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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For the first time in its history, McNeil Island is releasing more patients than it's taking in
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How a century-old church in Tacoma is trying to become affordable youth housing
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Environment
Firefighters battle wildfire threatening small Western Washington town
A wildfire that ignited last Wednesday west of Brinnon in Jefferson County, has now burned 398 acres and is less than 10% contained. The blaze has prompted a significant firefighting response from across Washington state and beyond.
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Updates are coming to this 60-year-old treaty guiding the Columbia River
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Exploring the intersection of art and landscape in the Pacific Northwest
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Animals
Point Defiance Zoo mourns loss of beloved elephant Suki
Suki, a former circus elephant and resident of Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma, has died after nearly 28 years at the facility.
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Food
A slice of harmony: Pagliacci Pizza and Seattle Opera join forces
Pagliacci Pizza and Seattle Opera have joined forces to celebrate the premiere of the beloved opera "Pagliacci," running through Aug. 17 at McCaw Hall.
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Economy
In Point Roberts, tourists' slow return prompts questions about the peninsula’s future
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Arts & Life
New director hopes to hit the right note at Seattle Opera
The Seattle Opera announced Thursday that it has hired James Robinson, the long-time artistic director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, as its new general and artistic director. Robinson begins in his new role Sept. 4, 2024.
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Community of Point Roberts struggling as tourists are slow to return