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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Mexican Navy Plane Crash Near Galveston Kills Five, Search Races Along Texas Coast

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

A small Mexican Navy aircraft crashed into Galveston Bay on Monday afternoon, killing at least five of the eight people on board. The incident...

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Crime News Local News

Lancaster County Gold Theft: $1.3M Stolen from Two Elderly Victims in Social Security Scam

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, Pennsylvania State Police have launched an investigation after more than $1 million in gold was taken from two elderly...

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Political News World News

Ukraine and 34 Nations Approve New Claims Commission to Seek Reparations from Russia

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

In a decisive move, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 34 other nations formally approved a new compensation body on Tuesday, setting the...

Business News Sports News

Grand Slam Track Owes Olympic Medalists Over Six-Figure Sums Amid Bankruptcy Filing

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

Sydney McLaughlin‑Levrone and other Olympic medalists are among those owed six‑figure sums by Grand Slam Track, the racing league that filed for...

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Infrastructure News Local News Transport News

Rome Unveils Two Subway Stations Beneath the Colosseum and Porta Metronia

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

Rome opened two subway stations on Tuesday—one deep beneath the Colosseum—melding modern transport with ancient artifacts. A Subway Beneath...

Calendar shows 64,000 new jobs with vibrant office and whiteboard shows 105,000 lost jobs with dim room and faint FedReserve

Business News Economic News

US Labor Market Slows After November Gains, While October Sees Record Job Losses

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

The U.S. labor market swung dramatically in November, adding 64,000 jobs while shedding 105,000 in October. The unemployment rate climbed to 4.6%,...

Police officer reflecting in dim karaoke hallway in Cedar Park, badge visible through glass, golden light casting shadows.

Local News Police & Law Enforcement

Cedar Park Grand Jury Finds No Criminal Wrongdoing in Officer Shooting

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

Incident Details A grand jury in Cedar Park has found no criminal wrongdoing by police officers who fired a shot at a karaoke bar on Nov. 2. The...

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Government News Political News

House Conservatives Back SPEED Act After Securing Concessions on Renewable Approvals

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

House conservatives threatened to block a key infrastructure bill on Tuesday, but the hardliners ended their saber‑rattling after securing...

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Congressional News Health News Political News

Democrats Keep Door Open for Bipartisan Obamacare Subsidy Extension as Congress Races to Act

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

In a move that could shape the fate of millions of Americans, the head of the House Democratic Caucus told reporters on Tuesday that Democrats are...

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Sports News World News

Safonov’s Penalty Mastery Gives PSG First Global Title

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

Paris Saint‑Germain celebrated a historic triumph when backup goalkeeper Matvei Safonov stopped four consecutive penalties to secure a 2‑1 shootout...