here's what's confirmed, disputed and still unknown.

Latin Times · Sep 21

Musk Pitches 'Hyperloop' Tunnel To Massively Reduce Commuting Times Between Two Texan Cities.

Musk's tunneling startup the Boring Company wants to reduce the average journey time between San Antonio and Austin from hours to minutes.

International Business Times · Sep 21

Protests erupt in Texas after ICE officer shoots Venezuelan man, DHS says he was in US illegally

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and wounded a 28-year-old Venezuelan man during a law enforcement operation in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, triggering protests at the scene against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.

The Times of India · Sep 21

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Austin Mayor Accuses ICE of 'Fomenting' Chaos After Agent Shoots DoorDash Driver

A DoorDash driver was seriously wounded by an ICE agent in Austin after a vehicle and foot pursuit, prompting protests and demands for an independent investigation.

International Business Times UK · Sep 21

ICE agent shoots and wounds DoorDash driver in Austin. Then hours passed with no explanation from federal authorities

His lawyer says they believe he is now in ICE custody

We Got This Covered · Sep 21

ICE agent shoots man in Austin as furious mayor demands independent probe

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The Independent UK · Sep 21

Venezuelan man shot and injured by ICE agent in Texas, officials say

The Mayor of Austin, Kirk Watson, has called for an independent probe involving local police, saying ICE should not investigate the incident by itself.

Euronews · Sep 21

ICE officer shoots, wounds man in Austin; protesters demand probe

A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, on Sunday during a brief foot pursuit, local officials said, as the incident drew protests and calls for an independent investigation.

The Times of India · Sep 21

ICE Agent Shoots and Wounds Man in Austin After Reportedly Ramming His Car as Lawmaker Demands Bodycam Footage

An ICE agent shot and wounded a man in Austin after a reported vehicle confrontation, prompting calls for an independent investigation and the release of body-camera footage.

International Business Times UK · Sep 20

'The Horror Has Come to Our City': ICE Agent Shoots Person in Austin, Congressman Demands Full Investigation

A man was shot and wounded by a federal immigration agent in North Austin, with officials yet to explain the circumstances and Congressman Greg Casar demanding an independent investigation.

International Business Times UK · Sep 20

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The Independent UK · Sep 20

ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say

Local authorities say a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas

The Independent UK · Sep 20

ICE agent shoots DoorDash driver during delivery in Austin sparking new protests

A dark blue Toyota Corolla photographed at the scene had damage along its passenger side and what appeared to be two bullet holes in the rear window

The Texas Tribune · Sep 20

ICE officer shoots, injures man in Austin, officials say

The shooting in Austin, which injured Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, came more than two months after an ICE officer fatally shot a man in Houston.

The Independent UK · Sep 20

‘Welcome To Fabulous Trash Vegas’ — a 35-foot structure made up of 60 tons of junk

IN FOCUS: In a leafy Texas suburb, Vince Hannemann has spent 40 years building his ‘Trash Vegas.’ Rachel Dobkin talks with the artist about what inspired the feat

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Kids Ain't Cheap · Sep 18

10 Baby Names Inspired by Places Without Sounding Like Vacation Destinations

Place-inspired baby names can carry a sense of history, adventure, or family connection without making your child sound like a walking travel itinerary. The trick is choosing names that already feel established as first names rather than simply borrowing the latest fashionable destination. Current naming data shows that several geographic…

The Times of India · Sep 16

How a backpack helped save a homeless former football star

A serendipitous encounter in Austin sparked a life-altering change for Sampson James, the former Indiana football star who found himself homeless. After noticing James's worn backpack, IU graduate Jasper Steinmetz rallied support, leading to a remarkable $17,000 in donations. This much-needed generosity has enabled James to secure a new apartment,…

The Times of India · Sep 16

A father's small act of kindness later brought $200,000 to his family

In April 2026, content creator Zachery Dereniowski, known online as MDMotivator, sat outside a grocery store in Austin, Texas, with a birthday cake and a blindfold, waiting to see who would stop for a stranger. Person after person walked past until a man named Elvin stopped to check on him.…

The Times of India · Sep 15

Airbnb is committing $250 million to help stalled US housing projects get built

Airbnb has announced a robust initiative to inject $250 million into stalled housing projects, targeting funding shortfalls in construction-ready developments. The first investment of $6.4 million is earmarked for creating affordable housing in Austin, Texas. Additionally, a $5 million innovation prize will encourage advancements in housing technology, all part of…

The Texas Tribune · Sep 14

Karl Rove said he’ll break 30 years of only supporting Republicans to vote against “bigot” Bo French

Rove, a former adviser to President George W. Bush and longtime Texas GOP political consultant, made the comments at a private lunch in Austin, according to attendees.

The Economic Times · Sep 13

Austin weatherized 625 homes for low-income customers in 2021; Austin Energy estimated 687.5 MWh of annual savings after insulation, sealing and AC work

Austin Energy's weatherization initiative has made a notable impact on energy efficiency within low-income households. By providing no-cost upgrades such as insulation and duct sealing, families have seen a significant reduction in energy consumption and utility bills. The program's simplified application process and broadened eligibility criteria have further enhanced accessibility…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

Tesla to unveil long-delayed Roadster on October 1, nearly a decade after debut

Tesla will unveil its long-delayed Roadster on October 1, nearly a decade after its initial reveal. The electric-vehicle maker announced the upcoming unveiling on its social media platform X. This event could feature a demonstration of a special edition with SpaceX thrusters. The Roadster program has faced repeated delays since…

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