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Mikayla Melo

Incoming News21 Investigative Fellow | Editor-in-Chief of The Good Life Magazine | News Writer for the Maxwell School

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The NewsHouse • 10 October 2024

Students feel unsafe amid rising crime in Westcott Neighborhood

A student at SU woke to find her car keys missing. She reported a burglary and Syracuse Police responded. The next day, her car was stolen.

NCC News • 2 December 2024

New York's Clean Slate Act offers hope for formerly incarcerated individuals

The new law’s automatic sealing of criminal records paves the way for 2.1 million New Yorkers to overcome barriers to employment, housing and education.

NCC News • 28 September 2024

Illegal ATV driving in Syracuse escalating: What police are doing to crack down

While illegal motorbike/ATV driving in Syracuse may sound far-fetched, it is becoming a serious issue. Not only does it keep neighbors awake, tear through parks, and destroy city property, but it can have a dangerous outcome.

NCC News • 12 November 2024

Forensic Nurses Week highlights critical roles in supporting survivors of sexual violence

The initiative emphasizes the importance of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) in providing trauma-informed care, while addressing the nationwide shortage of professionals needed to support survivors.

The NewsHouse • 21 May 2024

I'm with … him? Gen Z voters don't like their options

The students’ lack of enthusiasm is shared by many in their generation. According to the 2023 Harvard Youth Poll, 69% of young people who plan to vote for President Joe Biden are doing so to avoid another term for former President Donald Trump. In contrast, two-thirds of young Trump supporters will cast their vote with enthusiasm for their candidate.

NCC News • 10 October 2024

Paw-some costumes and community spirit at Helping Hounds’ Pumpkins and Pooches

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — Surrounded by laughter and wagging tails, pet owners and their furry friends gathered in creative costumes to celebrate the season and support a local dog rescue.

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