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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.

Dust plume rises from airstrikes over Abuja with sunset orange glow and fighter jets overhead.
Posted inPolitical News World News

Trump Claims US Airstrikes Hit Nigerian IS Forces Targeting Christians

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance US claims powerful strike on Nigerian IS forces targeting Christians Trump says strikes were approved by Abuja and coordinated with...
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Zohran Mamdani stands in subway station with mayor swearing midnight oath to flag and street art glowing in golden light
Posted inLocal News Political News

New York’s First Muslim Mayor Sworn in Amid Historic Subway Ceremony

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance New York's first Muslim mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is sworn in at a historic subway station and City Hall. The ceremonies include a midnight...
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Ken Seals raises arms in victory on the field with scoreboard showing 30-27 overtime win and cheering teammates
Posted inCollege Football Sports News

Ken Seals’ First Start Leads TCU to Alamo Bowl Win Over USC

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance Ken Seals makes his first start for TCU in the Alamo Bowl. TCU defeats USC 30-27 in overtime. Seals throws 258 yards, 29 completions,...
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Empty workstation in abandoned cybersecurity lab showing flickering screens and coffee mug with golden light casting long sha
Posted inGovernment News Security News Tech News

CISA Loses 1,000 Staff, Trump Cuts Threaten Cybersecurity

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance CISA lost about 1,000 staff, over a third of its workforce. The agency now faces a 40% vacancy rate in key mission areas. Officials warn...
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Citizens gather around screen showing election results in Austin with skyline of glass towers and sunset sky reflected
Posted inAnalysis Political News

Democrats Gain Momentum in 2025, Economy Woes Threaten GOP

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
> At a Glance > - Democrats gained momentum with wins in Virginia, New Jersey, NYC mayor, Georgia PSC, Miami mayor, and California redistricting. > -...
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Attorneys and officials standing at courthouse entrance with waving county flags and a broken chain fence under sunset sky
Posted inGovernment News Local News Political News

Texas AG Paxton Cannot Enforce New Prosecutor-Data Rule, Court Says

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
> At a Glance > - Texas AG Ken Paxton barred from enforcing Chapter 56, a rule that would force 13 large counties to hand over prosecutorial data. >...
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Crowd watching fireworks over torii gates at dusk in Tokyo with a police officer silhouette and rooftop figure orange jacket
Posted inNews Report World News

New Year’s Eve 2026: Fireworks, Tragedy, and Global Celebrations

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
> At a Glance > - Fireworks lit in Sydney with heavy police presence and NY Times Square ball dropped. > - Tragedies: Swiss resort bar fire, Hong...
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Friends bundled up stand in front of neon diner with foggy winter night on New Year
Posted inLocal News Weather

Austin’s 2025 New Year’s Eve Forecast: Record Heat and a Cool Front

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance New Year's Eve lows in the upper 30s to low 50s. Friday's high projected at 85°F, breaking the 2023 record of 83°F. A late...
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Figure holding a briefcase looks down under a dim skyscraper with a faint job market chart and jobless claims headline
Posted inBusiness News Economic News

US Jobless Claims Drop 16,000 as Unemployment Rises to 4.6%

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance U.S. jobless claims fell 16,000 to 199,000 for the week ending Dec. 27. Four-week average of claims rose 1,750 to 218,750. Unemployment...
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Woman crashing down with arms outstretched, silhouette against harsh light and blurred doorway.
Posted inBreaking News Sports News

Patriots Lineman Barmore Faces Domestic Assault Charge

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance Patriots lineman Christian Barmore charged with misdemeanor assault after his girlfriend says he threw her to the ground. Complaint...
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