Lauren Melendez has spent the majority of her career at NBC affiliate stations serving the Midwest, starting as a weekend anchor and investigative reporter in Peoria, Illinois, followed by anchoring at WOWT NBC Omaha.
A Philadelphia native and Syracuse University graduate, she is an Associated Press Award-winning journalist who has moderated political panels, hosted primetime specials on race relations, emceed fundraisers and volunteers regularly in the community.
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Boston starts cleaning up after snowstorm; snowy and slick roads in some areas
From Boston to Worcester, people woke up to a snow-covered state. Leominster got hit with about 5 inches of snow, and the jackpot area was Holden with 6 inches. The quick-moving system pushed through overnight, limiting its impact. The snow has stopped, but it’s still on the ground. And it’s going to be important to get that snow out of…
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Mass. State Police to continue Michael Proctor's trial board hearing next month
The lead investigator in the Karen Read murder case faced a board of his colleagues Wednesday regarding misconduct allegations he has faced for his behavior during the high-profile investigation. Trooper Michael Proctor has been suspended without pay since July. He’s a 10-year veteran of Massachusetts State Police who earned $102,000 as salary last year plus an additional $35,000 in other…
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Trump appears to blame wind turbines for killing whales in Mass., drawing criticism
Comments made by President-elect Donald Trump regarding whale safety in Massachusetts are drawing criticism from some animal experts. Trump made serious claims that Mass. is responsible for killing several of the mammals in recent months during a Mar-a-Lago news conference in which he appeared to attack renewable energy. He called it “garbage” and made clear that he wants to ban…
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Jimmy Carter's unique connection to Mass., and how he sparked the craft beer industry
Beer lovers can raise a glass while honoring our nation’s 39th president. Jimmy Carter is a huge reason America’s craft beer scene is thriving today.
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Examining President Jimmy Carter's legacy: A textbook definition of the American Dream
Jimmy Carter’s legacy as a president and philanthropic pioneer is also a coveted subject for historians. They’re also mourning his death for the trailblazing path he forged, one they say will be hard to replicate. Carter’s life was a textbook definition of the American Dream, and what one local historian admires because of how he blended his compassion for...
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Rain is on the way but we're still dry for now as 20+ brush fires continue burning
We’re finally expecting some much-needed rain in the forecast Thursday, but we remain dry Wednesday as Massachusetts continues to experience many brush fires statewide.
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Brockton enacts $200-a-day fine for homeless encampments
City councilors in Brockton, Massachusetts, voted to crack down on homeless encampments Tuesday after a heated public meeting. In a 7-to-4 vote, they approved a new ordinance that would fine people camping on public property $200 a day. The council also voted to punish loitering in public places with a $50 fine. During the meeting, some councilors emphasized that Salisbury…
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Defense, prosecution argue motions as Karen Read's new trial draws nearer
Attorneys in the Karen Read case returned to the Norfolk Superior Court Wednesday to discuss a series of motions ahead of the upcoming trial, including a request from both sides to push the trial start date back. Karen Read was represented Wednesday by attorneys Alan Jackson, David Yanetti and Elizabeth Little. The Commonwealth was represented by special prosecutor Hank Brennan,…
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Election Day arrives: What Harris, Trump had to say in their final pitch to voters
The race for the White House has finally reached the finish line. Voters across the nation will head to the polls Tuesday to pick our new president. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are off the campaign trail and preparing to settle in the locations where they will spend election night. For Harris, it will be Howard…
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Battleground blitz: Harris, Trump make final push ahead of Election Day
It is the final day of campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. With a race this close, neither candidate can afford to lose steam, which is why we saw each of them rallying support in battleground states over the weekend. Harris spent Sunday in Michigan, traveling to three major areas. One of them was East…
