Behind the Byline

It’s often hard to follow what’s going on in other parts of the world without getting biased, incomplete snapshots that serve to stir up more confusion or even misinformation.

Many Pittsburghers are aware of the constant developments taking place in and around the city – new housing, businesses moving and city officials deciding which projects are worth prioritizing.

When it comes to uplifting the voices and accomplishments of our community members, it’s critical that individuals of all identities get a seat at the table to share their experiences.

It’s easy to generalize about Pittsburgh families – what they need, their daily challenges and the resources that would best serve them.

Katie Green, the Neighborhood News Network editor for Trib Total Media, discusses her passion for helping local news sources thrive.

Meet Gretchen McKay, a wife, mother, runner, cyclist and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s food editor.

Lynne Hayes-Freeland is one of Pittsburgh’s most beloved media personalities, and now I know why.

Rob Taylor was publishing stories before the internet existed — or he could drive.

It wasn’t Charlie Deitch’s decision to leave Pittsburgh City Paper, but in hindsight, without that change, he may have never been impelled to produce his own publication.

Alex Trebek, Jesse Owens, Henry Mancini, Hank Aaron.

Andrew Stockey was the first reporter I ever met.

Nationally and close to home, the news media continues to undergo upheaval, from shrinking newsrooms to reduced publication schedules.

You might recognize the name Sean Collier in more than one way.

Meet Eric Heyl, a veteran local journalist and field editor for Patch. During our discussion, Eric and I talked a lot about what’s happening in the news industry these days and what it’s like to be a reporter.

In almost all of our interviews, we’ve heard many of our local reporters say they’ve dreamed of becoming a journalist since they were a child.

From radio to print to stage, Paul has certainly kept busy in his journalism and acting career.

Interviewing local reporters has been fascinating.

In my interview with managing editor Halle Stockton, she shares the nonprofit news organization’s earnest mission — delivering a public service by investigating stories that help make Pittsburgh a better community.

I had the honor of meeting Mike Holden at Kennywood’s Steel Curtain media day last July. He’s relatable, always smiling and “loves a story that is heartfelt and real.”

This week’s Behind the Byline features Amanda Waltz, a senior writer at the Pittsburgh City Paper.

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Welcome to our newest feature, Behind the Byline. Each issue, we’ll feature the people bringing us the news – from reporters to producers and podcasters.