Brianna Q. Lockwood - News of Austin

Brianna Q. Lockwood covers housing, development, and affordability for News of Austin, focusing on how growth reshapes neighborhoods. A UT Austin journalism graduate, she’s known for investigative reporting that follows money, zoning, and policy to reveal who benefits—and who gets displaced.

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Consumer News Tech News

AirDoctor Unveils $400-Off Deal on New 4000 Purifier

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 4, 2026

At a Glance AirDoctor offers a $400 pre-order discount on its new 4000 air purifier. 15% savings on filter combo packs with no promo code. 4000 uses...

Business News Consumer News

Womanizer Unleashes 12% Off Sitewide Coupon & Free Toy Deal

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 4, 2026

At a Glance 12% off sitewide with promo code. Free toy with orders over $199. Free shipping on orders over $30. Why it matters: These offers make...

Health News Local News

Austin’s First 2026 Baby Born at 12:02 a.m. – Derek Sanchez

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 4, 2026

At a Glance Derek Sanchez born at 12:02 a.m. at Ascension Seton Medical Center Opal June Ixchel Cruz born at 12:05 a.m. at St. David's Women's...

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Legal News Local News

Appeal Denied in DWI Case That Killed 20-Year-Old Austin Man

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance Appeal denied in DWI case that killed 20-year-old Colton Roberts. Scott Taylor pleaded guilty to intoxication manslaughter; prior DWIs...

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Consumer News Tech News

1Password Adds Travel Mode, Secret Key and a 14-Day Free Trial

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance 1Password offers cross-platform password management with Travel Mode, Secret Key, and a 14-day free trial. Pricing starts at $3/month...

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Government News News Report

Rio Grande Valley Sector Tops Nation in Arrests as Encounters Drop

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance Rio Grande Valley Sector leads the nation in arrests with 1,597 in November. Total encounters for FY 2026 are 3,199, an all-time...

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Crime News Local News

Austin Homicides Reach 55 in 2025, Down from 72 in 2024

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance 55 homicides reported in Austin in 2025 as of Dec. 28. 72 homicides in 2024, down from 75 in 2023 but up from 71 in 2022. Record 90...

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Breaking News Political News World News

CIA Drone Strike Marks First US Operation on Venezuelan Soil Since September

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance CIA carried out a drone strike last week at a Venezuelan docking area used by drug cartels. First direct US operation on Venezuelan soil...

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Feature Story Political News

Trump’s $400M Ballroom Plan Gains Long-Time Usher’s Backing

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance Trump's $400M ballroom plan, backed by longtime White House chief usher Gary Walters, highlights ongoing space limits and historic...

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Feature Story Government News Local News

Austin 2025: I-35, Housing, Homelessness

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026

At a Glance City Council members spotlighted major projects across Austin in 2025 Focus on homelessness, affordable housing, and infrastructure...