Anika Hope joined NBC 10 Boston as a reporter in August 2024. Originally from a rural, two-stoplight town in north Florida, Anika’s passion for storytelling led her to Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. There, she immersed herself in all things journalism, gaining invaluable experience through internships at ABC 7 Chicago, Dateline NBC and the Medill Justice Project. Her college years also took her to Israel and Qatar, where she had the opportunity to speak with local leaders and produce stories on ongoing issues for an American audience.
Anika began her on-camera career as a multimedia journalist at WVVA, an NBC affiliate in West Virginia. She then moved to her home state of Florida, reporting for WINK, the CBS station in Fort Myers, and later for WESH 2 News, the NBC station in Orlando, as an investigative and general assignment reporter. In Orlando, Anika won an Emmy for her work in continuous coverage of a deadly rollercoaster accident.
Beyond the newsroom, Anika has lent her voice to documentaries, airing on HBO, Netflix and Apple TV. When she’s not chasing stories, you can find her exercising, enjoying live music or crafting the perfect Instagram reel.
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MBTA displays mockup of new Green Line train in Boston
A model of the MBTA‘s next-generation Green Line train is outside Boston City Hall, where commuters can get a glimpse of features designed to improve their rides. The Type 10 train car, set to replace the existing fleet gradually over the coming years, represents the MBTA’s most accessible model to date. The mock-up will be displayed through Wednesday, from 7…
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Why do I smell smoke? How brush fires are affecting air quality in Boston area
Many people in the Greater Boston area woke up to the smell of smoke – and a brush fire on the North Shore is likely to blame.
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Northeastern University puts locks on some restrooms after prostitution allegations
Northeastern University has made security changes after allegations of prostitution on campus. Students say multiple restrooms on the school’s Boston campus now have locks on them, requiring them to tap their IDs. Safety concerns had been raised by students, faculty and staff. The school said in a statement that it had “implemented enhanced access requirements inside Mugar Hall, including...
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A year later, search continues for Mass. veteran suspected of killing wife
Tuesday marks one year since Breanne Pennington, a young mother of four, was found shot to death in her Cherry Street home in Gardner, Massachusetts.
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Middleborough home condemned after 17 dogs found living in filth, police say
More than a dozen dogs and several other animals were found living in such filth at a home in Middleborough, Massachusetts, that health officials condemned the building, town officials confirmed Friday. Animal control officers found 17 dogs, two cats, a turtle and a guinea pig living in the home on Precinct Street while executing a warrant in an animal welfare…
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Gov. Sununu brushes off NH trail leaf-peeping concerns: ‘We love the crowd'
Responding to concerns that New Hampshire’s trails were too crowded with leaf-peepers during peak fall foliage, Gov. Sununu said, “We love the tourism.”
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Hingham parents sue school district, claiming son unfairly punished for AI use
A Massachusetts family has filed a lawsuit against Hingham Public Schools claiming their son was unfairly punished for using artificial intelligence to research for a class project. The case, which could have broader implications for how schools nationwide handle AI policies, has drawn significant attention from both legal experts and educators. Jennifer Harris, the mother of a Hingham High School…
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When leaf peepers pile onto New England trails, it can ruin fall foliage for all
Midway into October, the vibrant fall colors have drawn thousands of visitors to New England’s trails eager to capture the beauty of autumn. But the influx of hikers has led to concerns about overcrowding and safety, especially in popular spots in New Hampshire. State park officials are excited to see so many people enjoying the outdoors, but they urge hikers...
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Back-to-back hurricanes intensify anxiety over climate change
As communities recover from the devastation of two major hurricanes, many face an emotional toll that extends beyond the physical damage. Hurricane Milton struck Florida just a week and a half after Hurricane Helene, leaving a path of destruction—and heightened stress and grief. The emotional impact is affecting people as far away as Boston, where so many have a...
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Airbnb hosts step in to offer shelter to those fleeing Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton barrels toward Florida’s Gulf Coast, authorities are issuing stark warnings, urging residents in evacuation zones to leave immediately or risk their lives. “If you choose to stay in one of those evacuation areas, you are going to die,” Tampa Mayor Jane Castor said during a press briefing Wednesday, echoing the sentiments of emergency officials statewide. “You...
