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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The financial forecast for the start of the holiday season among businesses along Ann Arbor’s Main Street is looking to be in the black for Black Friday. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels has announced a lofty goal of delivering over 22,000 meals over the course of this holiday season. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
Several organizations across Washtenaw County, including Trinity Health Hospital in Chelsea, are hosting free Thanksgiving dinners for those who wish to have some company during the holiday. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Hope Clinic in Ypsilanti is helping hundreds of Washtenaw County families make Thanksgiving dinner possible by providing baskets full of holiday fixings on Wednesday morning starting at 10 AM. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The City of Ann Arbor is offering a program allowing residents to exchange gas-powered leaf blowers for rebates towards rakes and electric leaf blowers. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The Washtenaw Intermediate School District is bracing itself for the shutdown of the Department of Education after President Trump announced he is accelerating plans for its end. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
There is some concern in the local community about Ann Arbor Public Schools' (AAPS) move to phase out certain world languages from some of its schools. Staffing challenges and shifting trends in language education are driving the changes. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
Trinity Health Hospital in Ann Arbor, working with the Interfaith Hospitality Network, has opened Alpha House East on its campus for families experiencing homelessness. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Those in the transgender community gather today to remember fellow trans people who have lost their lives due to self-harm or violence. Locally, there’s a growing unease among trans people about their safety due to recent political and medical decisions. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
With travel on the horizon for many for Thanksgiving next week, local health officials are sharing some precautions to help people avoid getting sick during the holiday. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
