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.

Zohran Mamdani standing at podium with confetti in blue and green and a mayor smiling in inauguration attire amid New Yorkers

Local News Political News

New York’s First Muslim Mayor Sworn In Amid Cold Inauguration

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance New York City's first Muslim mayor sworn in at a midnight ceremony. He immediately revokes executive orders from the previous...

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Business News Market News

2025 Markets: Tariffs, AI, Bitcoin Surge and Dip

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance The S&P 500 returned 18% in 2025, ending on a record high. Tariff shocks in April triggered a near 5% plunge. Bitcoin peaked at $125k...

NFL Sports News

Lamar Jackson Confirms He’ll Play vs. Steelers

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance Lamar Jackson confirms he'll play vs. Steelers Sunday night. First game missed this season due to back injury; earlier hamstring...

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Astronomy Science News

Supermoon Dims January’s Quadrantid Meteor Shower

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance Supermoon on Saturday will dim Quadrantid meteor shower. Expected sightings drop from ~25 to under 10 per hour. Bright full moon appears...

NBA Sports News

Jokic to Miss 16 Games After Hyperextended Knee

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance Jokic diagnosed with a hyperextended left knee, out for about four weeks Denver Nuggets sit 3rd in the West at 22-10, with a potential...

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Entertainment News Film & TV

The Housemaid Film Debuts with Sweeney, Seyfried, Sklenar

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance Film adaptation of Freida McFadden's novel now in theaters Stars Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried and Brandan Sklenar Directed by Paul...

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Health News Local News News Report

41 Initiates Die in South Africa’s Summer Circumcision, 41 Arrests

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance 41 initiates died in South Africa's summer circumcision initiation. 21 deaths recorded in Eastern Cape province. 41 arrests linked to...

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Consumer News Local News

New Year’s Eve: Store Hours and Closures Revealed

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Most major retailers open on New Year's Eve but close on New Year's Day Some keep regular hours on both days Many close early or have...

Tatiana Schlossberg sitting in a botanical garden with soft filtered light and a rose near a vintage bench and eyes down

Breaking News Feature Story Health News

JFK Granddaughter Tatiana Schlossberg, Journalist, Dies at 35

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, died after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She was a granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and an...

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Government News Local News

Williamson County Renews 911 Mental Health Dispatch Program

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Williamson County renews 911 dispatch mental health diversion agreement. Partnership with Bluebonnet Trails embeds mental health...