Isaac Y. Thornwell - News of Austin

Isaac Thornwell covers transportation and urban mobility for News of Austin, reporting on how infrastructure and planning decisions shape the city’s growth. A Texas A&M urban planning graduate, he’s known for translating complex transit data and policy into clear, impactful stories for Austin residents.

Crowd watching fireworks over torii gates at dusk in Tokyo with a police officer silhouette and rooftop figure orange jacket

News Report World News

New Year’s Eve 2026: Fireworks, Tragedy, and Global Celebrations

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

> At a Glance > - Fireworks lit in Sydney with heavy police presence and NY Times Square ball dropped. > - Tragedies: Swiss resort bar fire, Hong...

Friends bundled up stand in front of neon diner with foggy winter night on New Year

Local News Weather

Austin’s 2025 New Year’s Eve Forecast: Record Heat and a Cool Front

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance New Year's Eve lows in the upper 30s to low 50s. Friday's high projected at 85°F, breaking the 2023 record of 83°F. A late...

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Business News Economic News

US Jobless Claims Drop 16,000 as Unemployment Rises to 4.6%

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance U.S. jobless claims fell 16,000 to 199,000 for the week ending Dec. 27. Four-week average of claims rose 1,750 to 218,750. Unemployment...

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Breaking News Sports News

Patriots Lineman Barmore Faces Domestic Assault Charge

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance Patriots lineman Christian Barmore charged with misdemeanor assault after his girlfriend says he threw her to the ground. Complaint...

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Crime News Local News

Austin Police Seek Two Suspects After October 12 Assault

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance Austin police are searching for two suspects after an October 12 aggravated assault near Sixth and Neches Streets. The victim sustained...

Arch Manning raises arms in victory with confetti swirling and Texas Longhorns scoreboard showing 41-27

College Football Sports News

Texas Wins Citrus Bowl 41-27 Over Michigan, Arch Manning’s 60-Yard Run Fuels 10-Win Season

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance Arch Manning leads Texas to a 41-27 Citrus Bowl victory over Michigan. Texas scores a 60-yard run to take a 38-27 lead. Michigan faces a...