Lauren Melendez has spent the majority of her career at NBC affiliate stations serving the Midwest, starting as a weekend anchor and investigative reporter in Peoria, Illinois, followed by anchoring at WOWT NBC Omaha.
A Philadelphia native and Syracuse University graduate, she is an Associated Press Award-winning journalist who has moderated political panels, hosted primetime specials on race relations, emceed fundraisers and volunteers regularly in the community.
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MBTA ranks highest in derailments across major transit systems, report finds
Safety concerns are always top of mind for T riders, and despite the agency’s recent efforts to bring the system back to full speed, new data compiled by the Boston Globe shows there are still a lot of improvements to be made. According to the paper, the MBTA surpassed major states like California and New York, earning the title...
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Everett mayor under fresh scrutiny over use of city funds
The Everett City Council voted Monday night to review all payments the city made to Mayor Carlo DeMaria in the last decade
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Police seek ‘unknown number' of suspects in Wakefield double shooting
Two men were found shot inside a car Tuesday evening in Wakefield, Massachusetts, and are suffering serious injuries in the wake of the incident.
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25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports go into effect overnight
In the latest move by the Trump Administration, steep tariffs on international metal imports have taken effect overnight.
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Boston revisits its sanctuary city law at city council hearing
A city council committee meeting on Monday centered on Boston’s Trust Act — a policy that has been in the national spotlight amid Republican-led criticism of so-called sanctuary cities.
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Frederick ‘Flips' Richard hopes his uniform design can change the face of his sport
Olympic bronze medalist Frederick “Flips” Richard said he’s dreamt of creating a more modern uniform that blends professionalism, performance and comfort.
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Everett city councilors demand mayor repay bonuses totaling $180K
City councilors in Everett, Massachusetts, demanded that $180,000 in bonuses paid to the city’s mayor be returned during a special meeting on Tuesday night.
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Getting to know Massachusetts Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt
Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt discusses her lifelong love of transportation, why she’s passionate about her work, and shares some personal details
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New details in case of Revere women found dead in Belize hotel room
The deaths of 24-year-old Imane Mallah, 23-year-old Kaoutar Naqqad and 26-year-old Wafae El Arar remain under investigation by authorities in Belize.
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Revere community seeks answers following deaths of three local women in Belize
Community members in Revere, Massachusetts, are demanding answers after three local women were found dead in a hotel room in Belize.
