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 City of Ann Arbor’s Fire and Police Departments are holding a memorial service for the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Local officials are reflecting on how emergency services have changed since that day. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Washtenaw County Health Department has issued an information warning after two bats with rabies were discovered locally. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations (OSI) has submitted its testimony challenging DTE’s proposed electric rate increase in an ongoing administrative law case. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
The Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan (RTA) is expanding its services to meet the growing needs of working commuters traveling between Ann Arbor and Detroit. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
Ypsilanti Community Schools has received authorization to establish its second International Baccalaureate Programme. The district began its first IB Programme focusing on career-related fields last year. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has been getting an increasing number of reports of residents and businesses being targeted by impersonation scams. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports. -
Local Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, alongside Democratic New York Congressmen Tim Kennedy and Joe Morelle, introduced a bill that could prevent the renaming of any of the Great Lakes. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details. -
The Ann Arbor Fire Department launched a community engagement campaign to reduce potential fire risks during back-to-school parties. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Huron River has experienced an uptick in litter over the past several years. The City of Ann Arbor has been working on ways to address this growing issue. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story. -
Juicy Kitchen is making a comeback after a freezer fire closed the restaurant for over 11 months with its recent reopening. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.
