Adora is originally from the Detroit suburbs, received her undergrad in journalism from Wayne State University in Detroit and has spent her career working in Midwestern newsrooms. She was a general assignment reporter at WOSU, as well as their Weekend Edition Saturday host. Before making the jump into public radio, she was a live reporter for 9&10 News, a CBS affiliate in Cadillac, Michigan.
Adora loves hosting friends, exercising and meeting new people. She’s looking forward to learning more about Chicago (she is taking recommendations, too) and experiencing the city through the unique lens of a storyteller.
Adora Namigadde
Metro Reporter
Stories by Adora Namigadde
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‘State of Black Chicago’ highlights outcome disparities between Black and white Chicagoans
The new report spells out the disparities Black residents face in the city when it comes to health, wealth, education and more.
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More people can access Black history with Chicago Public Library’s new $2 million grant
A new Public Knowledge Ethnic Studies grant from the Mellon Foundation gives the Chicago Public Library $2 million to make access to Black history archives more equitable.
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‘Holy Week’ looks at the aftermath of MLK’s death
A new podcast looks at the religious implications of the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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How Pride in the Pews builds inclusivity in the Black Church
Pastor Don Abram believes the Black Church exists to uplift those on the margins. Now, he’s helping them welcome LGBTQ+ folks.
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Life, prayer and basketball: Sister Jean’s new memoir spans 103 years of life lessons
The first book from the Loyola basketball team’s beloved chaplain is fittingly called “Waking Up With a Purpose! What I’ve Learned in My First Hundred Years.“
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As book bans rise, Chicago-area libraries fight to protect access to reading materials
Libraries of all sizes across the Chicago area are taking on fights about the First Amendment in their children’s sections.
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The Rundown: Dixmoor’s water woes are plaguing residents
The south suburban city of Dixmoor has aging water infrastructure, but no money to replace it. That’s a big problem for residents.
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Residents of south suburban Dixmoor want a long-term fix to the village’s water problems
Dixmoor can’t afford to replace its aging infrastructure. Some band-aids are available, but residents aren’t hopeful.
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Former MCA curator creates Museum Exchange, first digital platform for art donations
The program connects museums to art donors across the country with a focus on lifting up women artists and artists of color.
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Members of a South Side church gutted by fire remain joyful and vow to rebuild
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church is using a funeral home for weekly services as it makes plans to rise from the ashes.
