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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An unvaccinated child connected to the first case through close contact is the seventh confirmed measles case in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The Ann Arbor Education Association (AAEA) is inviting the community to watch and discuss the district’s upcoming Board of Education meeting. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The City of Ann Arbor is working quickly to remove trees around Liberty Street Creek to improve stormwater quality and prevent further erosion. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Zingerman’s has announced it will be shutting down Cornman Farms at the end of October due to shifting business priorities. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
A fourth individual in Washtenaw County is being monitored by the health officials as a potential fourth case of measles locally. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Washtenaw County Health Department is advising residents to remain cautious as a third measles case has been confirmed in the area. -
Lynn Conway is remembered for her breakthroughs that helped shape modern computing. She was also a strong advocate for the visibility of women in computer science. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has this story for Women’s History Month. -
The City of Ann Arbor is changing the names of two of its parks with input from the local community. WEMU's Ana Longoria has the story. -
ICE agents showed up in downtown Ypsilanti and arrested a male driver of a pickup truck early Wednesday morning. A passenger fled the scene while leaving a child behind. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
A long-standing downtown Ann Arbor staple, Krazy Jim’s Blimpy Burger, is closed for renovations as the restaurant enters new ownership. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.
