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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.
Aid workers stand behind barricades while Gaza clinic and waiting people appear through fence at border crossing.
Posted inHumanitarian Aid World News

Israel Revokes Licenses of 37 Aid Groups in Gaza

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026
At a Glance Israel revoked licenses of 37 humanitarian groups in Gaza. Banned organizations include Doctors Without Borders, Norwegian Refugee...
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James Nnaji crosses arms with frustration as coach signals substitution after foul and bench watches while TCU crowd in red g
Posted inCollege Basketball Sports News

James Nnaji’s Baylor Debut Draws Booing, Sparks Eligibility Debate

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA draft pick, made his Baylor debut at TCU, facing boos and a fourth foul in a 69-63 Big 12 win. He was subbed...
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Jordan Stolz falling on the ice with speedskating skates and a spotlight on his face with LED lights reflecting around him
Posted inOlympic Games Sports News

Stolz Stumbles, Still Secures Olympic Spot

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Jordan Stolz stumbles early but records third-fastest time in 1,000m at U.S. trials. He secures a spot for Milan Cortina 2026. Erin...
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Graffiti-covered walls scream vandalism with shattered windows and overturned toys near golden lighting
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Minnesota Daycare Vandalized After Viral Fraud Allegations

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Daycare in Minneapolis vandalized after Nick Shirley's viral video alleged fraud. Employees reported loss of documents, checkbooks, and...
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Young woman holding megaphone with Austinites friends cheering in Latin Venezuelan textiles celebrating news before big scree
Posted inLocal News Political News World News

Trump Announces Capture of Maduro in U.S. Press Conference

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance President Trump announces capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The announcement sparks excitement among Austinites with ties to...
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Family huddles over small suitcase with cancelled flight board and Caribbean sky through airport windows.
Posted inBreaking News Travel News

Maduro Capture Shocks Caribbean Flights, Airlines Reschedule

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
> At a Glance > - Maduro captured and flown out, sparking widespread flight cancellations. > - No flights crossed over Venezuela that day; airlines...
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Child gripping pool railing with wet hand while adult looks down for drowning warning
Posted inConsumer News Product Safety

Blue Wave Pools Recall: 48-Inch Models Face Drowning Hazard

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Blue Wave recalling 48-inch and taller above-ground pools sold 2021-2025 Compression strap may let children climb in, creating a...
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Micah Shrewsberry coach standing outside Notre Dame arena with clenched jaw and score 72-71 on display.
Posted inCollege Basketball Local News Sports News

Notre Dame Coach Apologizes After Charging at Referee

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry apologized after charging at referee post-game. ACC issued a public reprimand for unsportsmanlike...
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Anthony Joshua standing with shoulders slumped in grief with flickering candles behind him and a crashed SUV in background
Posted inSports News World News

Anthony Joshua Returns Home After Fatal Nigeria Crash

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Former champion Anthony Joshua returns to Britain after fatal crash in Nigeria. Two friends, Sina Ghami and Latif "Latz" Ayodele, died...
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Police vehicle parked in dim alleyway with search warrant pinned to rear window reflected by neon lights
Posted inCrime News News Report

Davis Attorneys Push to Suppress Nighttime Search in Tupac Case

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026
At a Glance Attorneys argue the nighttime search warrant in the 1996 Tupac Shakur murder case was unlawful. The defendant, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is...
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