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Posts by Fiona Z. Merriweather

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About Fiona Z. Merriweather
Fiona Z. Merriweather is a Senior Reporter for News of Austin, covering housing, urban development, and the impacts of rapid growth. Known for investigative reporting on short-term rentals and displacement, she focuses on how Austin’s expansion reshapes neighborhoods and affordability.
Moderate Republicans look concerned with the open health care bill on the table in Congress.
Posted inCongressional Report Health News Political News

House Advances GOP Health Care Bill as Moderates Defy Leadership with Discharge Petition

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
House pushes GOP health care bill Wednesday, even as a group of moderate Republicans signed a Democratic discharge petition to extend Affordable Care...
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Nasry Asfura standing center of Plaza Mayor with Honduran flags and banners protesters in background.
Posted inInternational News Political News World News

Nasry Asfura Declared Winner of Honduras Presidency Amid Weeks-Long Count

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
Nasry Asfura, the Trump‑backed candidate, was declared the winner of Honduras’ presidential election after a protracted count that raised questions...
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Lone figure standing at riverbank watching turbulent water with stormy clouds and a wooden fence in background.
Posted inBusiness News Local News Weather

Ranchers Brace for Christmas Eve Storm in Tijuana River Valley After January Flood

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
A looming Christmas Eve storm has ranchers and residents of San Diego’s Tijuana River Valley scrambling to prepare for potential flooding, recalling...
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Volunteers hauling trash bags from cleared Austin campsite with bright blue sky and distant American flags.
Posted inGovernment News Local News

Austin Spends $838,753 on Three-Week Homeless Encampment Cleanup, Engages Over 1,200 People

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
Austin spent $838,753 on a three‑week effort to clear homeless encampments, visiting 669 sites and engaging more than 1,200 people. Scope and...
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Spurs players high‑fiving coach with confetti exploding and fans cheering in the stands
Posted inBasketball Local News Sports News

Spurs Extend Winning Streak to Seven, Throttle Thunder 130-110 in Record-Setting Blowout

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
In a display that has the NBA buzzing, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 130‑110 on Tuesday night, handing the Thunder their...
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Family examining the 2026 Nissan Rogue with warm sunlight on the driveway and toys scattered nearby
Posted inAutomotive News Tech News

Nissan Unveils 2026 Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Focused on Everyday Practicality

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug‑In Hybrid arrives without theatrics, focusing on everyday usefulness. Everyday Practicality The Rogue offers 38 miles...
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Police cruiser stands beside twisted wreckage with shattered headlights and a slumped figure in the driver
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Austin Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Crash on Highway 290

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
A fatal crash on East U.S. Highway 290 in Austin led to the arrest of a 32‑year‑old driver for intoxication manslaughter. The Arrest and...
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Weathered mailbox holding a red flag hidden behind dark green foliage on a wooden fence with scattered autumn leaves
Posted inGovernment News News Report Political News

Justice Department Says Release of Jeffrey Epstein Files May Take a Few More Weeks, Delaying Congressional Deadline

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
On Wednesday, the Justice Department announced that finalizing the release of all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein could require a few more...
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Soldier gazing at rusted tank with war ruins and dawn light in background
Posted inPolitical News World News

Zelensky Proposes Demilitarized Donbas Zone as Part of Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
Kyiv, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would be willing to withdraw troops from the country’s eastern industrial...
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Quarterback hoists trophy high with cheering fans and colorful confetti flying around
Posted inNFL Sports News

NFL Playoff Preview: 16 Matchups, 100-Game Predictions, and the Road to the Super Bowl

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather December 25, 2025
The NFL playoffs are almost here, and the stage is set for a whirlwind of high‑stakes games. Ten teams have already secured a spot, while eight...
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