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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Local residents can pay respects today at Eastern Michigan University’s 9/11 memorial. Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Ypsilanti Fire Department reached a new union deal with the city that, among other things, protects pregnant firefighters from having hours reduced. Ana Longoria has more. -
Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, alongside Texas Republican Congressman August Pfluger, introduced the PROTOCOL Act to the House with hopes of expanding broadband accessibility. Ana Longoria has the details. -
Amid student protests and candlelight vigils at the start of school year at U-M, the student body government passed a 25-15 vote to end the freeze on student organization funding. Ana Longoria has the story. -
The Michigan Department of Education has stepped in to help the Washtenaw Intermediate School District, or the WISD, just in time for the new school year. Ana Longoria has this report. -
A recent study from three children’s hospitals has found that patient information relating to racial and ethnic designations is often inaccurate. WEMU’s Ana Longoria shares this report. -
This Labor Day weekend saw the groundbreaking for the long-awaited Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreational Center. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more. -
Eastern Michigan University cut the ribbon Wednesday on its two new student housing apartment buildings. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.
