Ana Longoria
ReporterAna Longoria joined WEMU as a reporter in August 2024, driven by a deep passion for capturing the pulse of local news.
Growing up, Ana faced the challenge of childhood apraxia, a speech impairment that required extensive therapy. Overcoming this obstacle ignited her determination to continually push her vocal abilities. Inspired by countless episodes of This American Life and her love for voice acting, Ana found her calling in interviewing.
During her time at Eastern Michigan University, Ana secured an internship with WEMU’s Lisa Barry, serving as a Production Assistant for All Things Considered. Lisa’s support, humor, and guidance became invaluable treasures that Ana carries with her.
Outside the newsroom, Ana indulges in a variety of interests. She is passionate about voice acting and enjoys narrating stories behind the mic. A fan of board and card games, anime, and Dungeons & Dragons, Ana also loves traveling to northern Michigan with her long-time girlfriend.
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Washtenaw Community College is aiming to cultivate mobility industry talent with its new laboratory. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has been vigilant about reducing the number of gun violence incidents in the county. They report a downward trend in recent years. WEMU’s Ana Longoria takes a closer look. -
The Ann Arbor Fire Department is raising community awareness about fires caused by the unsafe use of lithium-ion batteries. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The National Institute of Health has bestowed a $500,000 grant to an Eastern Michigan University chemistry professor and her team to continue groundbreaking cancer and Alzheimer’s research. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Washtenaw County Health Department is relieved that the new state budget will continue to support essential local health services. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Washtenaw Intermediate School District is receiving more money per student thanks to Michigan’s new education budget. School officials, though, are disappointed with some aspects of the budget. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for phone and email scams impersonating law enforcement. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Union members of the American Federation of Government Employees Local 2092 are standing in solidarity with those whose health care is at risk as the federal shutdown persists. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Ypsilanti District Library is defending residents’ right to read commonly challenged material during Banned Books Week. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
Several local organizations concerned about pedestrian safety have released a study saying that traffic-related injuries and deaths in Ann Arbor have not decreased but rather increased in recent years. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
