Senior Military and Political Reporter, WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)
Mike Gooding is a Senior Military and Political Reporter for WVEC-TV, a local news station in Norfolk, Virginia. With over 35 years of experience, Mike covers a wide range of military and political topics, providing in-depth analysis and reporting on issues that impact the Hampton Roads community. His work has also been featured on WTOL 11.
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States (Local)
Mike Gooding's coverage primarily focuses on government and politics, particularly pertaining to military-related topics with a significant emphasis on local (United States, Virginia, Hampton Roads) news. He is likely to be interested in pitches related to local legislation affecting the military or veterans' affairs.
Given his focus on legal policy regulation and government announcements, he may be open to sources who can provide insight into how specific policies impact the lives of service members or veterans within his geographic scope. Additionally, Mike appears keenly attuned to mental health issues within the military community and may appreciate expert commentary from professionals working directly in this field.
Pitches should be tailored toward local events or individuals connected with these topics as they relate specifically to the United States, Virginia, or Hampton Roads area.
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By: Mike Gooding
This move follows Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's decision to keep quiet about his January hospital stay.
By: Mike Gooding
Top generals and an admiral tell the Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee that childcare is "critical" to mission readiness.
By: Mike Gooding
The Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman says the country is divided enough and "what we don't need is foreign governments trying to interfere."
By: Preston Steger, Mike Gooding
On Thursday, Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, the Pentagon's press secretary, said he expected the pier to be put into position quickly, but delivery hasn't started.
By: Mike Gooding
The Defense Department's Basic Allowance for Housing hasn't kept pace. The Blue Star Families and House Armed Services Committee called for an increase.
By: Jason Walsh, Jeb Little Creek, Mike Gooding
The program hit its 50th anniversary and held a graduation ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek.
By: John Bag, Mike Gooding
Live, virtual, constructive training at center replicates intense, difficult training environments crews might face while deployed.
Recurrent flooding on streets leading into and out of Naval Station Norfolk cited as one example of climate change's impact.
By: Mike Gooding
The Senate Armed Services Committee Ranking Member said, "The truth is, our naval fleet is too small and too old."
By: Mike Gooding
U.S. Army 7th Sustainment Brigade soldiers played a key role.
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