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Posts by Isaac Y. Thornwell

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About Isaac Y. Thornwell

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.

Wooden raft bobbing on calm waters with 140 weary but determined figures huddled together
Posted inFeature Story Local News

University of San Diego Unveils “Angels Unawares” Sculpture Celebrating Migrant Stories

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
On Thursday, the University of San Diego unveiled “Angels Unawares”, a sculpture that brings together 140 figures huddled on a raft, symbolizing the...
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Medical professional stands with large screen showing CDC logo and vaccination schedule with red pen mark
Posted inHealth News Political News

CDC Drops 24-Hour Hepatitis B Birth Dose, Urges 2-Month Delay

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
The CDC has announced a sweeping change to the hepatitis B vaccination schedule for newborns, a move that has sparked immediate backlash from the...
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President Trump signs NDAA bill with raised hand near aircraft carrier and American flag
Posted inGovernment News Political News

Trump Signs Record $901 Billion Defense Bill, Adds Pay Raise and Ukraine Aid

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
On Thursday, President Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law, setting Pentagon spending at a record $901 billion for fiscal...
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Barry Manilow singing with iconic microphone amid soft hospital blue backdrop
Posted inEntertainment News Health News

Barry Manilow Announces Lung Cancer Diagnosis, Shares Treatment Plan and Rescheduled Concert Dates

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
On Monday, Barry Manilow, the iconic singer known for hits like "Mandy," posted a startling update on Instagram: he has been diagnosed with lung...
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Caleb Williams throws a game‑winning pass with DJ Moore leaping for a touchdown under Soldier Field neon lights
Posted inLocal News NFL Sports News

Bears Triumph in Overtime, 22-16, Over Packens with 46-Yard TD

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
In a dramatic overtime finish, the Chicago Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 22‑16, with Caleb Williams delivering a 46‑yard touchdown pass to DJ...
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Federal official confronts determined politician near U.S. Capitol at dusk with Supreme Court file and lawsuit.
Posted inLegal News Political News

DOJ Sues Washington D.C. Over Semiautomatic Weapon Restrictions, Citing Second Amendment Rights

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Monday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, suing Washington’s local government...
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Frazzled shopper standing between full and empty shopping carts with a grid showing hidden fees.
Posted inBusiness News Consumer News Tech News

Instacart to Pay $60M in Refunds After FTC Settlement Over Alleged Deceptive Fees

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
Instacart will refund $60 million to shoppers after the FTC accused it of hiding delivery and membership fees. FTC Settlement The U.S. Federal...
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Coach Ryan Day points at chalkboard diagrams with Brian Hartline beside him in a bustling Ohio State locker room.
Posted inCollege Football Sports News

Ohio State Names Ryan Day Play Caller for CFP, Handing Over Offensive Duties to Brian Hartline

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 24, 2025
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day will call the offense in the College Football Playoff, handing duties back to play caller Brian Hartline as the...
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Figure standing before White House door with Christmas lights and an American flag in the background showing tension
Posted inNews Report Political News Religion News

Florida Catholic Bishops Urge Trump to Pause Immigration Enforcement for Christmas; Business as Usual Continues

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025
On Monday, Florida’s Catholic bishops sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking him to pause immigration enforcement during the Christmas...
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Ornate wooden desk holds open files and a redacted document with CFPB shield logo and flag above sunset skyline backdrop.
Posted inGovernment News Political News

21 Democratic Attorneys General Sue CFPB Over Trump Administration Funding Plan

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025
In a bold move that could reshape the funding of a key consumer watchdog, 21 attorneys general from Democratic‑led states filed a lawsuit Monday...
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