Diana Opong
Reporter & Host
About
Diana Opong is a general assignment reporter at KUOW, committed to illuminating impactful stories throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her journalistic lens spans between environmental phenomena like invasive green crabs to transformative milestones in ballet. Rooted in curiosity, Diana's approach to reporting blends meticulous research with collaborative storytelling, ensuring her work resonates deeply with audiences. She has also showcased her expertise as a freelance host for NPR's Life Kit and as a spot news reporter for NPR News, consistently delivering insightful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: she/her
Professional Affiliations: Member of SBJA, PMJA, SPJ, AIR Media
Stories
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Is Kamala Harris a lock for the Democratic nomination?
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As Harris steps forward, WA congresswoman says racist and sexist tropes won't hold her back
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King County launches 100 day effort to confront gun violence
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Mental health pilot program at Seattle schools is working, but challenges remain
Officials say they are seeing results from a pilot program that began last year to provide enhanced mental health services for students at a handful of Seattle schools. But they say the need for those services across the district remains high.
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Reading recomendations to get you through the summer
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Concerts begin at Remlinger Farms, but community concerns linger
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21,000 Washingtonians to get payout from lawsuit over fake plastic surgery reviews
A Seattle-area plastic surgery business and its owner have agreed to a $5 million settlement in a federal lawsuit that charged the company with coercing patients into providing falsified online reviews to help boost its reputation.
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Expanded water taxi service means easier access to and from Seattle for Vashon Islanders
For the first time in years, the King County water taxi is expanding its sailings.
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After 25 years, the Makah will be allowed to hunt whales once again
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Should schools ban cell phones?