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.

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Rick Pitino Faces Kentucky Again, St. John’s Loses 78-66 in Atlanta

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

In a matchup that felt more like a reunion than a rivalry, 73‑year‑old Rick Pitino guided St. John's to a 78‑66 loss against his former team,...

Breaking News College Football Sports News

Toney’s Late TD Gives Miami a 10-3 CFP Win Over Texas A&M

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Malachi Toney’s 11‑yard touchdown reception with less than two minutes left lifted No. 10 seed Miami to a 10‑3 victory over No. 7 Texas A&M in the...

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Consumer News News Report

Cash, Gift Cards Still Top Holiday Picks as Secondhand Gifts Lag, Poll Finds

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

A new AP‑NORC poll shows that while most Americans still find cash and gift cards acceptable holiday gifts, secondhand and re‑gifted items are less...

Lions players walking off Ford Field stadium with scoreboard reading 29-24 Steelers and fans slumped in the stands

NFL Sports News

Lions Lose 29-24 After Two Controversial Penalties Nullify Go-Ahead Touchdowns

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Detroit's hopes of a dramatic finish were dashed when two controversial penalties in the final 22 seconds of a 29‑24 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers...

DK Metcalf reaches a fan’s arm with a shocked expression and stadium lights casting a harsh shadow.

NFL News Sports News

Steelers Receiver DK Metcalf Swiped at Fan During Ford Field Win Over Lions

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

During a Sunday afternoon showdown at Detroit’s Ford Field, Steelers wide‑receiver DK Metcalf became the center of a controversy that could ripple...

Senators debating with laptops glow and clock deadline in a tense committee room.

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Senate Health-Care Negotiations Stall as Dec. 31 Deadline Looms

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

As the Dec. 31 deadline for the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced subsidies approaches, Senate negotiators are left on a high‑wire act, having departed...

Cuban immigrant raising hands in surrender behind rearview mirror with windshield and ICE agent.

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ICE Agent Fires Shots at Cuban Immigrant in St. Paul After SUV Confrontation

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

An ICE agent fired shots at a Cuban immigrant in St. Paul, Minnesota, after the man struck the agent and another with an SUV, the Department of...

Feature Story Sports News

Matt Kuchar and Son Cameron Capture Record-Smashing PNC Championship Victory

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Matt Kuchar, after a year marked by the loss of his father, found an impossible moment of triumph when he and his son Cameron captured the PNC...

Box Office Entertainment News

Avatar: Fire and Ash Opens to $345M Worldwide, Faces 35% Domestic Drop

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Avatar: Fire and Ash opened with $345 million worldwide, marking the second‑best global debut of 2025 and nudging James Cameron closer to new...

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Government News Local News Political News

Texas Gov. Abbott Grants Clemency to Six Texans, Restoring Civil Rights

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Friday that he has granted clemency to six Texans, a move that restores their civil rights and acknowledges their...