Maya Rodriguez

Bureau Chief · Austin, TX

Maya Rodriguez has been a stalwart in Austin journalism for over 15 years, previously serving as the city editor at the Austin American-Statesman. She holds a Master's in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin and has a knack for uncovering stories that resonate with the community.

2 stories from Maya Rodriguez in San Antonio

A playful African lion, Tatu, at the San Antonio Zoo

Community

A roaring welcome awaits: San Antonio Zoo announces new lion Tatu

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the San Antonio Zoo, children squealed in delight, their eyes wide with anticipation. The air buzzed with excitement as families gathered, eager to welcome a new resident to the zoo: Tatu, a 7-year-old African lion, who is making his...

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A somber courtroom scene during the Shane James Jr. trial in Austin, Texas.

Community

Shane James Jr. trial: Day 2 of testimony focuses on evidence from deadly 2023 shootings

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue across the Austin skyline, the somber atmosphere inside the courtroom reflected the gravity of the case at hand. The second day of testimony in the trial of Shane James Jr. unfolded with a haunting intensity, as families and friends of the...

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