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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.

Jeffrey R. Holland stands at the podium with warm golden light behind him and subtle stained glass in the Mormon Tabernacle
Posted inNews Report Religion

LDS Church Leader Jeffrey R. Holland Dies at 85

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Jeffrey R. Holland, 85, former BYU president and next-in-line LDS apostle, died in Salt Lake City. He succumbed to complications of...
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Camille Rast raising her arms on podium with hopeful glow blurred mountain silhouette in background
Posted inSports News World News

Camille Rast Wins World Cup, Honors Bar Fire Victims

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Swiss skier Camille Rast wins World Cup giant slalom in Crans-Montana She dedicates victory to victims of a bar fire that killed 40...
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President Trump stands with clenched fist beside an American flag and a mirror reflecting Maduro being taken away
Posted inBreaking News Political News World News

Maduro Seized, Trump Says U.S. Will Run Venezuela, Sparks Protests and Travel Chaos

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Nicolás Maduro was seized by U.S. forces and flown to New York. President Donald Trump said the United States will run Venezuela...
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Young woman reading a book under an umbrella on her porch with a soft overcast sky and misty glow on the suburban street
Posted inLocal News Weather

Austin Weather: Sunny Saturday, Cool Night, Warm Week Ahead

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Saturday sunny with high temps in the 70s Tonight cools to the 30s and 40s, clear skies Tomorrow stays in the 70s with light south...
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Text warning about covert operation with legal notice and caution symbol
Posted inPolitical News World News

U.S. Seizes Venezuelan President Maduro in Night Raid

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance U.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife during a covert operation in Caracas. President Donald Trump announced the U.S. would...
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Robby Ashford leaping with arms outstretched after touchdown with confetti falling and Wake Forest logo shining in dark blue
Posted inCollege Football Sports

Wake Forest Wins Duke’s Mayo Bowl 43-29, Ashford Earns MVP

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Wake Forest tops Mississippi State 43-29 in the Duke's Mayo Bowl. Robby Ashford throws 303 yards, 3 passing TDs, 50 rushing yards, 2...
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Panthers player hovering above ice with stick reflected and fans cheering in pastel jerseys and fireworks overhead.
Posted inLocal News Sports News

Miami Winter Classic: Rangers Beat Panthers 5-1 in Record-Warm Game

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Rangers defeat Panthers 5-1 in Miami's 2026 Winter Classic. Attendance 36,153, the second-warmest NHL game at 63°F. The game featured...
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Diane Crump standing proudly with helmet and racing glove in front of a wooden gate and backdrop female jockey horse racing
Posted inFeature Story Sports News

Pioneering Jockey Diane Crump Dies at 77

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Diane Crump, first woman to ride professionally in a horse race, died at 77. She won 228 races and rode in the 1970 Kentucky Derby. Her...
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Person reviewing data on laptop with natural light and a faint Texas map grid behind, AI dashboard visible.
Posted inGovernment News Local News Tech News

Austin Unveils AI Guidelines to Protect Data and Empower Citizens

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Austin releases new AI guidelines to protect data and keep humans in charge Guidelines align with Texas's TRAIGA law effective Jan...
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Person standing under wooden gazebo looking up at thunderstorm with lightning illuminating Florida highway
Posted inNews Report Science News

Lightning Claims Over 500 Lives in U.S. Since 2006

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026
At a Glance Lightning has killed over 500 Americans since 2006. Florida tops the list with 97 deaths; Texas follows with 42. More than 160...
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