Kate Mays
Los Angeles
Kate Mays is a reporter for The Click. Originally from Kansas City, Kate moved to Los Angeles to pursue podcast production. They went to the University of Kansas and received a B.S.J. in Journalism and a B.A. in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. They enjoy crafting and playing with their cat, Saoirse.
February 18, 2024
How to Save a Mountain: One Group’s Fight to Stop a Luxury Development in Los Angeles
The proposed Canyon Hills site would require grading, or flattening, 300 acres of the Verdugos and would destroy the habitat of, according to NCH’s estimation, over 350 species of plants and animals, including a dozen designated as protected or threatened.
December 20, 2023
Podcast: Smoke Rings: The Journalistic Ethics of Hyping New Tech
Paige Willett and Kate Mays discuss the ethics of trendsetting in journalism, focusing on tech industry reporting, including a critical look at Juul's portrayal in media and its impact on vaping trends and teen usage.
December 10, 2023
The TikTok Legal Educators: Navigating the Gray Area of Information Sharing
Their legal commentary actually offers a more unique perspective on news than traditional journalists.
December 10, 2023
Could Responsible Reporting Make Your Community Safer?
The sensationalism inherent in local news coverage often leads to an inflated public perception of crime rates.
December 10, 2023
Balancing Act: Navigating the Ethical Landscape of Subtle Advocacy Journalism
Métraux's piece appears to be an informative exploration of the dairy and plant-based milk industries, yet beneath the surface lies a subtle agenda.