Richard Cunningham
Producer - Engaged JournalismExpertise: People and communities, audio storytelling, race, social policy, local politics and the economy
Education: University of Maryland, Baltimore County - Bachelor of Arts, media and communication studies
University of Missouri - Master of Arts, journalism, specializing in interactive media
Experience:
Richard Cunningham began his journalism career as an intern at WAMU in Washington, D.C. Later, he moved to Los Angeles to work as an associate producer at American Public Media's "Marketplace." As a producer of engaged journalism at 91制片厂, he uses his skills to collaborate with local community members to tell personal stories.
Highlights:
- 2021 National Association of Black Journalists Salute to Excellence Award - Public Affairs, Radio, "
- Directed the live daily broadcast of American Public Media's flagship program, "Marketplace"
Why trust 91制片厂?
The mission of 91制片厂 is to be a trustworthy and dynamic multimedia source for illuminating the world around us. Our highest priority is providing news and information that is reliable and accurate, that is gathered with integrity and professional care and that is presented with precision and respect for the intelligence of our audiences. We are transparent about how we discover and verify the facts we present and strive to make our decision-making process clear to the public. We disclose relationships, such as with partners or funders, that might appear, but will never, influence our coverage.
Email Richard
-
Cleveland's North Coast Yard pop-up is open for the summer on the lakefront next to the Steamship Mather. -
As skate culture starts to rise in Mansfield, Justin Esterline is using skateboarding to reach the city's youth. -
Beekeepers in Cleveland's Central neighborhood hope to keep their colonies alive while they build a community around their craft. -
After a deadly shooting between teens, the Shaker Heights Public Library has worked to maintain its communal offerings and social programs for youth. -
Nonprofit groups in Cleveland decried federal funding cuts to programs designed to prevent gun violence. -
'Will my life be cut short too?': Cleveland 10-year-old wants action after gun violence kills friendAfter losing his best friend to gun violence, Lorenzo Roberson has called on the City of Cleveland and its leaders to combat the issue before more lives are lost. -
Getting used to a new city is hard, but it can be even harder when you're lonely. -
Niki Farahmand uses her social media accounts to help anxious Northeast Ohioans conquer their fears and build community. -
The Lorain County Urban League provides a new violence interruption program with a public health approach to solving gun violence. -
As 2025 arrives, Northeast Ohioans are setting fitness goals for their New Year's resolutions. Some locals say Rocky River Reservation's Fort Hill Stairs provide a cost-effective spot to sweat while enjoying nature.
