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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Brown University Shooting Investigation Seeks Public Tips After Police Release Footage

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

The Shooting That Shocked Providence\n\nThe attack on Brown University Saturday killed two students and wounded nine, sending shockwaves through the...

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Trump Announces $1,776 Checks for 1.45 Million Troops, Blames Inflation on Biden

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

President Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday, announcing that military service members would receive checks for $1,776 each, a number that...

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Texas AG Sues Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense and TCL Over Smart-TV Data Collection Claims

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed lawsuits against five major smart‑TV manufacturers, accusing them of spying on Texans through automated...

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Legal News Political News

Justice Department Appeals Dismissals of Comey and James Cases After Judge Declares Prosecutor Unlawful

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. Justice Department has filed appeals to reverse the dismissal of criminal cases against former FBI Director...

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Congress Health Policy Political News

Four Moderates Break Rank Over ACA Subsidy Vote

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

Four moderate House Republicans from swing districts defied Speaker Mike Johnson’s leadership by signing Democrats’ petition to force a vote on...

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Luke Weaver Signs $22M Two-Year Deal with the Mets

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

Luke Weaver has inked a two‑year, $22 million contract with the New York Mets, a move that brings a former Yankees closer into a rebuilding pitching...

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Congress Health News Political News

Centrist Republicans Secure 218 Signatures on Democratic Discharge Petition, Forcing Obamacare Vote

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

Wednesday, centrist Republicans defied House leadership by signing a Democratic discharge petition, securing the 218 signatures needed to force a...

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EU Faces Legal Roadblocks as Russia Sues to Free Frozen Assets

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

EU leaders are set to decide whether to tap tens of billions of euros in frozen Russian Central Bank assets to support Ukraine’s war effort. The core...

Hakeem Jeffries standing on Capitol steps holding a tablet showing rising health costs with a warm sunset glow

Health News News Report Political News

House Democrats Urge Immediate Vote on ACA Subsidies Before Dec. 31

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

On Thursday, House Democrats called on Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to hold an immediate vote on extending the enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies...

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Vatican Displays Homeless Man’s Portrait Near His Grave

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 22, 2025

A portrait of a homeless German man, Burkhard Scheffler, who died in 2022, now hangs in the Teutonic College chapel at the Vatican, a stone’s throw...