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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Michigan House Democrats have introduced House Bills 5344-5354 that would make the vaccination rates of child care more accessible to parents. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The City of Ann Arbor's Office of Sustainability and Innovations is suggesting that residents be conservative with their outdoor salt usage this winter. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Eastern Michigan University is launching "Way Forward@EMU." It's a program aimed at helping students from local high schools become community health educators. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations is offering rebates to residents willing to hand in their gas-powered snow blowers. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The City of Ann Arbor is seeking public input on possibly narrowing several high-traffic roads within city limits. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Ann Arbor Police Department has rolled out its first electric patrol vehicle, marking a promising future for the city’s carbon-neutrality goals. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The federal government is freezing SNAP for Michigan recipients until state officials hand over data on the names and immigration status of all participants. WEMU’s Ana Longoria looks at the impact in Washtenaw County. -
Over 10,000 people are expected to explore numerous closed-off streets in downtown Ann Arbor tonight as part of "Midnight Madness". WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Ypsilanti Township officials are encouraging families in the local community to write a letter to Santa as part of a campaign to bring holiday cheer to the township. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
Ypsilanti is beginning the process of transitioning to dark sky compliant lighting around the city with its new ordinance. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.
