Wambui Kamau
General Assignment ReporterWambui Kamau is a General Assignment Reporter for WYPR.
From a young age, Wambui enjoyed storytelling. Growing up, she admired journalists like Catherine Kasavuli, Christiane Amanpour and thought, "I can do that," and so she did.
Previously, Wambui reported and produced in the Midwest. In fact, she was part of the team that won an Edward R. Murrow award for Continuing Coverage of the Daunte Wright Trial in Minneapolis, MN.
Wambui looks forward to covering Baltimore's unique neighborhoods, city hall and everything in between.
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Blighted row houses in East Baltimore have been rehabilitated into affordable units where 15 international teachers are now living onsite. -
During the town hall, attendees formed small groups to discuss strategies for attracting more residents, resources for renters and homeowners and improving affordability. -
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit on Wednesday against the owners of the ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing its collapse in March. -
At a news conference, three of the six families announced they will be filing a complaint against Grace Ocean Private Limited, the ship’s owner. -
Morgan State University and a local restaurant hosted Baltimore voters who cheered and jeered for their candidate during the presidential debate. -
Baltimore’s Housing Department enacted the fixed pricing program earlier this year. It allows residents and community land trusts to purchase city-owned vacant properties for one dollar. -
The Maryland Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) received a record number of applications for energy assistance in 2024 and anticipates receiving thousands more. -
The renovated facility includes a dedicated space for teens and recording booths. -
The YMCA of Central Maryland has received a “Learn to Swim” grant through a partnership with the Government Employees Health Association and the Baltimore Ravens. -
City and community agencies are canvassing the area to assess community needs following a mass shooting that killed one and injured seven.
