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.

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Clashes in Aleppo, Turkey’s Urgent Talks, and a Stalled SDF Integration Deal

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

On Monday night, gunfire and shelling erupted in Aleppo’s Sheikh Maqsoud and Achrafieh neighborhoods, forcing dozens of families to flee. The clashes...

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Political News World News

Trump Administration Recalls Nearly 30 Career Diplomats, Targeting ‘America First’ Ambassadors

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

In a move that could reshape the U.S. diplomatic presence abroad, the Trump administration has recalled nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial...

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Art News Local News

Banksy Confirms New London Mural Featuring Two Children Pointing Skyward

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

The New Mural On a quiet Monday morning in London, a new black‑and‑white mural appeared on the side of a building in Bayswater. The image shows two...

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Science News Weather News

Atmospheric Rivers: The Wet Powerhouses Shaping California’s Water and Weather

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

When a colossal plume of moisture crosses the Pacific, it can turn a calm afternoon into a torrent, a quiet valley into a flood zone, and a snowpack...

Local News Science News World News

Lake Naivasha’s Rising Waters Flood Homes, Displace Thousands and Threaten Kenya’s Flower Industry

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, a Kenyan family woke up to find their home and farm submerged beneath Lake Naivasha’s rising waters. The Ngome family,...

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Business News World News

China Imposes Up to 42.7% Tariffs on EU Dairy Imports Amid Trade Row

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

China announced provisional duties that could reach 42.7% on dairy products imported from the European Union, a move that takes effect on...

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Consumer News Tech News

FCC Updates Interactive Map to Help Consumers Find the Fastest Internet

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

If you’ve been frustrated by slow pages or glitchy video calls, the FCC’s latest update to its interactive map might give you a clearer picture of...

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Government News Political News

Senate Dems Demand Full Release of Jeffrey Epstein Files, DOJ Responds With Partial Disclosure

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

Senate Democrats are demanding a full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, arguing that the Trump administration has violated a newly passed...

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College Football Feature Story Sports News

Indiana Coach Curt Cignetti Wins AP Coach of the Year Again as Hoosiers Finish 13-0

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

Indiana finished the season unbeaten, capturing a 13‑0 record, the Big Ten title, and a No. 1 spot in the AP poll, all while coach Curt Cignetti was...

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Government News Political News

Judge Leans to Deny Trump’s White House Ballroom Halt Request

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., is leaning toward denying the National Trust for Historic Preservation's request to temporarily halt President...