Kelly Mena is a Multimedia Journalist at NY1. With a focus on political reporting, urban development, and public policy, she has a passion for storytelling that highlights community issues and engages her audience. Kelly's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as CNN and KPTV, showcasing her commitment to impactful journalism.
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New York City, United States (Local)
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Kelly Mena's coverage focuses primarily on local government and politics in New York City, with a significant emphasis on announcements and legal policy regulation. Given this focus, pitches to Kelly should center around local political developments, budgetary issues (such as cuts or funding allocation), legislative changes, and immigration policies within New York City.
Experts who have insights into the intricacies of city governance in New York City would likely resonate well with Kelly. Additionally, sources directly involved in the topics covered such as municipal unions, advocacy groups dealing with migrants' rights, or individuals impacted by budget cuts may also be of interest to her reporting.
Given the localized nature of her coverage area (New York City), pitches should emphasize relevance to this specific geographic location.
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Polls have officially opened for this year's primary election season. Voters were out from Queens to Manhattan on Saturday, casting the first ballots.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Sen. Bernie Sanders rallied in Brooklyn for three candidates ahead of next week's primary
From door knocks to the ballot box, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso took his campaign straight to voters on Monday.
Burgos accused Mamdani of establishing the board with the sole purpose of delivering on his promise. In February, the mayor appointed six members to the nine-member committee just as this year's process was set to start.
“At this time there are no specific and credible threats, and we are taking every possible precaution,” Mamdani said.
Health officials say they believe the source of the bacteria is likely a cooling tower. So far officials have tested one-third of the cooling towers in the affected area
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still in awe that he gets to live at Gracie Mansion. “It's an incredible place, and I still struggle to believe I live here," he said.
By: Kelly Mena
Democratic Socialist of America members from across the country are calling for campaigns to stop working with former Graham Platner adviser and Mayor Zohran Mamdani campaign manager, Morris Katz.
By: Kelly Mena
When booking a ticket, reserving hotel or buying a concert pass, there can be extra fees you never saw coming.
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