Gavin U. Stonebridge - News of Austin

Gavin U. Stonebridge covers municipal contracts, law enforcement oversight, and local government for News of Austin, focusing on how public money moves—and sometimes disappears. A Texas State journalism graduate, he’s known for investigative reporting that turns complex budgets and records into accountability stories.

Tarique Rahman standing on a crowded Dhaka street with a sea of people looking up and vibrant textiles behind him.

Political News World News

Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17 Years in Exile, Promises Safe Nation

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

After more than 17 years in exile, Tarique Rahman, the son of former Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia, landed in Dhaka on Thursday, promising...

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Business News Market News World News

Asian and U.S. Markets Trade Light as Christmas Eve Arrives, Dynavax Surges on Sanofi Deal

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

Christmas Eve brings a quiet trading day for global markets, but a few headline movers keep investors’ attention. Asian Markets Show Mixed...

Smiling young girl standing before a wooden door with a crack and a plaque reading Helping Hand Home in a garden

Feature Story Human Interest Local News

Helping Hand Home for Children: 132 Years of Healing for Austin’s Most Vulnerable

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

In Austin, a quiet beacon of hope has been guiding children toward recovery for more than a century. Helping Hand Home for Children, now celebrating...

People gather around table in Texas with Christmas light spilling onto backyard and snowflakes falling

Local News Weather News

Warm Christmas Day in Central Texas; Cold Front Brings Light Rain for New Year’s Eve

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

Central Texas enjoys a warm Christmas Day as a cold front looms for New Year's Eve. Warm Christmas Day Morning clouds and fog give way to a...

Old wooden desk holds a large stack of files labeled Epstein Records with flickering fluorescent light and scattered papers

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Justice Department Delays Release of Millions of New Epstein Documents, Senators Demand IG Audit

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

The Justice Department said Wednesday that it may need a few more weeks to release all of its records on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after...

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Arts & Culture Breaking News Political News

Kennedy Center Cancels Christmas Eve Jazz Concert After Trump Name Added to Building

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

The Kennedy Center’s long‑standing Christmas Eve jazz concert was pulled from the schedule after the White House announced that President Donald...

Zinedine Zidane cheering with his son Luca in Algerian jerseys while fans wave flags at the Africa Cup of Nations stadium.

Football Sports News World News

Zidane Watches Son Shine as Algeria and Ivory Coast Open AFCON with Wins

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

On Wednesday, the Africa Cup of Nations opened with two decisive victories that set the tone for the tournament. Algeria defeated Sudan 3‑0 in...

Kilmar Abrego Garcia walking into doorway with joyful reunion hugging around him and a festive Christmas wreath behind

News Report Political News

Judge Grants Kilmar Abrego Garcia Temporary Release Ahead of Christmas

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant, will be able to spend Christmas with his family after a Maryland judge issued an order that lifts the...

Taped demolition notice hangs on storefront door with vinyl stack and bright Austin city map beside it

Business News Local News

Waterloo Records Leaves Historic Sixth & Lamar Site as Demolition Approaches

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

A familiar vinyl shop that has been part of Austin’s music scene for nearly four decades has just vacated its historic spot on Sixth Street and Lamar...

Bullet casing lying abandoned on weathered dock with glassy lake reflecting Florida sun

Crime News Local News

Suspected Serial Shooter: Manatee County Woman Faces Second-Degree Murder After Two Ex-Husbands Killed

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 25, 2025

A shocking series of shootings in Florida has put 51‑year‑old Susan Avalon in the spotlight as she faces a second‑degree murder charge after two of...