As a freelance reporter for NPR, I file short pieces for newscasts, features and web stories of national interest. I also occasionally appear as a guest on various NPR shows.
Michigan Redistricting Power Put to a Vote
The Democrats for Governor in Michigan Want You to Know Just How Progressive They Are
Michigan State Reaches $500 Million Settlement Over Nassar Abuse
I’m a co-host and producer of this weekly politics and news segment that airs on multiple stations across the state. The segment is a weekly conversation about important, and sometimes under the radar, statewide issues and why they matter to everyday people.
The District Lines Are Changing…Here’s Why You Should Pay Attention
Deep Dive into the Michigan Speaker of the House
Cracks Forming in Foundation of Bipartisanship in Lansing
Justices Vow #AgressiveNonpartisanship on State Supreme Court
Experts Weigh Michigan’s Piggy Bank, Setting Stage for Divided Government
These Whitmer Cabinet Picks Will Inherit Huge Problems at Pivotal Moments
Attempt to Make Petition Campaigns More Difficult Could Backfire on GOP
Can You Handle This Truth? You Need to Research Your MI Supreme Court Races
Making ‘Boring Bills’ Sexy Again
I cover Capitol news – from bills to board meetings, and everything in between. Our coverage goes out to all NPR stations in Michigan and airs during Morning Edition and All Things Considered. I also appear as a regular guest on various station shows for political analysis, such as WCMU’s Morning Edition, WDET’s Detroit Today, and WKAR’s Current State.
Features:
How the Fight Over Abortion Rights in Michigan Became More Partisan and Secretive In Just a Decade
What You Need To Know As Anti-Abortion Groups Get Ready To Canvass
Republicans push controversial lame duck legislation to curb Dems’ power
November election could signal change to Michigan’s political ‘color’
AG Schuette, former state Senator Whitmer, Libertarian Bill Gelineau win gubernatorial primaries
Television Ads Play Role In Democrats’ Race Leading Up To August Primary
Republican candidates in knock-down fight for governor
Engler defends his MSU interim presidency at US Senate hearing
Staffing shortage creates stressful, dangerous environment for Michigan corrections officers
Programs that reduce recidivism could be casualties in budget fight over prison spending
In about face, legislature OKs bills as donations pour in
Experts say outlawing female genital mutilation alone can’t stop it
Tribe working to make sure money isn’t an obstacle in school mascot debate
Michigan prosecutors balance new rights of juvenile lifers against promises made to victims
Story of Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, an entrepreneur and Flint resident, and his quest to revitalize Flint.
Assisted in covering a protest at the University of Michigan.
Assisted in covering the same sex marriage decision.
Engineered, edited and produced Jack Lessenberry’s daily essays and weekly morning interview from May 2015 – August 2015.
Organized, researched, and produced a week-long series for Stateside exploring marijuana in Michigan.
Produced an Audio Postcard following interviews with former female inmates.
Host and assistant producer for weekly podcast dedicated to speaking with innovators trying to better feed the world.
Group creates animations to teach agricultural methods
ArtPrize artists explore Michigan’s abandoned farms and child hunger
First Coronavirus, Then Tulip Time Canceled: Holland’s Businesses are Facing 1-2 Financial Punch
Ex-offenders Struggle to Find Housing in Grand Rapids’ Hot Market
Landlord Uses Prison Experience in Providing Housing for Ex-offenders
Did GVSU Discipline Official Who Pressured Student Newspaper to Drop Coach’s Hitler Comments?
Residents Left Out of PFAS Settlement Express Frustration
Grand Rapids School Board Closes Superintendent Search Meeting
Who Can Close the Lake Michigan piers? It’s Complicated, and Unique in Holland
Find all published articles on my contributor page
Federal Court Rules That Michigan’s Congressional Map Was Unfairly Gerrymandered
MSU Interim President Resigns Amid Anger Over Remarks About Sexual Assault Victims
Former Michigan State Gymnastics Coach Faces Charges In Nassar Investigation
The NCAA Tells Michigan State No Rules Violated In Larry Nassar Scandal
Freelance reporter covering the 2016 presidential election and breaking news.
Find all published articles on my contributor page
Published by Grand Rapids Business Journal, Lansing City Pulse, Traverse City Record Eagle, Holland Sentinel, Big Rapids Pioneer, MIRS, and Manistee News Advocate.
Grand Rapids Business Journal
Health workers to spot human trafficking
Debate over two and four-year degrees
Migrant workers’ housing still unsafe, civil rights officials say
Lansing City Pulse
State police reach out to diversify ranks
Health workers to be trained to spot human trafficking
Traverse City Record Eagle
Barely making it: Minimum wage still isn’t enough for single people in Michigan
State police reach out to diversify ranks
Migrant workers’ housing still unsafe, civil rights official says
Bills would help domestic violence survivors
Holland Sentinel
Package of state domestic violence bills would add victim protections
Big Rapids Pioneer
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