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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Russia May Be Developing Anti-Satellite Weapon Targeting Starlink, AP Reports

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

AP reports two NATO intelligence services say Russia may be building an anti‑satellite weapon aimed at Elon Musk’s Starlink...

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Rizo Velovic’s Survivor Journey: From Fire Challenge Exit to 50th Season Return

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

Rizo Velovic, known as RizGod, was eliminated after the fire challenge in Survivor Season 49. The elimination followed the infamous fire making...

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Local News News Report

Atlas Van Lines Finds Texas Migration Balance at 50% In 2025

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

Atlas Van Lines reports that Texas' migration balance remains level in 2025, with inbound and outbound flows each at 50%. The company’s annual...

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U.S. Forces Interdict Oil Tanker Centuries Off Venezuela, Marking Second Seizure in Weeks

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

U.S. forces stopped the oil tanker Centuries off Venezuela’s coast on Saturday, marking the second interdiction in less than two weeks as President...

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6-Year-Old Honorary Deputy Sworn In by Travis County Sheriff’s Office

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

In a touching ceremony on Thursday, the Travis County Sheriff’s Office welcomed 6‑year‑old Jaxson Zimmerman as an honorary deputy, celebrating his...

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India and New Zealand finalize a trade deal, giving zero-duty access for Indian goods and opening markets for Kiwi products, aiming to double trade in five years

Julia N. Fairmont December 23, 2025

India and New Zealand announced Monday that they have reached a free trade deal, a move that could reshape their economic relationship and provide a...