Julia N. Fairmont - News of Austin

Julia N. Fairmont is a Senior Correspondent for newsofaustin.com, covering urban development, housing policy, and Austin’s growth challenges. Known for investigative reporting on displacement, zoning, and transit, she translates complex city decisions into stories that show how policy shapes daily life for residents.

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Michigan’s Interim Coach Biff Poggi Vows to Fix the Program and Seeks Permanent Role

Julia N. Fairmont December 24, 2025

Biff Poggi stood at the microphone, the room quiet as he declared, “I want to fix this program.” The statement came after a season of turmoil, a...

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Military News Political News

Trump Announces New ‘Battleship’ USS Defiant, Promising Speed, Size and Advanced Weapons

Julia N. Fairmont December 24, 2025

In a surprising announcement at his Mar‑a‑Lago resort, President Donald Trump unveiled plans for a new, large warship he calls a "battleship" as part...

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Corporate News Tech News

Industry Legend Vince Zampella, 55, Passes Away; Creator of Call of Duty, Respawn, Infinity Ward

Julia N. Fairmont December 24, 2025

Vince Zampella, the visionary behind the Call of Duty franchise and founder of Respawn Entertainment, died at 55, according to Electronic Arts.\n\n##...

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Government News Legal News Political News

Brennan’s Lawyers Urge Judge to Block ‘Judge-Shopping’ in Russia-Related Probe

Julia N. Fairmont December 24, 2025

In a move that could reshape the course of a high‑profile federal investigation, lawyers for former CIA Director John Brennan on Monday sent a letter...

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College Basketball Sports News

Texas Tech Overcomes 17-Point Deficit to Edge Duke 82-81 at Madison Square Garden

Julia N. Fairmont December 24, 2025

The roar of a sell‑out crowd at Madison Square Garden was the backdrop for a dramatic comeback that saw Texas Tech defeat undefeated Duke 82‑81. The...

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Political News World News

Trump Blasts Colombian President Petro Over Cocaine Concerns

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

At Mar‑a‑Lago, former President Donald Trump lashed out at Colombia’s new leader Gustavo Petro, warning that the Colombian president must shut down...

Business News Government News Tech News

FCC Bans All New Foreign-Made Drones, Blocking DJI and Autel

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

In a decisive move that will reshape the U.S. drone market, the Federal Communications Commission announced Monday it would ban all new foreign‑made...

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Local News News Report

Judge Hopes Pretrial Hearing in Mangione Murder Case Will End This Week

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

A judge in New York said Tuesday he’s optimistic that a pretrial hearing will end this week in Luigi Mangione’s murder case. Judge’s...

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Crime News Local News

Austin Police Seek Two Women in October Theft of Rolex Watch and Phone

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

In a startling turn of events, Austin Police are actively searching for two women who allegedly stole a man’s Rolex watch and phone on October 18,...

College Basketball Sports News

UConn Holds No.1 After Iowa Win; Texas Tech Re-enters Top 25, Louisville Rises to 13

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

UConn’s undefeated run continues after a decisive victory over then‑No. 11 Iowa in the Women’s Champions Classic, keeping the Huskies at the top of...