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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.

President Trump confronts President Maduro with confident pose and defiant expression amid protest banners and flags
Posted inPolitical News World News

Trump’s Venezuela Raid Sparks Latin American Rift

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance President Donald Trump's raid on Maduro marks a decisive U.S. assertion in the hemisphere. Right-wing leaders across Latin America...
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Suit-wearing figure gazing up at glowing financial market screens with neon skyscrapers and dusk glow
Posted inMarket News World News

Oil Falls, Gold Soars as Markets Calm After Maduro Raid

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Oil fell to $56.96 a barrel after a brief rise. Gold and silver jumped 2.7% and 6.6% amid the Maduro raid. Asian shares surged, with...
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Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy negotiating at a wooden table with warm golden lighting and a map of Eastern Europe
Posted inPolitical News World News

Trump Says Ukraine and Russia Are Closer to Peace After Meeting Zelenskyy

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are closer to a peace deal after meeting Zelenskyy at his Florida resort. Negotiations still...
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Figure bracing against wind with snowflakes swirling and a dark storm cloud looming overhead
Posted inBreaking News Weather

Cyclone Brings Blizzard-Grade Snow, 25-ft Waves, Sudden Cold Front

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Intense cyclone hits Midwest with heavy snow, blizzard, 25-ft waves on Lake Superior Southern states face sudden cold front, rain, and...
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Freida Parton sits at Dollywood on a bench with a note asking for prayers and glow while Dolly Parton walks in the background
Posted inEntertainment News Local News

Freida Parton’s Prayer Request Spurs Dolly’s Reply

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Freida Parton asked fans to pray for Dolly in October. Dolly responded with a playful reassurance that she's fine. The sisters share a...
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Lawmakers debating at table with DOJ Epstein Files papers and Obamacare Subsidy Extension
Posted inGovernment News Political News

House Battles Epstein Files, Obamacare, and Funding Deadline in January

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance DOJ's rolling release of Epstein files sparks congressional backlash. House to decide on a 3-year Obamacare subsidy extension. A Jan. 30...
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Marco Rubio standing before American flag backdrop with Venezuelan flag on his shoulder and Caracas in the background.
Posted inPolitical News World News

Rubio Says U.S. Won’t Run Venezuela After Trump’s Claim

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Marco Rubio says the U.S. will not take day-to-day control of Venezuela. Donald Trump previously claimed the U.S. would run Venezuela...
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Raiders celebrating their No.1 pick with confetti and a glowing LED scoreboard showing 34-17 at Allegiant Stadium
Posted inNFL Sports News

Raiders Secure First Draft Pick After Giants’ Win

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Raiders secure the first overall pick after the Giants' 34-17 win over the Cowboys. The Giants finished 4-13, giving the Raiders the...
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Medical aid worker tending wounded person with Ukrainian drone hovering above damaged farmhouse and Russian border fence
Posted inPolitical News World News

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Russian Border Regions

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Ukrainian drones killed two people in Russia's Belgorod and Kursk regions. Three people were wounded in Ukraine's Kharkiv region. The...
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Traveler standing at terminal gate clutching boarding pass with worried look while American Airlines logo looms and security
Posted inBreaking News Political News

U.S. Airlines Cancel Caribbean Flights After FAA Airspace Closures

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026
At a Glance Major U.S. airlines cancel dozens of Caribbean flights after FAA airspace closures. Flights to Puerto Rico, Aruba, Dominican Republic,...
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