Hannah E. Clearwater - News of Austin

Hannah E. Clearwater covers housing and development for News of Austin, reporting on how growth and policy decisions reshape neighborhoods. A UT Austin journalism graduate, she’s known for investigative work on code enforcement, evictions, and the real-world impacts of city planning.

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Science News Tech News

Bernshteyn Bridges Infinity and Algorithms in New Theorem

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Anton Bernshteyn links problems about infinite sets to network-communication algorithms. The bridge connects descriptive set theory with...

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Consumer News Health News

Hydration Drinks Compared: Sugar, Sodium, and Sweetener Showdowns

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Over 20 hydration drinks vary widely in calories, sodium, and sugar. Some contain high artificial sweeteners; others have low...

Business News Consumer News

Sprinkles Cupcakes Shuts Down After 20 Years

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Sprinkles Cupcakes closed after 20 years of vending-machine sweetness. Former owner Candace Nelson says the shutdown surprised...

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Local News Political News

Mamdani Begins First Day: Subway Ride, Order Revokes, New Office

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance New Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins his first full day riding the subway, revoking Israel-related orders. He pledges a legal fight against a...

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Local News News Report Political News

Minnesota Must Submit $185M Child-Care Data by Jan. 9

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Minnesota must hand over child-care data by Jan. 9 after the Trump administration froze federal funds. Inspections of 9 centers linked...

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Breaking News Local News

18-Year-Old Dies in Lubbock Fireworks Accident

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance 18-year-old killed in fireworks accident on Jan. 1 in Lubbock. Police received a call at 7:21 p.m. near North Ulrich Ave. & Dartmouth...

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Local News News Report

Austin 311 Receives 593 Fireworks Complaints Over New Year’s

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Austin 311 received 593 fireworks complaints during the New Year's holiday. That is a drop from 841 complaints the previous year. 353...

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Legal News Political News

Judge Keeps Pipe Bomb Suspect Brian Cole Jr. Locked Until Trial

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Judge Matthew Sharbaugh orders Brian Cole Jr. to stay in custody pending trial. Cole allegedly continued buying explosive parts through...

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Consumer Deals Tech News

Western Digital Drops 15% Discounts, Free Shipping, Eco Perks

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance 10% off first order via email sign-up Free standard shipping on $50+ for non-members; members get free shipping on all eligible...

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Business News Tech News

Tesla Loses Title as Best-selling EV Maker to BYD

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Tesla delivered 1.64 million cars in 2025, a 9% drop from 2024. Chinese rival BYD sold 2.26 million vehicles, overtaking Tesla. Sales...