LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Josh Sanchez has been named one of many prime ten Veterans in Journalism honorees by the Navy Veterans in Journalism group.
Josh Sanchez
“The Military Veterans in Journalism team congratulates each of this year’s Top 10 Veterans award winners,” stated MVJ Partnership Director Devon Lancia. “This achievement marks their dedication to making an impact and informing the American public via quality coverage, and we are honored to have these journalists as part of the MVJ community.”
Sanchez, who moved to WLNS sister station WOOD TV 8 earlier this yr, was honored for his work with the 6 Information Investigates Staff of landlord Christian Nwobu.
Nwobu lives in East Lansing and both owns or manages 42 properties in Lansing. A 6 Information investigation revealed most of the properties weren’t correctly inspected and licensed as leases within the metropolis. Lots of the properties have been red-tagged, that means town had deemed them as unsafe to dwell in. The investigation additionally revealed he owed tons of of 1000’s of {dollars} in overdue property taxes.
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6 Information reporter Josh Sanchez listens to a Ring doorbell greeting at VSDO. (WLNS)
Within the net announcement of the awards, the non-profit group defined why every of the ten journalists, together with Sanchez, have been chosen.
The Prime 10 awardees are acknowledged for his or her achievements in shaping the media panorama with their insightful reporting and profound storytelling. This yr’s winners have displayed distinctive talent, compassion, and a relentless dedication to shedding mild on necessary points. The work they’ve produced exhibits their unwavering dedication to their career and the pursuit of reality.
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The group’s judges chosen a report within the collection on Nwobu concerning the individuals dwelling within the landlord’s properties.
