Our team

• Maya Castillo-Reed Editor-in-Chief

  Maya oversees all editorial operations at the Chronicle-Tribune and sets the publication's strategic direction. She has spent over a decade in local journalism, with a focus on municipal government, housing policy, and economic development. She lives on Ann Arbor's west side with her family and two unruly dogs.

• David Okonkwo Managing Editor

  David manages the day-to-day editorial workflow, edits copy, and coordinates coverage planning. His background is in investigative reporting and data journalism, with a particular interest in public spending and government transparency.

• Sarah Lindqvist Senior Staff Writer

  Sarah covers Ann Arbor city government, land use, and transportation. She has reported on local politics and planning issues for several years and is known for her thorough meeting coverage and knack for translating complex zoning debates into plain language.

• Jerome Watkins Staff Reporter

  Jerome covers labor, workers' rights, and the local economy, including small-business stories and workforce issues across Washtenaw County. Before turning to journalism, he worked in community organizing and brings a deep understanding of the challenges facing working families.

• Priya Anand Staff Reporter

  Priya reports on education, the University of Michigan, and the arts and culture scene in Ann Arbor. She is passionate about covering the intersection of campus life and the broader community, and her features on local artists and musicians are reader favorites.

• Tom Brennan Contributing Editor

  Tom is a longtime Ann Arbor resident who contributes opinion columns and community analysis. He has written about neighborhood issues, local history, and civic engagement for various regional outlets over the years.