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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.
Handcuffed figure being led away with faded suitcase marked Venezuela 1988 and faint Panama skyline hinting extradition
Posted inPolitical News World News

Maduro Faces U.S. Drug Trial, Mirrors Noriega’s Fate

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance Former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was captured Saturday, 36 years after Panama's Manuel Noriega was removed by U.S. forces. U.S....
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Myles Garrett standing over fallen Joe Burrow with arm raised and stadium lights glowing with Cleveland Browns logo on jumbot
Posted inNFL Sports News

Myles Garrett Breaks Sacks Record with 23rd Blow on Burrow

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance Myles Garrett recorded his 23rd sack of the season, breaking the NFL single-season record. He did it against Joe Burrow with 5:09...
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Debbie Bowe holds blue gloves with pom-poms while Brittany Bowe stands on Olympic podium under golden light in arena rink.
Posted inFeature Story Local News Sports News

Mom Debbie Bowe’s Signature Gloves Shine at Olympics

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
> At a Glance > - Mom Debbie Bowe will wear her signature blue gloves with red and white pom-poms at the Olympics. > - She supports daughter Brittany...
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Person using laptop to file taxes using tax software with free tax filing options shown on screen in a modern home office and
Posted inGovernment News Tax News

IRS Direct File Discontinued; Free Filing Options Explained

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance IRS Direct File, which allowed free online filing directly with the IRS, ended in 2026. IRS Free File still exists but requires an...
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Child shows worried expression with worn backpack and unpaid vouchers below
Posted inLocal News Political News

HHS Freezes Minnesota Child-Care Funds Amid Fraud Probe

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance HHS has frozen federal child-care funding to Minnesota. The freeze follows a viral video alleging fraud by Somali-run centers. Subsidies...
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Venezuelan Presidential Palace rises under a sunset sky with an American flag on dais and barbed wire surrounding the buildin
Posted inPolitical News World News

Trump Announces US Will “Run” Venezuela After Maduro Capture

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance US will "run" Venezuela until a transition after Maduro's capture US plans to control oil production and rebuild infrastructure Maduro...
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Home welcomes visitors with a weathered wooden front door and fresh paint beside a neatly trimmed lawn
Posted inConsumer News Local News

Home Care: The New Year’s Secret to Health, Savings, and Safety

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance Home maintenance protects health, saves money, and preserves home value. Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, 70% in homes. 75% of...
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A.J. Dybantsa sinks a winning shot with score 83‑73 and confetti erupting from the crowd below over a blurred BYU court.
Posted inCollege Basketball Sports News

BYU Freshman Dybantsa Leads 83-73 Road Win Over Kansas State

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance A.J. Dybantsa scores 24 points in 83-73 road victory over Kansas State. He was efficient on 15 shots and faced a physical Big 12...
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Person sits at kitchen table sipping coffee with buttered toast and cinnamon in a cozy Sunday morning setting
Posted inLocal News Weather

Austin Forecast: Sunny Sunday, Cooling Tonight, Warm Week Ahead

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance Sunny Sunday with warm 60s-70s highs. Tonight cools to 40s-50s, clouds and patchy fog. Week ahead may bring record-possible highs and...
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U.S. residents hold hands near a vintage sign that says Free Admission Day with national park scenery and visitors bundled up
Posted inGovernment News News Report

National Parks 2026: New Free Days and International Fees

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance 8 free admission days for U.S. residents in 2026 International visitors pay $100 at 10 parks unless they have a pass Pass costs $250 for...
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