Jon Shirek is a journalist based in Atlanta, Georgia. He writes for 11Alive and WMAZ-TV, focusing on local news stories that impact the Atlanta community. Jon covers a range of topics, including social issues, crime, politics, and human interest stories.
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Jon Shirek’s coverage spans a range of topics within the local context, focusing on government and politics, crime, education, economy, and community-related issues. He also covers evolving stories and breaking news.
Given his focus on expert commentary and government announcements in addition to evolving stories and breaking news, he would likely be interested in pitches that offer access to local experts or officials who can provide insights related to ongoing developments in Georgia or Atlanta. Pitches should aim to provide credible perspectives on political matters at the state level or local community initiatives.
Stories about crime may be appealing if they highlight unique aspects of law enforcement practices or shed light on social issues affecting communities in Georgia or Atlanta. Additionally, topics related to education reforms or economic trends specific to this region could capture Jon's interest as well.
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By: Reeves Jackson, Kelsey Stanger, Jon Shirek
These calls might make you laugh, but it's important to understand that 911 calls are meant for emergencies only.
By: Jon Shirek, Kelsey Stanger
These calls might make you laugh, but it's important to understand that 911 calls are meant for emergencies only.
By: Jon Shirek
State Senators may be ready to cast a committee vote on whether to grant craft brewers limited permission to bypass distributors and sell directly to retailers.
By: Jon Shirek
One week after two people were shot at McEachern High School's parking lot, parents and students at a community meeting demanded action from the administration.
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — An annual tradition, the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, opened Tuesday night to a sold-out crowd.
Parents of students from McEachern High School in Cobb County will begin presenting their new school security plan to the school board in two weeks.
Friday night in the atrium of the world's busiest airport was typical—someone was making the rounds, asking for money.
By: Jon Shirek
The plan is to ban the general public from Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport except ticketholders, people picking up or dropping off, and employees.
The daughter of construction worker Nathaniel McCreary, Alyssa McCreary, wept as she spoke of his love for family and others — and his forgiving spirit.
By: Jon Shirek
Nathaniel McCreary is the construction worker who was struck and killed by a driver early Tuesday morning while he was working on the side of Interstate 75 in Clayton County.
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