Yasmine Jumaa
Yasmine Jumaa is a former LPM race and equity reporter. A native Palestinian, she’s interested in issues of diversity, access and themes of inequality.
Before coming to LPM she covered housing and evictions for NPR member station VPM in Richmond, Virginia, where she received regional, Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in diversity, equity and inclusion — and in sound. The Virginia Associated Press Broadcast Awards also recognized Jumaa's reporting on Richmond’s public housing authority in its best continuing coverage category. She also published a series investigating two state museums’ records on matters of equity — both internally and to the public.
When Jumaa’s not reporting on her next story, she’s likely making a mess in the kitchen, trying to find a body of water to swim in or spending time with her dogs Nico and Mr. Junior.
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The American Printing House for the Blind is part of an initiative that aims to improve standards for digital braille for a more comprehensive reading experience. -
A Metro Council effort aims to extend emergency home repair aid to residents who need it to stay warm this winter.
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A big winter storm is expected to hit the eastern and central parts of the country Thursday. Here are some safety resources and tips for those living in the region.
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The measure restricts unsheltered people from sleeping on public property, and would allow the city to confiscate their personal belongings if placed in public walkways.
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Kentuckian Chris Hartman got married on the White House lawn this week shortly after President Joe Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law.
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This week in Louisville, residents who celebrate will have several event opportunities to get into the Christmas spirit.
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Groups in eastern Ky. are asking for new and gently used items, including winter necessities, holiday decorations and gifts for all ages.
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City officials considered another controversial change to an ordinance once meant to protect houseless residents.
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Natalie Harris with Louisville’s Coalition for the Homeless talks about a proposal that could make it easier for the city to clear encampments and confiscate people’s belongings.
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Louisville Metro officials say they’re launching more permanent, neighborhood-based counseling services in the new year.
