Selected examples of award-winning reporting produced earlier in my career, focused on public accountability, criminal justice, and institutional decision-making. This experience continues to inform my approach to communications through an emphasis on accuracy, ethics, and an understanding of how information is received once it becomes public.
FREE AFTER 42 YEARS IN JAIL
Investigative Reporting | Criminal Justice
Context
In-depth reporting examining wrongful conviction, systemic failures, and the long-term human impact of incarceration.
Why it matters
Demonstrates experience handling sensitive subject matter, sourcing under pressure, and presenting complex legal issues clearly and responsibly.
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THREE-HOUR STAND WITH PONTIAC POLICE ENDS IN TEAR GAS
Breaking News | Public Safety
Context
Real-time coverage of a volatile standoff between police and a barricaded individual, including on-the-ground reporting as events unfolded.
Why it matters
Illustrates calm decision-making, accuracy under deadline pressure, and an understanding of crisis dynamics.
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“I DON’T THINK I’LL EVER GET OVER IT”
Narrative Reporting | Human Impact
Context
A deeply reported human-impact story examining the long-term emotional consequences of trauma.
Why it matters
Highlights empathy, narrative discipline, and emotional intelligence—qualities that strengthen executive storytelling and internal communications during periods of change or uncertainty.
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RAPE CASE GOING TO TRIAL DESPITE INCONSISTENCIES
Court Reporting | Criminal Justice
Context
Coverage of a sexual assault case proceeding to trial despite evidentiary inconsistencies, requiring careful sourcing and precise language.
Why it matters
Shows disciplined judgment, ethical restraint, and the ability to communicate about highly sensitive issues without speculation or bias—critical for executive and regulatory communications.
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PONTIAC HAUNTED BY HEALTH-CARE AND PENSION OBLIGATIONS TO RETIREES
Enterprise Reporting | Public Finance & Policy
Context
Enterprise reporting on long-term municipal financial obligations and the policy decisions affecting retirees and taxpayers.
Why it matters
Demonstrates the ability to translate complex financial and policy issues into clear, accessible narratives—an essential skill in professional services and advisory communications.
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