Michael Finnegan

New Orleans and Louisiana political reporting with investigative and breaking news focus

Multimedia journalist with experience covering criminal justice and organized crime, previously at VICE News.

Experienced reporter and bureau chief with a background in county editing. Skilled in news reporting and editorial leadership.

Focus on audience engagement and California-related journalism

Journalist and investigative reporter focused on government accountability, geopolitics, and sports.

Television journalist turned communications/public affairs leader and screenwriter. Experienced in public affairs and media communications. Holds an MFA degree.

Digital democracy and related political content in California

Reporter and producer focused on news content from Mexico City

Investigative reporting background, author, research firm partner focused on open source analysis

Advocate for learning and embracing discomfort in journalism

Multimedia journalist with experience in politics and nonprofits, capturing and amplifying voices that audiences and policymakers must hear.

Politics reporting focused on political news and developments

Specializes in digital media, writing, editing, events, nonprofits, cultural and race topics

Health enterprise reporting focused on California and related topics

Content leadership, writing, journalism ethics, former CBS and NBC news experience

Government, politics, and criminal justice expertise in Nevada and California

Investigative reporting with strengths in communication and organization

Editor-in-chief with expertise in online journalism and media content

Focus on digital news reporting and local Southern California topics

Handles difficult investigative assignments under tight deadlines

Written for Mother Jones and The Nation; fact checking and reporting expertise

AI and automation policy coverage focused on California politics

Travel reporting focused on Southern California and global travel experiences

Editorial page content with bylines in major national and regional publications

California politics and state government coverage

Crime, history, misfits, and buildings coverage in California

Content focused on crime and investigative reporting

Freelance journalist with experience at Key Media in Canada

California economy, policy, and related topics coverage

Democracy and politics reporting focused on San Francisco Bay area